Search Results for: dog training
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Community Dog Training
Help your dog build better everyday habits with Ontario SPCA positive-reinforcement dog training. Learn practical skills for calmer, more confident dogs.
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March 27, 2026
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 dog sees them, too. He starts barking, jumping around, and performing other unwanted behaviours. What do you do? Here are some tips to help calm your dog and reduce reactivity. What you can do about leash pulling […]
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September 24, 2026
House training your adult dog
House training your adult dog Many adult dogs are not fully house-trained for a variety of reasons, including their family’s lack of training knowledge, illness, or the dog’s prior history. Fortunately, adult dogs – even those who’ve had a disadvantaged start in life – can learn an appropriate time and place to go! By following the 10 steps below, you’ll be well on your way to having a […]
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July 9, 2026
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 way to introduce behavioural management, house training and emotional regulation for your dogs! It can also help prevent puppies, adolescents and young dogs at the peak of their chewing stage from […]
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November 30, 2025
How to Teach “Crate Training” for Dogs
Learn how to crate train your dog effectively with our step-by-step guide, including practical tips, behaviour strategies, and advice to create a safe, comfortable space for your pet.
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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! It’s an effective method to shape your dog’s behaviour, and the guiding principle at Ontario SPCA animal centres. What is positive reinforcement training? Have you noticed how much your dog loves being praised and is more focused on […]
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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! What better way to celebrate the warmer season than perfecting tricks and training with your dog? We’ve teamed up with Holly Lewis, owner of Cold Nose Canine in Milwaukee, to help give some tips (and tricks!) on how […]
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Everyday Manners Training Class Registration
“Everyday Manners” Dog Training Class Registration Please answer honestly and completely. These answers help us decide whether a group class is the safest and most useful place for you and your dog. A group class is not right for every dog, and telling us the full picture means we can point you somewhere better if […]
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September 1, 2026
Debunking rescue dog myths
Debunking rescue dog myths Thinking about adopting? You may have heard a few things about dogs in shelters that just aren’t true. Let’s set the record straight. Myth #1: Rescue dogs have behavioural issues Dogs end up in shelters for all kinds of reasons, such as a move, a change in family circumstances, or financial hardship, and very rarely because something is “wrong” with them. Many adoptable dogs are happy, healthy, and well-adjusted family members simply […]
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August 18, 2026
How much exercise does your dog really need?
“Walk your dog every day” is solid advice, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. How much exercise your dog actually needs depends on a number of factors, and getting it right is important for their mental and physical health, as well as for their behaviour at home. A general guideline As a starting point, most adult dogs need somewhere between 30 minutes and 2 […]
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June 5, 2026
Are you ready to adopt a dog?
Adopting a dog is a life-changing decision, but one that can bring great love and joy to your life. To help you decide if you’re ready to adopt a dog, we’ve put together information on dog parenting responsibilities and considerations before adopting! How does adopting a dog impact your life? By adopting a dog, you gain a loving companion who greets […]
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April 21, 2026
Aging dogs and Sundowning syndrome
Have you ever noticed your dog becoming unusually restless, anxious, or confused just as the sun begins to set? Maybe they pace the house, seem unsettled, or vocalize more than usual in the evening hours. While it can be easy to dismiss this as a quirk of aging, these behaviours may point to Sundowning syndrome. Often linked to Canine Cognitive […]
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