The Dog Mamaa
Toronto Dog Training
Helping Toronto Dog Owners Achieve Real Progress with Customized, In-Home Training and Ongoing Support.
At The Dog Mamaa, we specialize in positive, customized training to help your dog thrive. With 9 years of experience working with dogs of all kinds, we tailor each session to your dog’s unique needs- whether it’s overcoming reactivity, mastering basic manners, or teaching puppy essentials.

Why Choose Us?
Certified, Experienced Professionals
Experienced trainers with a BSc. from TMU, reputable Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional certification & 9 years of experience working with dogs of all breeds, backgrounds & behaviour issues.
Ongoing Client Support
We truly care about our clients & their dogs. With us, you are guaranteed judgement free, empathetic support during our time working together and between sessions.
We guarantee you will never see fear or punishment being utilized in our training. We pledge to using modern, science- based, positive reinforcement methods consistent with Karen Pryor Academy. Read more about Our Values.
Scientifically Proven Methods
In-Home Dog Training Services
We come to you so that we can ensure your dog is learning in the environment the behaviour challenges actually occur - in the comfort of their home.
Personalized Training
Dog behaviour is complex & effective dog training is not one size fits all. We customize our training plans to meet specific goals of each client, for a high quality and personalized learning experience.
Training Options for Every Dog
We believe in making quality, humane based dog training accessible to all dog parents by providing a variety of services at competitive pricing to suit your lifestyle without breaking the bank.
Satisfied Clients, Happy Dogs

Faisal, Zahra & Chai
We absolutely loved working with Gabrielle, who did an amazing job training our golden retriever, Chai. She really has a knack for communicating with dogs and their owners.
Gabrielle's lessons were clear and her clicker training method worked wonders. She helped us understand how to better communicate with Chai, which has made a world of difference.
The lesson plans were easy to follow, and Gabrielle was always patient and encouraging, even when we had questions or needed extra help. Chai responded so well to her training, and we're thrilled with the results.
What set her apart for us was the fact that we could email her questions at any time and she would help us with detailed responses right away. A terrific teacher!

Nat & Momo
Highly recommend!
Gabrielle's personalized approach and intuitive guidance in reactive dog rehabilitation have greatly boosted both me and my pup Momo's confidence during our walks. With her kind support and extensive knowledge of dog behavior, Momo has made remarkable progress. After completing five sessions, her training was able to significantly reduce his anxiety around triggers and decrease his overall reactivity.
Thank you again for your exceptional training services!

Jen & Fae
It was VERY important to my husband and myself that we got a trainer who had experience with dogs of her background, was positive reinforcement, and was able to come to us and work with us one-on-one. Gabby check marked all our boxes and more! She showed us how to teach Fae to be a more confident dog, and showed us how to work with Fae to obtain our training goals. To help us, she wrote down each lesson that we worked on so we can refer to it when we needed a reminder. She helped us so much, and I recommend her to EVERYONE who is looking for an awesome trainer. I look forward to working with her again to work on new training skills

Educational Background & Credentials
BSc., KPA (Karen Pryor Academy Professional Dog Trainer) ,Recognized by the CAPDT (Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers), Micheal Shikashio Dog Aggression Master Course through Aggressivedog.com





Gabrielle Messuti, BSc., KPA CTP, CAPDT, Founder of The Dog Mamaa
I’ve been working with dogs since 2016, starting at Park 9 and building a career that blends hands-on experience with a strong foundation in science. With a degree in Science (animals) and psychology from TMU, I’ve worked with countless dogs of all breeds and behavior challenges, from daycare assessments to private training.
I’ve had the pleasure of teaching both group classes and private lessons at When Hounds Fly, and I’ve built a loyal client base through my compassionate, science-based approach. At The Dog Mamaa, I specialize in creating customized training plans tailored to each dog’s unique needs, and I’m proud of the lasting results my clients see.
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