Think Outside The Bark

03/06/2024

Hi everyone! It's been a little while since you've heard from me as I've been in Greenstone, Ontario (13 hours north!) for family matters. I will be coming back to Whitby for the March Break, but then it's back up north for me until the summer.

If you're interested in scheduling a lesson or two while I'm in the Durham region, feel free to reach out via text at 289-923-7379 or email me at [email protected], and I can get you booked in!

12/28/2023

There is a local and fabulously talented young dog trainer named Taia, who is the daughter of proud Brooklin mama Kaylen Dillon. 16-year-old Taia needs your help winning a contest that would allow her to become an apprentice at Stunt Dog School!

Check out her video starring Fable & Willow, and vote for her every day! Loooove it! 🤩🐾

https://stuntdogschool.com

12/17/2023

Durham Region - Is your dog Santa Paws' naughty list? 🐾 This holiday season, give your furry friend the gift of good behavior with our exclusive Christmas Ready Dog Training Private Lessons—available at a special festive rate!

One 90-minute Private In-Home Lesson - $130
Two 90-minute Private In-Home Lessons - $220

🎁 Tired of your dog's jumping and overexcitement with guests? We've got you covered! Your trainer will teach your pup the art of a paw-sitively perfect greeting.

🎄 Worried about Fido swiping festive treats off the table? Our personalized lessons focus on curbing food theft tendencies, ensuring your holiday feast stays intact.

👪 Dreaming of a calm and joyous family get-together? Let us transform your dog into the star of the holiday season, with techniques to keep them cool, collected, and spreading cheer with their well-mannered behavior.

🎅 Give your dog the chance to shine this Christmas! Book our private lessons now, and watch as your canine companion graduates from the naughty list to the nice list. Act fast—this special Christmas deal ends on December 25th, 2024. Spaces are limited, so contact us today to schedule your dog's festive transformation!

11/26/2023

Is Your Puppy Dreaming of a "Chewy" Christmas?

It's that time of year when the tree twinkles, the stockings are hung, and your sweet but sassy little puppy can't resist the festive temptation! But don't worry, we're here to help turn those mischievous moments into merry memories.

Private In-Home Puppy Training Lessons

✔️Personalized Training: Tailored sessions to suit your puppy's unique personality and needs.

✔️Positive Reinforcement: We use fun and kind methods to teach good behavior.

✔️Flexible Scheduling: We work around your holiday plans to ensure your puppy learns a

Give your puppy the gift of good manners this Christmas!

🌟 **Sign Up Now and Make This Holiday Season Paw-fect!** 🌟

11/14/2023

🐾𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐈𝐍-𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐆 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆🐾

Ready to turn your pup’s mischief into manners? Private training is all about making life with your dog easier and more enjoyable by targeting YOUR specific concerns. Learn how to turn chaos into calm with fun, simple lessons that you and your dog will actually look forward to. No more pulling on the leash, jumping on guests, or dashing with dinner—enjoy everything that canine companionship has to offer!

🦴 Private lessons that take place in the convenience of your home & neighborhood
🦴 Fun & family friendly
🦴 Flexible scheduling
🦴 Serving the Region of Durham, Ontario

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated dog trainer!
www.thinkoutsidethebark.ca

08/17/2023

This is a super fun event being put on by the DRCA. Try something new with your dog at this gorgeous beach in Coburg. 🏖️ 🐾

08/15/2023

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08/10/2023

🐾 Learning how to train a dog is a beautiful process that relies on communication, trust, and nurturing a strong relationship. Many dogs demonstrate unwavering loyalty, willing to put their lives on the line for us. They function as both diligent workers and cherished companions.

❤️ vs 💔 Unfortunately, sometimes we underestimate the impact that our dog's can have on our lives. The pain of losing them can be profound, akin to losing a dear friend. Despite this sorrow, the happiness they bring shines even brighter. Even amid moments of frustration, we acknowledge their innocence and our role in any perceived shortcomings. And thus, we remain by their side, as steadfastly as they remain by ours.

✨ Loving a dog is a magical experience. It's an unselfish act that also contains a hint of selfishness. You develop a profound connection, akin to a parent-child relationship. You provide protection, guidance, and exposure to the world. All of this stems from your personal desire, without any obligation. However, in the tapestry of companionship, remember this: just as they need you, there are times when you deeply, unequivocally, need them—a beautiful testament to the intertwined significance of your journey together.

You're aware that you chose this dog, making them your own. You hold deep affection for them, and while some might consider it eccentric, you're certain of their love for you as well.

As you continue to navigate this shared adventure, let the unbreakable bond between you and your dog be a constant reminder of the profound connection that enriches both your lives in ways beyond measure.

🐾 I love my dogs. So, so much. And it's okay if you love yours too.

07/29/2023

Congratulations to the Smart Start Puppy Workshop graduates Kiara, Scout & Milo! 🎓🐾

07/21/2023

🐾 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 THIS WEEKEND 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐-𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩!

Over two days your trainer will cover essential obedience commands, socialization techniques, and address common behavioral challenges. In addition to the structured training sessions, participants will have the opportunity to engage in supervised playtime and indoor/outdoor exercises, allowing puppies to learn and explore in a safe and enriching environment.

Start Dates:

📅 Saturday, July 22nd & Sunday, July 23rd @ 10am-1pm

📅 Saturday, August 19th & Sunday, August 20th @ 10am-1pm

📍 Location: 2677 Audley rd, Ajax, ON

🌐 For more information and registration details, visit https://thinkoutsidethebark.ca/pages/smart-start-workshop

🌟 Highlights of the Workshop:
✅ Basic commands: Sit, stay, come, leave it, and more!
✅ Leash training for stress-free walks
✅ Proper socialization techniques
✅ Housebreaking and crate training tips
✅ Handling common behavioral challenges

06/26/2023

06/17/2023

Hanna and I are at Brooklin Creates today! Come and try out some agility equipment and see what other great stuff is in the park! 🐾

06/10/2023

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟲-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 & 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲
𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀.

This flexible schedule class will be running for 6 weeks on both Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

You will learn how to :

🐾 Fix undesirable behaviours such as jumping up, barking, and more

🐾 Stop your dog from pulling - enjoy walks again!

🐾 Create a reliable recall

🐾 Teach your dog the cues; sit, lay down, come, stay, leave it, and drop it.

06/10/2023

𝟲-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 & 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻! This flexible schedule class will be running for 6 weeks on both Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

You and your dog will learn tricks such as roll over, spin, bow, wind & more! You will also learn how to navigate the tunnel, weave poles, mini teeter plus other obstacles!

Registration can be found on our website under the 6 months and older category - Tricks, Games & Fun-gility
Register here -https://thinkoutsidethebark.ca/pages/tricks-games

06/06/2023

Master 6 weeks' worth of training in just one weekend! Join us for the Canine Connection 2-Day Dog Training Workshop and learn how to:

🐾 Build a strong training relationship with your dog

🐾 Create reliable obedience: Down, Leave It, Drop it, Come, Stay, Loose Leash Walking, Place

🐾 Read dog body language and implement safe socialization practices

Start dates:

🗓️ Saturday, July 8th & Sunday, July 9th @ 10am-1pm

🗓️ Saturday, August 5th & Sunday, August 6th @ 10am-1pm

05/24/2023

Congratulations to graduates Baela, Joey & Hattie! 🎓🐾

05/15/2023

05/12/2023

Now offering private lessons at the farm! 👩‍🌾🐶🐴
2677 Audley rd, Ajax.

Are you looking to improve your dog's training with one on one lessons? Not every dog does well in a group class and nothing beats personal instruction!

A few reasons you might want to register for a private lesson program at the farm;

🐾 You'd like to learn how to use our beginner agility equipment and/or teach your dog fun new tricks.

🐾 Your dog is reactive or over-excitable around other dogs/people.

🐾 You'd like to improve your dog's level of obedience (anywhere from Beginner to Advanced) around various distractions that the farm has to offer

🐾 Do you have a different reason? Let us know and we will do our best to help!

04/09/2023

Join us for the Tricks & Games class starting Thursday, April 13th @ 7:30pm!

You and your dog will learn tricks such as roll over, spin, bow, wind & more! You will also learn how to navigate the tunnel, weave poles, mini teeter plus other obstacles!

Registration can be found on our website under the 6 months and older category - Tricks & Games

04/09/2023

Happy Easter! 🐣🐾🐰

03/12/2023

New tricks & games class starting Thursday, April 13th @ 7:30pm!

03/08/2023

These two ladies want to wish you a happy International Women's Day! 💪👑🐾
𝑺𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒖𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆. 𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒓 𝒅𝒐𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒔, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒆𝒅 𝒐𝒏 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒕𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎.

03/05/2023

Super interesting article! 🐾

Marketplace sent the DNA of two mixed-breed dogs, one purebred dog and one human to four different dog DNA companies. Nearly all the results were different.