Paws U Luv Dog Training

07/03/2024

Two new classes starting in April: Tuesdays -April 9 - May 14, 2024 5:00 - 6:00 pm at the Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong (3005 Wood Ave)

Introduction to Scent Work
The class is limited to 6 dogs. 5 weeks $165.00
For handlers and dog teams that have not started odor. We will work on building drive and desire to work for scent using a primary reward. By the end of the session, we will be pairing food with your first odor, birch.

Guided Practice:
During the guided practice, your dog will increase their searching skills and odor obedience. Dogs must already be on the birch odor at the minimum. During the class, the hides will continue to be paired with primary rewards while we will add new and increasingly difficult search challenges. We will also focus on building your dog's drive and stamina for searching. Over the course of the 5 weeks, cypress and clove bud may be introduced (if not already known) and used.

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positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

23/02/2024

A very interesting study. It will be fascinating to see how different breeds react in the study.

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05/01/2024

Our next set of classes will be starting on Feb. 20, 2024 in Armstrong, BC.

Scent Work level 3 for those dogs that have started on odor. We will continue to pair scent with a food reward to increase drive, stamina and odor obedience. We will be working with birch, cypress and introduce clove.

Guided Practice is for those teams that are working on more challenging scent puzzles. Is your dog on odor but you need/want some guidance and time to work on odor puzzles? Then this class is for you!
Each week we will work on challenges such as fabric, elevated hides, inaccessible, pooling/residual odor, and converging odor. while building stamina and odor obedience. We will be working with birch, cypress, clove and anise.

positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

28/09/2023

We are now registering for our Armstrong nose work classes starting on Oct. 24, 2023. 5 weeks $165
Level 2: for dogs on 1 or more scents. Through pairing, we build enthusiasm, stamina for the hunt and desire to work for scent.

Guided practice: we develop searching skills and odor obedience. We begin to add novel and increasingly search challenges while building enthusiasm and drive. New odors will be introduced if needed.

26/08/2023

Hmmm. I need to watch more carefully the kind of alcohol I need to buy for cleaning in nose work.

Learn about the similarities and differences between isopropyl alcohol and rubbing alcohol, how to use them safely, and potential risks.

11/08/2023

Now registering for our classes starting Sept. 12 in Armstrong!
Introduction to scent work: for handlers and dogs new to scent. We will work with primary source (food) to develop search skills and drive. 6:30 - 7:30pm

GUIDED PRACTICE: for handlers and dogs that have been introduced to at least 1 odor. We will introduce and work with Birch, Cypress and/ or Anise (always paired with primary reward). We will continue to build novel placements including new containers, elevation and environment. 7:45 - 8:45pm.

Please contact us for a registration form! www.pawsuluv.ca or email [email protected]

positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

18/05/2023

SPACE IS NOW LIMITED!
2 new classes starting May 2023!
Starting May 23 - June 27 (no class on June 6) Odd Fellows Hall, Armstrong. 5 weeks $165.00.

SCENT WORK LEVEL 2: for dogs who have been introduced to scent. We will be working with birch, paired with a primary reward (usually food) to build drive to source, scent stamina, introduce search patterns, and elevated hides. 6:30 - 7:30pm. We have 2 openings in this class.

GUIDED PRACTICE: for handlers and dogs that have been introduced to at least 1 odor. We will introduce and work with Cypress and/ or Anise (always paired with primary reward). We will continue to build novel placements including new containers, elevation and environment. 7:45 - 8:45pm. We have 2 spaces left in this class.

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positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

25/01/2023

This should be great! Consider signing up!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Dogs In Translation. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

30/12/2022

2 new classes starting Jan. 2023!
Starting Jan. 24 - Feb. 28 (no class on Feb 7) Odd Fellows Hall, Armstrong. 5 weeks $165.00.

Scentwork level 2 for dogs who have been introduced to scent. We will be working with birch, paired with a primary reward (usually food) to build drive to source, build scent stamina, introduce search patterns, and introduce elevated hides. 6:15 - 7:15pm

Scentwork level 3. For handlers and dogs that have been introduced to 1 odor. We will introduce and work with Cypress (always paired with primary reward). We will continue to build novel placements including new containers, elevation and environment. 7:30 - 8:30pm.
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positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

02/11/2022

Only a few spots left!
New scent class starting Introduction to Scent Work
Tuesdays, Nov.8 -Dec. 20, 2022 (no class on Dec.6) 6:15- 7:15pm
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Introduction to Scent work 2 (for those that have just started odor and want to (build drive)
Tuesdays, Nov.8 - Dec 20,2022 (no class Dec 6) 7:30 - 8:30pm
$200
Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong (3005 Wood Ave)

19/10/2022

New scent class starting Introduction to Scent Work
Tuesdays. Nov.8 -Dec.20, 2022 (no class on Dec.6) 6:15- 7:15pm
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Introduction to Scent work 2 (for those that have just started odor or want to )build drive)
Tuesdays Nov.8 - Dec 20,2022 (no class Dec 6) 7:30 - 8:30pm

$200
Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong (3005 Wood Ave)

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positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

18/10/2022

NEW Scent classes Nov. 8 - Dec 20 (no class on Dec. 6) at the Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong.
Intro to Scent 6:15 - 7:15pm
Intro to Scent level 2 - for those who are on odor and want to build odors, reading your dog, and drive. 7:30 - 8:30pm
$200
Contact Catherine to register: [email protected]

05/09/2022

Our fall scent work class is now full. Please contact us to be placed on the waitlist for the next set.

11/08/2022

NEW FOR FALL 2022
Introduction to Scent work!
Tuesdays. Sept. 13 to Oct. 25, 2022 (no class on Oct. 4) 6:30 – 7:30pm at the Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong (3005 Wood Ave, Armstrong).
Let us help you get started on the fun sport of scent detection (also known as nosework) using positive games.
Nosework or scent games offer your dog a fun way to use natural talents. Some of the benefits include
- Stimulates and enriches your dog’s life
- Builds your dog’s confidence
- Helps you bond with your dog
- Fun and rewarding
- Gives them a job to do
- Mentally tiring and challenging
To register: email [email protected]

31/08/2020

Don’t put your child or your dog in this unfortunate position.

This is one of the scariest stock images I have seen so far.

09/07/2020

Wow! It’s important that you check your dog frequently! Not just paws but the legs as well.

04/04/2020

Social distancing? Self isolation? Have a puppy? It can be challenging to ‘socialize’ a puppy in the big, wide world while staying at home. Come up with some creative costumes- hats, wigs, walking poles to have your pup experience some of these things.

21/03/2020

Another resource for puppy training at home!

Mark—>Reward Welcome to Ranch Dog Manners. I started this site in 2016 to give a basic agility or obedience foundation to my incoming herding students. It is based on 15 years of homework …

21/03/2020

For those of us who have the task of socializing a puppy in a pandemic. This has some great ideas!

How can puppies receive proper socialization during this time of almost complete social isolation?

19/03/2020

COVID 19 UPDATE
To do our part flatten the curve, we have made the decision to postpone classes at this time. Stay tuned - together we will get through this and things will return to 'normal'.

07/03/2020

New puppy class starting Monday, April 6, 2020! 4 weeks (there will be a class on Easter Monday!). $100. Contact us for more info and to register. [email protected] (Catherine) or [email protected] (Teri).
See our website at www.pawsuluv.ca

positive dog training, Puppy Kindergarten, Good Manners, dog classes, Vernon, BC

03/01/2020

Bear sightings at Mutrie Dog Park (Vernon).

We've had sightings of a fuzzy friend in Mutrie Dog Park! Please use caution while in this area. If a bear is spotted contact the Conservation Office at 1-877-952-7277 to file a report.

14/12/2019

Are you looking for something different to do this winter that is indoors? Check out Lisa Petterson's Online Canine Fitness Course. Bodi and I just completed our first 12 week class. So many benefits resulted. Firstly and most importantly, we both enjoyed it! Then there was Bodi’s improved muscle tone especially his rear end, he has a more balanced stance, and an improved top line. A deeper relationship between us resulted in the daily activities. An unexpected bonus was that after a 10-15 min. session he was ready for a nap (after all he was using his brain and muscles to complete the tasks.)
No special equipment was required. Just video your sessions and upload them onto the private page. Feedback is timely with Lisa offering encouragement as well as suggestions for improvement.

Let me share another AMAZING progression over the course of 3 months!

This is Bodi, a 4.5 year old Border Collie.

He is involved in agility and sheep herding, and his owner wanted to make sure he can enjoy both those sports for as long as physically possible!!

I am happy to see Bodi's obvious improvements over the course within the "before" and "after" photos.

You can see in red his limb measurements in September and again in December.

What HUGE improvements of muscle gain there!! :O
It is almost unbelievable... but it is true!!

That is what happens when you focus on the correct posture and form of each exercise - your dog can build the muscle in the right places!

Before the course, both myself and the owner noticed an interesting thing... Bodi had quite a pronounced "waddle" with his rear end while walking.

As this is typical of hip dysplasia and/or iliopsoas tightness/soreness/injury, I made sure that those issues were ruled out before beginning the program.
Hip x-rays had been taken, and he showed no signs of hip dysplasia!

He was also thoroughly checked by a canine physiotherapist, and has been working with a chiropractor, and was cleared for exercise!

So we began, and the improvements in his gait are excellent to see (no video here, but I will try to share some soon!)

I am super proud of how hard Bodi's mom worked with him these last 3 months, and I am very excited to continue to work with them in the new year

27/07/2019

Classes starting Sept. 9, 2019! Register now for 5 weeks of Puppy Kindergarten 1 or 2 or Agility Foundations ($120). Class is held inside in Coldstream from 6:45 - 7:45pm.
For more information: Phone 250 549 0343 or email [email protected]

23/07/2019

Important tips for greeting dogs!

29/06/2019

Dogs and fireworks (30+ proven techniques to eliminate noise phobia) – Illis ABC

This article has some great ideas on how to help your dog during thunderstorms and fireworks.

Posted on 20 December, 20186 February, 2019 by Karolina Westlund, PhDDogs and fireworks (30+ proven techniques to eliminate noise phobia) Is your dog afraid of fireworks? How about thunder? Keep reading, this blog post contains everything you need to know. This post was last updated on Dec 20th, 201...

21/06/2019

Outbreak of deadly dog virus ‘parvo’ prompts warning from BC SPCA

Outbreak of deadly dog virus ‘parvo’ prompts warning from BC SPCA

According to the SPCA, at least six dogs in the downtown area have now been diagnosed with the illness, most of whom did not survive.

12/06/2019

Dog found near Westwold.

OWNER FOUND-THANK YOU ALL!! Hello all of our wonderful clients! Please help us get this lost little man home. This roughly 1 year old, intact male was found on a logging road close to Douglas Lake Ranch near Westwold yesterday afternoon. If you know the owner or are the owner please call Gina 250-307-2444. Thank you

07/06/2019

Is It Best to Stay Away?

A great reminder! Not all dogs or people want to visit with you and your dog. Keep your dog near you and under control. Watch the body language! Ask “Is it best to stay away?”

My dog Swift and I were enjoying our walk in the park this morning when I saw a man and his dog off in the distance, heading our way. As they got closer I noticed a very happy Doodle who was hoping to have an encounter with a new K9 buddy. I asked Swift to come to my side, shortene

22/05/2019

flyer May2019.pdf

Class is filling up for our 5 week puppy kindergarten / puppy agility foundation class starting Wednesday, May 29 at 6pm. Get your registration in soon so you won't be disappointed. Please contact us at [email protected] or phone 250 503 1073
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