Keep It Simple Dog Training

Keep It Simple Dog Training Quality obedience instruction using food, praise and fun!!! Puppy Kindergarten and Family Pet classes offered throughout the year.

Private appointments available. Specializing in canine aggression and behaviour problems.

WEEKLY TOPICS – CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURESUNDAYS @ 7:00PM – MEL – $35.00/WEEK SEPTEMBER 21ST: PATTERN GAMES - Pattern ga...
09/17/2025

WEEKLY TOPICS – CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
SUNDAYS @ 7:00PM – MEL – $35.00/WEEK

SEPTEMBER 21ST: PATTERN GAMES - Pattern games for dogs, developed by trainer Leslie McDevitt (from the Control Unleashed program), use predictable, structured interactions to help dogs feel calm and confident in challenging environments. They’re especially effective for reactive, anxious, or easily distracted dogs.
These games teach dogs to anticipate what’s next in a low-pressure way, building focus, engagement, and emotional regulation.
Please note that I am not a certified Control Unleashed instructor. I just have a keen interest in the games and what they can do for dogs.

Did you just get a puppy and missed out on our current session of classes? Why not bring your puppy out to the PUPPY PL...
09/17/2025

Did you just get a puppy and missed out on our current session of classes? Why not bring your puppy out to the PUPPY PLAY GROUPS in September and October while you wait for the next session of classes to start?
These small, supervised play groups will take place outside in a fully fenced-in area. Puppies will have the opportunity to interact with age-appropriate peers as well as have some time to engage with their guardians. The best of both worlds.
There will be a balance of free play time and some fun game play to promote value for being with their with guardians.
I had a great question this week asking why I needed a specific number of puppies to hold these groups. Well as much as I love playing with puppies, money is obviously a factor, but it is also important to have a good mix of puppies in a group. If there are only a few puppies then you run the risk of personalities being incompatible. With a slightly larger group, four to six, chances are that each puppy will find a friend with whom they are a good match play-wise.
Please email and let me know which dates you would like to attend. [email protected]
Please note that a decision will be made on the Friday prior to the sessions as to whether or not there is enough interest to hold the group so please reach out before the end of the week!

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.P...
09/16/2025

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.

Please email [email protected] for more information or to register

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH - 7:00PM - SOFT SNIFF PUZZLES - $35.00
ONLY ONE SPACE AVAILABLE
The World of Fabric Puzzles 🧩🐾
This evening we’ll dive into the wonderful variety of fabric puzzles!
When you think of fabric puzzles, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the snuffle mat, but there’s so much more. With a little creativity, fabric puzzles can include several different techniques and offer different levels of challenge.
From sniffing, pushing, pulling, unrolling, to nosing in: fabric puzzles have it all.
Tessa will bring along a collection of Puck’s fabric puzzles for you and your dog to explore.
Come join us for a fun and enriching evening!

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 15TH - 7:00PM - SHARE YOUR FAVOURITE PUZZLES - $35.00
ONLY ONE SPACE AVAILABLE
Puzzle Night: Share & Swap! 🐾✨
This evening is all about sharing puzzle fun. Please bring two puzzles your dog loves, homemade or store-bought, everything is welcome!
We’ll place all the puzzles on the table, and you’ll get the chance to try out puzzles from other participants. It’s a great way to discover new favourites and see what sparks your dog’s curiosity.
And don’t worry; Puck is sending along some extra puzzles with Tessa, so even if we have a few doubles, everyone will still get to explore something new.
Come for the puzzles, stay for the fun!

Please be patient as I am dealing with an overload of personal things right now and it may take longer than usual to get...
09/16/2025

Please be patient as I am dealing with an overload of personal things right now and it may take longer than usual to get to emails. Thanks for your understanding.

OFF-LEASH FREEDOM - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive do...
09/16/2025

OFF-LEASH FREEDOM - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive dogs please.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST: 12:00 – 1:30PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 5TH: 12:00 – 1:30PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 12TH: 10:00 – 11:30AM

Has your dream of peaceful off-leash walks on trails with your dog been put on hold and turned into a pseudo-military operation of constant management of your dog on every walk?

Sign up for this workshop and we will start you in the right direction of making that dream a reality by growing your dog’s freedom and transferring some responsibility onto them to make better choices allowing for more off-leash freedom when appropriate of course.

PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER

OFF-LEASH FREEDOM - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive do...
09/15/2025

OFF-LEASH FREEDOM - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive dogs please.

Three opportunities to attend this workshop.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST: 12:00 – 1:30PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 5TH: 12:00 – 1:30PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 12TH: 10:00 – 11:30AM

Has your dream of peaceful off-leash walks on trails with your dog been put on hold and turned into a pseudo-military operation of constant management of your dog on every walk?

Sign up for this workshop and we will start you in the right direction of making that dream a reality by growing your dog’s freedom and transferring some responsibility onto them to make better choices allowing for more off-leash freedom when appropriate of course.

PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.P...
09/15/2025

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.

Please email [email protected] for more information or to register

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH - 7:00PM - SOFT SNIFF PUZZLES - $35.00
ONE SPOT OPEN
The World of Fabric Puzzles 🧩🐾
This evening we’ll dive into the wonderful variety of fabric puzzles!
When you think of fabric puzzles, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the snuffle mat, but there’s so much more. With a little creativity, fabric puzzles can include several different techniques and offer different levels of challenge.
From sniffing, pushing, pulling, unrolling, to nosing in: fabric puzzles have it all.
Tessa will bring along a collection of Puck’s fabric puzzles for you and your dog to explore.
Come join us for a fun and enriching evening!

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 15TH - 7:00PM - SHARE YOUR FAVOURITE PUZZLES - $35.00
ONE SPOT OPEN
Puzzle Night: Share & Swap! 🐾✨
This evening is all about sharing puzzle fun. Please bring two puzzles your dog loves, homemade or store-bought, everything is welcome!
We’ll place all the puzzles on the table, and you’ll get the chance to try out puzzles from other participants. It’s a great way to discover new favourites and see what sparks your dog’s curiosity.
And don’t worry; Puck is sending along some extra puzzles with Tessa, so even if we have a few doubles, everyone will still get to explore something new.
Come for the puzzles, stay for the fun!

RETRIEVE GAMES - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive dogs ...
09/15/2025

RETRIEVE GAMES - Dogs of any age welcome. Must be comfortable in a group setting of dogs and people. No aggressive dogs please.

Three chances to attend this workshop!

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST: 10:00 – 11:30AM
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH: 12:00 – 1:30PM
SUNDAY OCTOBER 19TH: 10:00 – 11:30AM

Some dogs are born to be natural retrievers, others need to be taught this fun game. This workshop will give you tons of games-based training ideas to satisfy your retrieve-crazy dog as well ignite that spark in your dog who isn’t quite so sure what all the fuss is about.

PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER

I have been toying around with this idea for awhile, but for now I am just putting out some feelers to see if there woul...
09/14/2025

I have been toying around with this idea for awhile, but for now I am just putting out some feelers to see if there would be any interest. With the school year gearing up I thought it might be a good time to try it out as many puppies might be left at home for longer periods of time.

Most day cares do not accept puppies until they are at least six months old for many very good reasons. It is difficult to separate puppies and adult dogs who may not play together well. Puppies require a lot more rest time than adult dogs. Puppies also require a lot more attention and clean up 🤣

If there is enough interest I would offer this service two days a week, Monday and Thursday. 8:00am- 5:30pm.

Small group of between four and six puppies.

Puppies will have the opportunity to play with each other but will also get some foundation training from me including crate training and boundary training for calmness, value for proximity games, disengagement games, sensory enrichment through sniffy games and proprioceptive activities and some confidence/optimism games.

The extra attention, cleaning, etc for this service will be reflected in the price.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please email [email protected] for more information.

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.P...
09/13/2025

Tessa from Puzzle Dog and Mel from Keep It Simple are excited to offer two more PUZZLE NIGHTS in September and October.

Please email [email protected] for more information or to register

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH - 7:00PM - SOFT SNIFF PUZZLES - $35.00
FULL(we will take names for a wait list)
The World of Fabric Puzzles 🧩🐾
This evening we’ll dive into the wonderful variety of fabric puzzles!
When you think of fabric puzzles, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the snuffle mat, but there’s so much more. With a little creativity, fabric puzzles can include several different techniques and offer different levels of challenge.
From sniffing, pushing, pulling, unrolling, to nosing in: fabric puzzles have it all.
Tessa will bring along a collection of Puck’s fabric puzzles for you and your dog to explore.
Come join us for a fun and enriching evening!

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 15TH - 7:00PM - SHARE YOUR FAVOURITE PUZZLES - $35.00
ONLY TWO SPACES AVAILABLE
Puzzle Night: Share & Swap! 🐾✨
This evening is all about sharing puzzle fun. Please bring two puzzles your dog loves, homemade or store-bought, everything is welcome!
We’ll place all the puzzles on the table, and you’ll get the chance to try out puzzles from other participants. It’s a great way to discover new favourites and see what sparks your dog’s curiosity.
And don’t worry; Puck is sending along some extra puzzles with Tessa, so even if we have a few doubles, everyone will still get to explore something new.
Come for the puzzles, stay for the fun!

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