June 16, 2025
How to teach “four-on-the-floor”
Training your dog “four-on-the-floor” is helpful to prevent unwanted jumping by teaching them to have all four feet on the floor. In addition to…
June 6, 2025
Tips to deter your dog from scavenging during walks
Do you find that your dog scavenges for items to eat on your walks? If daily walks are interrupted by your dog picking up…
March 31, 2025
Tips to overcome your dog’s resource guarding
Resource guarding, also known as “possessive aggression,” occurs when a dog displays protective behaviours over items they consider valuable. This behaviour can include food, toys,…
March 25, 2025
How to teach “leave it”
Teaching your dog “leave it” redirects their focus when they are interested in items they shouldn’t be, and it assists with impulse control. It…
December 31, 2024
Adoption tips: Dog-to-dog introductions
Planning to bring home a new dog? Here are some helpful adoption tips for dog-to-dog introductions. Introducing two unfamiliar dogs can be…
October 10, 2024
Train your dog to be your running paw-tner
Running with your dog can be a fantastic way to stay active while bonding with your furry friend. However, it’s important to prepare both…
September 19, 2024
Tips for paw-sitive walks
Some dogs may be eager for their daily walks, while others may not be as thrilled, especially during the warmer months. Walking is great…
September 12, 2024
How do I stop my dogs from marking territory indoors?
One of the questions we receive at our animal centres is how to stop dogs from marking territory indoors. We have some simple tips…
August 30, 2024
Beyond basics: Teaching your dog new cues
Has your dog mastered basic cues like “sit,” “down” and “come”? These are the most common cues most people will teach their furry friends.
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 a great…
April 19, 2024
How to handle jumping
Jumping is a common training challenge and is usually attention-seeking behaviour. Unknowingly we might "teach" our dogs to jump up on us by rewarding them each time they do so.
January 23, 2024
Can my dog be trained not to chase cats?
Dogs and cats can be known to be best of friends – or worst of foes! For dogs who have not been introduced to…
