

JOANIE LECLAIR
In-Home and Online Dog Training Services
Services
I offer personalized services that focus on strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners to build lasting harmony—an authentic connection that celebrates the richness of their relationship.
My goal is to provide you with the tools to better understand your companion's needs and help you communicate more effectively.
I do not use coercive tools, and as a trainer with a deep commitment to animal welfare, I choose to rely on respectful, ethical methods based on an understanding of canine language and behavioral science.
In-home dog training

Group Workshops

Online session

Medical training



Who am I?
Graduated from Animal Health Techniques in 2010, my journey in dog training and dog education goes back a long way. Already as a young teenager, I participated in agility classes and competitions with my first dog, Camay.
I had the chance to teach agility and obedience, starting in 2008 at Guides Canins in St-Lazare, then worked at Sherwood Park Veterinary Hospital as a technician in charge of the behavioral medicine department.
Over the years, as an agility, obedience and puppy classes teacher or in the form of private consultations, I have had the chance to help thousands of teams develop a harmonious relationship with their canine companion, whether during the education of their puppy, by helping humans manage their companion's reactivity or by training teams in agility.
Over time, I have developed an immense passion for dog training, training & conditioning techniques, behavioral science and animal welfare. I have had the chance to organize disc dog competitions and various dog sports, as well as various workshops and conferences in dog training for multiple organizations ( Association des Technicien.nes en santé Animale du Québec, Association des Médecins Vétérinaires du Québec, various dog sports clubs, etc.).
It is therefore a cumulation of 16 years of experience that enrich my career as a dog trainer. I continue to offer my services and remain active in the agility competition as a judge for the Agility Association of Canada and for UK Agility International.

Photo credit: Catherin Arsenault
Testimonials

"We greatly appreciated Joanie's services in managing the sleep of our 6-month-old dog. Her expertise, kindness and attentiveness greatly helped us overcome a difficult stage with our little monster."
Laurence & Olà

"I am so happy to have met Joanie. With her good advice, Shooka has made enormous progress and she is getting better and better with distraction (dog and human). I can't believe how quickly she is making progress!!!!!"
Veronique & Shooka

“Working with Joanie has been an absolute pleasure. Her deep understanding of canine behavior has made a significant difference in our dog’s life.”
Willa & Colin