Graham Smith

Graham Smith is recognized as one of Canada’s top professional dog trainers, with over 8,000 dogs successfully trained since joining Bark Busters in 2007.

A multiple award-winning trainer, Graham is a four-time recipient of the prestigious Founder’s Award, presented annually to the Bark Busters trainer who leads their country in customer satisfaction, technical expertise, and overall performance. He also earned the very first International Leader of the Pack Award for excellence in customer service. His client satisfaction rating is exceptional, with 98% of post-lesson surveys scoring “Good” or “Excellent.”

Graham’s approach combines his lifelong passion for dogs with proven problem-solving skills and a commitment to outstanding customer care. Prior to his dog training career, Graham owned a successful Montreal based advertising agency, which grew to $10 million in annual revenue before he sold it after 22 years. That experience instilled in him the importance of delivering world-class service—something he has carried into every training session.

Available seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to midnight, Graham tailors his training to each client, delivering fast, effective, and lasting results. Whether your dog is young or old, big or small, Graham specializes in resolving even the most challenging behaviour issues quickly and compassionately.

Clients consistently describe Graham’s training as “life-changing, patient, knowledgeable, and results-driven.” His ability to transform dogs’ behaviour while empowering owners with practical, lasting techniques has made him a trusted leader in dog training throughout Montréal and beyond.

When he isn’t training, Graham enjoys spending time with his three Golden Retrievers—Indy (10), Enzo (5), and Coco (1).

What Client’s Say About Graham:

“Graham, and the results are incredibly positive, life-changing, and unbelievable.”

“Graham has been an amazing help for our two dogs. He is patient, knowledgeable and focuses on the solutions vs. the past/ problems.”

“Graham’s training completely transformed our understanding of a dog’s lifestyle needs. Beyond just obedience, Graham taught us creative techniques that drastically improved our dog’s behaviour. If you’re looking for a trainer who truly cares about your dog’s well-being, then Graham is the one.”

Graham’s areas of expertise include:

• Puppy training
• Separation anxiety
• Excessive barking
• Dog-to-dog and dog-to-human aggression
• Leash pulling and leash reactivity
• Jumping on people
• Food aggression and resource guarding
• Reactive dog behaviour
• General obedience and manners

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