We've all been part of or observed those famed internet arguments, the ones that might start off civilized and end up taking a deep dive into full on aggression. It's really easy to get sucked into these "conversations", especially when the topic of debate is something...

There’s a great divide in the dog world right now (at least in my area), between dog walkers and dog trainers. But… why? In this article, we’re going to discuss the purpose of each profession, where the line in the sand lays between them, and what we can do as a commun...

In my journey to becoming a dog trainer, I am continually learning and growing. I consider myself lucky to have fallen in with a group of people that have showed me the way of positive reinforcement training. There is a lot of information out there on what this particu...

Raise your paw if you hate your harness...

About 75% of the dogs I walk wear a harness or other walking aid (like a Halti Headcollar). About half of those dogs shy away from the collar, or even RUN away from it. And we say "Oh come on, once you get it on your fine!" or...

Not every dog walker out there is the right fit for you and your pup. There are so many different personalities, methodologies, procedures, and policies. It can be a little overwhelming when you type “Toronto Dog Walker” into Google.

To make things a little easier for y...

Having a confident canine companion can change your life.

Seriously.

We work daily with dogs that are working on their confidence. Every dog has a different history, a different personality, and a different biology that contributes to their confidence levels.

Why is this...

It’s the end of playtime at the park. You’re calling your dogs over to get leashed up and go. But there’s that ONE that just won’t come. You try treats, squeaky toys, tennis balls, ignoring them, and finally, you have to ask everybody else in the park to help you herd...

Bringing your dog to an off-leash dog park can be a great way for them to exercise and socialize. Dogs (most of them anyway) were made to run! Having a nearby off-leash park is a great asset to a community. When you visit a dog park though, you should be aware of a few...