Meet the Trainer Who’ll Make Your Dream Dog a Reality!

 

Victoria Casanova, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM

At Dream Dog Academy, training is about more than teaching skills — it’s about building understanding, confidence, and a strong relationship between you and your dog.

Led by Victoria Casanova, a graduate of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy, CPDT-KA, Family Dog Mediator, and Fear-Free Certified Trainer, Dream Dog Academy uses scientifically supported, force-free methods that prioritize your dog’s emotional well-being. When dogs feel safe and supported, learning becomes easier, clearer, and more effective for everyone involved.

Victoria has been working professionally with dogs and their humans since 2020 and is committed to ongoing education to stay current with the latest research and best practices. She is an active member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, ensuring her work is grounded in ethics, evidence, and compassion.

Empathy is at the heart of everything Victoria does — for both dogs and the people who love them. She understands that behavior challenges can feel overwhelming, and her goal is to help clients truly understand their dogs, build clear communication, and create lasting trust.

Victoria’s passion for training began with her own dog, Puggles — the inspiration behind Dream Dog Academy. Watching Puggles learn and grow through positive reinforcement sparked a deep fascination with animal behavior and the science of learning, ultimately leading Victoria to pursue professional certification. Today, that same sense of joy and curiosity fuels her desire to help others experience a stronger, more fulfilling relationship with their dogs.

Our Promise

We are committed to ethical, humane training rooted in positive reinforcement — never pain, fear, or intimidation. Our approach respects your dog’s emotional well-being and builds learning through trust and clarity.

With Dream Dog Academy, you’ll experience thoughtful guidance, clear communication, and a supportive, judgment-free partnership that helps you and your dog thrive for years to come.

Ready to start living the dream?

Meghan W

“Dream Dog Academy completely changed our lives!“

“Victoria’s knowledge and expertise with dog training has been a complete game changer. She has given me easy and effective tactics designed to help with mouthing, relaxation, leash walking and distractions. She helped me better understand my pup’s body language to know what he’s trying to communicate, and how to set him up for success in different kinds of situations. If you need help with your pup, she is the one to call!” – Meghan W.

Eliza G.

“In just three sessions, we’ve already seen improvement!”

“If you’re looking for a professional, accommodating, friendly, and knowledgeable trainer, Victoria is your answer. She helps break down behaviors and gives you different tools to help you be successful with your pup. After every session she provides a detailed follow up with everything you went over in your session and helpful links/documents to reference. We look forward to future sessions with Victoria!”

– Eliza G.