Meet the Trainers

Northern K9 Academy welcomes you to meet our trainers.

Dianne Desroches

Owner and Head Trainer

My name is Dianne, and I'm the proud owner and head trainer of Northern K9 Academy, where passion and professionalism come together to provide exceptional dog training services. My passion and dedication to understanding dogs and helping them thrive is what drives me to continually grow as a professional trainer.

To stay at the forefront of the dog training industry, I've invested heavily in my education. I've attended numerous seminars, webinars, and specialized courses covering a wide range of topics, including puppy training, behavior modification, sport training, and advanced obedience techniques. As well as having many years of hands on training. This commitment to lifelong learning allows me to provide the most effective, up to date, science-based training solutions to my clients.

At Northern K9 Academy, I work with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I offer personalized programs for puppies, behavioral challenges and even dog sports training. My goal is to empower dog owners with the tools and knowledge they need to build a strong, lasting bond with their canine companions.

Beyond training, I'm also an active competitor in various dog sports. Competing with my own dogs not only strengthens my skills but also deepens my understanding of what it takes to bring out the gest in every dog.

If you're searching for a professional dog trainer in the Sudbury area who is passionate, knowledgeable, and results-driven, I'd love to help your and your dog achieve your goals

Katryna

Assistant Trainer

Hi, my name is Katryna. I started obedience training with my Springer Spaniel Harley in 2011. Since then we continued with training in obedience and Agility. We also earned our Canine Good Neighbour and tried dog sports including dock diving, dog sledding and scent detection. We spent many years as a Pet Therapy team with Magical Paws where we visited long term care homes and schools. Fast forward to 2023 and I currently own 2 Saint Bernards, Titan and Gertie. Titan has earned his Novice, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert Trick Dog Titles,Canine Good Neighbour, Novice & Intermediate Rally Obedience, Scent Detection Instinct, Scent Detection Containers and Exterior Search. Gertie has earned her Novice and Intermediate Trick Dog Titles and her Scent Detection Instinct and Novice Titles. For the up coming 2025 year I would like to continue my Scent Detection journey with both dogs and to possibly try some new sports (sprinter!) I also am hoping to continue our Rally Obedience career!

Jen

Assistant Trainer

Hi, my name is Jen, and I have been a professional groomer since 2013. In 2022, I met Dianne and began attending obedience classes with my dog. Georgie. Training with Diane has been a transformative experience, opening countless doors for both me and my dogs. It has fuelled my passion for dog training and strengthened my skills as both a trainer and a dedicated dog owner. Through hard work and consistency, I've achieved significant milestones, including earning my first CGN title with my German Shepherd, Jive.I have also achieved a championship title on my youngest dog Beth as well as novice intermediate Advanced and expert trick titles with her. Our next adventure will probably be into the world of scent detection. My dog Georgie and I have also earned novice, intermediate and advanced trick dog titles and I continue to train and do other fun activities with her. I find immense joy in watching others learn and grow With their dogs, achieving results through dedication and consistency. As they say, consistency truly is the key to success, and I strive to embody that principle everyday in my journey as a trainer and dog enthusiast.