Brooklyn Adventure Dogs

20/06/2025

Hey my BAD buddies—just a little note from me to you.

As of June 30, I’ll be officially out of the office (so stoked I can say that now!!) until July 11. That means I won’t be checking messages, emails, or scheduling sessions during that time.

Why? Lately I’ve started to feel myself dropping the ball here and there—forgetting a text, missing a follow-up, losing track of time. (If you’re one of the amazing clients who experienced that this week… you know who you are. 😅)

That’s not the kind of trainer I want to be. That’s not the kind of business I’m building. I want Brooklyn Adventure Dogs (BAD Dog Training) to be consistent, clear, and grounded. I want you and your dog to have the best of me—not the burnt-out, scatterbrained version who’s running on coffee and crossed fingers.

So I’m stepping back to rest, reset, and refill the tank.
This time is for me—but it’s also for the dogs.

To every client who rescheduled instead of canceling, who gave me grace instead of guilt: thank you. Your patience means the world. I genuinely can’t believe how lucky I am to work with this crew.

Side note: If you’ve been wondering what services I’m offering right now… well, same. 😄

I’ve had more space open up, and I’m still sorting out exactly what that means. But once I come back rested and clear-headed, I can’t wait to share what we can do next.


BAD – Dog Training

19/06/2025

Miss Lucy the Goldie Girl came for a session today, she’s learning some loose leash skills, but don’t worry - she had lots of play in between learning new stuff.

18/06/2025

Burnout, doubt, past hurts, other people’s negativity and opinions. I’ve been through all of that, and more.

But this moment right here?

This is the point.
This is why I do what I do.

That’s Reg walking past another dog—no barking, no lunging, just calm, beautiful regulation. And that’s his owner, calmly handling him with so much skill and confidence that I wanted to click and treat them both right there on the sidewalk.

Today I’m celebrating:

✨ The people who hire dog trainers and do the home work.
✨ The owners who show up, practice, ask questions, and believe in their dogs.
✨ The dogs who learn they’re safe, and that they can choose differently.
✨ The quiet reminder that even if I get off track sometimes, this is where I find my way back.

Big love and huge congratulations to Megan and Reggie. You’re doing it. 💛

And to anyone out there trying to help their dog feel better in the world: I see you. And I’m cheering you on.

18/06/2025

Big day for little dogs.

18/06/2025

Woof Pack 6 week training class. Thursdays 5:45pm, in Conquerall Mills, there are 2 spots left!! Who’s in? (I am) 😍

📢 Last Call! Only 1 Day Left to Register!

Basic Life Skills Class
🗓️ Starts Thursday, June 19th at 5:45 PM
✅ 2 Spots Left

Build a stronger relationship with your dog while teaching:
✔️ Loose leash walking
✔️ Recall (come when called)
✔️ Focus around distractions
✔️ Everyday manners at home & in public

➡️ Sign up now before it’s full!
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/06b956e5/?categories[]=Group%20Classes

📍 Training held at Woof Pack K9 Lifestyle Centre

17/06/2025

Loki before and after a run with his buddies. ❤️🐕🐾

15/06/2025

“Your dog is doing the best they can with the education you’ve given them… in the environment you’ve asked them to perform in.”

– Susan Garrett
(adapted from a quote by Dr. Wayne Dyer)

12/06/2025

What’s your dog trainer’s job?

Is it to “fix” the behavior?
To correct your dog?
To say “no” loud enough—or punish them just right—so they never do it again?
To make it all just go away?

A dog trainer’s job is to address the behaviors you don’t like—yes.
But it’s also to understand where they’re coming from.
To uncover the why, so we can interpret what your dog is saying through their behavior.

Our job is to safely assess:
🐾 The dog
🐾 The household
🐾 The environment
🐾 The emotional state
🐾 The relationship
🐾 The routine

It’s to break your goals into teachable steps—and coach you through it.
It’s to build skills that help your dog succeed in everyday life.

When I show up, I don’t bring a magic wand.
I bring:

✔️ Education
✔️ Timing
✔️ Reinforcement
✔️ A fresh set of eyes
✔️ Skills—and a plan that actually fits you and your dog

This takes:
🐾 Layering skills in safe, low-stress environments
🐾 Gradually adding distance, duration, and distractions
🐾 Working with your dog—not against them
🐾 Always keeping the end goal in mind

The clip in this post? That’s me and Fox—with our amazing trainer Kristy.
It’s one minute of video.
But it’s months of work.
Months of progress, problem-solving, adjusting, and rebuilding trust and communication.

Good training isn’t fast.
It’s thoughtful.
And it’s worth it.

Thanks for watching. 🧡 🦊

10/06/2025

Marina showed up for her first shift at the office, she was the perfect little helper!

07/06/2025

I’ve kept you hanging long enough!!

Between everyday client work and a whole lot of behind-the-scenes planning, my schedule’s been full. But I would like to finally share what’s been in the works:

We officially have an indoor space for BAD Dog Training. 🧡

It’s a cozy, functional home base—perfect for:
🐾 Private sessions
🐾 Group classes
🐾 Drop-off/pick-up for walks
🐾 Day training
🐾 Calm, comfortable client meet-and-greets

Most importantly?
No mud. No ticks. No flies.
Just dry gym floors, clean lines, and a space built for learning. (Also a bath tub for muddy days!)

This space gives us room to grow.
To keep things safer, calmer, and more consistent.
To offer more flexible services for you—and more comfort for your dogs.

We’re starting small. But we’re starting strong.
And I’m so excited to welcome you to the new BAD Training space. It’s not the largest training floor, but it’s OUR training floor! 🐶

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🗯️ Fred (in the comments):
“They better not make me wear a name tag.”

07/06/2025

Some of April 2025 ❤️🐾

06/06/2025

Some April friends ❤️❤️❤️