Puppy & dog training expert. Separation anxiety specialist.

Private Puppy Training

Enjoy relief from potty accidents, sharp puppy teeth, unwanted chewing, and excess energy. Establish basic manners. Jumpstart a lifetime of calm companionship.

Learn how to train your puppy or have our friendly trainer take puppy training off your to-do list with day training. Children in the home? No problem. Include your children in all aspects of the training.

Private Dog Training

Establish reliable basic manners and obedience. Cultivate a calm, focused, responsive dog. Stop unwanted behaviour issues. Enjoy the best in your dog.

We’ll teach you to train your dog, or our professional dog trainer can do the heavy lifting for you. Whichever dog training program you choose, you’ll love the results.

Separation Anxiety

Put an end to your dog’s separation anxiety and leave your stress, worry and guilt behind. No more noise complaints from neighbours, destruction to your home or a stressed dog.

Our separation anxiety training program teaches your hound how to relax when left alone—so you can relax while working, running errands, or spending time with friends and family.

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Training Tips & Tricks

Watch videos on enrichment activities that you can do with your dog with stuff you already have. Free tips sheets and other training videos.

Have children? Watch some fun educational videos on dog safety to ensure everyone stays safe.

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The Blog

Read the blog to get some thoughts from your trainer. Learn more about the dog training world and get a sense of who I am and why I do what I do.

Live Online Virtual/Video Training

Same great programs....same great content.

Continue with your dog and puppy training in the comfort of your home. Live online using technology without having to be tech-savvy.

Why hang with Hanging With Hounds

We pride ourselves on a different approach, including:

A commitment to reliability
We’ll always call when we say we will, show up on time for training appointments, return calls and emails promptly, and be there when you need us.

A focus on real-life results
We’ll customize your training program to your real life with your dog, so you get the behaviour you need when and where you need it.

A friendly trainer who cares about your dog and you
Our trainer cares just as much for our human clients as our canine ones. That’s why your training plan will be designed to fit your busy schedule.

Our professional, certified dog trainer
Sharon’s extensive credentials and commitment to continuing education mean you benefit from the most up-to-date training our industry has to offer.

Meet Your Trainer: Sharon Labossiere, PCBC-A, KPA-CTP, ADT (IAABC), CSAT, CPDT-KA, CTDI

Hello! I’m so glad you’ve found us at Hanging With Hounds. It’s my passion to help dogs and their people enjoy the best possible companionship. Whether you’re raising a puppy, welcoming a new dog into your home, or struggling with new or long-standing behaviour issues such as separation anxiety, I look forward to helping you enjoy the best in your dog.

You wouldn’t be here if you didn’t love your dog, so you’ll probably want to know much more about me before reaching out. You can read more about my professional credentials, experience, and training approach here.

Ready to hang with Hanging With Hounds?

We’d love to hear how we can help.

Contact us today to request information.

“Sharon is amazing and is the first person I refer to when dogs have behavior issues. As a Veterinarian it is very important I refer my clients and patients to someone who is both knowledgeable and compassionate; Sharon holds both of these qualities. From puppies to older dogs with severe behavioral issues, Sharon has made a huge difference in the lives of many of my patients. I cannot say enough good things about her.”

– Dr. Kaylan Elock, DVM West Springs Veterinary Hospital

While based in Victoria, BC, we can help families and their dogs suffering from separation anxiety in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

Sharon Labossiere

PCBC-A KPACTP CSAT Cert.SAPT ADT CPDT-KA

Specializing in Dog Separation Anxiety Training

Why hang with Hanging With Hounds

Meet Your Trainer: Sharon Labossiere, PCBC-A, KPA-CTP, ADT (IAABC), CSAT, CPDT-KA, CTDI

Ready to hang with Hanging With Hounds?

We’d love to hear how we can help.