Hi, I’m Avery, the founder and head trainer at Summit K9.

Certified Shield K9 Pro Trainer. 

I’ve spent the last 5+ years working with dogs and have developed a huge passion for this work. There is nothing more rewarding to me than helping dogs and their people build clearer communication, stronger relationships, and real-world reliability.

 

My own journey began with struggling with my own dogs' severe reactivity. Walks were miserable. He could never be off leash. We were both frustrated, and I struggled finding a trainer I aligned with. After years of training and absorbing mountains of information, I found myself living the life I had always dreamed of with that same dog. Hiking. Camping. Running the beach at low tide. Heeling off lead in public. Now, I want to bring the same freedom I have with my wild child, to others struggling to see that future with their dog.

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My approach is rooted in balanced training, combining motivation and well-timed rewards with the clarity of fair and consistent communication. I believe every dog deserves training that is both effective and respectful of who they are as an individual.

What matters most to me is that training actually transfers to everyday life. Whether we’re building a solid foundation with a puppy, refining off-leash skills, or working through complex behavioural challenges, my goal is the same: to give you practical tools and a dog you can trust in the real world.

I look forward to meeting you and your dog and helping you reach the goals that matter most to your life together <3