Adia Washington, known as The Canines Consultant, is a nationally recognized canine trauma behavior expert and educator specializing in guardian-based behavior work. With over 20 years of experience, she’s helped thousands of families transform their relationship with their dogs through connection, clarity, and emotionally intelligent leadership. Adia is the founder of Woof Houze Academy and the creator of innovative programs like Whisper Walks and Nature Therapy. She’s also a sought-after speaker and consultant for pet professionals, rescues, and guardians navigating complex behavior cases.

As a former hands-on trainer turned trauma-informed educator, Adia teaches pet parents how to stop managing their dogs—and start listening to them. Her approach centers behavior as communication, not defiance, and helps guardians lead with confidence instead of control.