The Full Announcement

I have some difficult news to share. Extraordinary Canines will be moving to the beautiful Okanagan. This decision is bittersweet — I am filled with excitement for a new chapter ahead, but also deep sadness at the thought of leaving behind so many of my amazing students here in the Lower Mainland.

For years, I’ve had the privilege of seeing many of you and your dogs every single week. I’ve watched your teams grow, celebrated your successes, and shared in your journeys. Those connections have been one of the greatest joys of my life, and to think of stepping away from that community is truly heartbreaking.

At the same time, I am looking forward to what lies ahead. Our move will take place in 2025, with a brand-new Summerland location opening in 2026. I’m excited to bring my experience and passion for nosework and dog training to a new community, and I hope to visit the Lower Mainland often to keep those connections alive.

Running Extraordinary Canines here has not been easy. It has been built out of pure passion — often with little to no profit — and at times I’ve had to sacrifice opportunities with my own dogs just to keep the doors open. My dream was always to create a team of like-minded trainers to share the load, but despite my best efforts, that piece never quite came together.

For my current students, please know that I am not leaving you behind completely. I will continue running all scheduled classes this fall, and I plan to offer online support options for those who would like to stay connected after the transition. The final dates for in-person nosework classes in the Lower Mainland are still to be determined, but you can trust that I will communicate openly with my currently enrolled students as plans become clearer.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for trusting me with your dogs and for being such an important part of Extraordinary Canines. Every class, every milestone, and every moment we’ve shared will stay with me as I step into this next chapter. 💜

— Megan