DOG TRAINING

Age Requirement: 7 months and older

Fee: $200

A. Car/Small animals chasing

Does your dog become overly excited when a car or truck passes by? Does he chase after small creatures like squirrels or geese? Living in Canada, we frequently encounter wildlife, and if we don’t manage our dogs properly in these situations, car and small animal chasing can lead to dangerous outcomes.

B. Excessive barking

Are you living in an apartment or condominium and facing complaints from management about your dog’s barking? Do you feel embarrassed by your dog’s tendency to bark at every little noise or distraction? Have you attempted using treats to divert the dogs’ attention from barking, but found it ineffective?

At CaptainK9, our training system T.H.E.M can help you solve the problems.

C. Running away

Are you struggling with your dog darting out the door and finding it difficult to call him back? Do you wish to give your dog more freedom but are concerned about his unreliable recall?

Over past two decades, we have assisted countless dog owners in achieving reliable recall, especially with breeds like Husky, Shiba, and Akita.

D. Reactivity

In Toronto, city regulations mandate that all dogs must be leashed in public spaces. Many dog owners are noticing reactive behaviors in their pets when they encounter other dogs or people. Unfortunately, this behavior is often misinterpreted as aggression.

The reality is that reactivity doesn’t always stem from aggression. Your dog may be expressing frustration or fear upon seeing different stimulus. The worst response is for owners to react to their dog’s escalating behavior with corrections or by tightening the leash.

At CaptainK9, we aim to teach you and your dog a more effective approach, offering alternative behaviors that allow you to navigate your dogs proactively rather than reactively.

E. Aggression Control

While much of aggression stems from fear, it can also be predatory or a behavior learned over time. Different from common issues like jumping or leash pulling, aggression is rooted in psychological factors rather than just observable actions.

To effectively address aggression, we must target the underlying causes and train the dog from the inside out. This means altering how the dog perceives and reacts to various stimuli, which in turn changes their emotional responses and ultimately their behaviors. Whether your dog shows aggression towards people, other dogs, or exhibits resource guarding, you’ve found the right solution.

For over twenty years, CaptainK9 has successfully trained thousands of aggressive and reactive dogs using our proven method known as T.H.E.M.

Our training system stands apart from other training methods who often resort to suppressing your dog’s behavior or distracting them with treats. Instead, we focus on empowering your dog to make the right choices, encouraging them to practice and reinforce the desired behaviors that will effectively replace any unwanted habits.

F. Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety can happen when a dog is separated from its owner or familiar environment. As inherently social animals, dogs often feel distress and anxiety when left alone.

This can manifest in restlessness, destructive behavior, or excessive barking and whining. In severe cases, dogs may resort to urinating or defecating indoors or attempting to escape from confined spaces. The worst we witnessed were dogs start drooling and self-harm themselves. Such behaviors can create significant stress for owners, making it difficult to leave their dogs alone.