Our Mission: Building Better Bonds Between Dogs and Humans
At BetterDog, we believe effective dog training is about more than just obedience — it's about trust, calm leadership, and clear communication. As professional dog trainers in Ottawa and Gatineau, our mission is to help you create a respectful, reliable relationship with your dog in the environments that matter most — your home, your neighborhood, and your everyday life.
👥 Who We Are
Jon and Nancy Wells are not just dog lovers — they're problem solvers. With backgrounds in high-level risk management and over a decade of hands-on dog training experience, they bring calm, structure, and emotional clarity to even the most complex canine behaviors.
BetterDog was born from a deep respect for dogs and a commitment to helping humans become better communicators, leaders, and companions. Since launching, Jon and Nancy have helped hundreds of families in the Ottawa–Gatineau area bring peace back to their homes — one leash, one walk, and one emotional breakthrough at a time.
🐶 What We Do Differently
Our approach is rooted in relationship-first training. We don’t rely on endless treats, harsh corrections, or YouTube gimmicks. We teach:
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Consent-Based Training
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Emotional Marking
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Real-world reliability
Every plan is personalized. Every dog is met with respect. And every family gets practical, step-by-step tools they can actually use.
We specialize in:
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Leash reactivity
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Aggression and fear
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Puppy foundations
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In-home behavior coaching
👋 Meet Your Local Trainers: Jon & Nancy
Team Jon — "The Calm Communicator"
Jon Wells is the steady hand behind BetterDog. Clients call him The Calm Communicator — and for good reason. With quiet confidence and deep patience, Jon delivers results through clarity, not chaos. His no-nonsense, unshakable demeanor helps dogs feel safe and owners feel supported, even during the most difficult behavior cases.
From reactive rescues to multi-dog households, Jon brings a level head, structured leadership, and a proven ability to turn tension into trust. His background in risk management makes him uniquely skilled at guiding families through high-stakes decisions with calm authority.
Team Nancy — "The Engaging Motivator"
Nancy Wells is the spark of the BetterDog experience. Known as The Engaging Motivator, she leads with empathy, energy, and the kind of encouragement that gets both dogs and humans fired up to grow. Whether it’s a puppy’s first leash session or a high-stakes pack walk, Nancy shows up with infectious positivity and results-driven passion.
Nancy is particularly skilled at helping hesitant or overwhelmed owners find their footing. Her combination of humor, heart, and hands-on know-how turns every training challenge into a shared win — and she makes it fun along the way.
