Shake A Paw Dog Training

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Those treats are right there. What’s a puppy to do?

Learning to resist temptation, think through a situation, and work with their handler are all part of building good training foundations.

Because knowing what to do and being able to do it when something tempting is right in front of you are two different skills.

Real life. Real distractions.

At Shake-a-Paw, we build the foundations that help dogs succeed beyond the training floor.

10/08/2026

Congratulations to our latest Agility Foundations graduates!

Agility isn’t just about getting around the course.

It’s about learning how to communicate with your dog, building confidence, developing focus, and learning how to work together as a team.

These teams have spent the last six weeks building those foundations — and they’re ready to keep going.

Well done to every team. We can’t wait to see where you take it next!

Our next Agility Foundations class starts Sunday, October 18 at 9:00 AM.

Ready to start your agility journey?

Come build the skills that make agility fun — for both ends of the leash.

Link in bio to register

10/08/2026

They did it! 🎓🐾

A big congratulations to our latest Basic Manners graduates!

Six weeks of learning, practising, making mistakes, trying again — and building skills that actually matter in everyday life.

Because good manners aren’t about having a perfect dog.

They’re about having the tools to help your dog make better choices in the real world, with real distractions.

Well done to all of our graduates and their humans. You put in the work, and it shows!

Our next Basic Manners class starts Sunday, October 18 at 9:00 AM.

If you’re ready to build a better foundation with your dog, we’d love to have you join us.

Real life. Real distractions. Real training.

Link to register in bio

10/04/2026

Congratulations to Jimi the Border Terrier, owned by (Kathy Scott) Kathy Scott, for winning last month’s Off-Leash Park Photo Contest! 🐾

Jimi clearly knows how to enjoy his time off leash—and apparently knows how to pose for the camera too!

Kathy, a credit has been added to your account for your next outing at the park. 🎉

📸 Want your dog to be our next featured winner?
Post your favourite off-leash adventure, tag , and you’ll be entered into the next photo contest!

We want to see those muddy paws, happy faces, zoomies and off-leash adventures!

10/01/2026

Stewart: I’m ready.

Everyone else: Still getting organized.

Stewart: I said I’m ready. 😂

09/27/2026

Our first indoor fun match together.

Wicca and I have been on quite a journey, and I’m really happy with the way we’re coming along as a team.

There are good runs, messy runs, things we need to improve—and lots to celebrate along the way.

That’s what I love about dog training. There’s always something new to learn.

09/24/2026

Benson knows how to celebrate! 🎉🐾

His birthday party included a whole crew of dog friends, plenty of room to run, snacks, and of course… birthday cake. 🎂

Our off-leash field isn’t just for training and exercise — it’s also a great place to get the dogs together for a birthday party, playdate, or group outing.

Want to plan your own dog party?

Off-leash field rentals available at Shake-a-Paw Dog Training.

📍 South Mountain, ON
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09/20/2026

Does your dog training look like this?

I’m not against corrections. I’m not a purely positive trainer. But there’s a big difference between a consequence and intimidating your dog.

I want my dogs to understand what I want them to do, not just what I don’t want.

Because training isn’t about making your dog feel bad.

It’s about teaching.

Follow for what to do instead.