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The four reasons our dogs misbehave

1. Lack of understanding

Some communication is so unclear that it is a miracle that dogs are able to meet any of our requests!

Sometimes they simply have no clue what we want of them.

And generally we keep asking the same thing, only with a louder voice, and more forceful actions, not realizing that the explanation needs [...]

Crate Training FAQ

Crates are a useful addition to any dog owning household. Whether you are at home, in the car or on vacation, a crate will make life easier for both you and your dog.

1. What type of crate should I buy for my dog?

Crates can be made from wood, metal or plastic, and the choice of [...]

Group dog training class in Sooke

West Coast Dog Training and It's Over Rover are teaming up!

This class is for you and your dog to learn the skills to lead a happy partnership.

They'll be going through all the basic obedience — sit, down, come, stay, bolting and much more.

This training will teach your dog to pay attention to you and help [...]

Dog training – positive reinforcement or not?

by Monique Anstee of The Naughty Dogge

Just recently I was asked a question that is incredibly simple, yet completely baffled me. The question was “what method do you use to train dogs?”. While the simple and somewhat accurate answer would have been positive reinforcement, this answer is so incredibly short of the truth.

Using positive [...]

Learn to say “NO!” to your dog

I admit it – Lewis is 5 now and we’re still working on the “greeting people at the door” thing. He goes insane, grabs his stuffed Elmo or couch cushions, runs around in circles, jumps on people, barks, humps the cat … you name it, he does it. Amusing but it’s getting tiring apologizing, [...]

How to prevent and control leash pulling

Whether you’re training a puppy or an older dog that you have adopted, you will find that a big part of this is making sure that he does not pull on his leash while you are out walking! A dog that pulls on their leash unexpectedly can suddenly take the leash out of your hand, [...]

World-renowned dog trainer Terry Ryan coming to Victoria

Ever wonder what your dog is thinking?

Delve into their mind in the company of world-renowned expert, Terry Ryan. This special two-day event is an opportunity to learn from a pioneer of positive dog training.

Attend one or all of these weekend events and find new ways to work with your dog.

Friday evening talk: [...]

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