Tough Paws

Tough Paws A dog training service that offers so much more for your best friend.

12/23/2024

Just a reminder as well for the holiday season, Christmas time averages to have the most dog bite incidents.
More particularly with children and other dogs.
I encourage you to educate your children and never to leave your dog unattended at a Christmas party or family gathering.
All the best wishes to you and all of your furry friends. Stay safe!

12/23/2024

It’s the holiday season, so there are new opportunities coming back up with Tough Paws.
Until January 5th I will be taking submissions for clients, dog and owner alike.
There are going to be qualifications I’m looking for in my clients, to prove the safest and most productive sessions.
I’ve come up with a new idea I will be calling “Snootcamp.”
If you are interested, this group will depend on many details. However, the general ideas consist of:
• Different training days such as owner-focused, dog-focused, and general informative classes
• A configured plan to suit each dog’s needs who have been accepted into the program
• Attendance caps will be 3 clients max per class, can be lowered depending on the dogs
• 2 separate grades, high-energy and low-energy
• Charge free classes! This will be going towards earning my final training certificate
• Graduation and featuring on my page per dog
• PS… you don’t have to bring your dog! Some classes are simply educational
Message me on Messenger or text (250)-203-7749 to ask questions and/or submit an application!
Merry Christmas everyone!

🐾Today’s Lesson: Debunking the Alpha Theory‼️The alpha or dominance theory was developed in the 1930s by Rudolph Schenke...
02/09/2024

🐾Today’s Lesson: Debunking the Alpha Theory

‼️The alpha or dominance theory was developed in the 1930s by Rudolph Schenkel, a Swiss scientist. However, not long after this study was released to the public, Rudolph himself debunked his own theory. The wolves he studied were in captivity and were not performing naturally. He saw his own errors, but not before dominance theory spread worldwide. Some misinformed dog trainers still refer to this theory.

🦴Wild wolves have a pack order, but it is not from being dominant or submissive. It is out of respect and value. Some people often confuse an anxious dog with a “submissive dog” or a confident dog with “dominance.”

💕For example- have you ever noticed that when one person holds the leash, the dog in question might be on their best behaviour; but once you hand the leash to another person, all of that bliss goes out the window? That is a lack of respect and value for the second person.

🐕Owning and training a dog isn’t about being submissive or dominant. Alpha theory techniques often end up with a fearful dog, but it is seen as successful. Why? Anxiety is confused with submission.

✍️Remember to advocate for your dog and never force them to do something. Make them feel like they are making all of their own decisions.

02/08/2024

6 months ago I found a passion for everything DOG!! I decided to become a dog trainer after working at a pet store. I’ve learned so much since then through schooling and experience.
My dog, Odin, has enjoyed this journey just as much as I have. In half a year we built a bond that became much more than just “the family dog.”
Here is some of our progress, so give it up for 7 year old GSD Odin.
🫶🐾🦴

🐾Today’s Lesson: Extinction of Behaviors‼️The term “extinction” is used when a dog hasn’t been trained a behavior consis...
02/06/2024

🐾Today’s Lesson: Extinction of Behaviors

‼️The term “extinction” is used when a dog hasn’t been trained a behavior consistently, therefore forgetting the action or cue.

🦴Some owners confuse extinction with obstinance. The dog simply needs to relearn what you want them to do; they don’t understand anger.

💕Reinforcement is very important, hence why I always quote that learning doesn’t stop at maturity. Ending overall training will cause extinction.

🐕Make training fun for the both of you and don’t ever stop encouraging wanted behaviors.

🐾Today’s Lesson: What is Learned Helplessness?‼️Learned helplessness is a condition found in dogs who have experienced h...
02/05/2024

🐾Today’s Lesson: What is Learned Helplessness?

‼️Learned helplessness is a condition found in dogs who have experienced high amounts of stress in life. However this condition only occurs when a dog’s stress signals and communication have been ignored for long periods of time.

🦴After being dismissed for so long, the dog will show no signs of stress at all. They have learned that these are not effective to get them away.

💕This condition is dangerous for dogs because they cannot properly display boundaries and will get overwhelmed. They act on instinct to defend themselves by then.

🐕Take the time to figure out your dog’s body language and respect their boundaries. Always.

01/28/2024

Hello everyone! I have a very quick announcement to make.
Tough Paws services training, sitting and walking will be unavailable until I have finished my courses. I will announce the re-opening for these services ASAP.
Treats and kibble are still in the works however, feel free to make a custom order or ask what’s in stock!
Thank you to everybody who’s helped my business grow and reach a broad audience, I hope to get back to work soon.
🐾💜🐾💜

Check out Odin’s new patch vest! 🐾 Odin isn’t aggressive at all, simply reactive, and neither of us appreciate strange p...
01/17/2024

Check out Odin’s new patch vest! 🐾
Odin isn’t aggressive at all, simply reactive, and neither of us appreciate strange people or dogs coming up to us.
His two patches say “IN TRAINING” and “DO NOT PET” to keep him safe and comfortable during his training sessions. 💜🦴

The first few orders for new years are ready to go! For the future release of my own branded kibble, I will be handing o...
01/06/2024

The first few orders for new years are ready to go! For the future release of my own branded kibble, I will be handing out free samples with every treat/gift order until I get my technique perfect. Stay updated!

Dog treat pre-orders are open again! Pumpkin has been a fan favourite since the start, so there’s plenty to go around. I...
01/02/2024

Dog treat pre-orders are open again! Pumpkin has been a fan favourite since the start, so there’s plenty to go around.
If you’re interested in other flavours too, shoot me a DM!

12/28/2023

Being a dog trainer in school with a dog = Always doing training sessions 🥰🐾
Odin is nearly 7 years old and still learns new tricks every week; he enjoys showing off too ❤️

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6 months ago I found a passion for everything DOG!! I decided to become a dog trainer after working at a pet store. I’ve learned so much since then through schooling and experience. My dog, Odin, has enjoyed this journey just as much as I have. In half a year we built a bond that became much more than just “the family dog.” Here is some of our progress, so give it up for 7 year old GSD Odin. 🫶🐾🦴

Being a dog trainer in school with a dog = Always doing training sessions 🥰🐾 Odin is nearly 7 years old and still learns new tricks every week; he enjoys showing off too ❤️

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