On The Mend Canine Consultants

On The Mend Canine Consultants On The Mend Canine Consultants helps build relationships between canine companions and their humans.

I train people and rehabilitate dogs through rules, boundaries and limitations. Every relationship needs to be worked on, On The Mend we go... On The Mend Canine Consultants is an independent center for dogs, serving the Westmorland County and surrounding areas. We offer assessments and will work with dogs with "criminal records", creating a "safe" environment for you and your pack. With over 30

years of experience in different disciplines of dog training and behavior modification, if you are at "the end of your leash", give us a try! We offer the following;

Puppy Aptitude Test;
Crate Training;
Canine Behavioral Health Evaluations;
Pack Leadership Training;
Basic Obedience Training;
Umbilical Training;
Rehabilitation Programs;
Boot-Camp Training

If you are looking to turn your dog into the "perfect dog", don't look here! Dogs require ongoing leadership; some need a little, some need a lot! We offer leadership programs to teach you how to be the Pack Leader, so you can love your dog for life! On The Mend we go...

NOTICE ~ If your only option is to surrender your dog, please contact your local shelter. Pack Leader Definition = A person or dog, able to establish Rules, Boundaries and Limitations in a group or family. If you think your dog is "kicking your psychological butt", we can teach You how to reverse the roles, so you can have a happy and healthy relationship.

Update December 29, 2024… Frankie has been adopted and is doing very well with his new human… We would like to wish Fran...
12/13/2024

Update December 29, 2024… Frankie has been adopted and is doing very well with his new human… We would like to wish Frankie and all of you the very best in the New Year!

Up For Adoption! Meet Frankie, our 10 month old pug! Owner surrendered last month, recently neutered, vaccinated, he is On The Mend and ready to meet his new pack leaders!

Frankie will need ongoing training with regards to house breaking, but he has been a quick learner and will be a great addition to your family. Making new friends, this little social joker will melt your heart!

If you are interested in meeting Frankie, please send us your details in an email at [email protected], and we can set up a meet and greet...

We all have our days when things don't quite work out the way you planned. And then there are days like this, when they...
09/22/2024

We all have our days when things don't quite work out the way you planned. And then there are days like this, when they do!

Tucker (the sable Pom on the table), had his first day in the park with the pack and he did great! We still have our little hiccups but if I can be the one human he can count on to never let him down, my work will be done!

Charlie (the smaller GSD with the lead), is preparing for her new foster home! That handsome fellow sitting next to her will be her big brother. They have been settling in here at our facility before going into the foster home to ease the transition. Charlie has her challenges, her puppyhood trauma will always be with her, but I believe she can have a good quality of life in the right environment and the right guidance. So far, I like what I see...

Hells Bells, what a day it's been, I am so grateful that sometimes, it just all works out!

09/10/2024

No matter the size of the dog, it is important to give each dog rules, boundaries and limitations. The proper tools and the right energy will allow us to deliver that message. Tucker had his own rules that made life with him very difficult (if not dangerous) to live with. It is no wonder the previous owners gave up. They had seen trainers but the request for euthanasia had already been a solution. I am grateful they decided to return the dog to the breeder.

Change of energy and the right tools, we are On The Mend...

09/10/2024

Speaking of grooming being a tool for bonding... Our little fellow is being groomed for the first time in a long while. With a soft voice, and steady hands, I show him my good intentions... Moving forward, we replace old memories with new ones... It is my job to be a good pack leader to him. And during this 5 hours of grooming (with walks in between), I found his name... Tucker, Tucker the little fkr, and he's a keeper!

Mitzu! My 10 month old little Spiritual Healer needed an undercoat groom... How much hair can come out from a 5 lb dog ...
09/10/2024

Mitzu! My 10 month old little Spiritual Healer needed an undercoat groom... How much hair can come out from a 5 lb dog anyway? But it's all part our bonding process. During this groom, some of these little corrections are important to keep up with her little sassy attitude! And Hells Bells, what a great meditation session!

09/10/2024

Charlie's Update! It's been a tough few weeks with Charlie, getting her off of her meds, adjusting her diet and providing leadership. Overall, she is doing great! She has had some setbacks, but these little things will be with her for a long while... the damage done to her mentally was done when she was a puppy. There is no sense in trying to change anything, she lives in the "now", so we need to make sure she is given the best!.

She has also made some friends! It would seem we have a few possible fosters lined up for Charlie also... to keep up the work needed to keep her busy and safe!

Great job Charlie!

09/10/2024

This handsome Pomeranian was returned to his breeder about a month ago. I reached out to them to offered help. I picked him up last week and within minutes of meeting him, leaping Lucifer tagged me twice, ouch! Seems he was truly in need of some help, and of course, we accepted the challenge!

The first thing we needed to do, was change out his hardware! We were not able to do this when I picked him up at the breeders, and this is a must if we are going to establish leadership. Upon first assessment, this little one has been neglected for quite some time. Although small dogs may seem easy to manage, not true when they step out of line to protest! Signs of not being groomed (large matts), long nails, overall not a dog who has seen much positive "touch", and has been running the show for quite some time.

This video was taken about one hour after we have arrived at my facility. With the simple motion over his head while using the lead to prevent another outburst, I am reading his body language with every step I take. And voila! Martingale is on! He allowed me to change out his old bling for the new one!

And now our journey begins... On The Mend we go...

Meet Benji... I was alerted a couple of weeks ago regarding this 14 year old terri-poo who needed some help. His owner ...
08/20/2024

Meet Benji... I was alerted a couple of weeks ago regarding this 14 year old terri-poo who needed some help. His owner was going into hospice care and could not take his beloved four legged friend with him. It took a few days to arrange the transfer, a vet visit was required to check all the boxes for an overall health check, and Benji was good to go!

Well, it didn't take long for him to warm the hearts of one of our clients/friends... Of course they would foster/adopt him!

We are happy to announce, Benji will be loved, cared for and will live a great life in retirement!

Let us take this opportunity to express our gratitude for those who foster our "difficult" dogs. I could not do it without you!

08/14/2024

Day one of arrival... So, our overnight with Charlie was not without incident, we start with soiled bedding, a very anxious girl, just shaking in her skin and feeling a little lost...

I am trusting the vibes from my pack tho, they don't seem too bothered by her, they want to help... they do this by mostly ignoring her, allowing her to take time... so, I will do the same, [please keep in mind, she will have no physical contact until I know she is ready].

My heart bleeds for her, seeing her reaction to touch, but I must be careful not to reinforce the damaged part, only rewarding the good stuff... This is a careful dance... We must not feel sorry for her, we must go looking for the good stuff in there... as small as it may be... On The Mend we go...

Update on Monty... Back in 2015, Monty was adopted from us by a wonderful family. They reached out to us recently to in...
08/14/2024

Update on Monty... Back in 2015, Monty was adopted from us by a wonderful family. They reached out to us recently to inform us that they had relocated in Alberta, living the best life! Although Monty is a bit older now, he has also recovered from Cancer, and still very much loved by his family... Thanks guys for another "feel good" moment...

Meet Charlie, 2 year old GS female, owner surrender... But before we go into her recovery work, here is a brief history ...
08/14/2024

Meet Charlie, 2 year old GS female, owner surrender... But before we go into her recovery work, here is a brief history and how she came to us...

Charlie was among a slew of dogs that were seized by the province two years ago. Some folks stepped up to help with the rescue of the pups, who lived in horrible conditions. Her current owner has done what she can, now passes the torch to us.

Charlie has been spayed, but weighs only 45 lbs! She is on anti-anxiety meds and is very skittish. So day one goes a little like this... Observation only! I will observe and assess over the next few days to see what direction Charlie is able to tolerate.

On The Mend we go... Wish us luck!

08/14/2024

Here is a feel good story we must share... Remember the two GSD brothers I accepted a few months ago? They are now on their way to wonderful, fulfilling lives...

Razor has joined an elderly gentleman who will need him to improve his quality of life... The amazing thing is that I truly believe they will need each other! And Moose has joined a beautiful family, warming their hearts. All of their updates makes my soul smile!

Now, understand, this was not my initial intentions when I took on the challenge of these dogs. After assessments, many hours of reconditioning and after much consideration, I did what I felt was best for them ~ offering them a better quality of life. I don't recommend separating any siblings who have been bonded for some time without professional advisement. In this case, once separated, we found that their personalities were quite different. So, in the end, I kept my promise... Stepping outside of the box and doing what was best for the dogs... I always do!

Note: If you have nothing positive to share, don't bother, your comment will be removed and you will be blocked!

Update! Roxie has found her pack! She also has a great big (literally) brother to keep her busy, or it may be the othe...
08/14/2024

Update! Roxie has found her pack! She also has a great big (literally) brother to keep her busy, or it may be the other way around! Good luck little power house, we will be here to support you and your new pack leaders every step of the way!

UPDATE!!! Owners have been found! Thanks to all of you for sharing, job well done!!!Dog At Large from Dieppe… This fem...
06/25/2024

UPDATE!!! Owners have been found! Thanks to all of you for sharing, job well done!!!

Dog At Large from Dieppe… This female dog was found running at large with her leash last week. She has been reported through several sites and still no one has come forward. Please share this post, she looks to have had an owner who took care of her and must have neighbours that may be familiar with her possible location. Let’s get this girl home!

Today was the day… Moose’s intro into the pack without a lead! Many hours of building a relationship of trust has taken...
06/22/2024

Today was the day… Moose’s intro into the pack without a lead! Many hours of building a relationship of trust has taken place prior to releasing the intact male into my pack, and my pack trusts me. We have a long way to go before we get Moose into security work, but he has the right aptitude for the the game… Hells bells, I love my life! On The Mend we go…

06/10/2024

Roxie's energy is amazing! The cone of shame just came off a few minutes ago and as if nothing happened, she is back at it... Roxie will "fingers crossed" soon be with her new pack leaders...

Moose shows subtle queues of his level of comfort by his body language... See the difference in both these pictures? It...
06/10/2024

Moose shows subtle queues of his level of comfort by his body language... See the difference in both these pictures? It is only when I direct him to position his back side to the pack, but most important, his front and focus on me that I can allow for the release... I love my pack!

06/10/2024

Moose seems to be progressing a little better than his brother, so I begin the slow introduction into our pack rituals... I have already worked with Ozzie, Sparta and Austin, now we are ready for the release, this time the reward is "Water"... I am working on Moose's trust in me, picking up the queues and allowing for a safe introduction into our rituals. The power of the pack will help him unlock his true potential...

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