The Dog Philosofur

24/08/2024

This is just the beginning of the story and where we are at after the injury, but before the surgery.

08/08/2024

It takes a lot of time, money and dedication to be a good dog owner, here are some things to consider before getting a dog of your own!

11/07/2024

I get a lot of questions about boarding options so I thought I'd share the advice I give with all of you!

12/06/2024

Let's talk about why dogs of all sizes and even puppies do better with rules, structure, boundaries and discipline.

02/05/2024

I share my opinions on this question while out for a walk with my dogs on a beautiful spring day.

04/04/2024

Long title, but it sets the tone for the video perfectly.

24/01/2024

Let's have a chat about dog personality traits and these are different from breed traits.

25/12/2023

Happy Holidays and all the best in 2024!

07/12/2023

Your dog is always taking cues from you and processing what behaviors you like and what you don't like.

10/10/2023

Just after my last video Chickpea suffered a "spinal stroke" or FCE (fibrocartilaginous embolism). We were heartbroken as we had no idea what to expect or if she would recover, but after just 3 weeks Chickpea can walk slowly and carefully. I didn't include many specifics of her rehabilitation as it may be different for each dog, but I wanted to show a timeline of what we have done and potential outcomes for other owners dealing with this.

07/09/2023

03/08/2023

A walk n' talk about how I'm always reassessing what I believe in.

01/07/2023

Happy Canada Day everyone! Here are some fun shots of Chickpea and Penny catching balls and frisbees!

13/04/2023

Let's chat about some common stereotypes and misconceptions people have about breed traits.

07/03/2023

It's March and I'm back to training with clients and their dogs. With all the new dog owners reaching out to me I thought it would be prudent to discuss how much it costs to own a dog.

27/01/2023

There's a difference between training a behavior and managing it. We need both, but let's talk about the differences.

04/12/2022

A flexible routine means that I try to accomplish the same things each day with my dogs; walking, feeding, playtime, etc, but in a way that remains flexible for whatever surprises life throws at me!

10/11/2022

Why I Don't Train With Harnesses:
A short video explanation on a few of the reasons behind why I don't use harnesses for training dogs.

27/10/2022

Use Of The Place Command:
Let's define the place command and talk about how people are using it. Then I give my opinion on how I think it should be used and what it can and can't do.

05/10/2022

Some Thoughts On Socializing Dogs:
I share some thoughts on picking the right friends for your dog and the problems with "over-socializing" your dog.

25/08/2022

Random Thoughts About Dog Stuff:
Just some random thoughts about dog ownership and training for this video.

11/08/2022

Using Sign Language With Deaf Dogs:
In this video I discuss using American sign language vs more common dog training hand signals with deaf dogs.

14/07/2022

Training A P*e Spot In Your Yard:
Training your dog to p*e in a specific area of your yard can help prevent a brown spotted lawn! Let's go over the basics of how to train this.

16/06/2022

The dog industry is a weird, wonderful, yet sometimes angry and hateful place. Let talk about it.

26/05/2022

Dog Ownership in Hot Weather:
As the summers seem to be getting hotter for longer each season, I've amassed lots of ways to keep our dogs cool throughout the hottest months and while travelling.

28/04/2022

It Can't All Be Anxiety:
Many behaviors get attributed to anxiety when it really isn't the cause at all.

04/04/2022

Petting Strangers Dogs:
We definitely want our dogs to be social, but I'm not too keen on letting just anyone pet our dogs.

10/03/2022

Some Thoughts On Social Media in Miami FL:
First, my apologies on the audio, there was a lot of wind and traffic noise, but I like to make these videos out in the real world. I don't use a lot of social media for my business and here's why.

03/03/2022

Private Boarding or Kennels in Ocala FL:
I often get asked about what owners should do with their dog when they travel. Let's discuss the options.

25/02/2022

Obedience Refresher in Savannah GA:
I spent my February shutdown in the southern USA to enjoy some nice weather and recharge for another busy year ahead. Chris and I took the opportunity to refresh our dogs obedience as the winter months on Canada can be difficult for maintaining training.