Is your dog like a cirque de soleil act when they see another dog, person or wildlife?
Do they whirl, lunge, bark and leap around?
Whether the underlying feeling behind your dog’s behaviour is fear or excitement, your dog is struggling and needs some support.
This 90 minute workshop will help you better understand your dog's outbursts, and give you the critical with the information you need to help improve their behaviour. Learn safer leash handling skills, examine why more obedience might not be the answer your dog needs and learn about pattern games that can help the most difficult of dogs. This is a human only workshop - no dogs this time please!
Considerate notice: although this workshop is free, space is limited, so if you cannot make it please let us know as soon as you can so that we can offer your spot to someone else who needs this workshop.
A deep dive into the behavioural history of your dog along with foundation education for the human side of the leash. You will receive a written behaviour report within 72 hours, along with recommendations for immediate implementation, and the recording of your session.
SCHEDULING NOTE: We work as a team to provide availability sooner rather than later, and coverage to serve our clients more fully.
This means that if you choose "find next available" your consultation will be scheduled with the trainer with the earliest availability; then after your consultation the trainer closest to your location will be briefed on your dog's behaviour case, collaborate on your behaviour plan and will then reach out to schedule your in person session.
You may also schedule with the trainer closest to you by choosing accordingly.
Erin Barnes: East & Central Toronto & Virtual
Amy Kwan: Etobicoke, Missisauga, Oakville & Burlington & Virtual
Tasha Shaw-Verbic: Quinte Region, Prince Edward County, Napanee.
Training @Fearless Tails Facility. This service is only available to book if you are an existing client of Tasha's or Ty. If you have not had a behavioural consultation or it's been more than 6 months since your last training session, please get in touch with us before booking anything. Private 40 minute sessions (also available in 4, 6, 8 session packages).
Toronto East (SOUTH OF EGLINTON, DVP TO VICTORIA PARK). This service is only available to book if you are an existing client of Erin's. If you have not had a behavioural consultation, please book that first.
Less Stress at the Groomer & Vet - Orientation $187.00
This is your first step in working through your dog's stress with grooming, vet care and routine handling. We start with a 90 minute virtual group orientation covering the information and concepts that are essential to making progress with these behaviours. You'll begin working on at least 2 skills in this session and upon completion of this session, you will be able to book your private behaviour consultation.
This is your first step in working through your dog's leash reactivity. We start with a 90 minute virtual group orientation covering the information and concepts that are essential to making progress with improving your dog's reactivity. You'll begin working on at least 2 skills in this session.
Upon completion of this session, you will be able to book your private behaviour consultation.
Roaring to Relaxed for Reactive Dogs (OAKVILLE) $770.00
Helping your reactive, nervous, or over excited dog feel better about the world, while reducing the overall frequency and intensity of their outbursts. This intensive 8 week program will build your “reactivity toolkit” with a comprehensive training plan, human super skills, real-life strategies for reducing your dog’s reactivity.
Pre-requisite: Completion of the reactivity orientation, and behaviour consultation & assessment. Contact us for details.
If you’re struggling with being able to leave your dog alone at home, and want to get started on building confident alone time before the warmer weather comes back, then don’t miss this program.
Guided by a certified separation anxiety behaviour consultant, we will work together towards building your dog’s ability to be alone, so you can start to regain your freedom!
This is a group coaching program, you will work with your dogs on camera.
This program also includes
– 4 personalized weekly departure training plans each week of the program
– step by step guidance on working through your departure cues
– how to recognize often overlooked signs of anxiety, that might be ruining your progress
Separation Consultation & Assessment to determine your dog’s baseline alone time, dispel any myths you may be concerned about, as well as a discussion on how to plan out your various training scenarios based on your goals ( dinner out, a coffee with friends, a gym workout etc), adding departure cues, management and how to avoid common pitfalls. You’ll leave knowing exactly what your dog’s benchmark time is, how to set success criteria and how you’ll proceed with the training. Clients signing up for a package will have the consultation fee deducted from the total package.
This virtual group session is a deep dive into the foundational information you need to begin your dog's separation anxiety treatment, and understand the frequent myths and misteps that get in the way of making progress.
After the orientation you'll receive your pre-work (video modules and worksheets) and the link to book your orientation.
A short walk for a potty break. Available in Picton, Bloomfield areas. Wellington availability is limited.
We do not offer group walks. Additional dog fee applies. WHEN YOU REQUEST A TIME IT IS NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL YOU'VE HEARD FROM US. WE MAY NEED TO ADJUST BASED ON TRAVEL TIME ETC.
45 mins of pure, purposeful fun. The Happy Visit goes far beyond a walk — we weave in adventure, games, puzzles, even new fun tricks, all tailored to your dog's personality and pace. They come home deeply settled, fulfilled and ready to rest. Your evenings just got a whole lot easier and more relaxing. WHEN YOU REQUEST A TIME IT IS NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL YOU'VE HEARD FROM US. WE MAY NEED TO ADJUST BASED ON TRAVEL TIME ETC.
Our Play & Learn program is a structured half day program for dogs of all ages. Your dogs enjoy social time a small group of dogs that are matched for play style and personality. We don't believe in all day play, however, so we combine some basic manners practice, recall away from distractions, independent activities and group nap time. MONDAYS are for dogs under 18lbs. We currently have a wait list for WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS with our mixed size group.
This is the first step in the Play & Learn Assessment process. You and your dog will meet our the Play & Learn Supervisor. During your visit your dog can explore their surroundings without other dogs present, play and become more comfortable with us and the space. This allows us to get to you know and your dog better and observe their behaviour in what can be a very distracting environment.
One Way Transportation. We will arrive at some point within this 40 minute range depending on the number of pick ups/drop offs required, and will contact you to confirm timing. For Pick Ups: Please ensure your dog is harnessed and leashed, and has had a chance to potty before entering the car.
