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Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDT

MSc, CPDT

Stephanie Gibeault is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KSA) and award-winning pet writer with more than a decade of experience training dogs. She holds a Master of Science in Animal Behavior and Ethology from York University and a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Western University, a background that shapes her science-based approach to understanding how dogs think, learn and communicate. Stephanie's writing on dog behavior, training and care has appeared with the American Kennel Club, Reader's Digest, Cottage Life and The Old Farmer's Almanac. She is the author of Making Sense of Dog Senses: How Our Furry Friends Experience the World and co-author of Can't Get Enough Dog Stuff from National Geographic Kids. Her work has earned a Maxwell Medallion from the Dog Writers Association of America.

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How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need?

Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDT3 MIN READ • Jul 30, 2025

Wondering if your dog is getting enough physical activity? Whether you’re raising a high-energy puppy or supporting a senior dog’s mobility, understanding your pet’s exercise needs is key to their...

Can All Dogs Swim? Tips for Safely Teaching Your Pup How to Swim

Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDT4 MIN READ • May 23, 2025

Find out if your dog can swim and how to teach them safely! Whether your pup is a natural swimmer or needs extra help, get tips on introducing them to...

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Why Is My Dog Limping?

Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDT5 MIN READ • Aug 31, 2022

It’s scary when your dog begins to limp. How do you know what’s wrong or how to help if you can’t ask what happened? Well, there are many reasons dogs...