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What Training Goldfish Teaches You About Dogs
Clicker Training Goldfish What does teaching a Goldfish tricks have to do with dog training? There are a lot of lessons to be learned about behaviour and operant conditioning by going through the work of teaching a common goldfish to swim through a small hoop or chase...
Dog Begs for Food at Dinner Table – How to address this without punishment
Why is this dog sitting in the corner, not begging for food? Why is Petey sitting patiently with his butt pressed against the wall in the corner, while my father enjoys his lunch and tea? Because of the effective use of operant conditioning (positive reinforcement...
Reliable Recall at the Offleash Dog Park
How to train your dog not to run away from you at the park! Second to learning how to walk nicely on leash, new dog owners' second most requested call for help is a reliable recall while off leash. In Toronto, the unfortunate thing is most dog owners are inadvertently...
Top 7 Misconceptions About Clicker Training (And Food-Based Training)
Unfortunately there is a lot of misinformation about clicker training (and food-based training). While many of our new students are excited and eager to finally have a clicker training school that isn't a two hour drive away from Downtown Toronto, some come to us a...
What Type of Dog Collar or Harness Should I Use?
Confused by the myriad of options at the pet store when it comes to buying the right collar for your dog? Here's a brief introduction and review of the common types of humane collars and harnesses on the market, how they work, and what they're best for. Flat Collar,...
On-leash aggression towards dogs
Why does my dog bark and lunge at other dogs on leash? First, rest assured, you are not alone. This behavioral issue is so common that there are volumes of books specifically written about the subject. Dog trainers and behaviorists refer to this issue as "on-leash...
Dog Bite Prevention and Safety
Keep Your Dog and Your Family Safe from Dog Bites Did you know that in the US, 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year? And, of those incidents, 77% of them are bites from the family pet (or a friend's pet), and 50% of bites occur on the owner's property? This...
On Dog Walkers
A responsible and conscientious dog owner selects all their dog care professionals (veterinarian, trainer, groomer, etc.) with care. There is, however, one professional, that needs to be chosen more carefully than any. Yes, even over your dog trainer. That's your dog...
Booking and Cancellation Policy Change – Effective Monday, June 8, 9:00AM
Changes to our Booking Policy Effective Monday, June 8, 9:00AM We’re just five days into our post-lockdown re-opening journey, and we thank everyone for their patience regarding getting into our classes. We’re navigating uncharted waters and learning as we go. And, we...
Reopening
Classroom Re-Opening Rules – Last Update – May 31, 2022 We are confident in our ability to run safe, effective, and enjoyable classroom experiences during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Part of the success of our classes is thanks to our students! Please see below for the...
Webinar: Train Your Own Service Dog 101 – May 21, 7PM
Service animals can be life-changing, providing much-needed freedom to their handlers. Similar to a wheelchair or portable oxygen, service animals allow their handlers to participate fully in society by mitigating effects of a disability. There are two common ways...
How Do I Socialize My Puppy While Puppy Socialization Classes Are Suspended?
By Erin Britton: April 13th Update: After reading this article, go check out our Pandemic Puppy page for newer information including our "10 Genius Hacks to Socialize Your Puppy Safely During Covid-19". COVID19 is disrupting more than just our human interaction; our...
Group Classes Suspended Till April 8
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Training You’ll Feel Good About – A Commitment to Positive Reinforcement
Positive Reinforcement methods are the most effective way to change behaviour, and make the learner (both human and dog!) feel supported and have a fun and enjoyable time learning.
An Experience Both You and Your Dog Will Enjoy
Every time you train this way with your dog, they’ll light up and come to you with this look of eagerness, joy, and anticipation. Working with us means that training changes from something you do to your dog – into an activity that you and your dog can’t wait for. The connection you build with your dog through our training methods is something that you have to experience.
In Your Neighbourhood, When You Need Us
We believe every dog (and their owners) should benefit from socialization and training as part of their health and wellness. We’re in convenient locations, with classes nearly every day of the week, at convenient times. To keep you from waiting too long, our core classes are “Start Anytime”, so enrollment is on-going. For private lessons, we continue to grow our team (currently over 12 instructors) so you can see us as quickly as possible.