Canine Connection Coaching

Soulful connection starts here…

A holistic approach to helping you overcome overwhelm so you can connect to yourself, your dog, and your deepest desires.

Emotional support & empowerment for the human end of the leash.

Raising a dog can bring forward big feelings, showing us parts of ourselves & our lives that we might not love. It can lead to a sense of overwhelm, pressure and hopelessness. I’ve been in your shoes… This dis-ease in our homes can take away our empowerment. It can highlight our insecurities, ruin relationships, heighten anxiety, and create a sense of chaos within ourselves and our relationships to others (including our dogs).

You do not have to navigate this alone.

I am here to guide you (and your dog) from stressed, towards more joy, presence and peace. To help shine a light on how you can become more deeply connected to your dog and yourself.

You are not alone

Meet Annika McDade

Combining my unique wisdom of 15 years of professional science-based dog training with alternative healing modalities & self development practices, I am here to help you reframe your daily experience with your dog.

I am committed to helping you find balance and harmony within yourself, while learning how to cope with conflict, big feelings and most of all, to empower you to grow alongside one another.

I believe we get the dogs we get for a reason.
What is your dog here to teach you, about you?
What is the invitation for you in the struggles they bring forward?
Let’s explore!

Who I Support

I support you, the growth oriented, open minded, emotionally overwhelmed, spiritually curious, empathic dog parent. The person asking themselves, “is this my fault?”.

I help you see where blockages are preventing connection (and not just with your dog), where habits or patterns are contributing to internal and external conflict, where you are being invited to increase self awareness, and how you can become empowered to transform your life!

My approach

My D.E.E.P.E.N Framework

I have developed my signature D.E.E.P.E.N framework to help support you on your journey towards self-awareness and joy. DEEPEN is a holistic approach exploring the nuances that are impacting you (and your dog), where we discuss:

  • Your expectations of your dog, your loved ones and yourself, your unique values, and your shared life experiences, and obstacles.

  • The energy of your home environment, including life restrictions and limitations.

  • Your innate needs and desires, the outlets available for releasing stress & managing emotions.

  • Exploring the chakras or your body’s wellbeing, physical blockages, whispers of you & your dog’s body’s wisdom.

  • Your and your dog’s quality of life, mental body & emotional safety.

  • Exploring your energetic hygiene, connection to vital energy & spiritual self.

Intuitive Coaching Packages

What I Offer

I offer group connection coaching & private connection coaching, where I create a space for you to feel safe and supported, to be understood, and to learn how to lean into & overcome the challenges your dog is bringing forward in your life.

Think of me as your dog therapist and connection coach, with a sprinkle of animal communication, self-development and intuitive energy work. Embracing the journey you are on, while having the tools to move through it with grace, can help you find hope and alignment.

Connection Coaching

For those looking to deepen their connections with themselves & loved ones, including their dog, through ongoing coaching support.

Business Coaching

Supporting you in your pursuit of greater joy & fulfillment in the pet professional space.

Group Connection Coaching

Join our emotional support community, hosted by Annika, and connect with people just like you. You are not alone!

Helping people connect to themselves, their dogs, and their deepest desires.

Testimonials

  • "Annika is a teacher of important lessons. I didn't bargain for this amount of personal growth when I hired help for my problem pup. She's a whisperer to both dogs and humans and I'm grateful we found her. I have a tendency to catastrophize and her sage wisdom helped me off many ledges! You've found your coach, look no further."

    — Tanya B.

  • "Annika has had such a significant impact on our life with our dogs. I am so impressed with her knowledge of dogs and dog behaviour, her commitment to supporting people and their dogs, her professionalism as well as her kindness and compassion. Annika is highly committed to the people & dogs she supports, and is incredibly compassionate and understanding, both of us as pet owners and our dogs. The biggest thing I learned is that it is very hard for dogs to live in human society. I also learned that dogs are highly sensitive to how their owners are doing – and that, if I am okay, they will be okay. I have so much gratitude for how Annika has changed our relationship with our dogs and allowed us to really learn how to support them to be successful in human society."

    — Ingrid

  • "When I first started working with Annika the feeling of "comfort" came to mind. During our sessions, she always made us feel like we were in a safe space and I was drawn her calming and sincere energy. I was looking to transform my life – I was ready for a change but I didn’t know how to. My first coaching session was magical. The revelation was my dog came into my life with a purpose - to move both of us forward and lead us to living a more wholesome life together filled with happiness. Annika has been a strong pillar of support for both of us, and she is truly a gift to this world."

    — Elise

  • "To describe the work of Annika is challenging to keep to a small paragraph because it is large and abundant! I began my journey with Annika in the hopes to “fix” my dog, in the process we have shined light on areas of myself that have been hidden. Annika intuitively and consistently advocates for my dog, my family and for myself. She looks at all angles and hears the “in between” whispers to guide us in the best direction. I am forever grateful for the peace and comfort she has shown to me and our sweet pup."

    — Cindy R.

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