Professional Dog Training in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville & Norfolk County

Practical, personalized dog training for puppies and adult dogs—helping families build reliable behaviour at home, on walks, and in everyday life since 2013.

Is your dog calling all the shots?

Dragging you down the sidewalk

Jumping on every guest at the door

Only listening when treats are involved

If life with your dog isn’t what you pictured, we can help you get back on track.

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Trusted by Dog Owners Across Southern Ontario

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133+ Google Reviews

Since 2013

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Private In-Home Training

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Group Training

Our C.L.E.A.R. Training System

A practical framework for creating reliable behaviour—not just obedience during training sessions.

COMMUNICATION

Learn to speak your dog’s language. Master clear, effective communication so your dog always understands what is expected of them.

LEADERSHIP

Build a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and a deep connection that makes your dog want to work with you.

EXERCISE

Fulfill your dog’s genetic and physical needs. Understand how to provide meaningful physical and mental stimulation that satisfies their drive.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Create clarity and structure. Learn how to confidently set, communicate, and enforce fair rules and boundaries in your daily life.

RELIABILITY

Master functional, real-world obedience. Forget flashy tricks, focus on the reliable, rock-solid skills you actually need when out in public.

See How the CLEAR System Works

If you’re struggling with any of the following behaviours, we’re here to help.

Pulling • Jumping • Barking • Biting/Mouthing • Excessive Energy • Anxiety
Leash Reactivity • Counter Surfing • General Bratty Behaviour • And More!

FIND THE RIGHT TRAINING

Not Ready to Book Yet? Start With Our Free 4-Day Mini Course

✅ The Root Cause: Discover exactly why your dog ignores you the second you step outside (even when you have their favourite treats).

✅ The CLEAR System: Learn our proven 5-step framework to stop the leash pulling, jumping, and embarrassing behaviour for good.

✅ First-Time Listening: How to stop yelling, nagging, and repeating commands, and get your dog to listen the very first time.

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Thank-you so much for all your help! The dogs are no longer fighting and we couldn’t be more thrilled!

Jess with Cruz and Rocky in Stoney Creek

Seeing a great improvement in my Weimaraner puppy after only a short time working with Katherine!! She’s an excellent trainer!

Natalie with Sawyer in Grimsby

      
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   Stacey Mayo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great time trying the agility training.  Had lots of great advice for us and was very patient with my not so agile dog.  Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Jason Cunningham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice and very knowledgeable
  
 
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   Patti-ann Nechelput 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took my German Shepherd puppy for the basic obedience training levels 1 and 2 also a few in home sessions. I was very impressed with the trainers, atmosphere and the confidence the classes gave me as an owner of a big dog !
  
 
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   Cathy S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently completed the Reactive Rover program and I don't dread walks like I had before.  Lia was great helping us with our challenges.  I had no idea where to start and she explained everything clearly and was very patient with us.  It's nice to know that I can still contact Lia if I have questions.  I recommend The Crunchy Canine.
  
 
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   Leigh Milner-Chapman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My dog Tilly and I really enjoyed our time in the basic obedience class! We got all the attention and encouragement we needed and the instructions were straight forward and easy to follow. The online portal really helped solidify what we were learning and gave us something to practice from home. It was a fun, professional environment and we look forward to going back!
  
 
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   Sarah Robinson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used private in-house training sessions for our reactive 9 and 10 year old mini dachshunds to help prepare them for the arrival of our baby. Danielle was so knowledgeable and helped us drastically improve our dogs door manners, leash walking and reactivity with new people. We used the e-collar and our dogs can safely enjoy time leash free now as well. Our dogs have had a much easier time adjusting to the baby because of the private sessions. The sessions were so successful that our dogs were able to attend some classes at the facility - which they were far too reactive to have done before which helped with their socialization. I could not recommend the Crunchy Canine more !
  
 
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   Kathleen Bixby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so happy a friend recommended The Crunchy Canine to us.  We completed 7 sessions of private training with Lia and have made so much progress. The thing that I loved the most about private training was being able to work at our own pace in environments that we are in everyday. It really helped using real life situations and problem solving on the spot. Lia answered questions as we went and provided great feedback for us. Lia always listened to what our goals were for our dog in our home and gave us space to talk honestly about challenges we were working through. We look forward to continuing training with Lia & The Crunchy Canine community!

Dog Training Areas We Serve

Burlington

Hamilton

Dundas

Ancaster

Stoney Creek

Binbrook

Oakville

Simcoe

Port Dover

Hagersville

Jarvis

Caledonia

Ready to Build a Better Life With Your Dog?

Whether you are dealing with puppy behaviour, leash pulling, reactivity, unreliable recall or everyday obedience challenges, our experienced trainers can help you choose the right training program.

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