About Us
In the fall of 2001, Janet Parker, CPDT-KA started Clever Canine Training & Behaviour Consulting in order to bring her life-long love of dogs together with proven training techniques that both you and your dog will enjoy.
Janet spent her childhood with two wonderful dogs, Brandy and Schultz, and used cookies to teach them to jump broomstick hurdles in the backyard. As a professional Symphony musician for over 20 years, Janet renewed her childhood interest in dog behaviour when her first Newfoundland puppy developed some behavioural problems. Since then, she has been a serious student of dog behaviour and the latest training methods. As a professional trainer, she wants to help everyone enjoy life with their dog.
Janet is a professional member of The Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers and The Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Both associations encourage dog-friendly training and continuing education. Their members must adhere to strict codes of ethics relating to business practices and humane animal treatment.
Janet received her Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC) from the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers in the summer of 2005, graduating from the program as the very first Canadian Valedictorian and with Honours. The Academy provides a comprehensive, leading edge education to dog trainers and is rapidly gaining a reputation as the "Harvard for Dog Trainers." Janet has been a Certified Professional Dog Trainer for over four years. This certification program is based on humane training practices and the latest scientific knowledge related to dog training. Competence and continued growth in training practices is promoted through the recertification of qualified professionals. Certified Professional Dog Trainers with the CPDT-KA designation have earned this credential by demonstrating their knowledge and experience in dog training.
Janet believes strongly that those who teach should never cease to learn. She is committed to a lifetime of learning about dog training theory and dog behaviour. She continues to attend training courses throughout North America each year with some of the best internationally known dog trainers.