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PackLeader Academy

Committed to delivering outstanding dog training and behaviour modification programs for both ends of the leash. We focus on equipping humans with essential skills and tools to manage and calm reactive, fearful, and anxious dogs.
Our unique group classes blend pack leadership with obedience training, allowing both you and your dog to learn together alongside other enthusiastic dog owners, and not just the basics like sit & stay.
Our Behaviour Modification programs are private sessions in the comfort of your home. Join us to enhance the bond with your companion today, in a way it works best for you and your dog.
B.T.W did you know
'the hardest one to train is the human'.

Let Mimi take the lead and guide you there.

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To confirm a booking, please complete, date, and sign our 'Terms & Conditions' form, which can be accessed under the 'more' tab at the top right on this site or in the 'more' list on your phone. This is required for all in person classes and private sessions with Miss Mimi and Packleader Academy to ensure everyone's protection and compliance with legal standards.

Our Story Unleashed

Who We Are

PackLeader Academy, led by Miss Mimi, shares her list of accomplishments. Apart from growing up with and owing a pack dogs most of her life, this is her skill sets she has developed in the dog industry since 2005 and still adding to by reading and research;

  • Read many books on training and behaviour

  • Formal Obedience Certification from 'Canadian Institute of Professional Dog Training', by Master Dog Trainer & esteemed Behaviourist, Tony Parker

  • Certification in Animal Behaviour' from Illis ABC, Karolina Westlund PhD via www.illis.se

  • Certification in Pet First Aid from 'Walks n' Wags'

  • 21 years of operating an open concept dog daycare 

  • Life long Animal lover, horse enthusiast, and I rescued most of my dogs, fostered & rehabilitated dogs
     

She has successfully operated her dog daycare for over two decades, managing a pack of up to 25 dogs daily on her own. With a lifelong passion for animals, she now aims to focus on dog training programs that emphasize calm assertive energy for both dogs and their owners.

While continuing her daycare operations, she seeks to educate dog owners on the importance of establishing pack leadership to ensure a harmonious home environment and teaching dog owners how to understand their friends better.

With her trusted Yellow Labrador Sandy by her side, Mimi is dedicated to guiding dog owners through the challenges of introducing a new pet, whether it’s a reactive, anxious, rescue, or a puppy to the family, children, friends and social gatherings.

Our mission is to help dog owners understand calm leadership, and build strong bonds with their furry friends through effective, personalized pack leadership training and our unique blend of Obedience. We offer home visits, in-person classes at our facility, and an upcoming online course for those who prefer to learn from the comfort of their own bed.

To enhance accessibility, our services include one-on-one private sessions, group classes and informative blogs. We will be launching our online courses this upcoming late fall or winter 2026. 

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Testimonials

Satisfied Clients Speak

Our clients share their experiences and success stories after engaging with our training programs.

This is Tucker

We had some serious issues with our 14 month old black Lab Tucker. Mimi came to us and met our puppy and sat down with us and explained many things in detail of how to correct his behaviour. This was Sept 1/19, now Sept 6th we have a completely different puppy. He is no longer continuing the behaviour and he is a pleasure to be around. it's been 5 days and I didn't think it was possible we had tried everything. I know it is still new but as long as we keep up our boundaries and limitations I know we will continue to have a wonderful family pet.

Sophie & Tucker 2015
 

This is Nala

I've been taking my collie Nala to Doggy Doolil for 3 plus years now and wouldn't think of going anywhere else. She helped us train Nala as a puppy and we've been with her dog daycare ever since. Mimi is all about the dogs. She treats them like family and genuinely has their best interests at heart. And I wouldn't board Nala with anyone else.

Doug & Nala 2017

Zoe

This daycare has been so wonderful for our dog Zoe! The owner, Mimi, is amazing to watch with the dogs. They listen to her and respect her in such a way that I decided to also book some training with her. The results were awesome, and have made my life easier too because our dog has started to look at me as the leader. I trust Mimi wholeheartedly to look after my dog and I also trust her to tell me the truth. The advice she has given me in regards to my dogs behaviour has worked every time. Highly recommend!

Colleen & Zoey 2018

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Mimi is absolutely amazing. We have Kaido in her level two training. she has given us so many wonderful skills and resources as to how to train our little boy. She makes being a first time dog owner 100 times less intimidating and Kaido absolutely loves her. The amount of positive changes we have seen in our little boys behaviour not only at home but on walks and on outings have been immense. We have a lot of work ahead of us still but He wouldn’t be the well behaved little boy he is with out her training skills she has passed on to us. I would recommend Mimi to anyone and everyone.

AJ & Kaido 2025

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Mimi has been a godsend to me and my puppy Charlie! He was so wild and crazy when I first got him last January (2024). He was like a divining rod on the leash! Mimi came to my house and we went to a nearby park, to train him on the leash, so he is not so reactive and walks straight - best decision ever. She also watches him at her daycare. I couldn't have reared Charlie to the great dog he is today without her. Mimi is so in tune with the dogs. Charlie loves her. She is a true dog whisperer!

Cindy & Charlie 2026

Place is excellent. My dog has been doing daycare here since he was a puppy till present. My dog always excited when he know we will go here. Mimi really is a great trainer and has lot of knowledge about dog training. She helped me to address my difficulties with my dog. Highly recommend Doggy DooLil Daycare on training , daycare and boarding. Give the place a try and support locally owned business.

Mart & Cloud 2026

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For inquiries, appointments, or any questions, feel free to contact us. We're here to assist you on your pet training journey. 

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ESTABLISHED in 2011

12774a 114B Avenue, 
Surrey, BC

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