Paws In The Dirt Dog Training and Behaviour

01/16/2024

Habit stack your dog training!

09/30/2023

Who has a goofy tongue, a silly personality and a NEW home! This guy!

Congratulations Bear on finding your home! I look forward to working with you and your new Dad to help set you up for the smoothest transition into your new home! 🏡
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08/24/2023

361 signatures are still needed! Stop The Dog Daddy's Inhumane Dog Training Methods in Toronto!

07/14/2023

07/01/2023

Happy long weekend everyone!

Now we love a good celebration over here but we also recognize that fireworks, excessive noise and lights can be REALLY stressful for some of our furry and feathered friends!

Please remember, fear cannot be reinforced, that our shelters get really busy around this time with runaways and that your pet deserves a free free long weekend too!

Get in touch if we can help you and your pet through these tricky weekends!

06/30/2023

** Very Important** to remember as we approach Canada Day, July 4th and have been in the midst of some pretty hectic weather!

It thundered last week during a rain storm, and it reminded me how much trouble a storm can be in the life of a dog (and for those of us who love them.) Since thunder season is approaching, this seems like a good time to talk about one of the oft-repeated, and ever-so-inaccurate pieces of […]

06/17/2023

Beat the heat!

🐾 Chill out on warm days with KONG’s Sweet Summer Smoothie! This epic stuffing recipe will make your pup's taste buds do a happy dance with the tantalizing combination of strawberries, blueberries, and creamy peanut butter. 🍓🥜 It's like a summer celebration in every lick! Fill multiple KONGs and let the neighborhood pooches dive into a flavor explosion at your next backyard BBQ.🍹🐾

Check out this recipe and others here: https://bit.ly/46kKyFc

06/07/2023

Unfortunately we can add - keep walks and excursions outside short while air quality warnings from wildfire smoke is in the air.

Your dog's lungs can be affected the same as yours and some dogs may find the smell worrying or confusing so if their behaviour on your walks is "off" or extra worried, feel free to skip the walk and do some happy, safe indoor enrichment instead!

The weather is heating up! Here are some reminders on how to keep your dog cool this summer!

04/24/2023

"It’s crucial to recognize that we must learn and unlearn some ideas about nature to understand the world better. We should question commonly accepted beliefs and seek out current and accurate information."

The sad thing in my industry is when this myth pervades into the home and is applied to our domestic dogs.

Researchers have found that most wolf packs are simply families led by a breeding pair. So, what is the truth behind the wolf hierarchy?

04/12/2023

✨🐾 NEW DATES ✨🐾

With great weather comes.... Busier dog walks!

🐾 If you're struggling with a dog that barks and lunges at dogs on the street...
🐾If you're finding yourself frustrated and dreading those dog walks...
🐾 If you're interested in learning the reasons WHY your dog behaves the way he does around dogs and want to help him with compassionate force free training...
🐾 If you want to practice your skills in a safe environment..

We'd love to meet you! Our 7 week 13 session course covers theory and practical skills to help you and your dog overcome those challenges for stress free walks!

Get in touch for more info!