When Hounds Fly Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

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🐾 Is your dog anxious, hypervigilant, or easily stressed? 🐾Our 10-week Canine Stress Solution program is here to help! L...
11/06/2024

🐾 Is your dog anxious, hypervigilant, or easily stressed? 🐾

Our 10-week Canine Stress Solution program is here to help! Led by expert Rachael Johnston, this online program provides the tools you need for a calmer, happier dog.

Only 10 spots available – secure your spot now and start your journey to an stress-free life together! Link in Bio for more details! ✨

11/03/2024

What an incredible day connecting with fellow dog lovers at the Pet Parent Summit hosted by ! πŸ™Œ We were so inspired by the amazing turnout and everyone's dedication to being the best pawrents possible.

Big shout out to all the attendees who prioritized their dog's wellbeing - you're rockstars! ✨

Want to have our subject matter experts like Andre Yeu or Dr. Sarah Shapiro-Ward speak at your pet dog conference? DM us and let us know about your event!

10/31/2024

Puppy love and gratitude! Thrilled to see .theshiloh thriving in our puppy training and socials! Keep shining, Willow! 🀩

πŸ“Έ: .theshiloh

I am LOVING my puppy training and puppy socials from 🧑🧑🧑 My family is so appreciative for all the insight from Hu and Elena. I've become so much more confident and am continuing to learn how to play with other puppy friends!!!

10/30/2024

Pause for paws! πŸΎπŸ›‘ Break time during our puppy social class are crucial.

Taking these moments helps our pups develop impulse control and self-regulation skills. So proud of their progress! ❀️

10/28/2024

From hiding in an IKEA cart with her shy friend Mia on the first day of school πŸ›’βž‘οΈ to making new friends and playing confidently in class two! πŸΆπŸŽ‰ So proud of Lilo the Bernese Mountain Dog for coming out of her shell. Can't wait to see what adventures await! ❀️

10/25/2024

To deliver the best dog behaviour and training advice to you, it's crucial we invest in continuing education. That's why this year, we sent our Toronto team to participate in the second annual 3-day Dogs in the City Conference hosted by Educanine. By attending this conference, we're demonstrating a commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques, expanding our skill sets by learning from renowned experts, improving client outcomes with enhanced knowledge, and networking with fellow professionals to share experiences and build relationships within the industry.

The esteemed presenters included:

Dr. Kristina Spaulding, author of Stress Factor in Dogs. By understanding a bit about the neuroscience behind stress responses, we're more effective in helping dogs that are overwhelmed by the urban environments we live in.

Emily Strong, co-author of Canine Enrichment for the Real World. Implementing canine enrichment strategies can significantly improve the welfare of our dog's lives, which often helps improve training and behaviour outcomes.

Sam DeJong, Certified Control Unleashed Instructor. Control Unleashed exercises are often where the theory meets practice, and by mastering the nuances of these exercises by an instructor that's been certified by Leslie McDevitt herself, we'll be more effective when we coach you.

2025 is just around the corner, and we look forward to further investments in our continuing education!

10/24/2024

Navigating tight urban spaces with your dog? πŸ™οΈ

Learn expert tips on using treats, leashes, and muzzles for safety and control from Sarah and Mike. 🐾 Whether it's the elevator or busy streets, these strategies will help keep both you and your dog calm and confident! πŸ’‘

🚨 Free Special Training Event Alert! 🚨We’re hosting a free training class for adolescent pups (4-6 months old) on Wednes...
10/21/2024

🚨 Free Special Training Event Alert! 🚨

We’re hosting a free training class for adolescent pups (4-6 months old) on Wednesday, October 30 at 12 pmβ€”perfect for a midday lunch break with your pup! 🐾✨

Training Topics:

βœ… Walk with Me
βœ… Polite Greetings to People (with volunteer Friendly Strangers!)
This event is open to Puppy Start Right or Foundation Skills students and alumniβ€” we have only 5 spots, so don’t miss out!

πŸŽ’ Don’t forget to bring your treats, treat pouch, and clicker.

πŸ“… Date: Wednesday, October 30
πŸ•› Time: 12 pm
πŸ”— Book your spot today! Link in Bio

Can’t wait to see you and your pups there! 🐢

Memory lane! Sony's training foundation was laid at When Hounds Fly. Proud of how far you've come! βœ¨πŸ“Έ: When Hounds Fly. ...
10/21/2024

Memory lane! Sony's training foundation was laid at When Hounds Fly. Proud of how far you've come! ✨

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When Hounds Fly. This was the training school Sony went to learn the basics. It feels like looongee time ago.

Paws-itive vibes only! Congrats, DJ! You're a shining star βœ¨πŸ“Έ: Puppy Grad 🌼
10/19/2024

Paws-itive vibes only! Congrats, DJ! You're a shining star ✨

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Puppy Grad 🌼

10/18/2024

What does "aggression" really mean when it comes to our dogs? 🧐 And how can we best support both dogs and their humans in busy urban environments?

In this captivating episode of Worry Less, Wag More, Sarah Shapiro-Ward joins host Ferdie Yau () and expert Michael Shikashio () to explore these important questions.

Listen in as Michael provides a clear definition of canine aggression, and Sarah shares her insights on creating a positive learning experience for dog owners.

10/17/2024

Golden self-control! Shoutout to for crushing impulse control! Amazing work πŸ‘

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Leave it Level 5 πŸ†

10/14/2024

Why Teach a Chin Rest?

Cooperative care is amazing! Soda the Jack Russell is learning to rest his chin for handling.
A chin rest can help your dog:

βœ… Relax during vet exams
βœ… Enjoy grooming
βœ… Feel safe with handling

Cooperative care is introduced in our Puppy Start Right and Foundation Skills classes. It's worth the effort, especially starting in puppyhood, so your dog can enjoy a lifetime of relaxed, stress-free visits to the vet and groomer (and so will you!)

10/11/2024

Mookie the Dachshund is mastering the paw target! 🐾 This exercise is fantastic for improving body awareness, problem-solving skills, and focus. By teaching Mookie to touch specific target with his paw, we're enhancing his cognitive abilities and physical coordination. Plus, it's a fun way to challenge and engage his curious mind!

10/11/2024

Watch how Sarah is working with Lexi the Labrador Retriever with her dog reactivity. While using food rewards is almost always used frequently, especially in the early stages, Sarah is already incorporating two additional elements that really supercharge our client's reactivity progress.

βœ… Informational Cues like "Where's the dog" that allow us to tell our dogs that something potentially concerning is in the environment much earlier, so they are less likely to get surprised and get over threshold. This of this as like avoiding a jump scare, but rather a trusted friend telling you "there's a scary scene in this movie coming up" so we can be ready for it, which makes the experience less stressful.

βœ… Movement after a moment of success is a very powerful reinforcer, as it closely matches what the function of the unwanted reactive behaviour (barking/lunging) was. Now, Lexi is learning that quiet, calm behaviour earns not only food rewards, but also physical and emotional safety.

Struggling with reactivity with your dog? Check out many of the resources we offer, including our online Helping the Leash Reactive Dog on-demand webinar, in-person or virtual 1-on-1 lessons, or our Reactive Dog Group Classes.

10/07/2024

Behind the Scenes at When Hounds Fly's Annual Planning Day! 🐾

We often coach our clients that if you want to change behavior, change the environment! 🌱 So, to create a visionary plan for the year ahead and strengthen the relationship we have with our pack (and yours!), our leadership team escaped to the inspiring BDC () head offices in Toronto. With breathtaking views of the city skyline πŸŒ† as our backdrop, we dedicated an entire day to strategizing and aligning on our goals – just like we encourage our clients to create clear plans for their dog's training success πŸ•βœ¨.

And speaking of training, we're thrilled to announce some exciting new offerings:

πŸ“ Expanding our reach: We’re bringing When Hounds Fly to more communities! Classes are starting in Markham this week, and we're actively seeking partners in other cities.

πŸ” More "Secret Menu" options: Get ready for expanded access to exclusive services like Rachael's popular Reactive Dog Field Trips 🐾 and Intensive Coaching programs πŸ’ͺ.

πŸ’» Live online coaching: Due to the incredible success of our new Canine Stress Solution program (which sold out in minutes!), we'll be offering more live online coaching opportunities throughout the year πŸ“….

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to grow and help you strengthen the relationship you have with your dog! πŸΆπŸ’™

Many thanks to BDC () for hosting us for our Annual Planning Day. BDC has supported our exponential growth since 2020 with financial and educational services πŸ“ˆ.

BDC is also a supporter of Entrepreneurs Organization Toronto (), which has provided mentoring, coaching, support, and education to us since 2019. πŸ™

10/04/2024

πŸ‘«πŸΎ Puppy Training Week - Day 6: Socialization!

Socializing your puppy is key to raising a confident, well-adjusted dog. 🌍🐢 Expose them to new people, places, sounds, and experiences in a positive way to help them grow.

πŸ“² Watch today’s video where Ethan shares tips on how to properly socialize your puppy for long-term success!

What’s your favorite way to socialize your pup? Let us know in the comments! πŸ‘‡πŸΎ

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1108 Dundas Street West, Lower Level
Toronto, ON
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