Dogsession Behaviour & Training

03/06/2021

TV shows have the power to influence how dog guardians view their dog’s behaviour and what training method they will use to solve problem behaviours.

04/01/2020

A reminder, in this unique time leave your dog (s) alone for at least a few minutes every few days if you can. Check the mail, go for a drive, or even putter in the yard. This will prepare your dog for when they are home for longer periods in the future and prevent some separation anxiety behaviours.

03/20/2020

"Dog trainers everywhere are very concerned about puppies right now. We constantly stress the critical nature of puppy socialization and recommend a wealth of activities that involve close contact with a whole range of people and places, including group puppy class. And time is of the essence. The window for puppy socialization starts to close around 12–16 weeks of age. We simply cannot wait."

How can puppies receive proper socialization during this time of almost complete social isolation?

11/15/2019

https://vetpracticemag.com.au/pet-professionals-call-for-dog-training-industry-overhaul/?fbclid=IwAR2_lBmeXt5rx5ltAWbCoryiZiJ5sUN1RqVT73j3GeqHc6EAS21HmeE3QQk

Science shows a positive, reward-based approach to dog training is best, say Australia’s leading pet training organisations.  The Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT) and Pet Professionals Guild Australia (PPGA) have joined forces to promote the use of humane, positive reinforcement m...

10/18/2019

Dogsession has a new human trainer in training ;)

We unexpectedly welcomed Kaliana Elizabeth Craigen at 5:51 am on October 10th by emergency c-section. She was 7.5 weeks early, due December 1. She weighed in at 4 pounds 5 ounces.

Bryan and I were surprised, but are overjoyed with her arrival. It will be a bit of a journey while she is in hospital, but she is doing well.

At this time I am recovering from the c-section and am not able to drive. Dogsession will taking a small break, and stay tuned for more posts and updates. I will have a trainer set up to refer to if you need any assistance.

I will be taking appointments in the New Year.

I am not sure when Kaliana will be coming home, but will post updates as they happen. Right now I am spending a lot of time at the hospital.

Thank you all for your support.

09/27/2019

Congratulations to the graduates of Proud Puppy Class!

These sisters were all adopted from Rosier Days Dog Rescue Society and I must say they are smart cookies! Keep practicing your skills and socializing!

Willow, Annie, and Nova are stars, keep an eye out for my post later this weekend of them showing off!!

09/26/2019

Saw these words of wisdom this morning:

Before asking your dog to be in control of their behaviour 100% of the time, ask yourself if you can‼️

09/21/2019

THIS HAPPENED IN CALGARY!!!

Costco is under fire from dog lovers for continuing to sell pet jerky treats from China, despite being warned by an owner whose veterinarian believes treats purchased there killed her Yorkshire terrier puppy.

09/16/2019