Bark Busters Canada - Dog Obedience Training

16/06/2024

Wishing a happy Father's Day to all the dads, dog dads, and father figures today!

15/06/2024

This handsome Frenchie is Moca. This beautiful dog was giving his family some big challenges with his nipping and jumping. He lives in a large family, and everyone was trying to train him differently. Having a really clear plan and communication style has shown off his smarts and eagerness to learn! Great job everyone!

If you find yourself in this situation never hesitate to look for help!

14/06/2024

🌊🐾 Part 2: Water Safety Tips for Your Furry Friends! 🐾🌊

Your pup may be just as excited as you (if not more so) to splash around! Before heading to the beach, lake or even the pool, let’s make sure our furry friends stay safe and happy:

Supervise at All Times: Never leave your dog unattended around water. Accidents can happen in a blink!

Life Jackets: Even strong swimmers can tire. A life jacket provides extra safety, especially in deep or rougher water.

Teach Them to Swim: Not all dogs are natural swimmers. Gradually introduce your pup to water - just the paws and up to belly at first - with lots of positive praise and playtime!

Avoid Strong Currents: Be cautious of strong currents in bodies of water that could overwhelm even the strongest dog.

Rinse After Swimming: Saltwater and chlorine can irritate your dog’s skin. Rinse them off with fresh water after a swim.

Hydration is Key: Make sure your dog drinks plenty of fresh water. Drinking from pools or lakes can lead to stomach issues.

Know the Signs of Trouble: Watch for signs of fatigue, difficulty swimming, or distress. Stay nearby (or have a long line on your dog) if they tire quickly.

Make a splash this summer, safely! 🐕💦 Please share your photos of doggie water fun with us! 🏖️🐾

13/06/2024

This cutie pie is Reese, a 2.5 years old Maltipoo, who had definitively taken on the leader role in his household. He was rushing the front door, barking long and loudly at anyone who entered and pulling on the lead. While his humans learned that they had to provide leadership so he understood it wasn’t his job to protect and exactly how to do that, Reese learned to respect boundaries, that he can’t have everything he wants when he wants it and has started to learn how to walk on a loose leash. Good boy!

12/06/2024

Across most of the country, it is predicted to be a hotter than average summer. Make sure you're paying attention while you're outside with your pup! Know the signs of heat stroke. 

With summer right around the corner, knowing the signs of heatstroke in your pet is important. Take a look at the most common signs. Be sure to never submerge your pet in cold water if you think they are suffering from heatstroke, it’s best to cool them down gradually while you contact your veterinarian or nearest emergency hospital.

11/06/2024

Today is , and any pet owner knows the deep significance of this. However, not everyone who loses a beloved pet has the people in their lives who can understand and listen.

If you find yourself struggling to negotiate the grief of a lost pet, take a look for pet-specific grief counselling services in your area, or online. We are fortunate to have quite a few available across the country, like this one in Ontario.

For everyone remembering a beloved companion today, we see you, and wish you a day full of wonderful memories.

Ontario Pet loss – bereavement support In times of grief and loss, finding a community that understands and supports your journey can make all the difference. We extend our heartfelt condolences for the pain you may be experiencing due to the loss of a beloved furry friend. About Our Support Group...

11/06/2024

Monti was all smiles at the end of our lesson together! The 2 year old Rottweiler/Cane Corso mix is learning to follow his owners leadership which is helping this extremely protective big boy to relax! What a good boy Monti!

10/06/2024

09/06/2024

Say hi to Violet, a 2 yr old Boxer/Bully who would bark, had some dog aggro, pulled on leash and jumped. Her wonderful owner learned how to teach her, and she got it, and with the WaggWalker Communication harness, she learned to pay attention to her owner. Great time

08/06/2024

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07/06/2024

Mika the / mix wants you to know that she absolutely CAN stop jumping and barking at guests for attention.
Her humans connected with us, because they were starting to dread having guests over - Mika was just too much. They’d done multiple levels of obedience training, and Mika could do all the ‘tricks’, but she just couldn’t calm down. That’s why speaking ‘dog’ is always more effective for behavioural issues! Speak to a dog in a way they understand, be consistent and these are the results.
She is just a sweetheart, and of course got all the pets and belly rubs after! :)
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06/06/2024

While this may not be the best dog photo I have ever taken, it is an impactful one. The dog in the back is Shadow, a young GSD who could be fearful of new people. The first time I knocked on their door, Shadow launched himself at it, barking at me. He had been extremely scared of this new, unknown person.

I taught his humans how to show Shadow that protecting the house was not his job, and after some practice with some exercises, we tried knocking again. This is how it went. Shadow far away from the door, letting his humans make the decision about who could come into the house. Hooray!

While he did a wonderful job, this takes practice and consistency for these new skills to become habit. So, while there is still work to be done, Shadow is off to a fantastic start!

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05/06/2024

Uh huh.

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04/06/2024

Your dog is relying on you to protect them from danger, and that includes some summer-specific hazards. Make sure you know what those are, so you can keep your pup happy, comfortable, and away from the emergency vet!

It's wonderful to get outside with your dog when the weather is warm and the sun is shining, but they are susceptible to many of the same things we are, like sunburn and heatstroke. They are also relying on you to know how to protect them from other summer-specific hazards, so make sure you know wha...

03/06/2024

Animal shelters across Canada are bursting at the seams right now, and in need of various kinds of support from their communities. A truly special (and vital) way to help your local shelter or rescue is by becoming a foster home for one or more of their animals!

If you think you would make a good foster home for a dog or other animal in need, this is an excellent time to reach out.

The month of June is Foster a Pet Month.

Fostering is a temporary arrangement where you invite a pet into your home until they are adopted into a forever home.

By fostering a pet, you provide a safe and healthy environment for an animal looking for their new family while freeing up space in a shelter for other animals who also need help. Typically, the organization you foster for will provide everything you need to care for your foster pet. Animal companionship is another benefit for YOU, especially if you're unable to be a permanent pet parent at the moment.

Several Saskatchewan-based rescue organizations, SPCAs, and humane societies are actively seeking foster homes. If you're interested, contact an organization in your area to learn more about becoming a pet foster parent.

02/06/2024

01/06/2024

Meet Rocky, a 3.5-year-old Blue Cane Corso from North Vancouver.

This is a story of trust. Rocky is a sweet but anxious boy who is terrified of leaving his territory. He has had a horrifying experience being attacked by another large breed when he was a pup. He is also reactive toward strangers and dogs. It will take some time to work on attentiveness training and re-introducing Rocky to the outside world safely. Slowly encouraging Rocky will be a step-by-step effort by his person. Lots of time, patience, and respecting Rocky's limitations will be key! Keep it up Rocky!

31/05/2024

Shrewd advice. (Don't watch shrew videos, either.)

Hope you all get a good night sleep - no squirrel videos!! 🫢😄

31/05/2024

Blue-green algae blooms are bad news for your dog! 🦠
Check for warnings posted by the water, and on city or county websites, and follow this vet advice if you believe your dog may have been exposed.

If you notice any body of water that looks like this picture, never let your pet swim or drink it. If you think your dog has come into contact with blue-green algae, rinse them off immediately with clean water and get them to their veterinarian or emergency hospital.

29/05/2024

She's lucky that puppy grew up to become a doctor, too.

I'll be fine

28/05/2024

A gruesome visual, but important, and important information to know!

This tick has been hanging around for us to show people for a while. After months in a sealed container with no additional feeding she laid eggs. This gives you an idea of how long a tick can be dormant and how many eggs one female can lay.

Ticks have four life stages: egg, larva (infant), nymph (immature) and adult (mature). All stages after the egg stage need to feed on a host, or else the tick will die.
They feed on the blood of their hosts, and you and your dog look delicious.
They may be hanging onto tall grass waiting for a new host to stroll by. It might be your dog, or it might be a deer or rabbit that later end up on your property and drop off the tick.
They may appear as small dark specks on your pet's fur (larva stage). These can be hard to find, which is a good reason to provide your pet with prescription flea and tick prevention. Talk to your vet about which product is best for your dog.
There almost 900 tick species, many of which are capable of transmitting diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Alpha-gal.
Pets (and humans) may contract multiple diseases from a single tick bite. These diseases can be very serious and even fatal. The tick that your dog carries into the house can bite you and spread disease.
Never remove a tick with your bare hand, and never twist to remove it. Instead, use tweezers or special tick-removal instrument, to grasp the tick close to the skin and pull it out gently. It is important not to leave the head embedded in the skin.
If you remove a tick, place it in a plastic bag and take it to your vet (or doctor if it’s you that was bitten) so the tick can be identified and tested for disease 🦠
Photo Credit to South Shore Veterinary Clinic

27/05/2024

If you are planning to travel to the US with your dog anytime after August 1st, know that there will be new requirements in place for your pup. Take a look and make sure you are prepared with everything you need before you leave! You don't want your dog to be turned back at the border.

Animal Importation, importation of animals, importation of animal products, Traveling with Pets

26/05/2024

We get it, pup. 😆

25/05/2024

This gorgeous girl is Bella, a 6 year old Goldendoodle, who needed a little fine tuning on her walking skills and interactions with other dog besides her brother Oscar. In their first session? Her humans learned how to lead and correct behaviours they didn’t like in a way that make sense to dogs and Bella learned to stay away from the front door, that barking at people walking by isn’t nice and to stay out of the kitchen. Next session, we’ll be working on her not barking at distractions when on the deck. Good girl!

24/05/2024

Happy unofficial start to summer. 😆

23/05/2024

Dog noses are amazing!

INTERESTING FACT!

Did you know the dogs nose is the most sensitive part of the body to touch? Just look at all those blood vessels 🤯

These beautiful snouts also contain about 300 million olfactory receptors, in comparison to our 6 million in humans.

Plus- the part of the brain that is devoted to analyzing smells is about 40 times greater than ours !

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22/05/2024

It doesn't even have to be a heatwave for temperatures to become too hot for your dog in these situations. Check out these numbers.

Leave your dog at home unless they are welcome at the destination, and check the pavement or change your route to protect their paws from burns.

21/05/2024

20/05/2024

This little button nose is Pluto a 4 month old Toy Poodle! Her owner is a 1st time dog owner and Pluto's puppy antics were not always so cute. We're focusing on potty training, teaching her not to nip and socializing her in a healthy manner. Pluto still has a lot to learn but is a keen student and showing progress!

19/05/2024

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Just flew back from the Niagara pet expo … didn’t get my stinky sweaty tube sock 🤔. Should I write to WestJet? 😆😆