Leigh Sutherland Dog Training

02/09/2024

I was in Edmonton for a seminar on the weekend. The speaker was great, the networking was worth the trip, and I was sharing knowledge with my dog training colleagues with Mungo’s Books.

For those interested in what continuing education looks like for a professional dog trainer, the seminar was “Predatory Substitute Training” presented by German dog trainer, Simone Mueller.

And for those really interested, you can get her books in Canada at Mungo's Books for Dog People (me).

Hint:
The solution starts with the relationship-building that you & your dog do with me.🙂

Now, get some extra training done before the long weekend is over! 😉

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31/08/2024

I strongly agree.

25/08/2024

If you’re interested in seeing some of the very specific and fascinating dog book titles that are available these days, I’m featuring some of the books that I carry at Mungo's Books for Dog People.

I curate these books for professional dog trainers, serious dog enthusiasts and people who just love dogs.

This is the latest knowledge that we have about living with and working with dogs.

When we know better, we do better.❤️

19/08/2024

A cancer diagnosis is something that loved ones in my little circle are living with and journeying through. It changes your perspective and affects how you view everything that lies before you. It reminds us that there is so much that is not within our control. And it always feels incredibly unfair.

It makes me feel helpless, because I desperately wish that I could do more.

This. This run is what I can do, and I do it every year. Raising funds for cancer research feels like something that might be a part of making a real difference. It's small, but if I can encourage other people to contribute to my effort, then we can all do more together.

I run in the name of my friend, Aileen, and my mum's dear friend, Ann. I run for Greg, Patrick, Barb, John, Mike, Kristin, Susan, Mena, Anthony, Linda and so many people now that I can't even list them all here. I run for my amazing friends and family members who have chosen to keep their journeys private. And I run so proudly for hope, because we all need that.

Please consider a donation to the Terry Fox Foundation in the name of somebody you love. If you share their name with me, I will hold them in my thoughts while I run on September 15th.

https://run.terryfox.ca/page/leighsutherland

With love and thanks,
Leigh

17/08/2024

Feeling safe should be the place where we begin…for all of us.

11/08/2024

I’m at Calgary Marda Gras Street Festival today until 5:00!

It’s a gorgeous day!☀️
Come down to 33 Ave in Marda Loop.

I have lots of canine enrichment products & interactive toys! And you can talk to me about your dog as much as you want.🙂
There is music, food & vendors for blocks!
And there are dogs and people everywhere!

It’s my last public event of 2024, so send me all of your friends who need to talk to a dog trainer.😉

09/08/2024

LAST PUBLIC EVENT OF THE YEAR!!

I will be at Calgary Marda Gras Street Festival
this Sunday, August 11th!
10:00 to 5:00
33 Ave SW in Marda Loop
(I’m between 19 St & 20 St SW.)

This is your chance to come and talk to me about dog training in person.

And I’ll have a booth full of all of my Mungo’s line of interactive toys & enrichment products!

It’s going to be a beautiful day for a street festival!☀️

Come and see me. I’d love to chat with you about your dog!🙂

09/08/2024

Look how cute this dog is!!!🥰

Jake recently had his last training session with me and was a star! (So was his person!😉)

This client booked their training early in Jake’s puppyhood, so that they could start out on the right paw and had answers to all of their questions along the way.

Early training guidance is the best investment that you can make in your dog.❤️

27/07/2024

I’m at Inglewood SunFest all day today!

9th Avenue SE in Calgary until 7:00 pm
(I’m between 13th & 14th Streets SE.)

Today is a nice break from all of that oppressive heat, so come down and see me and enjoy the street festival too!🙂

20/07/2024

If you have a dog or are thinking about getting a dog, I have a great place for you to visit today!🐾

I’m at Langdon Days to talk about dog training and also have a full booth of canine enrichment products, LOTS of interactive toys & puzzles, and ideas to help you and your dog have even more fun together.

I have room for new private training clients, starting as soon as next week!
Custom-designed sessions at your home on your schedule!
And a 4-week Dog Training for Kids program too!

I’m a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with 22 years of pro training experience and extensive continuing education.

Let me show you what a difference some guidance and positive reinforcement can do.

Langdon Park
12:00 to 5:00
Saturday, July 20, 2024
(I’m in front of the red Fieldhouse.)

Come and see me. I would love to talk to you about your dog!🙂

08/07/2024

Perspective😉

28/06/2024

Spend some time relaxing with your dog over the long weekend.

Let your dog sniff away, while you breathe in the fresh air and sunshine along the way.☀️

Enjoy!🙂

21/06/2024

Come and see me in Strathmore tomorrow!😃

I would love to talk to you about your dog AND I’ll have so many cool dog toys & enrichment products - most of them made by me right in Langdon!

Bark in the Park
Saturday, June 22, 2024
10:00 to 2:00
Kinsmen Park in Strathmore AB

This is a fun event - so much to see & do and the weather is going to beautiful!☀️

I’ll see you there!

18/06/2024

13/06/2024

I gave Wren a bath yesterday.

When we were done, she zoomed around for a minute and then asked to go outside.

She’s a little old lady. What could go wrong?

Well! She came in covered in mud! These pictures were taken AFTER I tried to clean her up and do NOT reflect the amount of mud she was covered in underneath.

UPDATE:
I gave Wren TWO baths yesterday. And I think that we both learned something. 😁

02/06/2024

Talking about dog training at the 4th Street Lilac Festival!

It’s going to be gorgeous all day!☀️

Come and see me on 17th Ave by 2nd St SW. I’ll be here until 6:00.

01/06/2024

It’s a beautiful day at North Glenmore Park!☀️

The Calgary Humane Society Dog Jog runs until 3:00 today!

There are dogs everywhere and so much to see and do! Bring your dog down for a fun day out.😀

31/05/2024

I’m on the move this weekend!

I’m excited to be talking about dogs at THREE Calgary events - ALL weekend long!

If you’ve been pondering hiring a dog trainer, this is a great chance to meet me and see how I can help you. AND I’ll have lots of interactive toys, enrichment products & healthy treats for your dog, too!😀

Come and find me here:

FRIDAY, May 31
Furry Friday Patio Night at Ranchmans Calgary
5:00 to 9:00
9615 MacLeod Trail
There will be music, games, food & drinks, even a dog-friendly menu! AND there will be dog-related vendors, including me with lots of toys & treats 🙂, for a bit of shopping while you & your friends hang out with your dogs on the patio. It’s a great way to spend a Friday night!

SATURDAY, June 1
Calgary Humane Society Dog Jog
10:00 to 3:00
North Glenmore Park
This is a big fundraiser for the Calgary Humane Society. AND there is a fun Family Festival for everybody, with activities, kids’ zone, bouncy castles, agility course, food trucks, beer garden, and a market full of dog-related businesses! I’ll be there with LOTS of toys, enrichment ideas & treats!🙂

SUNDAY, June 2
4th Street Lilac Festival
10:00 to 6:00
4 St from 12 Ave to Elbow Dr
AND up & down 17 Ave
**Please come & find me east on 17 Ave by the stage & food trucks.**
Music, art & so many local businesses, including me!🙂 It’s always great vibes at the Lilac Festival!
I’ll be there to happily talk dogs all day and will have my Mungo’s line of dog products for you - Snuffle Mats & Snuffle Balls, fetch toys, tug toys & more!

There’s something for everybody this weekend!
I’ll see you there!🙂

26/04/2024

This is an excellent video to illustrate consent from dogs when it comes to being petted.

Dogs should absolutely be allowed to say, “No, thanks”…just like we can.

I talk a lot about agency and how it impacts quality of life, and I think that this is worth the watch.

A lot of dogs don't actually like being patted. Those that do, often have preferences as to where they'd like to be touched. This video explains how to ask y...

20/04/2024

I’m not looking for a dog right now, so if I stay in my booth and avoid all of the rescues at PetFest, I’ll be fine.😉

But I can’t help who my neighbours are.🤷‍♀️

Border Collies on one side and adoptable dogs on the other side. It’s like a test of my willpower!

19/04/2024

I’m all set up for PetFest at Spruce Meadows all weekend!

Come and chat with me about your dog and shop all of these great toys & enrichment products.

The hall is full of pet-related vendors with exciting demos & shows each day!

Today 12:00 to 8:00
Sat 10:00 to 6:00
Sun 10:00 to 5:00

17/04/2024

THIS WEEKEND!!

PetFest at Spruce Meadows is going to be a great time!😃

Demos, performances & Corgi races!

Lots of local vendors with cool pet products & services - including me!🙂

And there’s a gift for the first 100 households through the doors each day!

I’ll be talking about dog training and will have a full booth of enrichment products & interactive toys.

Come and see me! And send all of your dog people friends! This is the perfect way for them to learn how I can help them with their dogs.🙂

PetFest
April 19-21, 2024
Fri 12:00 to 8:00
Sat 10:00 to 6:00
Sun 10:00 to 5:00
Equi-Plex at Spruce Meadows, Calgary

https://www.sprucemeadows.com/petfest/

16/04/2024

There is a world of difference, and this applies to all of us, including our dogs.

It’s not a coincidence that so many statements and graphics intended to refer to children (as this one was) apply equally to our dogs.

Self-regulation is something that many dogs aren’t given a chance to learn.

The feeling of true calmness in your corner of the world is important and necessary. We should all feel this.❤️

06/04/2024

Yes! This!

Every single one of my clients has heard this from me.

A sense of agency is a crucial factor in quality of life.

Making things predictable and safe is an important part of what I do - for humans as well as dogs.

26/03/2024

I’ll be at Energizer Night tomorrow at the Chestermere Rec Centre:
6:30 to 8:30 pm
Wednesday, March 27

I’ll be there to talk about Dog Training for Kids, so come and see me if you think your child might love this.🙂

4 private sessions
At your home, on your schedule
Custom-designed for your child & dog
All positive reinforcement & plenty of fun
This is a great confidence-builder!

There will be lots of other local activities, sports & classes to check out at this event.

And if you want to book now and get ahead of the rush, please send me an e-mail to get started.🙂

[email protected]

25/02/2024

A little bit of training motivation for you.😉