AYM Dog Training

AYM Dog Training Muskoka's In-home, Private Puppy Training

05/26/2026

1 hour of setting up compressed in 1 minute!

Mindful Mutts is definitely a labour of love but when I see those happy panting dogs leave, it’s all worth it!

You can see the bigger activities set up here but the fun is in the details. Each little treat is wrapped, hidden, and rolled into a fun puzzle for your dog. Opportunities to rip, sniff, shred, and dig.

Stay tuned for the next Mindful Mutts date 🐶

05/05/2026

Just because a lot of dogs struggle during storms doesn’t make it normal, and it definitely isn’t something they should have to live with. 🌩️

Storm phobias are rooted in fear and anxiety, not “bad behaviour.” If your dog is showing signs like restlessness, panting, hiding, trembling, or trying to escape, they’re not just “being dramatic”.

Through thoughtful noise desensitization and counterconditioning, many dogs can learn that storms aren’t something to fear. Progress takes time and consistency, but a calmer, more comfortable dog is absolutely possible.

Does your dog have a stork phobia?

04/29/2026

We (my husband and I) found Darla on the Toronto Animal Services website and were *obviously* pretty smitten with her, so we reached out but there had been so much interest in her they were sure she’d be adopted by the end of the day. They told me that if she *by chance* didn’t get adopted then she would get posted again.

A couple days later and I see that cute little puppy named Stella pop up again, I immediately reach out and they told me that all the potential adopters backed out because she had diarrhea. I told them I was a veterinary technician and wasn’t worried about a little bit of diarrhea since she was negative for Parvovirus.

The next day we were driving down to Toronto Animal Services and the rest is history.

Darla came into our lives very quickly and there were plenty of moments when I regretted bringing her home - the puppy blues are real ya’ll. But everything happens for a reason; she has helped us through loss, she’s made me a better trainer and dog mom, and she brings so much endless joy into our lives. I wouldn’t change our story or her for the world!

🌸🐾 SPRING BARK & BOND: BINGO EDITION 🐾🌸I’ve posted your bingo card with all the fun challenges to get you and your pup m...
04/21/2026

🌸🐾 SPRING BARK & BOND: BINGO EDITION 🐾🌸

I’ve posted your bingo card with all the fun challenges to get you and your pup moving, learning, and bonding this season 🌷

How it works:
• Complete as many (or as few!) squares as you’d like
• You can do multiple in a day or spread them out — totally up to you
• Each completed square = 1 entry

To enter:
Share your challenge on your Instagram story or post (don’t forget to tag me!) so I can see and count your entries

🎁 The prize? A spring-themed surprise you won’t want to miss… stay tuned

Winner will be randomly selected on April 28th

Let’s make this spring all about connection, confidence, and FUN with your dog 💛🐶

Ready… set… BINGO! 🎯

04/09/2026

A sneak peak into what some of my days look like!

I have a hard time bringing my phone out during lessons as I want my clients to have my full undivided attention but sometimes I can sneak a quick clip in!

Yesterday the sun was shining and the dogs were adorable (as per usual).

One of my favourite things about my career is that no 2 days or even 2 weeks look the same! Grateful to have my days filled with wagging tails, fuzzy faces, and dedicated owners — in the training and veterinary world 🖤

03/25/2026

Your reminder that play isn’t something that should be earned! It is a crucial part of your dog’s training, happiness, and well being.

Zeke starts his reactivity lessons with play to burn some energy and decrease anxiety.

What’s your dog’s favourite form of play?

03/24/2026

Crate training shouldn’t end after puppyhood.

Crating your adult dog doesn’t mean they’re “bad” or can’t be trusted alone. Darla absolutely can be trusted — but I still choose to crate her when we’re not home, and here’s why:

My cat deserves peace.
I’d hate for Darla to bug him while we’re gone… and honestly, the reverse is true too — he can be a bit of a bully. They could fight over food, play too rough, or just annoy each other. It also makes life a lot easier if we ever bring another dog into the home one day.

Accidents happen — more often than people think.
Working as a vet tech in the ER, I’ve seen it all. Dogs turning the stove or oven on, getting into the garbage, chewing wires, eating foreign objects… the list goes on. No one expects an accident until it happens.

It keeps them ready for real life.
If Darla ever needs to be exercise restricted, hospitalized, or crated at the vet, she’ll already be comfortable with it. And lately, as Darla has been dealing with some back pain, her crate has actually become one of her favourite spots. Sometimes she struggles to settle comfortably around the house, but her crate always seems to bring her security and comfort.

A crate shouldn’t be a punishment.
When introduced properly, it can be a safe, calm space your dog genuinely enjoys.

03/19/2026

Hot take: I don’t teach a “gentle” cue.

Instead, I teach bite inhibition.

Because here’s the question I always ask owners:
Would you rather your dog take food from your hand gently only when you ask… or automatically every single time?

A “gentle” cue means your dog still has the ability to grab roughly*— you’re just reminding them not to in that moment.

Teaching bite inhibition means your dog learns from the start how to control the pressure of their mouth. They learn that using their mouth too hard makes the fun stop.

It creates dogs who naturally:
• take treats softly
• play with appropriate mouth pressure
• are safer around hands, kids, and other animals

No reminder needed.

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