Mini Holiday Pet Portrait Photo Sessions in Milton

It’s that time of year once again ... the cold is in the air, and the holidays are just around the corner.

This year we will be sponsoring a Mini Holiday Photo Session captured by Chickadoo Expressions Photography & Design (yes you will also see me behind the lens) for our canine companions along side Woof Walking & Co., and Mutt Life.

A portion of proceeds from the sessions will be donated to the Jack Russell Rescue of Ontario.

The holiday photo sessions will take place outdoors with a gorgeous backdrop at The Gallery Upstairs at Harrop Restaurant 345 Steeles Ave. Milton. on Sunday December 1st starting at 11:00am. Our focus is on the dogs, but if a human wants to jump in on a shot, you are welcome to. Please see the above flyer for details. Spaces are limited.

To book a space for your dog (and possibly a human or two) you can either contact dogtraining101@hotmail.com or info@chickadoo.com to reserve your spot.

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Puppy Class in Milton

We don't run them often, but every now and then we offer a Puppy Class for young pups under 16 weeks of age.

This class introduces your puppy to training in a fun, positive way, emphasizing focus and self control as well as teaching the sit, down and come. We do a little socialization work as well.

Class runs for 4 weeks, 45 minutes once a week, cost is $100 plus HST.

This is a great base to start with before entering the more challenging and structured Basic Class.

This class runs on a per interest basis and is scheduled for Thursday evenings starting in November, 6:30-7:15pm. We have two spaces available.

Contact us at dogtraining101@hotmail.com if you are interested in signing up or visit our website for more details:

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Happy Halloween - Dog Training Milton Ontario

Just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy and Safe Halloween.

Make sure to secure your pets properly to keep them safe.

Enjoy everyone!!!

 

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Thursday Evening Dog Obedience Classes in Milton

We will have another Smart Dogs Basic Class running Thursday evenings starting November 7th, 7:30-8:30pm.

This class helps you teach your dog all of the basics (sit, down, stay, come, heel) in a group environment, under distraction, and emphasizes control and focus.

Class runs for 7 weeks, one hour a week, cost is $200 plus HST.

We will also have a Smart Puppy Class running Thursday evenings starting in November, 6:30-7:15pm. 

This class introduces your puppy to training in a fun, positive way, emphasizing focus and self control as well as teaching the sit, down and come. We do a little socialization work as well.

Class runs for 4 weeks, 45 minutes once a week, cost is $100 plus HST.

Watch for our upcoming SMALL DOG SOCIAL GROUP in partnership with Woof Walking and Co. Details to follow soon.

Please contact us at dogtraining101@hotmail.com or visit the website for more details:

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Happy Thanksgiving! From Smart Dogs Canine Training

Wishing everyone a happy, safe and food filled Thanksgiving long weekend!!

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Dog Poop and Walking Paths

I'm not typically an internet ranter, and I apologize to those who loath reading internet rants, but here goes:

Why is it that there are still dog owners out there that don't feel the slightest responsibility to clean up after their pets? This is a HUGE pet peeve of mine, as this is one of the many responsibilities and obligations of dog ownership. My feelings might be a bit harsh, but if you don't feel the need to handle your obligations as a dog owner, and clean up after your canine companion, don't get a dog!

It amazes me the amount of ignorant people who let their dogs leave bombs along the walking paths (especially the paths around the ponds in this town), with no regard for the many other people that use those paths on their daily outings; be it other dog owners, parents and children, kids coming home from school, couples taking a relaxing evening stroll etc. It is absolutely disgusting to have to avoid 10 piles of steaming turds on a 50 foot path, like some sort of excriment slolum, while trying take a leisurely stroll out in the fresh air.

Worst of all, is the fact that young children use those paths to walk or bike on. The last thing I want to see is a child falling into or stepping on a dung heap left by some ignorant dog owner who feels he/she is above the job of clean up. If I can clean up after multiple dogs EVERY single time, with a three year old and a wagon in tow, then everyone should be able to clean up after their single or multiple dogs with no exceptions.

So if you own a dog, it is YOUR responsibility to clean up after that animal, not to mention that there are by-laws in place requiring your to do your duty. So man (or woman) up, and pick up!!!

Rant done.

This has become a rather disgusting problem in my area and over the winter months will only get worse, hence the rant.

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Dog Training Classes in Milton Ontario

We've got a few classes coming up in October, two of which will be indoor, the other will be outside braving the fall elements. If you are interested in joining us for one of our group sessions, please feel free to contact us at dogtraining101@hotmail.com. We keep our classes small (4-6 max), so spaces fill quickly. Below is our October schedule:

Smart Dogs Bootcamp - Outdoors! Saturdays starting October 19th - 1:00-2:00pm, rain or shine. This is our next step after our Smart Dogs Basic Class. We travel to different locations each week, preparing your dog to respond in high distraction of the REAL WORLD. Class runs 6 weeks, cost is $180.00 plus HST. We prefer that you have taken our Smart Dogs Basic Class, but will consider those who have taken basic training at another facility. For puppies and dogs 7 months and up.


Smart Dogs Basic Class - We are now Indoors until the Spring! Saturdays starting October 26th - 10:00-11:00am. This is a MUST HAVE class. Learn all the basics and teach your dog how to work and behave around other dogs and people. Class runs 7 weeks with an 8th week test, cost is $200 plus HST. This is a class for those who have had no previous group experience or those who have taken puppy class. For puppies and dogs 5 months and up.

A Thursday evening Smart Dogs Basic class will be added soon as well.

Smart Dogs Fun Agility INTRO - Indoors! Saturdays starting October 26th - 11:30am-12:30pm. A great introduction to simple equipment, handling skills and focus. Agility is a great way to strengthen the bond with your dog, increase confidence and engagement. We do require that dogs have Basic Obedience skills to join (sit, down, stay and recall). Class runs 6 weeks, cost is $180 plus HST. For puppies and dogs 8-9 months and up.

Join us for one of our classes, and check out our website for more details:

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