August 9, 2024
Crate training your adopted dog
Welcoming a new dog into your home is both exciting and life changing for you and your furry friend! Crate training is …
November 20, 2023
Puppy training basics: 5 key building blocks every puppy parent should know
Bringing home a puppy is a big life change – for you and for them! In this blog, we’ll be sharing five crucial area…
November 14, 2023
House training your adult dog
Many adult dogs are not fully house-trained for a variety of reasons, including their family’s lack of commitment or …
September 11, 2023
Training tips: Play biting and mouthing
If you’re the proud parent of a puppy or kitten, chances are you’ve been on the receiving end of some play biting. …
August 19, 2022
Ontario SPCA spay/neuter teams brush up on CPR emergency training
At the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we not only educate about the importance of pet safety and emergency preparedne…
February 25, 2022
Positive reinforcement training helps dogs be their best
Are you trying to teach your dog something new, or decrease unwanted behaviours? Try positive reinforcement training! I…
November 22, 2021
Leash pulling and reactivity: Dog training tips
Imagine you’re walking down the street with your pup, and you see someone else walking their dog ahead of you. Your d…
April 30, 2021
Spring training with your dog
Guest post by PetLink, our Animal Wellness partner for the Change for Animals Conference
It’s Spring Training! Wha…
April 27, 2020
Choosing the training treats for your pet
If you have a food-motivated dog, you'll know that nothing quite compares with a good treat to make training that much …
February 12, 2019
Muzzle Training Your Dog
Muzzles are used to reduce the risk a dog poses to people and other animals by restricting the dog's ability to bite.…
January 10, 2019
Clicker Training your Cat
Clicker training is a fun and effective way to help teach a wide variety of animals, from cats and dogs to marine mam…
September 15, 2018
Crate Training Tips
Crating is not necessary for all dogs but it is generally considered the easiest and quickest way to housetrain because…