CommuniCanine

Would you pass this test??

In light of everything going on, I know we could all use a laugh right about now!

Many communities have gone back to tighter restrictions but that's no excuse to not socialize your puppy! Here are some creative ways you can do that while still ensuring you are safely socially distanced from others.

Meet Wilbert, a 10 week old Julianna piglet owned by Kayden, a lovely 14 year old boy. These two are here to show you that even pigs can be trained! In the few weeks they’ve lived together, Kayden has already taught Wilbert to fist (snout) bump, spin, close a door with his feet, stand on a skateboard (photo in comments), walk on a leash, come when called, go for off leash walks with the dogs in the forest and to be comfortable being left alone!

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This guy nailed it. If you don’t like something your dog is doing, pay attention to what YOU are doing that might be encouraging or rewarding it.

Puppyhood not quite what you thought it would be? Looking for some help with your little devil ? Check out our Perfect Puppy 101 online program, a self paced course you can take from the safety and comfort of your home that provides you with more than 20 video tutorials on all aspects of raising and socializing a puppy. Plus you get instructor feedback throughout the course! Come join our supportive online community of learning. Click here for full program details and to register: https://www.communicanine.ca/perfect-puppy-101-online-prog/

Oh boy, looks like it's time for these folks to brush up on their loose leash walking skills. Lol. And so many examples here of why not to use extendable leashes, especially with large or powerful dogs. The injury factor for everyone is way too high.

Luke, a 1 year old very energetic large mixed breed, was not able to settle and be calm around other dogs, especially the one he lives with. So much so that for their own sanity, his owners sent him to us for a Board & Train to work on that. After a short stay and lots of training from April, he’s now the chillest dude in the playground! (He’s the handsome guy lying calmly at April’s feet watching the other dogs play.)