ABOUT Eidolon
Dog Training
More About Eidolon
My name is Becky, and I've spent more than 14 years working in the pet industry, with 12 of those years dedicated specifically to dog training.
I created Eidolon Dog Training because I believe training should be about more than teaching a dog to sit, stay, or walk nicely on a leash. It's about building communication, confidence, trust, and a relationship that allows dogs and their people to navigate real life together.
Every dog is different. Every household is different. And sometimes the challenges you're facing aren't solved by simply teaching another command. Whether you're raising a puppy, struggling with everyday manners, or dealing with fear, anxiety, reactivity, or other challenging behaviours, my goal is to help you understand why your dog is doing what they're doing and give you the tools to move forward together.
Where It All Started
When I decided I wanted to become a dog trainer, I knew I didn't want to simply learn a handful of obedience exercises and call myself a trainer. I wanted a strong foundation and the opportunity to learn about dogs from as many different perspectives as possible.
In 2014, I attended Canada West Canine Centre, where I completed an intensive six-week program covering a remarkably broad range of canine training and care. My studies included all levels of obedience, kennel management and dog care, behavioural issues, personal protection, police K9 work, service dogs, tracking, guard dogs, detection work, temperament testing, and attack dog training.
I graduated with certifications in Canine Obedience & Kennel Management and as a Canine Master Trainer.
That education gave me a broad foundation, but it was only the beginning.
Experience That Goes Beyond the Classroom
After completing my formal education, I spent nearly a decade working with Paws Republic, where I had the opportunity to work with hundreds of dogs and their families.
Those dogs came from every walk of life. Some needed help with basic manners and obedience. Others were struggling with fear, anxiety, reactivity, aggression, poor impulse control, or other complex behavioural challenges.
Working with so many different dogs taught me something that no textbook or classroom ever could: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to training.
I've continued to develop my skills throughout my career through seminars, courses, reading, mentorship, hands-on experience, and—most importantly—working with dogs every single day.
Today, I bring more than a decade of experience, continued education, and a genuine passion for helping dogs and their people to my own company: Eidolon Dog Training.
My goal isn't to create a perfectly obedient dog.
It's to help you build a dog who can confidently navigate the world, understand what you're asking of them, and enjoy being part of your life—and to give you the knowledge and skills to keep that progress going long after our sessions are over.
Welcome to Eidolon Dog Training.
I'm so glad you're here.
Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CWCC)
- Certified Canine Master Trainer (CWCC)
- Pet First Aid Certified (Canine Health Canada) (Updat)
Organizations
- IACP Professional Member
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Philosophy
The Eidolon Approach
Eidolon: an image or representation of an idea; a representation of an ideal form.
At Eidolon Dog Training, our goal is simple: to help you build the ideal relationship and training approach for your dog.
But we don't believe there is one ideal dog, one ideal owner, or one ideal way to train.
Every dog is an individual, and so is every person holding the other end of the leash. That's why our training programs are tailored not only to the dog in front of us, but to the people, lifestyle, goals, and challenges that make up their world.
Positive First
We use a Positive First approach with the dogs we work with and our own dogs.
Positive First is a training philosophy coined by Australian trainer Glenn Cooke of The Canine Paradigm podcast. At its heart, it means starting with positive reinforcement—such as food, play, praise, or access to things the dog values—as our preferred way of teaching.
When positive reinforcement alone isn't providing enough clarity or isn't effectively communicating what we need from the dog, we may introduce other forms of reinforcement or appropriate consequences. Tools such as leash pressure or an e-collar may sometimes be recommended when they are appropriate for the individual dog and situation.
The goal isn't to use the most tools.
The goal is to find what communicates clearly, fairly, and effectively to your dog.
Training Should Work For Both Ends of the Leash
We will never force you to use a training tool that you are genuinely uncomfortable with.
Sometimes, however, we may ask you to give a particular tool or technique a fair trial. This gives you the opportunity to learn how to use it correctly, see how your dog responds, and decide whether it is something that fits into your training toolbox.
If it doesn't feel right for you or your dog, we'll find another way.
And before you leave a training session, we'll make sure you understand how to use any tool or technique we've recommended and that you feel comfortable doing so on your own.
Because training doesn't happen only during your sessions with us.
It happens every day, in your home, on your walks, and in the moments you share with your dog.
Our job is not simply to train your dog for you. It's to teach you how to communicate with your dog, understand their behaviour, and continue building those skills long after our session is over.
We welcome questions, honest feedback, and conversations about your dog's training. If something isn't working, we want to know. If you're unsure about something, ask. And if you have a different perspective, we're happy to talk about it.
We're here to work with you—not just train your dog.
— Becky Preiner
Owner & Head Trainer, Eidolon Dog Training