Sunka Dog Training & Services

01/06/2024

28/05/2024

This is a game I have played with all my dogs over the years.. the dandelion pop

28/05/2024

Just another video of the burrowing beagle

14/05/2024

This!! I can never stress enough that the leash is like holding hands with your dog.

06/05/2024

Jake has to be in EVERY pic. Lol. Anybody else have a camera hog dog?

02/05/2024

Old dogs need stimulation too. Use your imagination to help an old dog feel young again.
Sadie is now 16 years old and not as quick as she used to be. But she loves her wagon rides.
Her nickname when she was younger was Psycho Sadie.
Share your pic of your old critter and how you help them stay young.

30/04/2024

Haven’t posted much for a long time. Hoping to get back on track soon.

11/01/2023

MISBEHAVING OR MISUNDERSTOOD?
What we often think of as a dog misbehaving is actually just a dog behaving like a dog naturally does.
We expect so much of our dogs when we bring them into our lives, forgetting that they are a different species that don’t see the world the same way that we do. We hold them captive in a confined, unnatural space and become frustrated when they don’t understand how we expect them to behave.
We become frustrated when our dogs don’t walk nicely on a lead, don’t get on with every other person or dog they meet, steal food from counter tops, don’t give things back, guard resources, dig, chew or destroy what they shouldn’t, bark, howl or whine too much – I could continue with a very long list.
We need to replace our frustration and our need to train away or stop the unwanted behaviour with understanding and compassion. Understanding that dogs naturally behave in a certain way and compassion in guiding them to learn a different behaviour using force free, positive reinforcement methods or by better managing their environment.
Providing outlets to engage in natural behaviour, providing mental, social and physical stimulation and understanding why they behave the way they do will make a huge difference to both our dogs wellbeing and ours.

17/11/2022

Help. Pound Rescue need a foster home for a dog - Okotoks area- DM me for more info! Urgent

04/11/2022

✨ BENEFITS OF RAW PUMPKIN SEEDS FOR DOGS✨

We all know how pumpkin is a great addition to a raw dog food diet (I'll share an older post in our stories if any one needs a refresher), but what about pumpkin seeds?

The seeds provide an array of nutrients such as: folic acid, niacin, calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, iron, copper, amino acids, protein and fiber. Pumpkin seeds are safe for all dogs, including pregnant dogs.

Pumpkin seeds can also be used as a tool to eliminate worms. The seeds contain an amino acid called cucurbitacin which helps rid the body of worms.

You can serve as a regular part of your feeding routine or as needed should worms pop up for your pup.

HOW TO SERVE: Crush raw, unsalted pumpkin seeds over food. If using to remove worms, feed until you no longer see the worms (typically white specks, think rice) in their stool. Feed 1/4 tsp per 10 lbs of weight per day once or twice a day.

Do you include pumpkin seeds in your dogs rotation? Have you used pumpkin seeds to help rid worms from your dog? What was your experience with this tactic?

27/10/2022

I am so bad about posting here lately.
Please feel free to message me if you would like to chat about any behaviour issues or training questions you might have.

27/07/2022

Skye is looking a little shocked because we are halfway through our summer 50/50 raffle…and we have only sold 7% of the tickets 😭😭

Please help us out and purchase a 50/50 ticket…or two….or hundred.

Times are tough now and surrenders are at an all time high, and we simply can’t help seniors if we don’t have the funds to do so.

This is a great way to donate because if we sell out, you could go home with $10,000 (and so could we!!)

Good luck!!

https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/artsanimalsummer

30/05/2022

Looking for a dog? Consider a rescue. They rescue societies are full with surrendered and rescued dogs. All breeds, ages, sizes and all In need of a permanent home. Ask me if you want something specific. I am volunteering as much as I can and am seeing so many nice dogs.
I will also give one free session ($100 value) if you do rescue.
Thanks

30/05/2022

Taking new clients. Give me a call or email at 403-660-9448 or [email protected].

16/03/2022

I work with owners to create a working, loving bond of respect with their dog.

10/06/2021

09/05/2021