Kindred Canine with Jessica Logan

30/12/2024

02/12/2024

This lil' cutie, "Lucy", is about to finish her Kindred Canine puppy program. 🎓

For the past month, Lucy and her family have aced each phase of development, with a focus on secure attachment, so alone time is easy for everyone. ❤️❤️❤️

30/10/2024

Salt Spring friends, join me for an upcoming special event! :)

One Day, Two Dog Trainers
Ann McPhee, NADOI + Jessica Logan, PDT

Discover what truly makes your dog happy! Learn about sports, training styles, and games designed to harness your dog’s energy, potential, and unique needs.

Join us November 10th, 1-4 p.m.
Farmers’ Institute, Salt Spring Island
$10 per adult (12 and up), children under 12 free
families warmly welcome!

All proceeds go toward an Angel Fund, supporting those in need of vet care or behavior therapy for their dog.

Sign Up
https://jessicalogan.ca/do-more-with-your-dog

11/10/2024

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was helped by Jessica’s ability to tailor her training to where I was struggling with my new puppy. I learned that dog training is deceptively simple. Jessica helped us to understand both the how and the why of it all and work on establishing a good foundation. I also liked that she really considers the dogs feelings and needs, and doesn’t resort to harsh techniques that may serve the dog guardians, but not the dog." Team Bobchester

11/10/2024

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have been to Jessica a few times with both my dogs and each time, I am overly impressed with Jessica's depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise. Jessica demonstrates experiential learning which is hugely beneficial. She is right in there to show the way. I highly recommend her to help connect more deeply with your dog." Team Paz

30/09/2024

Social skills for reactive dogs. New class series using B.A.T. methods for addressing aggression, frustration, and fear, helping both dogs and their people achieve calm, relaxed behavior. The series starts with an online session, followed by four in-person partnered walks to practice in real-life situations.

Join us on Sundays or Tuesdays starting October 27. After over a year of refining what really works, I’m excited to offer hands-on coaching and real-world social interactions—exactly what’s needed for change.

https://jessicalogan.ca/behavior-adjustment-training

28/09/2024

Salt Spring friends,
Autumn Social Walks *New Times*

Sunday's Xwaaqw'um (Burgoyne) 10am. We meet at the old barn and walk through an easy path in the forest. A sitting spot half way, we turn back making it an hour walk. Bring a tea and enjoy autumn in beautiful Burgoyne.

Friday's Channel Ridge 9am. We meet at the Canvasback entrance by the mailboxes. This is an adventurous group! We are joined by health coach extraordinaire, Sheena Bailey Frisch and pro dog walker Fiona Walton-Bowen. This walk is 90 minutes with varied terrain and inclinations.

We might even get in some qigong in the forest!

(pictured is Sheena leading a few exercises for balance).

26/09/2024

I’ve become so passionate about cooperative care because of my journey with Phyllis. She used to be terrified of getting her nails trimmed—no matter what I tried, we couldn’t move past the stress.

But after 2.5 years (!!!), we finally have nail care that’s way less stressful. I honestly thought it was impossible, and now I want to share how we got there.

If you’re dealing with something similar, join me for a live 5-week course on Zoom—Wednesdays, 9–10 a.m. Pacific Time.

https://jessicalogan.ca/cooperative-care-1

18/09/2024

Myrtle's my old gal, she gets whatever she wants. ❤️❤️❤️

02/09/2024

Chronic stress in dogs can lead to a wide range of issues, from behavioral problems to serious health concerns. Just like in humans, prolonged stress can flood a dog’s system with cortisol, weakening their immune system, making them more prone to illness, and even altering their brain chemistry. These changes can affect everything from their mood to their ability to learn and adapt.

Is your dog showing signs of stress? Learn how to identify and manage canine anxiety with practical tips. Create a calm environment, provide proper stimulation, and build a stronger bond with your dog.

16/08/2024

Brilliant article by Know Dogs Allowed Canine Enterprises. The symptoms are in the behavior.

https://knowdogsallowed.com/blog/f/we-can’t-train-past-pain-%7C-kate-knows-dogs?fbclid=IwY2xjawEsVo1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHR7jwFxujuxcSdpX9Krx-GJl2Vo6KvCUo6zGUiRS7TOv1ePsEu5CM_8SKw_aem_GghNYpQjsm9dNEPj8YFaxA

10 problem behaviours that might just be signs of pain - by Kate Woods, IAABC-ADT, FFCP

15/08/2024

Dogs are the oldest animal companions in human history. Over time, we've lost touch with our innate connection to them, a bond deeply rooted in our relationship with nature and intuition. It’s not just about training your dog; it’s about understanding and connecting with each other on a deeper level.

New classes coming soon. Will be introducing Canine Communication courses and so much more. It's more about dog healing than dog training.

12/07/2024

Really love how the environment was considered for Behavior support.

If you've followed this page for any length of time you'll have heard me bang on repeatedly about the effect of environment on behaviour. Two of the very first questions I ask when I'm working out how to change a dog's behaviour are...

• Is the environment helping or hindering?
• Can I change the environment to make things better?

Here's a good example. This is the living room of a client who is dealing with aggressive behaviours from her dog, Lily. Lily is coping with chronic & acute pain issues which have made her protective of her body and very sensitive to movement around her.

Previously, the coffee table was closer to the sofa leaving a narrow gap where Lily would sometimes choose to lie. Lily's bed was positioned at the end of the coffee table in close proximity to people passing and with potential access points on 3 sides. This layout meant that people were often in very close proximity and having to squeeze past in a narrow space. Not great for a dog who is sensitive to people moving around her.

So we made a couple of changes -

• moved the coffee table further away from the sofa to open up the space a little
• moved the bed to a quieter corner of the room

These changes have created more space, given more options for my client to access/egress the room without having to squeeze past her dog and a quieter, less exposed place for Lily to rest.

There will be a lot more to helping this little dog feel safer and more relaxed around people but those steps come farther down the line. Before we start teaching new things we have to create an environment conducive to learning and if we don't we're tying one hand behind our back before we've even started.

09/07/2024

A friend's dog died today. The words she shared broke my heart, in a good way, the way that stretches us into more feeling. More feeling isn't bad. We don't have to hide that losing a dog is painful, sad, awful. She said, "And what a privilege and pain that is all rolled into one. "

Not all days are good, but sometimes bad days are a special kind of beautiful.

08/07/2024

03/07/2024

Team Max joined me for a new Walking Together program where we meet for a walk. During this walk in the woods we go through loose leash skills, recall, calming, dog-dog greetings, along with having someone to listen to your dog story.

Walking Together was inspired by the benefits of nature therapy, which when paired with the act of walking and being with your dog, there's a special blend of well-being that emerges.

30/06/2024

What can you expect from a behavior consultation with Jessica?

We’re committed to delivering real results through qualified clinical behavior therapy, grounded in 100% reward-based, science-backed methods. Our comprehensive behavior plans address your dogs's optimal development and tackle issues like fear-based aggression, anxiety, prey-chasing, excessive barking, and lead-pulling. If your dog has a brain, this is dog training for everyone.

Sessions are available on Salt Spring Island, with recommendations for dog-friendly accommodations if visiting, or online worldwide (PST timezone). In-person sessions can be conducted at your home, in Jessica’s charming training studio, or on location.

https://www.jessicabeck.ca/private-sessions-1