Holistic Pet Behavior Training

Freedom over control. Choice over force. Fulfillment over compliance.

Holistic Pet Behavior Specialist working with Your Pets, not against them

Helping dogs and cats struggling with fear, anxiety, reactivity, or conflicts, and conscious, loving pet parents ready to empower them.

How Holistic Pet Behavior Training Works

Behavior is never random

Your dog’s and cat’s behavior doesn’t happen in a vacuum.

It’s shaped by their environment, unmet needs, daily routine, and their relationship with you, and others.

  • When we stop resisting reality, quit managing symptoms, and start listening instead.
  • When we start working with our dogs and cats instead of against them.

Everything shifts.

This is what holistic dog and cat training is all about.

We go deeper, much deeper.

We dissolve the root causes of behavior challenges so lasting change can happen, and help you understand and connect with your dog and cat like never before.

The result?

A calmer, happier, and fulfilled dog and cat.

A grounded, confident, and happier you.

A stronger bond, and effortless communication for life

A new state of flow where everything naturally works out.

I help you, your dog or cat:

Resolve the real root causes of behavior issues - not just manage symptoms

Understand unique personality types, needs, and wants, and how to meet them

Build lasting confidence to conquer fear, anxiety, and reactivity

Work through past trauma and rebuild emotional stability.

Support nervous system regulation, and create safety by default

Recognize blindspots, and release emotional triggers

Deepen your bond and create effortless communication

Lifestyle upgrade to create lasting happiness and fulfillment

Safely introduce cats or dog to cat with ease and harmony

Raise kittens and puppies the conscious way, and set them up for lifelong success & happiness

Work with me

1:1 Entry Pet Coaching Sessions

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Online Pet Behavior Breakthrough Session

2-Hour Zoom Session for Dogs and Cats Across Canada

Get clarity on the root causes of your pet’s behavior issues, and a personalized roadmap to start turning things around fast.

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Vancouver Dog Behavior Breakthrough Session

3-Hour In-Person Session for Dogs in Vancouver

Full dog behavior audit including walk, environment, relationship dynamic, nutrition and lifestyle audits, and a personalized roadmap to solve your dog’s problems and yours.

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1:1 Deep-dive Pet Training Programs

In-Person in Vancouver or Online Across Canada

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Holistic Cat Behavior Training Vancouver and Online

 

3 to 7 Month Transformative Programs

High touch cat behavior training programs for devoted cat parents who want to solve their cat’s struggles at the root, create cat-friendly homes, and build a deeper bond with their cats.

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Holistic Dog Training Vancouver and Online

 

3 to 7 Month Transformative Programs

High touch, obedience-free dog training programs for caring dog parents who want to solve their dog’s struggles at the root, build their confidence, and help them thrive.

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Safe Pet Introduction Vancouver and Online

 

Up to 1 Year Safe Relationship Building Programs

High touch Cat-to-Cat and Dog-to-Cat introduction programs to create a peaceful, harmonious relationship between your pets at their pace, without rushing the process or leaving you on your own.

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Vancouver Dog Walk and Train Programs

 

3 to 7 Month Programs (Apr- Oct)

Solo and joint dog walk and train sessions for Vancouver dogs struggling on walks, and for busy dog parents. I work 1:1 with your dog to build their confidence, regulate their nervous system, and meet their needs on walks, so they stay grounded and fulfilled. Then I show you how to have fulfilling walks with your dog that your both enjoy.

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Testimonials 

5 Star Reviews from Happy Pets and Parents

★★★★★

Doaa helped our senior rescue chihuahua mix, Toby, with wonderful results for our family.

She has a true gift for understanding the needs of complex animals.

Within three months, Toby was visibly happier. He barked much less frequently and a stress-related skin condition cleared up.

Our family is so grateful to Doaa for her care for Toby and beautiful understanding of his needs. We recommend her extremely highly!

Hannah

★★★★★

We are incredibly blessed to have found Doaa. Our kitty was struggling with litter box issues, and we were feeling lost.

Doaa has an exceptional ability to truly understand cats, and her patience, knowledge, and compassion made all the difference.

 Thanks to her guidance, we’re already seeing positive changes! We couldn’t be more grateful.

Cindy

★★★★★

I have two toy poodle dogs one is 12 years old and one is 2 years old. I decided to add two Bengal kittens to my family, and wanted to make sure to add them safely.

Doaa walked me through exactly what to do to set up all the animals for success and create a loving family. From furniture set up, to introductions, to how to read and understand any behaviour issues that could arise.

After just a couple months, all my pets are able to share the space and get along so well.

I highly recommend working with her!! Thank you Doaa 🙏💜

James

★★★★★

I wanted someone who truly understands my corgi who has huge boundaries, and can be very reactive. 

I’m so grateful for Doaa. Her consistent approach has made a noticeable difference in his behaviour. My corgi now sits and watches people pass by out the window, is less fearful with visitors, and has improved a lot on walks.

Each solo walk with her isn’t just exercise, it’s a structured training session where my corgi learns to manage reactivity, feel confident,  and focus in real-world situations.

Mandeep

★★★★★
Two of my three cats kept fighting and it was driving us crazy. After trying several books with no success, I found Doaa online. It initially seemed like quite a bit of money, but the hours Doaa has put in to help me make it excellent value.
She is an amazing source of knowledge for all things cat and has a solution for every issue that comes up.
She has taught me alot so I can better tell what it is my cats want from me.
Happy cats… happy me!!😺😺😺😁
Jay

These pet parents started exactly where you are now – uncertain, frustrated, or skeptical. Their results show what’s possible when you take the first step

Every transformation you see here began with one small decision: choosing to invest in their pet’s well-being.

Your pet could be next.

CAPT member
APDT member
member of international association of animal behavior consultants
Profur certificate of insurance for pet care professionals
Clever Canadian Award
Award winning waterview Vancouver
the best Vancouver award

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