Paw In Hand

Dog Training ✨Field Trip Highlight✨ I am so proud of all FOUR of these dogs and their handlers. They were all so happy, that we were able to relax at the end of the group field trip session - and two of them were new to the group as well! A huge well done to everyone, keep up the great work👏🏻🐶 Did you know we offer ‘Field Trips’ every Wednesday evenings? $30 + GST per Field Trip⁠ Group size is limited to 6 dogs/handler teams. Sessions will run with 2 or more participants! Reminder — group field trips are for clients who have worked with us before 💚 Join our Field Trips by signing up on our website, or by contacting us! #familypet #familydog #puppytraining #puppylove #powellriver #petsbehavingwell #forcefreetraining #fearfreepets #forcefree #dogfriendly #trainwithoutpain #rewardbasedmethods #rewardbasedtraining #dogschool #dogmanners #dogobedience

🚨 WILDLIFE ALERT 🚨 With bear season here, and squirrels around yearly, I wanted to let you know that it is possible for you to help your dog react better around wildlife! Sure, you can teach your dog to respond to commands such as ‘come’ or ‘look at you’. But if you can catch them IN the act (the second they see their prey of choice), and provide them with some alternative stimulating, high value game or reward, then with many repetitions, they will learn to look at you in response to seeing the prey. It takes a lot of work, but it is possible! Ivy can look at the squirrel, and admire it from a safe and controlled distance, but then we chased rolling cheeseballs 🧀👏🏻 It’s a habit that has taken many repetitions, but instead of correcting your dogs behaviour, provide an alternative! 🐶 #petsbehavingwell #forcefreetraining #fearfreepets #forcefree #dogfriendly #trainwithoutpain #dogsthathike #dogsandwildlife #bearaware #wildlife #pnwdogs #rewardbasedmethods #rewardbasedtraining #dogschool #dogmanners #dogobedience #dogtrainingtip #dogtips #trainingtips #doghelp

Did you know we offer ‘Field Trips’ every Wednesday evenings? Field Trip Structure ⤵️⁠ Field Trips are loosely structured walks where owners work independently at their own dog’s level. Perfect For ⤵️⁠ They are for current Paw in Hand clients. If you’d like to join (and haven’t worked with us before), please inquire. As in all training, we use reward-based methods that help your dog!⁠ ⁠ $30 + GST per Field Trip⁠ Group size is limited to 6 dogs/handler teams. Sessions will run with 2 or more participants! Join our Field Trips by signing up on our website! 💚 #petsbehavingwell #forcefreetraining #fearfreepets #forcefree #dogfriendly #trainwithoutpain #rewardbasedmethods #rewardbasedtraining #dogschool #dogmanners #dogobedience #dogtrainingtip #dogtips #trainingtips #doghelp

This is your reminder that if you have a dog that LOVES to dig… it’s OKAY to let them 💕 Ivy loves to dig so I take her to places occasionally where she can fulfil her heart desire. Just look at how happy she is ☺️☺️ #girlsbestfriend #familypet #familydog #digging #puppytraining #puppylove #powellriver #petsbehavingwell #forcefreetraining #fearfreepets #forcefree #dogfriendly #trainwithoutpain #rewardbasedmethods #rewardbasedtraining #dogschool #dogmanners #dogobedience

PSA: Always check your dogs surroundings if your dog is going to be off leash… this is the perfect example of WHY 🎣 I can’t stress the importance of teaching your dog an emergency STOP 🛑 command or cue. This is how a disaster was avoided for Ivy and I while out enjoying the great outdoors 💚 we just wanted to share with you as a reminder 💚 #dogtrainingtip #dogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #powellriver #positivereinforcement #treatbank #positivetraining #outdoordogs #pnwdogs #dogsthathike

Let’s talk about frustration in dog training 💬 We all experience it, and it’s important to note that a little bit can be a good thing if you have a plan to increase skills at your dog’s level. If it’s too frustrating, things can backfire. Insert, Dixie. Dixie is super social with other dogs but does not have the skills and impulse control for polite greetings so holding her back on the leash, makes her look like a curly tornado. On the flipside, holding a dog back from something she wants can be a motivator to take learning to the next level. Dixie is over two years old and can’t jump into the back seat of her owner’s vehicle. Frustration worked in our favour and we got her to do it a few times in a row! A few more practice sessions of this, and fingers crossed, her owner won’t have to lift her in anymore. Frustrations in dog training can happen... let’s come up with a solution to turn them into new skills 💚🐾 www.pawinhand.com #happydogs #dogtrainingtips #doganxiety #fearfreepets #positivereinforcement

The perfect time to call your dog to come is when you know they will, not when you need them too! A great exercise to play in a variety of situations. Do you call your dog to come when you need them too or when you know they will? With over 30 years of dog training experience, I am here to help you and your dog live your best lives! Let’s chat about your dog training needs 🐕💚 #dogtrainingtip #dogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #powellriver #positivereinforcement #treatbank #positivetraining

We’ve been there with our own rescue dogs. Let me help you ensure the honeymoon period lasts 💚 Our New to You Rescue package is perfect for all shapes, sizes, backgrounds, countries and temperaments 🐶 #dogtrainer #rescuedogs #rescuepuppy #adopteddogs #BCSPCA

Excitable! Happy! Impulsive! Social! Many traits can be seen as desirable or undesirable depending on the situation… look at the smiles on the faces of Brigitta (Brigitta von Trapp) and her owner! We are working on ways of engaging her enthusiasm through training games 🎾🦴😃#mixedbreed #positivereinforcement

When a small dog is worried or stressed, people often don’t “listen” to their body language to help them feel safe. After a while, such dogs learn to fend for themselves and act out using the theory, “the best defence is a good offence” manner. How can you help your small dog when they are stressed? 😣 ▪️Create distance ▪️Remove them from the situation ▪️Pick them up before they escalate into aggressive body language. However, sometimes small dogs also don’t like to be picked up against their will — teaching them to jump willingly into your arms or lap can be helpful as well. Remember, what to do in which situation all depends… there is no “one sized fits all”approach! 💚 #dogtrainer #dogtraining #smalldog #dogbehaviortraining #dogsofinstagram #fearfreepets

Dog Training Profile 🐕 Millie is a wheaten terrier/poodle cross or “Whoodle”. I showed her owner how to do hand target behaviour, and he went into a sequence of things they were working on. I love it when owners take initiative and find their own way of doing things. Have fun and remember, done is better than perfect! Private Dog Training sessions are perfect for those looking to expand or learn specific skills set for yours and your dog’s lifestyle. Visit our website to view training packages that are right for you (and your furry companion) https://pawinhand.com/dog-training/ #dogtrainingtip #dogtrainer #dogsofinstagram #powellriver #positivereinforcement #treatbank

Having challenges getting your dog to come when they’re called? 🐕 Calo is a mix breed with your typical independent husky, part ‘quick-to-act’ collie, some sweet retriever and possibly a teeny bit of wolf – all of which contribute to his wild sense of adventure! Coming when called was a challenge for Calo, and staying close in the first place was part of the new plan. What’s next for these two? They are headed on a cross country adventure – good luck, paw partners 🐾💚 #huskymix #mixbreed #dogtraining #forcefreetraining #positivereinforcement #dogtrainertips #outdoordogs #dogswhotravel

#FieldTrip Time! 💚 We’re now back into the swing of things for our Spring/Summer Field Trip schedule. Date: Wednesdays between 6 - 7 PM Who: Past and/or current clients Why: Why not! This is a great way for dog owners to practice dog training scenarios with just the right amount of distraction and foster new relationships with other dog owners. Maintaining your dog’s socialization is key 🐶 Learn more or book your Field Trip Training spot https://pawinhand.com/dog-training/ #sunshinecoast #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogtraining #powellriver

POV: You're training for the Sunshine Coast Marathon Shuffle on April 30th, and you experience hail, thunderstorms, lightning, and extreme wind - even Ivy thinks we should turn back! 😳 What is the Sunshine Coast Marathon Shuffle, you ask? For those who are unfamiliar with this event, it means I will need to run, hike, or ’shuffle’ myself a total of 29 KM along one of the most beautiful sections of this 180 KM trail, in a quick 8-hour time frame. Wish me luck! #dogtrainer #powellriver #sunshinecoasttrail

Dog Training Profile 🐾 Odin the Great Dane is a one year old playful “house horse” as his owner refers to him 😂Giant breeds mature at a much slower rate than small dogs so this guy is just starting to trickle into the teenage phase. A good time to be sure you have a plan for boundary-setting, continued impulse control, and progression of training skills using positive reinforcement, all types… Don’t limited it to just food rewards! 🥓 Play praise and access to life rewards are all apart of the sweet deal in this dogs life! 🎾 Follow us for more dog training tips 👇🏼 https://instagram.com/pawinhanddogtraining?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= #greatdane #doglife #happydog #adventuredog #dogtraining #puppytraining #positivereinforcement

Active, curious, and smart - puppies are constantly trying to figure out what works in the world. Benjamin had discovered that threads from furniture and carpets could be OH so fun! But if there's an option of a cardboard box to shred (with bonus treats inside!) a puppy would likely choose that instead. The best strategy for teaching - make it easy to do the right thing! 🐶 #puppytraining #dogtrainingtip #australianshepherd

Lewis is an energetic Australian Shepherd. His energy on leash gets transferred into leaping and lunging and barking… Both of his owners have put in a lot of work, and are learning to channel his energy so that Lewis can be more polite on leash. Today his lessons were successful and ended in a fun play session with Ivy! 🐾💚🐾 There is nothing more wonderful than to watch, two well matched dogs play together! Maybe actually being one of those dogs would be even more wonderful 😁 🐾 💚 🐾 #australianshepherd #qathet #qathetliving #powellriver #powellriverbc #dogtrainerpowellriver #dogsofpowellriver #powellriverdogtraining #dogsofqathet #powellriverdogs #hikingwithdogs

Words or verbal cues need to be salient in the environment and have relevance to your dog for them to respond. Talking to people on the trail and making noise to let bears know of your presence are irrelevant. A loud “COME” cue is immediately responded to because it has been conditioned to always mean something positive. Something worth repeating every time and not missing out on! High value rewards every time gets a recall every time! 🧀🥓🌭🍗🍔🥩

Summertime and puppies go together! 🏖🏞🏢🐾 So grateful for air conditioned business that allow owners to bring their dogs! Find a quiet corner to practice some of the skills that you have started at home. Consider carrying pup and and out of the store when too many unplanned things can happen! We have a list of businesses that allow dogs. Check out https://pawinhand.com/places-to-go-with-your-puppy-powell-river/ 🏖 🏞 🏢 🐾 #dogmanners #dogbehaviour #townsiteiswhereitsat #puppysocializing #powellriverlife #sunshinecoastbc #powellriverdogtraining #positivereinforcement #petsbehavingwell #powellriverbc #prliving #qathetdogs #powellriverbusiness #qathet #uppersunshinecoastbc #powellriverliving #qathetliving #puppytraining