Blackwood Canine

Blackwood Canine Stay Tuned. Blackwood Canine offers dog training services in the Portland, Oregon, and the surrounding areas, making good dogs gooder!

We understand that dog training isn’t one size fits all, which is why we offer a variety of dog and puppy training programs to best suit you and your pet's unique needs. We’ve helped hundreds of people build a clear system of communication with their dogs through our expert dog behavior training.

You’re not a BAD owner. You don’t have a BAD dog. You’re just reacting too late.Most people wait until their dog is alre...
11/22/2025

You’re not a BAD owner. You don’t have a BAD dog.

You’re just reacting too late.

Most people wait until their dog is already over the edge before they try to help… and by then, the dog can’t hear them anyway.

Step in earlier.
Create space earlier.
Give direction earlier.

Get ahead of the problem and your dog stops feeling like one.

11/20/2025

15 years. Hundreds of dogs and families. These are the lessons that separate owners who actually address their problems from owners who just stay complaining about em.

Which one hits close to home for you?

11/17/2025

You don’t need more time⏱️.

I didn’t build my relationship with Gamba through marathon training sessions.
I set an expectation for each behavior that never changed.

Clear expectations… Proper management(preparing the environment for success)… and CONSISTENT CONSISTENCY.

That’s it. That’s the formula.

Most dogs don’t need more time training—they need owners who stop changing the rules.

When you’re consistent, your dog stops guessing. They stop testing. They start trusting you to be who you say you are and
suddenly, the “dream dog” you thought was years away? They’re already there.

Want to learn how to great results with less effort? Click the link in the bio and let’s see how we can help.

The hardest part about having a reactive dog isn’t the lunging or the barking.It’s realizing that everything you’ve been...
11/13/2025

The hardest part about having a reactive dog isn’t the lunging or the barking.

It’s realizing that everything you’ve been told to do - socialize more, comfort them when they’re scared, and let them “work it out” only made things worse.

Sarah LOVES Luna. She did everything “right.” And yet, her dog was falling apart.

The dog park visits. The constant reassurance. The letting her “say hi” to every dog because she didn’t want her to be mean. All of it was backfiring.

Here’s what nobody tells you:
🟨 Your dog doesn’t need more exposure. They need more neutrality.

🟨 They don’t need you to comfort their fear. They need you to lead them through it.

🟨 They do need more freedom, but need to be clear on what’s expected of them to get it.

Love isn’t letting them do whatever they want. Love is managing their environment so they can finally relax.

That’s what we teach at Blackwood Canine. GOOD Management. Clear communication. Consistency.

Because the dogs who seem the “worst”? They’re usually just waiting for someone to give them guidance.

If you’re exhausted from trying everything and your dog is still struggling - it’s not your dog. It’s the approach.

Ready to try something different? Link in bio. Let’s give you and your dog a reset.

11/07/2025

The how-to stop reactivity debate is wonky. Here’s what actually works.

Everyone’s arguing rewards vs corrections, but that’s like asking whether a car needs a gas pedal or brakes. You need BOTH—but in the right order, at the right time.

You can’t correct a dog who doesn’t know what you want… And you can’t treat a dog who’s already over threshold.

The real game? Build the foundation when they’re relaxed, reinforce the right choices at distance, THEN have tools ready when they start to slip.

Reactivity isn’t solved by picking a side—it’s solved by understanding when to use each tool.

Drop a 🔥 if this finally made something click.

11/05/2025

If you could freeze your dog at one age forever, which would it be?

At this point I’ve lost a few and my current group is getting older. They won’t be here forever. Love them like you know it.

Tell the world who you miss… leave their names in the comments. (I’ll start)

What’s someplace you’d like to take your dog but you’re worried? Leave a comment and we will help you create a BEFORE-YO...
11/04/2025

What’s someplace you’d like to take your dog but you’re worried? Leave a comment and we will help you create a BEFORE-YOU-GO -PLAN.

Before you take your dog somewhere new, potentially stressful or exciting, ask yourself these questions…

🟢 What’s the worst thing that could happen?
🟢 How do I prevent it?
🟢 What will I do if it does happen?

10/31/2025

Your dog doesn’t need another “puppy playdate.” They need a plan.

Forced exposure therapy from well-meaning strangers at the dog park is a TERRIBLE idea. Reactive dogs need management, preparation, and controlled reps that actually build confidence and calm.

Avoiding the world doesn’t work, so we want to learn how to control the variables so our dog can succeed instead of spiral.

If you’re done taking advice from people who think “just let them work it out” is a training strategy, it’s time for a real solution.

Link in bio. Let’s get you sorted. . 👆

Tag someone who needs to hear this 👇

10/29/2025

Eff yur plans… we got squirrels to chase!☀️🐿️

There’s no magic 🪄wand that gets a dog “trained.” It’s not a “we checked that box” thing. It’s a RELATIONSHIP. One built...
10/28/2025

There’s no magic 🪄wand that gets a dog “trained.”

It’s not a “we checked that box” thing. It’s a RELATIONSHIP. One built on consistency, clarity, and habits that last.

Your dog is not stubborn or dumb. He just thinks SIT is what you do in the living room when you have treats in your hand...
09/29/2025

Your dog is not stubborn or dumb. He just thinks SIT is what you do in the living room when you have treats in your hand. If it’s out of context, he has no idea what you are talking about.

Wanna fix it, 👉 swipe through, or hit us up, book a call and we’ll schedule some virtual lessons to get you through.

Spent the last couple days working👮‍♂️cop dogs from all over the state 🌲 with 3 amazing people. .k9tz and (Mikayla kep...
09/25/2025

Spent the last couple days working👮‍♂️cop dogs from all over the state 🌲 with 3 amazing people. .k9tz and (Mikayla kept ducking my camera)

Heather, thanks for inviting us to help. Looking forward to doing it again.

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19230 NW Watson Road
Scappoose, OR
97056

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