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Encore DogSports Training and Dog Boarding

Dog training and boarding. Your dogs home away from home. Encore DogSports is located in Regina, Saskatchewan. Every breed of dog is welcome.

We are a group of dog enthusiasts who believe in positive training methods including clicker training. The classes are fun and informative so your dog can be a happy member of your family. In addition, we offer assistance for dogs with behavioral problems. We hope your dog will have a tail wagging good time.

06/06/2026

and .sk for a fun morning of golf with so many amazing ladies!

04/28/2026

SPONSORSHIP ALERT

Lovett N Leash It is an amazing small business and is more than just leashes and collars.

Check out this business for all your tug and leash needs for all sports you play!

04/27/2026

SPONSORSHIP ALERT

started with a desire to grow the sport of disc within Manitoba. They wanted an easier way for people to get their discs and get out there and have fun with their dogs. As the sport has grown, so has the Emporium!

They are all about fostering the growth of the sport and encouraging everyone to play, no matter what skill level.

Shawn also does custom dips on discs.

Coming to our May trial? Order your discs ahead and save on shipping as they will bring discs to the trial!!

04/26/2026

SPONSORSHIP ALERT

Thank you Smack Pet Food for your generous sponsorship to Encore Disc Dog Club

Smack is Canadian made and a great dehydrated raw food or topper.

03/21/2026

I have space for a board and train starting Apr 17th.
Time to get your dog walking nice on leash before Summer

03/03/2026

Is your dog stressful to walk?
Would you like your dog to walk calmly beside you past dogs and people?

I have 2 spaces in March for a 2 week intensive leash manners reset!

Act fast and receive $400 off!

PM or text 306.531.5860

02/06/2026

ARE YOU RUINING YOUR DOG'S RECALL

One of the most common mistakes I see with recall is when owners call their dog to them, and then they do something not enjoyable for their dog.

For example, you call your dog to you, they come, and then you put him/her on a leash and leave the park. If you do that enough times your dog is going to start associating the recall cue with the "bad" thing of leaving the park.

Or, calling your dog to you and then putting them in the bath.

Or, calling your dog to you and then brushing their teeth.

Or, calling your dog to you and then clipping their nails.

You give a cue, they perform it and then... a negative experience happens (in their mind).

When this happens too many times, your dog will start to associate "come" with negative things. And when that happens, your dog will STOP wanting to come back to you.

So, instead of calling your dog to you when you're gonna do something they may not like, YOU should go to them.

Or, if you must call them to you, give a couple of other cues in between the "come" and the not desirable thing.

If my dog is running at the acreage and we need to leave, I don't call my dog to me and then instantly leash her up and put her in the car. Instead, I call her to me, give a few short throws of her frisbee once she comes, and then when she comes back (for another throw), I give her some treats, and some pets and then clip her leash on.

Simply put, every time your dog comes to you there should be a positive experience. Don't let negative experiences immediately follow when your dog successfully comes back to you!

Do you need help with your recall?!

01/27/2026

What is your biggest dog training issue at this time?

01/26/2026

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01/25/2026

REWARDS IN DOG TRAINING

A reward for a dog is anything they enjoy—such as small, smelly treats (cheese, chicken, liver), praise, play with toys, or access to activities like sniffing—that reinforces desired behaviors and encourages them to repeat them.

Effective rewards should be delivered immediately, be highly motivating to the individual dog, and be used to mark positive actions.

TYPES OF REWARDS
FOOD: Small, soft, high-value treats (like liver or cheese) work best for training, as they can be eaten quickly without breaking focus. If a treat is hard and chewy it will take up a good portion of your training time watching your sog chew.

PLAY: Toys, such as tug toys or tennis balls, are excellent motivators. But, whatever your dog loves. We use frisbees or else chase games a lot. This is one of my most used forms of reward.

AFFECTION/PRAISE: Verbal praise ("good dog!") or specific types of physical affection that the dog enjoys. Think ear scratches or belly rubs.

LIFE: Freedom to do something they want, such as going for a walk, getting to sniff a tree, or going outside. I have been known to scope oit gopher holes to allow dogs to sniff as a reward.

KEY PRINCIPLES
TIMING: The reward must be given immediately after the desired behavior to be effective. This is why I teach a secondary reinforcer.

VALUE: Use "high-value" (very tasty) rewards for difficult tasks or in distracting environments, and lower-value treats (like kibble) for simple tasks.

PREFERENCES: What constitutes a reward depends entirely on the individual dog's taste and personality. Your dog didnt read the label that says all dogs love these!

CONSISTENCY: Consistently rewarding good behavior helps build predictable, positive habits.

WHAT IS YOUR DOG'S FAVORITE REWARD?!

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Regina, SK

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http://www.encoredogsports.ca/

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