Colin spent a wonderful year working for Bronte Pet Services in the Lower Mainland. He was employed as a dog walker/trainer working with ALL types of breeds, temperaments and size of dogs. He met many wonderful clients and pups, trusting him with their homes, safety and loved ones. Colin worked with many clients with intense aggressive issues specifically, separation and general anxiety and many other behavior issues. Working with clients and their pets helping not only with private training session, but as well as provide support to those who can't just have anyone work and/or walk their fur babies. Bronte is well known for their positive reinforcement approach and Colin continue to hold that with him during his training and walking.
During Colin's time with Bronte he was also given the opportunity to attend the DOGSAFE Canine First Aid course that he still carries. This gave him a wealth of added knowledge to help aid and care for our furry friends safely and to be prepared for any kind of emergency situation. As well as freshen up on basic first aid, oral injection and/or medication, and other basic special needs pet care.
Colin spent his whole life in animal care. From growing up working with farm animals, volunteering caring and riding horses (and training in later years). To being surrounded by his own and other dogs, cats, and other animals of all varieties and sizes. He is an animal lover of all kinds.
Over the years he's also had the wonderful opportunity to raise 2 of his very own dogs. This has given him so much first hands on 24/7 experience, from training a puppy to adulthood (who is still with him today), and helping an abused rescue who had never been inside learn to love and enjoy life. This has also given him personal and added knowledge to work with an even larger variety of clients. To help them and their pets reach their goals.
From young energetic puppies, working dogs, senior love balls, gentle giants, anxious beans, and those with all types of aggression issues. No pet is left behind or uncared for no matter what you’re working on (if anything). With 8+ years of experience, an endless appreciation and care for animals. As well as a commitment to ensuring every pet parent and pet is looked after safely and properly. Colin brings an immense amount of knowledge, passion, devotion, skills and dedication to every pet care occasion that sets us apart from others. Our personalized/dedicated approach to every client ensures everyone (pets and pet parents included) feels cared and advocated for, happy, and safe.
We are confident in all areas that your pup may need, no matter size or temperament. Whether that be a very personal training routine, a chance for your pup to get the sillies out, or someone who can be there with them on those hard triggering walks. We are experienced in many areas and are happy to focus on what you and your pet need most.
Bandit's Pet Services was founded in 2023 and is currently owned and operated by Colin Nygard-Coutts. Colin is passionate about animal care, and has years of experience working and volunteering with dogs as well as other animals of all kinds. Colin also holds a DOGSAFE Canine First Aid certificate.