Specializing in reactivity and fearful dogs. 3 of Hounds Inc. is a Calgary based company. We are dedicated to the human-canine relationship.
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Offering canine coaching. We strive to help you and your dog build a strong & balanced relationship. At 3 of Hounds we believe that no one training method works for all dogs – each human-canine team requires a different approach for success. By understanding your dog’s behavior, environment, and routine we will give you the tools to introduce and maintain good behavior, alter those unwanted behavi
ors, and provide a structure that makes both you and your canine companion thrive. Hannah has worked with dogs professionally since 2016 and is always working towards learning new methods and tools in dog training. She continues to develop a canine coaching program both in a group class setting and one on one to .help every human-canine team she can. Training is an ongoing process throughout your dog’s entire life. Dog’s are a commitment, build a respectful and trusting relationship. Hannah Daigle has been DogSafe(TM) certified (Canine First Aid/CPR), as well as a valid Calgary drivers licence for mobile services. Registered and Insured.
Muzzles aren't a sign of a 'bad' dog. They're a tool for safety and comfort. Whether it's for training, vet visits, or preventing unwanted snacking on walks, a muzzled dog is still a good dog. Let's break the stigma and remember: every dog and their humans deserve understanding and kindness.
Something I think needs to be talked about more...
Stop working against your dogs' instincts and start working with them. Our dogs may be domesticated, but that doesn't take out their predisposed traits and genetics. Know your dog and learn how to help them.
We love a good dog friendly space!
Everytime we've been here people are amazing around Trunks. So polite and always ask to pet. Trunks has become a lot more confident in this space. Probably his favorite spot now.
Ours too obviously.
ANTISOCIAL TRUNKS
Test running our long lines before they hit the store.
I'm completely obsessed with the material! Easy to clean, less likely to yet caught in the trees, and waterproof.
Drop a 🚀 in the comments for pre-order!
we're in for a heat wave next week! Get your prepared for it.
Stay safe and cool 😎🤘
🌼Stop and smell the flowers with your dog🌼
We tend to put a lot of pressure on ourselves to have these perfect walks, with a perfect heel, and a perfect dog.
Perfection doesn't exist.
What we should be focused on is the quality of our time with our dogs. So take a break every now and then and just enjoy being WITH your dog and not on your 📱
This weekend was filled with laughs, mountains, and wolves.
Flora is 100% Grey Wolf 😍
Thank you, Shelly, for this amazing experience
Reflecting on the realities of working with dogs professionally. From joy to heartbreak, the journey the last 8 years of my career has been eye-opening. Over the past year, I've witnessed the loss of four beloved companions, each with their own story. It's a reminder of the complexities and challenges we face in this field, from behavioral struggles to health issues. Currently, I'm grappling with the potential loss of another precious soul, a dog I've worked with closely. It's a heartbreaking situation, but we're exhausting every option before making any decisions.
Amidst the difficulties, let's remember to show kindness—to the dogs, their humans, the dedicated professionals, and the invaluable dog rescues who walk this path every day.
People with a white savior complex act from a position of superiority in an attempt to help IBPOC communities (IBPOC because we are on Indigenous land). In actuality, White saviorism generally ends up doing more harm than good. White saviorism fails to address systemic issues that IBPOC people face.
So in situations where a vet, rescue, or volunteer enters a First Nation community in aims of helping animals, here are a few things to consider to avoid a saviour complex:
1. Identify your own biases and actively work to address them.
2. Remember that animal challenges happens in all communities but FN have less resources because of colonization.
3. Ask communities what they need and offer only that support.
4. Don’t act superior to the people you’re helping.
5. Don’t be performative for your social media when it’s at the expense of an individual or family who are struggling.
6. Don’t whitesplain to us on our page plz. ☮️
The dog training world needs a reset. Everyone needs to stop attacking each other, stop bashing training programs, and stop talking s**t about anyone else, especially to clients! Grow up.
If it wasn't for the community I have, I would have quit a long time ago. This industry shouldn't be so cutthroat. It should be focused on helping dog guardians and their dogs be the best they can be.
Coyote families are under immense challenges when they are caring for their vulnerable neonate young. Please apply best practices for safe and healthy coexistence by using a leash when walking a dog. Coyote parents are protective and defensive when it comes to their young ones. A dog is like another predator to the parents and is perceived as a danger and threat.
Avoid intruding on den areas; never allow your dog to invade a den area off-leash, and photographers, please adhere to ethical guidelines when photographing wild animals. Learn about stress reactions (vocalizing, body gestures) that a wild animal may demonstrate and respect these communications by leaving them alone.
When you overstay your welcome in a sensitive area such as a den or rendezvous site, coyote parents may es**rt or "shadow" you away from this location.
⚠️ Coyote parents may bluff charge, howl, bark, pace back and forth asking you in their verbal and physical language to move away. Please listen and leave the area calmly.
Remember they are concerned parents who need to be sure that you (and your dog) are leaving and not a threat.
🐕🦺 Always walk family dogs on leash. Calmly leave the site and stay alert about your surroundings. Never turn your back and run.
Stay on marked trails when recreating outdoors and remember to never feed wildlife. For more information about using humane methods [aversion conditioning] to encourage wildlife to move away from an area, review our resources "Keeping Coyotes Away" at coyotewatchcanada.com
VITAL Reminder:
✅️Never use aversion conditioning [humane hazing] near a den area or near parents and pups
✅️Never attempt to engage with parents and pups, or interfere with a family while they are resting, eating, or caring for their young.
Our western coyotes are so fluffy! 😍
Coyote - Along the road. This guy is Looking in good shape for winter. Alberta, Canada. Coyote Watch Canada
Keep your pets safe and talk to your vet about preventatives. Avoid the pet store stuff!
Most ticks in Alberta don't carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease but they're noticing its spreading more across Canada.
📢Don't forget to pick up your dog's 💩 it can transmit diseases and parasites!
Backyard breeders and puppy mills have little to no regard to temperament or proper socialization. These dogs are neglected and lack proper care, which can increase the risk of serious behavioral issues.
This is not to say that dogs from rescues don't come with an abusive background, but it's not normally the primary issue. Genetics and early life play a more significant role.
When we're rehabilitating our dogs, it is important to watch for environmental factors as well as genetics. Most dogs from rescues our mixes and will display breed instincts that need to be addressed.
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Just like us humans, when we eat food that isn't necessarily good for us often, we feel like crap which can change how we feel throughout the day.
Note: this is not about pressuring dog owners to change to a raw diet. For Trunks, it made a difference. Even adding a bit of fresh food to their diet can change a lot.
6 benefits of having a challenging dog ✨
River walks incoming! It's been a while since we've been down here (it's 15 mins walk from our house).
Trunks thrives when we're out in nature away from the chaos.
Where do you go for adventures with your dog? Drop your fav spots in the comments!
**you don't get to know this spot 🤪 it's a little private spot for those in our neighborhood.**
A Dog Guardian’s Guide For SafetyIt’s crucial to leash your dog(s) when you’re in areas where wildlife is present. Dogs can cause significant harm to wildlife, and wildlife may also pose a risk to your dog. Respecting the wildlife in our communities is essential, as we have displaced them from...
Celebrating the strength, resilience, and achievements of those who identify with that word, woman, everywhere this International Women's Day. We move mountains together 💜⚡️
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This was such a big moment for Bruno. When we first started training, he would launch himself at the door, the baby gate, and on leash towards other people. No bites occurred as his owners had been managing a lot. Bruno's biggest struggle is trust. He's very bonded to his one human and tends to be territorial over his house. My first goal was to get him comfortable with my presence in the house. I didn't use food, but I told his human to guide him to place and reward when he settled with calm affection. I'd talk, I wouldn't move even if he barked at me, I showed him that it wasn't going to work. Once he started to calm down at our second session, I tossed food away from me to encourage him to take space. I didn't bait him to me at all. That is one of the worst things you can do with a dog like Bruno. And honestly... don't ever bait a dog to get closer to you if they don't want to. At our third session, we worked on going outside together and out for a walk. He was a bit of a space cadet and was very over stimulated by everything outside. It was a challenge! But by our fifth session, Bruno started to look up at me with a softer face. I'd acknowledge him in a calm tone and just let him decide how close he wanted to get. This video is at the end of our fifth session. Both his owner and I were stunned that he made that choice. I expected him to take longer than that. Note that I pet him for a few seconds to check if he wanted more and he asked for more. Patience and kindness go a long way. #dogs #straydog #rescuedogs #dogtrainer #dogtraining #bullybreeds #fearfuldogs #reactivedogs
Remember that we have to change our own behavior before we can change our dog's behavior. #dogtraining #dogs #yycdogs #doglifestyle #rescuedogs
A little background on Trunks when he went missing this time last year.
Serioudly though, my music is what helps me. Being a dog trainer can be very challenging some days. We take on a ton of stress and anxiety for our clients and help guide them with understanding. We have to find balance for ourselves too. #meditation #dogtrainer #dogtraining #patience #doglifestyle
⚡️Cooperative Handling⚡️ It's all about trust and understanding. I let my dog advocate for himself when he feels uncomfortable, like removing his paw to tell me he's over it. Using rewards and counter-conditioning techniques, we're making handling a positive experience. Now, Trunks will allow all his paws to be handled with the help of some dried sardines! Small steps, big progress. #cooperativehandling #dogs101#dogtraining #doggrooming
Separate your verbal cue and your hand signal. 🤘 Foster seminar for @heartmountainrescue An amazing group of people eager to learn more to help their current and future foster dogs. Thank you to everyone who came out and thank you @molliesmarketyyc for having a perfect space! #rescuedogs #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedog #heartmountainrescue #yycdogs #fosterdogs #adoptandshopresponsibly #bullybreed #dogtraining #dogtrainer #balanceddogtraining #positivereinforcement #trainyourdog #dogs101 #yyc
Training our dogs is about more than just commands—it's about empowering them to make choices. After all the time we spend teaching them, let's give them the space to practice their skills independently. Remember that you should be practicing those skills in a safe way, i.e., safe distance, leashed, etc. Don't put them in a situation they're not ready for. #dogtraining #dogs101
#drooling #yycdogs #dogs
Doing nothing can be challenging for our dogs. It's such an important skill, especially when adapting to a new environment. Go get a coffee/tea and go sit in a park with your dog. 🤘 #doglife #dogs #dogs101 #dogtraining
If you have a dog selective dog it's important that they can be neutral around other dogs. Parallel walks are one of the best ways to start! Knowing their threshold distance is key in this. Start with further distance and over time you can shrink that distance. #dogs #rescuedogsofinstagram #doberman #bullybreed #corgimix #coexistence
What is a dog selective dog? A dog selective dog is one that doesn't get along with certain other dogs. It's normal because dogs, like humans, they have preferences and personalities. They might not like every dog they meet, just like how humans might not like every human they meet. It's important to understand and respect a dog's preferences to keep them and other dogs safe and happy. #dogs #doglife #doglifestyle #yyc #yycdogs
This is how I handle Trunks. I will never correct him for barking at strangers pulling up into our driveway. I want him to know it's okay to be concerned but if I tell him to "out" and give him an alternative, which was to come to me, that's when he knows to stop. An alert bark shouldn't be punished, but you can give them guidance for what to do after you've taught them to stop. I prefer Trunks to alert me, especially when I'm alone, so it's not a behavior I will stop, but changing how he feels after is important. This takes time. Trunks is a nervy dog, but he listens well when I give him direction in most situations. Is it perfect? Nope, but it was under control, and that's all that matters to me. #dogs #bullybreed #dogtraining #guarddog
Let's focus on responsible ownership and education rather than perpetuating stereotypes. Bully breeds aren't inherently "bad." Yes, they can be dog aggressive, and yes, they can be human aggressive. They can indeed do damage. But here's the thing: ALL DOGS can display these behaviors, and all dogs can do damage no matter the size or breed(s). As responsible dog guardians, it's crucial to understand our dogs, their breed, and their instincts and provide them with appropriate outlets. We need to ensure they get what they need daily, train them, and seek help from professionals if necessary. I'm tired of hearing people demonize these breeds. It's also frustrating when people throw other breeds under the bus just to defend bully breeds. That's not fair or productive. Advocating for our dogs, regardless of breed, means understanding them and not putting them in situations where they may struggle. #bullybreeds #dogs #dogbreeds #nobsl #alldogs #dogs101
No dog trainer can guarantee results. #dogtraining #dogs
#doglife #dogs #dogtraining
It is crucial for our dogs to become well-adjusted and confident in various environments. To start, we first need to have a controlled space to introduce environments, sounds, and distractions. Slowly building them up to higher distraction areas. This helps prevent overwhelming our dogs and promotes positive associations with new experiences. . . . . We live in a rural area, so Trunks is used to quieter spaces. We often will take Trunks somewhere new to expose him to different stimuli. Training never stops, so remember to challenge yourself and guide your dog through the moments they find scary. #dogs101 #doglifestyle #dogtraining #yycdogs
Alright, so getting your dog to come back during their zoomies is all about making their recall word super exciting. Start easy, call their name, throw in their recall, and when they hustle back, jackpot them with treats or heaps of praise. Add distractions slowly, up the energy, and keep rewarding like it's a party. Make your recall cue the ultimate invite, so they ditch the zooms for some treats and good vibes with you. Stay chill, be patient, and soon they'll be recalling like a pro, even in the midst of a zoom fest. ⚡️🤘⚡️ #dogtraining #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedog #bullybreed #recalltips #dogs101 #doglife #yycdogs
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3 of Hounds Canine Services is a Calgary based company that provides canine services for your four legged pals, providing your dog plenty of exercise, socialization and affection while you are away. Our goal is to help eliminate destructive and anxious behaviours by providing a fun and social midday walk or visit to break up an otherwise long and lonely day. As a pack we’re constantly working on sit stays, down stays, and loose leash walking.
Hannah has worked with dogs professionally for four years, always working towards learning new methods and the science of canines and training. After starting her own dog walking business in 2016, she wanted to be able to help her clients and their dogs even more. Through learning about canine behaviour and training methods, she continues to develop a canine coaching program to help every dog and every human she can. When not working professionally Hannah works with her own dog, Raiden, on all aspects of training. Training is an ongoing process for your dog’s entire life.
It is the mission of 3 of Hounds Canine Services to be an ideal way for the busy dog owner to provide their dogs the exercise and mental stimulation they need to be healthy, happy, and easy to live with. In order to keep the dogs in our care safe and having a great time we are certified in canine first aid.
Through our Canine Coaching services, we strive to find the style of training suited for you and for your dog. It’s about balance and having a proper communication with your four legged friend, focusing on the relationship between human and canine.
Having a dog is hard work, it takes 100% commitment, determination and dedication from you. We teach and give you the tools needed to create a better life for both you and your dog.
For our pack walks we keep a maximum of 8 dogs at a time, promoting a safe walk and a contained pack who work together and play together. We rotate on leash and off leash walks to keep structure in the pack.
Hannah strives to accommodate all her clients and appreciates any feedback on other services dog owners require to keep their dog and themselves happy.
Hannah Daigle has been DogSafe(TM) certified (Canine First Aid/CPR), as well as a valid Calgary drivers licence for mobile services. Registered, Bonded and Insured (Profur Insurance).
