Canine PhD Training and Behavior Consulting

06/20/2025

06/19/2025

to when our pool was packed with high flying leaps and happy swimmers!

Whether your dog’s a seasoned swimmer or just testing the waters, our Dock Diving and Swimming classes are the perfect way to build confidence, burn energy, and have a blast!

Ready to make a splash? Head to our website and reserve your spot today! You can rent our pool, schedule time with an instructor for a swim or dock diving lesson, or take a group class!

🐕 https://www.yourcaninephd.com/services/swimming

06/13/2025

Curious about NASDA? It stands for North American Sport Dog Association — a fun and competitive way to tap into your dog’s natural scenting abilities through real-life inspired search scenarios.

One of those challenges? Finding rats (safely contained in secure boxes) hidden in indoor environments!

Our NASDA/Urban Challenge class focuses on this unique skill, helping your dog build focus, confidence, and scent discrimination through real-world-inspired searches.

This class is perfect for beginners and dogs preparing for trial. It is also safe, engaging, and suitable for all breeds!

Ready to get started? Sign up for our NASDA/Urban Challenge class today: https://www.yourcaninephd.com/group-classes/urban-challenge

06/10/2025

Your dog’s nose is incredibly powerful, and our NASDA/Urban Challenge class puts it to the test in a unique way: by searching for rats!!! 🐀

This isn’t your typical nosework class. It simulates real-world-style scent work in indoor spaces and buildings, focusing specifically on locating rats by scent.

✅ Taught by experienced instructors
✅ Safe and fun for dogs of all experience levels
✅ Builds confidence, focus, and scent discrimination skills

Perfect for beginners and teams prepping for NASDA trials.

Class starts soon! Secure your spot here: https://www.yourcaninephd.com/group-classes/urban-challenge

06/07/2025

Here's a look at some of the amazing pups who’ve been working hard at Canine PhD. Keep up the great work, pups!

05/31/2025

As the weather warms up, more people, pets, and critters are out and about, and that means more opportunities for our dogs to bark at the window!

While this is a natural instinct to alert us of activity, it can quickly become a habit that’s hard to manage. Unfortunately, there aren’t many quick fixes, but there are steps we can take to help manage the behavior while we work on training. 🙌

From blocking their view to teaching alternative behaviors, consistency and patience are key. Let’s help our dogs feel calm while they learn how to respond differently.

Reach out to our team if you need help with your dog's barking!

05/30/2025

Let’s get rid of the myth that reactive dogs are untrainable!!!

These two clips are literally just ONE hour apart. The difference? Training, patience, and some guidance.

Reactive behaviors do not define a dog. They’re simply a sign they need a little more guidance and support!

With the right approach, progress can happen fast, and your dog can go from overwhelmed to calm and focused in no time.

If you’re ready to see the change, we’re here to help! We specialize in aggression, fear, anxiety, and more. Contact us today!