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About
Pawsitive Vibe Canines
Your dog's main job in life is to be your trusted companion, We're here to guide them to a job well-done.
Your Canine Experts
Leny Winfield
Founder & Management Certified Dog Trainer
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Stavy Giannoulis
Certified Dog & Cat Trainer
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Katie Swanbergson
Certified Dog & Cat Trainer
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Olivia Blackstone
Remote Admin
Meet Leny!
THE FOUNDER & certified dog trainer
Leny's career is not just a profession; it's a calling that began like many others: as a loving dog owner. It was the adoption of dogs with challenging behaviors in those early years that truly opened her eyes and heart to the profound complexities of our canine companions.
Leny's professional path has woven through shelters, animal control centers, veterinary clinics, and homes like yours. Leny works to repair strained relationships between owners & their four-legged friends.
15+ years mastering the subtle art of dog behaviour
Aggression & Reactivity specialist
Rekindle the love & hope dimmed by your dog's struggles
Aggression Specialty
2021 Dog Handling & Animal Threat Pattern Response with Maverick Dog Works.
2017 Fraser Valley Regional District Animal Control Officer Designation
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
2023 CPDT-Knowledge Assessed Tri-Annual Re-certification.
2022 KPA Comprehensive Dog & Cat Trainer Certificate.
Behaviour Courses
2022 with Instinct Dog Patient & Polite Course,
Dogs & Kids Course, Leash Reactivity Course, Enrichment Course
2021 Virbac Program: Pandemic Puppies
Diagnosis & Treatment of Separation Anxiety
Animal Welfare
2022 Fear Free Shelters Modules:
Core Module Completion,
Intakes & Admissions Class
2021 Behaviour Counselor Calgary Humane Society
2015 BCSPCA Cruelty Investigations & Night Emergency Officer
Medical Training
2020 International Trauma Life Support & Emergency Medical Response & First Aid
2019 Pet First Aid
2014 Veterinary Assistant Program Diploma with Distinction.
Brewery Certified Class Instructor
2024 Drink With Your Dog Instructor & Evaluator Certification.
Meet Stavy!
certified dog & Cat trainer
Stavy's expertise extends beyond the leash- she has honed an intuitive understanding of pet behavior that transforms and enriches the lives of pets and their owners alike. Stavy believes that every interaction is an opportunity to teach.
Cat owners can also rejoice! If you're struggling with your feline friend’s behavior – be it scratching furniture, missing the litter box, or getting along with the resident pooch – Stavy offers specialized strategies to help restore peace and balance in your home.
8+ years compassionate animal welfare & behaviour consulting
Dog & Cat Behaviour specialist
Rooted in patience, respect & understanding
Feline Specialty
2024 KPA Train Your Cat! 2021 Educhateur - Cat Behaviour
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
2024 CPDT-Knowledge Assessed Tri-Annual Re-certification.
2021 Dog Handling & Animal Threat Pattern Response with Maverick Dog Works.
Behaviour Courses
2024 Learning Theory - Behaviourism, School of Canine Science
2024 Training for Bonding: Preparing Dogs for Adoption with Constructional Affection
2024 Instinct Dog Training Leash Reactivity
2018 Manage & Modify Problem Behaviour in Shelter Dogs
Animal Welfare
2021-2024 Fear Free Shelters Modules
2024 Modification Plans for Difficult Environments with Tom Candy
2021 IAABC Shelter Dog Behaviour Mentorship
2019 KPA Shelter Training & Enrichment
Health & Leadership
2023 Leadership Development &
Risk Informed Management Training with Veritas Solutions
2021 Workplace Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program
2021 Managing with Emotional Intelligence, Promoting Psychological Safety & First Aid
Meet Katie!
certified dog & CAT trainer, FDM.
With over five years of dedicated experience in animal welfare and professional dog training, Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and a heart brimming with passion to every pet she works with.
Katie specializes in transforming the lives of pets who suffer from stress, anxiety, and fear. With an empathetic approach and evidence-based training methods, she has been instrumental in rehabilitating hundreds of animals, helping them evolve into confident and happy companions.
Also a certified cat trainer, Katie's personal journey with her once-fearful shelter cat enriches her professional qualifications, fueling her passion for seeing pets thrive.
Over Half a Decade of Heartfelt Animal Welfare & Behaviour Expertise
Canine & Feline Behaviour Expert
Cultivating a Haven of Patience, Respect, and Understanding.
Feline Specialty
2024 KPA Train Your Cat!
2021 Free Free Shelter Cat enrichment module
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
2021 Dog Handling & Animal Threat Pattern Response with Maverick Dog Works.
Behaviour Courses
2024 L.E.G.S Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation (FDM)
2024 Canine Complexity
2021 Instinct online school - leash reactive dog course
2022 patient and polite dog course
2022 Instinct online school - dog enrichment
2022 dogs and kids course
Animal Welfare
2021 Fear Free Shelter Program Core Modules
2023 Separation anxiety in shelters, rescues, and newly adopted dogs mini course
2021 IAABC Membership
" Leny is an outstanding dog trainer! Her patience, expertise, and genuine love for dogs are evident in every session. They tailored the training to my dog's unique needs, and the results have been incredible. "
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