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"You haven’t ruined anything, you haven’t missed your chance."
Fell off dog training? Let’s tlk about hot to get back on track. Falling off training with your dog happens to you, me, everyone. Humans aren’t 100% consistent at everything they do and that’s what makes us humans, and not robots. Heck.. even ChatGPT says it can make mistakes.. But not only that, life gets busy, oftentimes unexpectedly, priorities shift, and if we’re being honest, most people don’t wake up excited about having to train their dog every hour of every day. Somet

Carlos C.
Mar 193 min read


Why I Love Hosting Group Dog Play Sessions
My Favourite Thing About Hosting Group Play Sessions One of my favourite things about hosting group play sessions is seeing just how different every dog truly is. Just like people, dogs have their own personalities, preferences, limits, talents, comforts, and ways of interacting with the world around them. Group play sessions simply make that individuality very visible. When a dozen or so dogs are present in the same space, it doesn’t take long before we start noticing the va

Carlos C.
Mar 164 min read


Dogs as Our Teachers: What Jane Goodall Can Remind Us About Our Companions
When Jane Goodall first began working with chimpanzees, she was told she was doing it all wrong. Professors scolded her for giving the chimpanzees names instead of numbers. Jane was told that animals didn’t have personalities, minds, or emotions.
They warned her that empathy had no place in science..

Carlos C.
Oct 2, 20252 min read


8 Steps to Preventing “Excited Pee” in Dogs
“Excited peeing” is common in dogs—especially puppies—but it can happen even with older dogs, and it often happens during greetings or..

Carlos C.
Jan 10, 20254 min read


Understanding Dog Humping (During the Holidays and All Year Round)
Overstimulation triggers dog humping. Master these tips to keep your pup calm and your holiday gatherings stress-free!

Carlos C.
Dec 22, 20243 min read


Harness vs. Flat Collar: What’s the Safest Option for Your Puppy?
Harness vs. flat collar: Discover why a harness is the safest choice for puppies and how it supports positive leash training habits.

Carlos C.
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Choose the Right Dog Trainer: 5 Essential Questions to Ask
Find the perfect dog trainer with these 5 key questions. Ensure their methods align with your goals for a happier, well-trained pup!

Carlos C.
Dec 3, 20244 min read


3 Common Mistakes Dog Owners Make When Dealing with Barking (and How to Fix Them)
Avoid these 3 common mistakes when dealing with dog barking! Learn how to guide your dog toward calmer, better behaviours.

Carlos C.
Oct 26, 20243 min read


Remember THIS the Next Time Your Dog Is Being 'Difficult'
Remember these tips for understanding dog behaviour when your pup is being difficult. Patience and empathy are key in dog training.

Carlos C.
Jul 29, 20242 min read


Carlos Answers ChatGPT's Top 3 Most Asked Dog Training Questions
Discover effective tips to stop excessive barking, potty train your puppy, and prevent leash pulling in our latest dog training guide!

Carlos C.
Jun 24, 20243 min read


Walking an Adolescent Dog: A Journey of Socialization and Learning
Discover tips on adolescent dog socialization and behaviour training while walking Bear, a young dog learning to navigate new environments.

Carlos C.
Jun 24, 20242 min read


(Guest Post) Expectations Lead to Disappointment
It’s taken me a while to get to this place with Amelia. It’s taken me over 3 years to get here, almost 4 years to realize this, and nearly..

Carlos C.
Dec 2, 20233 min read


14 Quotes That Go Hand in Hand With Raising a Dog
Here are 14 quotes I love sharing when working with pet parents, or that I simply like reminding myself of, when working with any dog!

Carlos C.
Nov 14, 20231 min read


Cat Bells.. But.. On Dogs?? 🐶🐱
The dog and cat world unites! A lot of you know how big I am on preventing unwanted behaviours, as opposed to only reacting/managing them.

Carlos C.
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Dog Toys Are All About Timing
There's a time for every toy, and that's how you can get the most out of them! Just like how you're more likely to play a board game when..

Carlos C.
Oct 26, 20231 min read


(Small Dogs) When to Pickup Your Dog While on Walks
Here are a few day to day scenarios where I think it's more than okay to pick your little one up!

Carlos C.
Oct 26, 20231 min read


Get Your Dog a Harness for This 1 Reason Above All
If you don’t get a harness for any other reason, get it for this 1 reason:
You have probably heard many different opinions on dogs..

Carlos C.
Oct 26, 20231 min read


Is My Dog Actually Feeling Tired?
Recognizing when your dog is feeling tired, frustrated, overwhelmed, or overstimulated can make all the difference when it comes to..

Carlos C.
Jul 30, 20233 min read


8 Reasons You Should Stop Saying “No” to Your Dog
You and I navigate and make sense of the world around with our voice. And so it’s normal that we try using our voice to guide and train..

Carlos C.
Jun 24, 20234 min read


(Quick Answer) If I Neuter/Spay My Dog Will That Make Him/Her Calmer?
It's a misconception that neutering/spaying a dog will make them calmer. Most dogs will feel slightly different, more mellow and less..

Carlos C.
Jun 10, 20231 min read
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