Smart Dogs Canine Training

Smart Dogs Canine Training Dog Training in Milton - Private and Group Lessons
Behaviour, Obedience, Virtual Sessions Dog Training in Milton Ontario, Halton Region and surrounding areas.

Private lessons, group lessons, virtual sessions, online courses and problem solving available. Puppy training, basic dog obedience, advanced dog obedience, rally-o, bootcamp training.

Happy Halloween to all the kiddies out Trick Or Treating tonight! Stay safe and have fun! 🎃 #🎃
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween to all the kiddies out Trick Or Treating tonight! Stay safe and have fun! 🎃

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There is a trend occurring right now to take your dog everywhere with you. Dogs on patios, dogs in stores, dogs at event...
10/24/2025

There is a trend occurring right now to take your dog everywhere with you. Dogs on patios, dogs in stores, dogs at events where they would never have been included prior, dogs in places they would have never been allow before. For some training and socialization at certain points and in certain places I think it’s great. Beyond that, I’m not a fan. Every now and then maybe, or for those specific dogs who actually enjoy doing these things and ARE well behaved, fine. But that’s not the case for most. A rather large portion of dogs that I see dragged around all over the place are not trained properly to be in these scenarios. And a very large portion of them are not enjoying the experience. Most people miss out on the body language and subtle cues that dogs display that tell you this. Sometimes these cues are not so subtle and yet people either continue to miss them or flat out ignore them. Many of the times dogs would be happier left at home, in the environment that is comfortable to them. It’s keeps them out of trouble, especially if they are not trained or socialized to tolerate these outings. Much of the time dragging your dog along is completely unnecessary. For those who insist on it, make sure that you step back and observe your dog. Are they actually enjoying the experience? Are they calm and relaxed? Are they stressed or nervous? Are they over stimulated and very vocal? Are they trying to hide, tail tucked, heavy panting? Are they outgoing and social or are they anxious? Are they trained to tolerate these situations? Or are they out of control and putting themselves and others in danger? Most dogs would prefer a “dog type” outing over a more human centred outing - hiking, playing in a field, training, a walk with friends, a dog beach, etc. and they would be ecstatic to join you on that. Please do your dog a favour and really seek to find out if they enjoy being dragged around. Please do others a favour and ensure that your dog is trained and well behaved in these situations. A dog would likely take a hike over a pint at the pub any day, so think about that next time you decide to drag your dog out with you.

Training takes time. There is no overnight success with a dog or success without putting in the work. A dog is a living,...
10/22/2025

Training takes time. There is no overnight success with a dog or success without putting in the work. A dog is a living, breathing creature with a mind of their own, we cannot just program them like a robot. Different dogs also learn at different rates, different drives will present different challenges and different temperaments need to be taken into consideration. The other end of the leash must be taken into consideration as well. People take time to learn … and unlearn. Habits can be hard to break. Changing a dog requires some change on your part as well.

A massive thank you to my clients, friends and family for taking the time to vote! I sincerely appreciate your support a...
10/16/2025

A massive thank you to my clients, friends and family for taking the time to vote! I sincerely appreciate your support and kindness, we wouldn’t be here today without you. ❤️ I have met so many amazing people and dogs over the 15 plus years that Smart Dogs Canine Training has been in business and I am truly grateful for every single one.
Thank you! Have a wonderful day!

Small adjustments to your walking habits and equipment can make a massive difference in if your dog pays attention to yo...
10/15/2025

Small adjustments to your walking habits and equipment can make a massive difference in if your dog pays attention to you or not outside. The addition of turns and stops, as well as appropriately timed praise and reward builds connection and puts some responsibility on the dog to pay attention to you rather than hyper fixate on the world around them. Clear rules and boundaries on your walks, as well as clear free time and relaxation allows you to build a more confident dog and a more stress free walk.

The tenacity of terriers … for fun, I asked AI. I’m ok with the response, it’s pretty fitting. What “tenacity” means for...
10/07/2025

The tenacity of terriers … for fun, I asked AI. I’m ok with the response, it’s pretty fitting.

What “tenacity” means for a terrier:
Fearlessness and Courage: Terriers were bred to confront and fight prey that often fought back. This means they are inherently brave and will tackle challenges head-on, regardless of their size.
Strong Prey Drive: They possess a powerful instinct to chase and hunt, which can manifest as a love for games like fetch or an interest in pursuing squirrels and other small animals.
Intelligence and Determination: Terriers are sharp-minded and strategic. They have the grit and intelligence to pursue a quarry and are known for their determined pursuit of goals, whether hunting or playing.
Independence and Willfulness: Their strong will and independent nature, a product of their working heritage, can be seen as stubbornness if not managed with consistent, suitable training methods.
Digging and Chasing Instincts: The classic terrier instinct is to dig and burrow, stemming from their work in rodent burrows. They thrive on activities that let them chase and dig.

Basic Classes starting again soon!✅Classes are kept small for optimum individual attention in a fun and welcoming enviro...
10/03/2025

Basic Classes starting again soon!
✅Classes are kept small for optimum individual attention in a fun and welcoming environment.
✅All ages of dogs welcome once shots are completed.
✅Conveniently located in downtown Milton, you and your dog will learn to work together as a team building on their skills and socialization.
Contact us if you want to build a new relationship with your dog and communicate better. Check out our website or send us a message for more details.

It’s ok to take your time on a walk with your new puppy. It’s ok to let them pause and take in the sights and sounds. It...
09/30/2025

It’s ok to take your time on a walk with your new puppy. It’s ok to let them pause and take in the sights and sounds. It’s ok not to make it around the block or neighbourhood. It’s ok to just hang out on your porch or driveway and let them experience the world. Remember when you get a new puppy your world is much different from the one that they were raised in. It takes a bit of time for them to adjust and gain confidence, and that’s ok. Patience and consistency, building confidence and good habits are what we should focus on, not perfect walking or perfect obedience. It’s ok to take your time with your puppy. It’s ok to stop and smell the flowers.

Out of sight stays on a gorgeous September evening.Out of sight stays are a fantastic goal to work up to with your dog. ...
09/29/2025

Out of sight stays on a gorgeous September evening.

Out of sight stays are a fantastic goal to work up to with your dog. They are a great confidence builder. They can help teach dogs with separation anxiety that it’s ok to be away from you. They teach good impulse control.

How to start:

✅Teach and reinforce stay in a quiet environment
✅Build on distance, duration and distraction per your dogs abilities
✅Make distractions more complex or the environment more complex once you see fluency
✅Back to a quiet environment start to use corners or furniture to get out of the line of sight, but not too far or too long
✅Be sure to have a partner, mirror or camera set up so that you can see if/when the dog gets up
✅Mark and address immediately any incorrection action by the dog
✅Return and reward if they do well, and disappear again
✅Initial training should have quick disappearances and build time when dog shows understanding/more confidence
✅Don’t make your returns super exciting, a calm good/reward or calm release is best so they don’t anticipate an exciting return
✅Once the dog is doing well indoors, grab a long line and try it out at a school or other quiet place where you can tuck around corners
✅Add complexity per your dog - time away, distance you move and distractions around
✅Always remember it’s ok for both you and your dog to make mistakes, that’s how we all learn.

Why not give it a try with your dog? Let us know if you do, we always love to hear about training wins!

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09/27/2025

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Is it time to make a change? Are you frustrated with your dogs behaviour? Do you want a better relationship with your canine companion?

We can help! Smart Dogs Canine Training in Milton provides real life, success oriented dog training that is easy to follow, translates well to the whole family and encourages healthy relationships with a balanced approach to training your dog. We offer a thorough understanding of dog behaviour, and are committed to our clients success. From group classes, to private training, puppy training, adult dog training, and behavioural adjustments, we offer something for everyone and encourage practice and exercise for the benefit of both dog and owner.

Smart Dogs Canine Training in Milton, Burlington, and Acton will help you achieve the stable, well balanced canine companion that you've always wanted. Our goal is your success, not to sell you class after class with no results. With families in mind, our priority is to help make your dog easier to live with, more responsive and better behaved.

REMEMBER: training isn't about being perfect. It's about building a better relationship, vocabulary and having fun. Training doesn't have to be boring, or tedious work. A few minutes a day, with reward, play, proper direction and clear communication of YES and NO will make your sessions much more enjoyable. Throw that into real life situations, and you've got yourself a well behaved dog that enjoys learning.