Champagne Canines Dog Training and Behaviour Consults

06/08/2025

Some tricks take 7 years!

For a long time, Oona wasn't keen on rolling over as a trick. So I didn't push it, but every now and then I'd test and see if she felt more comfortable to try again.

Well here we are! Just at the point where I'm adding the cue word, but I haven't decided on a good one yet.

05/13/2025

I've decided to make a YouTube channel to post videos of certain exercises for my clients to access easily from anywhere.
Posted my first video. Still learning all about filming set up's (all I have is a Samsung phone an a tri pod from Dollerama) and this is big for me because I'm really camera shy.
Do a talk in front of a room full of people? No problem. Add a camera and 😬.
So be gentle but views are appreciated. Maybe it will reach and help others some day.

Grooming and basic hygiene shouldn't be a battle. Here's a video of Oona, my 7 year old mixed breed, working on desensitization for nail clipping. Force free...

02/17/2025

Many reasons behind this common behaviour. Finding the reasons behind a behaviour is necessary to help redirect or reduce the behaviour.

So many reasons for this behaviour and that can make it a little trickier to stop 🛑
It can become compulsive.
It can be a way to seek interactions or attention.
Energy levels usually play a big part in this behaviour too.
Yes✅ Both females and males can show this behaviour.
Neutered or not.
Take note of when, where and what happened just before, all of this can help you decipher exactly why this is occurring.
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02/15/2025

No more running away when those nail clippers come out! No more expensive vet visits to do it for you! Join me at Canine Connection Training Centre Inc. This Sunday!

Because Handling Shouldn't Be a Struggle!

Our Cooperative Care Workshop teaches you how to help your dog willingly participate in their own care—reducing fear, stress, and frustration.

2-hour workshop
Hands-on training & expert guidance
A happier, more confident dog!

🔗 Register today at www.k9connection.ca

02/15/2025

The walk begins in the home!
Let me show you how to set your dog up for success in this 2 hour workshop at Canine Connection Training Centre Inc.

Frustrated with leash pulling? 🐾

A loose leash walk isn’t about control—it’s about communication and teamwork. At our Loose Leash Walking Workshop, you’ll learn how to teach your dog to walk politely without constant tugging.

February 16th | 2:00 PM

Loose Leash Walking Workshop – Learn the skills to make walks enjoyable for BOTH you and your pup!

01/11/2025

A dogs' neck is as vulnerable as our own.

01/07/2025

01/05/2025

RIP to Karen Pryor who had a huge hand in shaping how we work with animals today. Her ground breaking book "Don't Shoot the Dog" 1984 has inspired many a trainer since.

https://karenwpryor.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHm_uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZvNmAf0LdJzP3GDxewXJzTwAsrrNrRksyAXxjrJEGyJCVWWFF_rpof6tQ_aem_L8aV4nuZalfedS9SE_K1kA

About Karen Pryor Karen Pryor, publicity photo for Oceanic Institute, about 1968. Karen Pryor had many interests. She was an observer of the smallest detail (as a child she studied butterfly anatomy) but what made her life’s work exceptional was that she also saw the big picture. It would have bee...

12/05/2024

Body work.

Body work comes in many forms from massage to t-touch. It is not only to help relax your dog, but to build the bond between you and to keep yourself familiar with what is normal on your dogs' skin and body so you can know early if something changes.

Reactive dogsl carry a lot of tension in their body, particularly the face. We have contractors outside today fixing siding, so lots of banging which triggers barking. Managed to get Oona on the couch for some body work, what I'm doing here is helping release some of that tension in her face and around her muzzle.

If you'd like to book a session to talk about body work and practice with your dog, send a message or give me a call.

Rebecca Champagne-CBCC-KA

11/08/2024

I know many of my clients have cats as well as dogs. Be mindful of these dangerous plants this holiday season.

11/08/2024

Come join me November 16 for a 2 hour loose leash walking workshop at Canine Connection Training Centre Inc.
Did you know a walk starts before you even leave the house? A disregulated or over-excited dog cannot be expected to walk properly on leash or be open to leaning how.
Learn what to do in the home and then the techniques for maintaining a Loose Leash!