About Us
Helping humans and dogs heal
We empower dog guardians to build secure relationships and transform their dogs behavior.
Effective, humane dog training methods.
Holistic, science-backed approach to behavior
Non-violent and non-coercive
Effective for any breed, age and temperament
Teaching Dogs.
Teaching Humans.
100% Virtual coaching services
Kind, compassionate and effective teaching
Focus on empowering guardians with skills and knowledge
Private and group coaching options
Meet Our Team
They/ Them
Karishma is an industry leader and international speaker about complex behavior challenges in pet dogs. They founded and lead the CCA team.
Head of Behavior
Karishma Warr
Gemma Maslen
Head of Operations
She/ Her
Gemma is the operations wizard. She takes fantastic care of our staff and students and is mother to us all! We wouldn’t get through the day without her.
Lauren Tapp
Behavior Consultant
She/ Her
Lauren is not only a fantastic dog trainer and behaivor consultant, but brings her background in social justice and union organising to the table.
Dr Grace Cook
Behavior Consultant & Veterinarian
She/ Her
She/ Her
Behavior Consultant
Melanie Ward
“These digital classes are far superior to many in person classes that I've attended. It is clear that they have a passion for what they do and that their knowledge is endless.”
— Team Cookie
“After seeing multiple trainers in the past who only made Hudson's issues worse, CCA have put us on the right path to a happy hound. I can't recommend them enough!”
— Team Hudson
“I cannot recommend them anymore!! I have been working with Calm Canine on Zoom and Nicole is by far the best trainer I have ever worked with.”
