Dog training
Description
Experience
Experience in veterinary clinics and hospitals, boarding facilities, canine behaviour shelters, and as a Veterinary Technician in Behavioural Medicine alongside Dr. Bazin at Centre Vétérinaire Daubigny.
Animal Behaviour Education
2025
- Professional Tips and Safety in Animal Shelters – Évolution Canine
- Fundamentals of Dog Training and Behaviour Modification – Simonne Raffa, Évolution Canine (currently in progress)
- Separation Anxiety in Dogs – Dr. Isabelle Demontigny-Bédard, Veterinary Behaviour Medicine (1.5 hours)
- Consultation Methodology and Report Writing – Francis Rousseau, RVT, APCP (2 hours)
- 5-Day Challenge for a More Attentive & Calm Dog – Simonne Raffa & Maély Richard, Évolution Canine (10 hours)
- Understanding and Resolving Aggression Between Dogs Living in the Same Household – Simonne Raffa, Évolution Canine (2 hours)
- Excessive Barking – Isabelle Borremans, Vet et Nous (1 hour)
- Canine Behaviour Holiday Conference Series (2022–2025) – Simonne Raffa & Maély Richard, Évolution Canine (23 topics, 23 hours)
2024
- Francophone Conference on Animal and Canine Behaviour: Resilience and Adaptation – Évolution Canine (35 hours)
- Reconcile or Clomicalm? That Is the Question – Dr. Marion Desmarcheliers, Veterinary Behaviour Medicine (1.5 hours)
- The Dark Side of Positive Reinforcement & Your Dog Is an Emotional Being – Services Canins Stéphany Labbé (3 hours)
- Preventing Injuries in Your Dog – Services Canins Stéphany Labbé (1.5 hours)
2023
- CFCAC 2023: Beyond Myths, Taboos, and Prejudices – Évolution Canine (30 hours)
- SOS Reactive Dog – Services Canins Stéphany Labbé (1.5 hours)
- Webinar: Remote Behaviour Consultations – The Future of Animal Behaviour Professionals – Simonne Raffa, Évolution Canine (2 hours)
- Puppy Education Series – Évolution Canine (10 hours):
- Understanding Your Puppy and Adolescent Dog
- My Perfect Puppy: Kindergarten & Socialization
- Puppy 101: Preparing for Your New Puppy
- Avoiding Common Puppy Training Mistakes
2022
- FECC – Jean Lessard (30 hours)
- CFCAC – Canine Aggression – Évolution Canine (30 hours)
About Me
As a Veterinary Technician with advanced training in canine behaviour from leading specialists in veterinary behavioural medicine and behavioural science, I help dog owners better understand and guide their dogs' behaviour—one paw at a time.
Whether you're welcoming a new puppy, adopting a dog, building strong training foundations, or addressing behavioural challenges, I provide personalized support tailored to the unique needs of both your family and your dog.
Services are available in your home throughout Québec City and surrounding areas, as well as by virtual consultation for clients everywhere.
At Optima Canin, every intervention is designed to strengthen the bond between you and your dog through trust, respect, and science-based methods. My approach focuses on positive reinforcement, motivation, and understanding each dog's emotions and individual needs to create lasting, meaningful results.
