If you want to be able to take your dog places and have them behave politely, you have to train for it. Far too often I see people say “but he knows sit/down/stay (insert behaviour here), why won’t he do it at X, Y, Z place when he knows it?”, and then proceed to setContinue reading “Be Fair To Your Dog”
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Puppy Class Thoughts
Because I get asked about puppy classes, I thought I’d provide an explanation as to why we do not run them very much. We prefer private training for baby puppies, but once puppies have had all of their shots, they are welcome to join our Basic Class where their learning skills excel once they areContinue reading “Puppy Class Thoughts”
Fearful/Nervous/Anxious Dogs
Most dogs come preprogrammed with some sort of anxiety, it’s nature. It kept them alive for thousands of years. Without some anxiety, species would die out rather quickly, and it’s common to see some anxieties in puppies, especially when they are placed into new homes. However, some dogs come with an over abundance of anxietyContinue reading “Fearful/Nervous/Anxious Dogs”
Dogs Everywhere?
There is a trend occurring right now to take your dog everywhere with you. Dogs on patios, dogs in stores, dogs at events where they would never have been included prior, dogs in places they would have never been allow before. For some training and socialization at certain points and in certain places I thinkContinue reading “Dogs Everywhere?”
Back To School Activities For Dogs
September has hit us quickly this year. It seems the summers go by faster and faster every year, just like our parents used to tell us, time goes by too quickly, enjoy it while you are young. We often get out of wack with our dogs over the summer months, lax on schedules, short onContinue reading “Back To School Activities For Dogs”
Puppy Class Milton
We have a few last minute spots available in our Puppy Class in Milton starting this weekend. Details on the class are below. Please contact us to sign up and get your puppy started off on the right foot, um, paw, today! Puppy Skillz 0.5 This class is for puppies 10 weeks to 16 weeks,Continue reading “Puppy Class Milton”
Dumb Dogs? No Way!
It amuses me when people claim that, on the whole, a particular breed or type of dog is dumb, stubborn or untrainable. Fingers are typically pointed at bull breeds, sight and scent hounds, terriers, Nordic and primitive breeds. The dogs listed above, well, they’re not necessarily bred to work for us. Some dogs are, theseContinue reading “Dumb Dogs? No Way!”
Center or Middle Position
Let’s talk the “centre” position, or “middle” if you will. Though it may look more like a party trick, this can be an extremely useful skill for dogs when faced with crowded or tight situations where it’s best to maintain control. I had this dog (see pug) in a full elevator, like full full. SheContinue reading “Center or Middle Position”
Puppy Tips!
Here are five things to follow that will make your life easier on your journey with your new puppy. ✅ Proper containment – helps with house training, establishing rules absorbing boundaries, helps avoid problems down the road, keeps your puppy and house safe and helps to alleviate the stress of dealing with a new puppy.Continue reading “Puppy Tips!”
Long Lines – Dog Training Milton
I love long lines. I believe they have so many beneficial uses with dogs. The real magic of long lines comes on walks and daily outings with your dogs. I prefer long lines over flexi leads (except on rainy days) because of the fact that they can be dropped when needed and they do notContinue reading “Long Lines – Dog Training Milton”
Smart Dogs Canine Training Milton 