Meet the Team

As the proud owner of Canine Compass Dog Training, Ellie has a deep-rooted passion for training and the science behind behavior. With over 13 years of experience in training, Ellie is dedicated to helping owners and their pups find effective solutions through positive, science-backed training methods.

Drawing on her extensive background in elephant training, medical alert service dog training, and behavior modification training, and combining it with her wide variety of education including a Bachelor’s of Science and multiple certifications, she has developed a training philosophy centered around the whole of a dog, and not just their behavior problems.

At Canine Compass Dog Training, we believe in nurturing dogs' natural instincts, fulfilling their breed-specific needs, and guiding them towards desired behaviors as family dogs through strategic rewards and behavior modification.

With 10 years of professional experience in the pet care industry including 4 years as a dog trainer, Kimmie has developed a deep passion for helping dog owners understand their dogs. She has worked in a variety of settings, including grooming salons, dog rescues, and boarding facilities, giving her a well-rounded understanding of canine behavior. Specializing in anxious and reactive dogs, Kimmie takes a patient, compassionate approach to training, working with dogs of all temperaments and backgrounds. She has extensive experience handling aggressive dogs and finds great fulfillment in helping them overcome their challenges.

Kimmie is originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia, and has lived in Charlotte for 5 years. She lives with her fiancée, their American Pit Bull Terrier Peach, and their cat Tyson. In her free time, Kimmie trains and competes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.