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Where's Your Sit is a company that offers professional, in-home pet dog training services for puppies and adult dogs, and group dog training classes.

09/11/2024

Tuesday Rally O classes were super fun! Well done everyone 🐾🥰

09/06/2024

Novice & Advanced Rally Obedience classes starting this Tuesday! Spots are open in both.

Novice Rally O - 5pm
Advanced Rally O - 4pm

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09/05/2024

Some of the Rally O pups at class yesterday. Such a fun group 🥰

08/29/2024

Puppy “Terry” the boxer learning all about dog skills in his lesson. Story, Legend & Bonnie Pockets came along to help!

08/13/2024

Pups Out & About class this evening was a lot of fun! Legend, Blue & Skye learned to navigate new challenges.

08/10/2024

Too cute! Our tracking students love finding humans too!

07/22/2024

Looking to keep your puppy busy? This is my current favourite enrichment toy. There’s little stuffed squirrel balls all with 1 treat under them. It keeps Legend busy - working her brain and dexterity. We switch between this one and a snuffle mat in the mornings so I can get some work done.

07/13/2024

Anyone else that can relate?

07/08/2024

Due to the heat wave a few classes aren't starting until next week now.

We have room in the Adventure Dog class! 6:15pm on Mondays

Our group classes are family friendly and take place in the real world – we want you and your dog to learn how to handle real life situations. Next Class starts: Mondays at 6:15pm. July 15, 2…

07/02/2024

Dog Training for Real Life!

Summer Classes

Pups Out & About starts Monday, July 8 at 5:30pm

Adventure Dog starts Monday, July 8 at 6:15pm

Our Pups Out & About and Adventure Dog programs run once per week for 4 weeks. Our class is held in a new location each week so you and your dog learn to navigate different distractions and polish up obedience skills. Classes are fun, positive reinforcement based and every week is different!

Disc Dog starts Thursday, July 11 at 3pm

Want to learn to play frisbee (disc) with your dog. This class is open to dogs/handlers of all levels. We have 1 spot left in this group.

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Where's Your Sit offers professional, in home pet dog training services for puppies and adult dogs, group dog training classes and behaviour consultations. We serve Nanaimo, British Columbia and surrounding area. All of our training will give you results in real life environments including your home...

06/18/2024

DISC DOG CLASSES

Starting July 11 at 3pm

Details here: https://wheresyoursit.com/services/disc-dog/

*Your dog must be off leash reliable for this class

06/13/2024

My litter of puppies working on their crate training.

To start we feed all meals in the crates plus special treats like bones. I open the crate doors BEFORE the puppies are finished so there’s no feeling of being trapped. The crates have also been in their puppy pen without doors for weeks. This makes the crates feel like a safe and good place.

Remember to go slow and keep things positive for your puppy!

06/04/2024

SUMMER CLASSES

Tracking
Advanced - 8am - July 6, 13, 20 & 27
Advanced - 9am - July 8, 15, 22 & 29
$185 for 4 weeks

Please contact to wait list for Introduction to Tracking which will be offered in the Fall. Classes held in rotating locations around Nanaimo.

Rally Obedience (CARO Signs)
Novice - 5pm - July 2, 9, 16 & 23
Advanced - 4pm - July 2, 9, 16 & 23
$175 for 4 weeks
Classes held in the north end of Nanaimo near Uplands

Pet Dog Training
Pups Out & About - 5:30pm - July 8, 15, 22 & 29
Adventure Dog - 6:15pm - July 8, 15, 22 & 29
$175 for 4 weeks
Classes held in rotating locations around Nanaimo.

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05/31/2024

Super important tips!

Your dog trainer can also help you find the right puppy. Don’t be too shy to ask!

05/17/2024

🥜The peanut butter stuffed Kong continues to be one of the most popular daily dog treats. It can take up a large part of your dog's overall calories without providing the benefits that fresh food contributes.

Peanut butter sticks on your dog's teeth (not great for oral health) and if you leave them in a crate or pen they are probably going to be thirsty and need a lot of water after! Not the best idea if they aren't going to be able to relieve themselves for awhile.

This photo shows actual amounts of fresh food that your dog could have over a week -the same amount of calories as 1 TBS x 7 days. (Keep in mind many people put more than just 1 TBSP in the kong each time)!

This one change in your routine could make such a positive impact on your dog's health!

The foods here are chicken breast, ground beef, eggs, broccoli, blueberries, plain applesauce, plain yogurt.

They'd receive:

🍗🥚high quality protein,
🥦antioxidants for cancer protection,
🍎pre and probiotics for healthy gut function.

If you want to stuff a food puzzle 🧩 why not try swapping PB out with plain yogurt, pumpkin, applesauce or various dog friendly baby food blends - freeze them to last longer. Blend yogurt with some berries or mix yogurt with some plain pumpkin. Many of the fresh foods in the pic can be mixed and put in a puzzle!

*calories are based on 🥜 that is 95 calories per TBSP.

05/17/2024

𝗔𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄, 𝗜 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗴𝘀!

Here are some things to consider as your dog ages:

➡️ There is no need to restrict protein unless there is a medical condition. As your dog ages you may notice a decrease in lean body mass and high quality protein (essential amino acids) is important for tissue repair, immune system support and stress response. Personalized diets help ensure protein/amino acid requirements are met even when calorie requirements may decrease.

➡️ Consider proactive supplements like CoQ10, Vitamin E, B complex and glucosamine/chondroitin products combined with a nutrient dense diet

➡️It’s critical your dog’s diet meets their nutrient requirements, many reserves may be depleted if their diet hasn’t been optimal.

➡️If you find you need to cut their food back quite a bit or they gain weight- remember less food equals less nutrients. Look for a food that has fewer calories, but still has quality protein.

➡️Cruciferous veggies like broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbages and berries such as blueberries, blackberries and raspberries contain various phytonutrients to help boost your senior’s diet.

➡️ IF their diet is balanced, AND they're getting fresh foods and supps mentioned above, then look at additions like mushrooms, turmeric paste, decaf green tea, and/or bone broth on a case by case basis. These are extras to help with inflammation and for immune/cancer support, cognitive and joint support.

➡️Increase vet visits (blood work and urinalysis) to semi annually so you can catch any minor problems before they escalate.

➡️Ensure your dog is trim and keep them active. Instead of one long walk per day, consider splitting it up into multiple walks.

🌳Let them sniff!

🧩Change up where you walk, feed some of their meals in puzzles (if they don't get frustrated) teach them a new trick. We can get a bit complacent because they sleep more and seem content - but mental stimulation is so important for their cognitive health!

05/17/2024

There's still 1 spot left in Advanced Rally O and 2 spots left in Novice Rally O starting this Tuesday!

https://wheresyoursit.com/rallyo/

04/26/2024

May Classes! It's the best of the time to train!

Pups Out & About - 5:30pm, May 27, June 3, 10 & 17
Adventure Dog - 6:15pm, May 27, June 3, 10 & 17

Advanced Tracking - 6pm, May 9, 16, 23 and 30
Advanced Tracking - 10am, May 13, 27, June 3 and 10. No class on May 20.

Novice Rally O - 5pm, May 21, 28, June 4 & 11
Advanced Rally O - 4pm, May 21, 28, June 4 & 11

Information about each class, cost and registration can be found on our website:

04/25/2024

A great treat option!

The humble apple is often overshadowed by berries 🫐 and exotic fruits 🍉🥭 but don’t dismiss this nutritious fruit!

🍎Apples are easy to find and reasonably priced.

🍏Apples are rich in pectin, which is a soluble fiber that offers prebiotic benefits.

🍎These fibers increase butyrate, a short chain fatty acid that helps promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

🍏Apples are high in polyphenols that protect the body from oxidative stress.

🍎 Organic apples have a more diverse microbiota than conventional apples.

🍎🍏Don't think your dog likes apples? There are many varieties of apples and just like us, they may prefer a certain variety- perhaps it was too tart? Try one of the sweeter varieties like honeycrisp, gala or golden delicious.

Remember – because they are fairly high in fiber, start with just a small treat size amount. Remember to remove the core/seeds. 🐾

🍎Is your dog a fan of apples?

04/19/2024

There's still a few spots left in Pups Out & About and Adventure Dog both starting next Tuesday!

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04/16/2024

Fable’s puppies have arrived! They were born while I was away judging at the Up Dog International Finals so I’ve named them after different Up Dog games.

08/15/2023

08/04/2023

AUGUST DOG TRAINING CLASSES

Our fun, real life experiences classes are open for registration.
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Pups Out & About

Wednesdays at 6pm. August 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Do you have a brand new puppy or dog? We have a great beginner class for your dog that includes obedience training, environmental exploration and how to handle distractions. This 4 week program takes you to a new location each week! Each class is 45 minutes long.

Cost: $175.00
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Adventure Dog Program

Wednesdays at 6:45pm. August 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Classes are 45 minutes in length. New location each week!

Our focus is on effective training that will have your dog responding to you in busy and distracting environments. Dogs will learn to recall, walk politely on leash, follow basic cues like sit, down and leave it as well as manners, appropriate greetings and off leash reliability. Beginner to advanced obedience skills are integrated so there’s no limit to what your dog can learn.

Dogs of all ages and training levels are welcome. Please note this class is not suitable for dogs with reactivity or aggression issues. We have other programs available for dogs with those behaviour concerns.

4 Week Program: $175.00
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Where's Your Sit is a company that offers professional, in-home pet dog training services for puppie

08/03/2023

This is an excellent class friends. Sign up if you want a fun, confidence building activity to do with your pup. Both Story and Frankie Pickles love it!

Beginner Nosework begins Aug 15th at 730pm. Suitable for all ages from puppies to seniors. Reactive friendly!

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My litter of puppies working on their crate training. To start we feed all meals in the crates plus special treats like bones. I open the crate doors BEFORE the puppies are finished so there’s no feeling of being trapped. The crates have also been in their puppy pen without doors for weeks. This makes the crates feel like a safe and good place. Remember to go slow and keep things positive for your puppy!

My Halloween Protocol Even with 5 dogs I love handing out candy. So here I am in my Care Bear costume doing a scatter feed and then I can answer the door. I have a baby gate that keeps the dogs safe from the doorway. Navy is medicated as there’s some fireworks and she struggled with a noise phobia. I would recommend speaking with your Vet if your dog struggles with it as well. This makes for a fun and peaceful Halloween.

Gibson (Story’s son) is sleeping over tonight. Here’s an example of feeding all 6 dogs safely. If I had any big concerns I would put those dogs away before meal prep. Gibson is crate trained well so that made this process seamless. Our living peacefully with multiple dogs course (Legion of Dogs) includes all sorts of skills you can teach your dogs to make all types of situations easier including dog visitors.

Any dog can learn to play! Here’s Frankie Pickles at 16 weeks old playing and starting to retrieve! We play using a roller throw so there’s no impact on those little joints from jumping.

Frankie Pickles is learning to go for walks with mentor Remo. She learned about flags, walking past people and cars and watched Remo get his nails trimmed at our Groomers salon.

I took the Aussies to Pooch Pool School today. They had so much fun swimming! This is a great way to beat the heat and provide low impact exercise for your dog. I highly recommend it!

When your dog trains your other dog

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Welcome to Where’s Your Sit?

Where’s Your Sit offers professional, in home pet dog training services for puppies and adult dogs, group dog training classes and behaviour consultations. We serve Nanaimo, British Columbia and surrounding area.

All of our training will give you results in real life environments including your home, dog parks and out for a walk in the neighbourhood. We specialize in fearful and aggressive dogs; but work with dogs all age, temperaments and breeds.

Want a well-behaved, calm companion who’s a pleasure to live with? We can help!

Convenience. One on one service in your home with flexible scheduling.