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Caitlin R.

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Caitlin R.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

CA$39 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Certified professional dog trainer

I have been working with dogs for over 30 years. I am a CAPDT member and certified dog trainer since 2005. I am currently district area trainer (I train and mentor new dog trainers in addition to having my own clients) and therapy dog trainer. I have trained thousands of dogs from puppies to service dogs. I have raised and fostered dozens of dogs of my own and have decades of experience with all different types of behaviours.

Qualifications

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I can feed/water your pet and crate them if needed. I am a purely positive reinforcement trainer and will use no aversive techniques for your pet.

Ratings and reviews

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Christine G.
Aug 18, 2026

We first met Caitlin when we enrolled in one of her dog training classes, and it quickly became clear why she comes so highly recommended. With over 20 years of experience and a Readers' Choice Award for Best Dog Training Service in 2026, her knowledge and expertise are exceptional. What truly sets Caitlin apart is how much she genuinely cares about dogs and their well-being. Her passion, patience, and dedication shine through in everything she does, and it's obvious that she treats every dog as if they were her own. We highly recommend Caitlin to anyone looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and compassionate professional. You can feel confident knowing your furry family members are in excellent hands. 🐾

Shikha M.
Aug 17, 2026

Caitlin has been incredibly helpful with our dog, Pluto. We’ve done both group classes and one-on-one lessons with her, and she has helped us with everything from basic commands to getting our dog to listen and respond more consistently. She is patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely loves what she does, which really shows in the way she works with both dogs and their owners. We’re very grateful for all her guidance and would absolutely recommend her!

Elaine W.
Aug 17, 2026

She’s simply the best and I would highly recommend her . Our dog was very anxious and her skills and expertise helped give him confidence and reduced his anxiety making him much more manageable and happier. What impressed me most with Caitlin is that she truly cares about our dog’s well being and felt not only by us but our dog also realized this. She works with us to develop strategies that are effective not only to improve obedience but we also now have strategies that help keep him safe. Her sessions are always fun, encouraging positive pet behaviour He is truly a much better dog now than when we first adopted him from the animal shelter. Even our neighbours have noticed his improvement which is so rewarding. It has been an absolute pleasure working with Caitlin

Chelsea D.
Aug 16, 2026

I first reached out to Cait before I even brought Olive home, and she was incredibly helpful in preparing me for life with a new puppy. Once Olive came home, we attended multiple puppy classes with Cait, and the knowledge, advice, and support she gave us made such a difference during those early months. Cait is patient, knowledgeable, kind, and genuinely cares about the dogs she works with. She always took the time to answer my questions, explain why certain behaviours were happening, and give me practical advice that I could actually use at home. As a first-time dachshund owner, having someone I could trust and learn from made the whole experience so much less overwhelming. She played a big part in giving Olive and me a great foundation from the very beginning, and I’m so grateful for everything she taught us. I would absolutely trust Cait with Olive and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for someone who is caring, responsible, and truly understands dogs.

Karen H.
Aug 16, 2026

Not sure how it gests much better than this! An expert, award-winning trainer who pet sits is pure gold. As someone who has taken more than half a dozen classes with Caitlin, including a private lesson, I've see this pro in action many times. I've never met a trainer and animal lover more committed to helping other people be the best they can be for their pets. Quite simply, Caitlin has made me a much better dog owner. My adorable lab puppy is the benefactor. Darcy has a calm, confident owner that knows she has top notch support in her back pocket. Caitlin has gone beyond to help me many times. And I'm just one client! Hard to put a price on this kinds of help. As a pet sitter, you're getting more than you could ever ask for. This is a person who has experience with dozens and dozens of dogs with thousands of scenarios that she helps people through. Now she's going to take care of your pet! Wow. Dream come true. Your pet is in excellent hands! Five star rating from a very happy client.

Stephanie B.
Aug 16, 2026

Caitlin is a very caring person who loves animals and helping animal parents with teaching their animals as well as understanding their animals behaviors. She respond quickly to emails and gives very helpful information and suggestions to any questions or concerns you have. She has a lot of pride in what she does and it shows in the way she works.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I can offer flexible scheduling for dog walking and drop in services for any pet. Spots available 7 days a week. Training services are also available in a fun and safe environment.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Caitlin can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any specific behavioural issues or medical concerns and what behaviours you are looking to reinforce or discourage. I can work with any breed or behavioural concern.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.