Since childhood Shelly has had a passion for fitness and dogs, but it was only in 2011 that she pursued combining the two to create Pooch Partners. As a personal training specialist with experience in a variety of sports and success competing in the World Tri-fitness Competition (finished first in her age category) and winning the 2005 B.C. Provincial Competition Figure – Masters (Over 35), she is better able to assist you attain your fitness goals!
Shelly is also an experienced certified professional dog trainer that uses concept training through games to inspire you and your dog to not only learn, but have fun doing it! She believes learning is a life time activity and continues to enhance her education. She has achieved a Diploma in Animal Behaviour Science and Technology (Dipl ABST) and certification as a professional dog trainer through Animal Behavior College (ABCDT) as well as a Pro Dog Trainer, through Absolute Dogs.
Shelly loves sharing her knowledge of positive concept-based training with people and their canines to help them achieve a healthier, happier and stronger relationship over the years!