Private Puppy & Dog Training. Separation Anxiety Specialist.

Private Puppy Training

Enjoy relief from potty accidents, sharp puppy teeth, unwanted chewing, and excess energy. Lay basic manners foundations. 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. 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.

Behaviour Modification

Tackle your dog's leash reactivity or guarding once and for all. Walk your dog knowing you have the skills to address whatever comes your way.

Have confidence that you will be able to handle the stray dog or have guests in your home and not worry about what your dog will do. Start today.

Hanging With Hounds

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 savvvy.

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.

“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

Serving busy pet parents in Sooke, Langford & Victoria BC area with private in-person dog training, puppy training and behaviour modification. Remote/virtual clients including separation anxiety home alone training will continue to be served from across Canada.