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Training Outside – Why?

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Where's Your Sit?

I chose a long time ago to stop teaching in indoor settings (for puppy and pet obedience classes). Teaching outdoors in the community is hard but the benefit is HUGE. When we teach our dogs how to focus and listen … Continue reading →

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The Value of Dog Sports

Posted on October 21, 2022 by Where's Your Sit?

The majority of the clients I see, want to have a well behaved pet dog that they can take anywhere. They’re sometimes surprised when I encourage them to explore the world of dog sports as a means to achieve their … Continue reading →

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The Most Common Complaints – Addressed!

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Where's Your Sit?

It’s not uncommon for pet owners to reach out to me about feeling frustrated and they usually have a laundry list of complaints about their pet that includes: Chewing Digging Counter Surfing Barking Jumping Up Mouthing/Nipping Pulling on Leash Not … Continue reading →

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Living with Cats & Dogs

Posted on December 11, 2019 by Where's Your Sit?

Introducing cats to a dog centric home isn’t easy and well to be honest always possible. If your dog has a really high prey drive (or even a moderate prey drive) you should probably just pass on having them together. … Continue reading →

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How to Successfully Adopt a Dog

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Where's Your Sit?

We recently adopted Remo, an 11 year old Chihuahua from BC Chihuahua Rescue. This adoption has been nothing but joy for your family – the way you envision it going when you add a new dog into your life. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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My Neighbourhood: A Recipe for Dog Disaster!

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Where's Your Sit?

Every day I take my German Shorthaired Pointer out for a private one on one walk. He enjoys the obedience work we do and it gives him a chance for some private time with me. He also has a few … Continue reading →

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Training Doggy Play Skills

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Where's Your Sit?

Since getting my new puppy I’ve spent a great deal of time on training her to have great skills with other dogs. A lot of families think this means to take their new puppy to puppy socials, daycare or play … Continue reading →

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Loose Leash Walking – I’m in Charge Right?

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Where's Your Sit?

There’s this common prevalent myth that if your dog walks nicely on leash then you are the leader and all behaviour problems will disappear. I don’t know WHY people believe this but they do. Loose leash walking is incredibly important … Continue reading →

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The First Thing I Teach A Dog

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Where's Your Sit?

Whether it’s a puppy or an adult dog there’s one common thing that I teach them first. This is pretty much the most important foundation skill. And now that we’ve had all this build up: I teach them their name … Continue reading →

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Outnumbered!

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Where's Your Sit?

Yesterday, I had a friend post a Facebook video about what is proper etiquette when walking dogs. She had three with her and struggled to pass a person with one dog who wouldn’t move out of the way. While I … Continue reading →

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