Happy Tails Dog Training Center - Portland

09/13/2023

09/09/2023

Update: We’ve received information suggesting that Dog Daddy’s UK classes have been postponed 🇬🇧 It appears there’s intent to return in January. We do believe there is an excellent chance he was denied entry into the UK and that he did not voluntarily choose to cancel. 

While the postponement might be seen as a step in the right direction, it doesn’t alleviate our concerns. We remain vigilant because according to information we have obtained he still intends to offer virtual advice and future courses to members of London and the public worldwide. 

Even small deviations from evidence-based practice, such as inappropriate leash-handling, will draw scrutiny and will not go unchallenged. 

So, we’re charging ahead, full steam. Protests and awareness-raising activities are happening in London this weekend (if you are in London and want to talk and get advice from ethical science-based trainers, demonstrators on the ground are planning to be at King’s Cross again on Sunday! Watch our stories for updates!) 

After London, demonstrations to raise public awareness about this issue are set for Italy and other destinations where Augusto plans to visit. Our commitment to ethical, science-based dog training is unwavering. This isn’t a pause; it’s a deepening of our resolve.

A huge ‘Thank You’ goes out to our dedicated protesters, ethical dog trainers, and everyone who is supporting this mission. Your efforts are invaluable in pushing the boundaries of what is acceptable in our industry. It’s important to note that our cause is not about targeting individuals; it’s about elevating ethics and advocating for evidence-based, humane practices in dog training. We’re united in this, and together, we can set new standards for our field. 

We remain skeptical of any superficial changes Augusto may claim and will continue our vigilant scrutiny. Given his history of misleading intentions, even if there appears to be a shift towards ethical training, we won’t let our guard down. We are especially watchful for any efforts to continue this type of training in regions with looser regulations, like the USA. Rest assured, we’re monitoring the situation closely.

09/06/2023

08/31/2023

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08/31/2023

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08/24/2023

08/18/2023

They can be–just ask an emergency doctor or veterinarian how many retractable leash injuries they see every year.