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Cindy Peacock - Animal Trainer My training is based on a simple concept: reward the behaviours you want... In 2004 she joined the Calgary Zoo, and spent six years as a keeper/trainer.
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For over 20 years, Cindy has devoted herself to the care, understanding, and development of the human-animal bond. Her philosophy is that when we bring animals into our world we have a responsibility to work with them through training to not only manage that shared world, but to thrive in it. Her goal is to keep dogs in their homes forever, and help their human companions reap the joys and rewards

that such relationships bring. Her work started with fostering animals, working with each as an individual to ensure they would have the best possible chance for success in a new home. In 2010, she realized she could make a more direct impact by applying her years of experience and knowledge to working intimately with dogs and their humans, fostering positive and compassionate communication and a fun, meaningful, rewarding relationship. Cindy is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) and has served as Apprentice for the Calgary Humane Society, teaching behaviour classes and working on assessments of incoming animals. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT KA) and a Certified Behaviour Consultant Canine (CBCC KA) and has countless hours of first-hand experience working with almost every conceivable behavioral situation. Cindy volunteers extensively with organizations including the Animal Rescue Foundations of Alberta and Ontario (ARF), the Calgary Humane Society and Little Mittens Rescue Society.

06/09/2025
I am so excited to be working with this big guy again for the next few weeks. Such a smart bear, and he has retained so ...
03/09/2025

I am so excited to be working with this big guy again for the next few weeks. Such a smart bear, and he has retained so much of what we taught

30/08/2025
Elsa had a fun first day in private agility class
27/08/2025

Elsa had a fun first day in private agility class

Join me at 11am tomorrow!Topic: From Expense to Investment: Why You Can’t Afford to Skip In-Person ConferencesTime: Aug ...
27/08/2025

Join me at 11am tomorrow!
Topic: From Expense to Investment: Why You Can’t Afford to Skip In-Person Conferences
Time: Aug 28, 2025 01:00 PM Montreal
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Did you know that CPCP wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for Morag and Erika meeting in-person at a pet industry event last September?

Too many professionals see conferences as a cost they can cut, but the truth is, not going may be costing you far more.

In today’s competitive market, the most valuable opportunities, insights, and partnerships often happen face-to-face. While our American colleagues jump at the chance to attend, many Canadians hesitate and miss out.

Link in comments to RSVP for upcoming webinar! 👇👇

EduCanine

Join me this week!
25/08/2025

Join me this week!

Did you know that CPCP wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for Morag and Erika meeting in-person at a pet industry event last September?

Too many professionals see conferences as a cost they can cut, but the truth is, not going may be costing you far more.

In today’s competitive market, the most valuable opportunities, insights, and partnerships often happen face-to-face. While our American colleagues jump at the chance to attend, many Canadians hesitate and miss out.

Link in comments to RSVP for upcoming webinar! 👇👇

EduCanine

Baby raccoons are far too cute
23/08/2025

Baby raccoons are far too cute

21/08/2025

Make the most of the summer while it lasts with a Miniature Horse Adventure!

Join us on the farm just 10 minutes North of Cochrane for your very own Miniature Horse Adventure!

We have a herd of over 50 friendly Miniature Horses. Many are current or retired show horses, and they love to meet visitors and show off their special skills!

Here's some of the activities you could participate in as a part of your Adventure!

🐎 Meet the Herd
Start your Adventure by meeting the whole herd - wander through to pet and make friends with everyone, hear all their stories, and decide who you'd like to play with today! You can also visit with our goats, ducks and chickens for a full farm experience.

🐎 Basic Skills & Safety
You don't need any previous horse experience - we'll get you started on the right foot with a brief lesson in communicating with your horse, and how to stay safe.

🐎 Grooming
Brushing is a great way to start bonding with your new friend. Find their favourite brush, and favourite spot to be brushed. And you're welcome to braid their mane and tail too if you'd like - you can even add some sparkle!

🐎 Horse Agility Obstacles
Challenge you and your new Miniature Horse friend with an agility course. Over, under and through, you'll be impressed how brave and surefooted they can be! You'll learn to be a good team mate too, as horse and human need to work together to complete the course.

🐎 Tricks
Many of our herd love to show off their tricks - in fact, you'll probably see quite a few when you Meet The Herd! And if your chosen horse for the Adventure has any special tricks, we'll make sure to teach you how to ask them to perform so you can get photos and videos!

🐎 Jumping
Many of our Miniature Horses love to jump! We'll teach you how to set them up for success and soon you'll have them flying over the jumps - another great photo op, and demonstration of your new partnership!

🐎 Nature Walk
We can each take a horse and go for a walk. Take turns letting your horse decide where to go, or finding the best bits of grass for them to take a snack break! Enjoy the beautiful mountain views and do some birdwatching too - we also regularly spot coyotes, deer, moose, and elk!

Miniature Horse Adventures aren't just for kids! There's no age limit on pony fun!
With so many horses, all of whom can choose whether they want to be involved or not, and each with their own special interests and talents, every Adventure is unique!

What To Bring:

Make sure to wear closed toed shoes (both to prevent squished toes, and because farms aren't the cleanest for bare feet!)

Dress for the weather. If it's going to be too rainy or cold, we're happy to postpone and reschedule to a nicer day!

Whatever you need for an hour of outdoor activity - water, sunscreen, hat.

Your camera or phone - take as many photos of your adventure as you like!


How to Book:

Introductory Price: $60 for a one hour Adventure.

Includes up to four people.

Have a larger group? We can do that too, reach out to the email below for a quote!

Email [email protected] to book your Miniature Horse Adventure!

My heart is broken. There are no words for the tremendous hole that has been left.Julio came to us a 5 week kitten who w...
19/08/2025

My heart is broken. There are no words for the tremendous hole that has been left.

Julio came to us a 5 week kitten who was failing to thrive. Weaned too young and too fast, I had to teach him what cat food was by literally shoving it down his throat. From that day forward he choose me to be his mom. Even Vincent (my first love) accepted him, and he hated every cat that came through our doors. We often say that Vincent spent his last year training Julio to take over his role in my life, and didn’t leave until he knew I would be okay.. today I am not okay. I am not alone, but it still feels like it.

He was the sweetest most affectionate boy; he loved everyone but always choose me for cuddles no matter who was in the room. He had a purr that would break your eardrums. Slept tucked under the covers using my face as a pillow every night for almost 19yrs. Coffee this morning was lonely, it’s been 19 years since I had to drink a coffee alone in the morning.

He was a ninja and a hooligan, smarter than the rest of the house put together.

He’s been with us through so much, I cannot imagine going forward without him.

Had another amazing apprentice field trip thanks to for the great shots
17/08/2025

Had another amazing apprentice field trip thanks to for the great shots

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For over 20 years, Cindy has devoted herself to the care, understanding, and development of the human-animal bond. Her philosophy is that when we bring animals into our world we have a responsibility to work with them through training to not only manage that shared world, but to thrive in it. Her goal is to keep dogs in their homes forever, and help their human companions reap the joys and rewards that such relationships bring. Her work started with fostering animals, working with each as an individual to ensure they would have the best possible chance for success in a new home. In 2004 she joined the Calgary Zoo, and spent six years as a keeper/trainer. In 2010, she realized she could make a more direct impact by applying her years of experience and knowledge to working intimately with dogs and their humans, fostering positive and compassionate communication and a fun, meaningful, rewarding relationship. Cindy is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) and has served as Apprentice for the Calgary Humane Society, teaching behaviour classes and working on assessments of incoming animals. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT KA) and has countless hours of first-hand experience working with almost every conceivable behavioral situation.

Cindy is the Lead Trainer at the Kicking Horse Grizzly Refuge, the Head of Behaviour at Chasin Tails Dog Care Centre and volunteers extensively with organizations including the Animal Rescue Foundations of Alberta and Ontario (ARF), the Calgary Humane Society, Halo Husky Haven, MEOW Foundation, Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, and the Global Animal Lovers Society.