I'm so glad you're here! Something exciting is coming! The Pup2Teen Membership Pup2Teen is about progress — not perfection. Thank you so much for joining our waitlist for the Pup2Teen Membership! This membership exists to support puppy parents with pups who are 2 months to 2 years in age. Here is what you'll get inside... ✅ Bite-sized fear-free training content✅ Live Q&As with trainer Sandy✅ Downloadable tools✅ Private non-judgemental member community Also... ✅Stay for as long as you need! No...
2 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, We are excited to share our free live Puppy Biting Masterclass happening tomorrow, July 27th at 9:00am PST. Please share this awesome learning opportunity with anyone you know who has a puppy or adolescent dog. Click HERE to go directly to the webinar registration link. Join live and get your questions answered by a certified trainer. A replay will be available for registrants. Learn how to approach biting issues with empathy and a new understanding. Learn how structure and...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Summer is finally here...Hooray! 🎉 Our dogs love summer as much as we do! Dog having fun in the pool! 🐶Delicious summertime cool dog delights! As the days get warmer, our dogs should get to enjoy some summer treats on the patio too. Here are some simple, healthy and delicious treat ideas for your dog. Frozen cubes of homemade or low-sodium chicken broth, which you can add to your dog’s water bowl or simply give to your dog to lick. Frozen watermelon slice or cube (delicious, but...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, The flowers are blooming!🌷 I hope that you and your dog are getting outside more often to enjoy our lovely spring and brighter days! Photo by Jessica Christian on Unsplash 🐶Whether you’re navigating the whirlwind of puppyhood or working on fine-tuning your adult dog’s manners, every stage of dog parenting comes with its joys and challenges. In this edition, we’re diving into evidence-backed training tips, practical solutions for common struggles, and the latest research to help...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, I sincerely hope that you and your loved ones (including the furry ones!) have enjoyed a wonderful, restful holiday season! As the year comes to a close, I want to provide a few resources and also share an opportunity to join our upcoming webinar. Live Webinar Alert! We have a puppy focused live webinar (with Q&A) on Saturday December 28, 2024 at 9:00am PST. We are going to learn strategies to help with puppy biting, and also share some awesome house-training tips and resources....
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Welcome to the Daisy Dog Training family—I'm thrilled to have you here! As a dog trainer and behavior consultant, my goal is to help you and your pup build a happy and harmonious life together. Whether you're tackling puppy potty training, working on leash walking, or fine-tuning your dog's behavior, you're in the right place. Here’s what you can expect from being on this list: Expert Tips & Resources: Proven strategies to address common challenges and foster your dog’s growth....
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I hope you are enjoying our amazing colour-filled fall. I'm sure that our dogs are all enjoying the cooler weather! In This Edition Reactive Dogs Amazing Dog Facts Puppy Resources I'm Looking for Course Help My Daisy & Cooper in the fall leaves Reactive Dogs What is a 'reactive' dog? This describes a dog that reacts, or perhaps overreacts, to something in their environment. This could be a specific person (i.e. with a hat), another dog, or an inanimate object that scares them. I...
9 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, I hope that you had an amazing summer! We enjoyed some fun day-trips, with one of the most memorable being a visit to the Alpha Lake dog park near Whistler, BC. If you're ever in the area I highly recommend a visit. There is even a dock just for the dogs! Alpha Lake Dog Park Leash Walking Loose leash walking is a top training concern for many of us! Consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement are key when teaching your dog to walk on a loose leash. Every dog is unique, so...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, In this edition... Fun Facts About Dogs What Really Is 'Positive' Dog Training? What Is Enrichment? Upcoming Classes Vote in the "Best of Richmond" Fun Facts About Dogs Did you know that dogs may be as intelligent as a 2 year old human child? A very smart dog can learn approximately 1,000 words. Every dog's nose print is unique, just like human fingerprints. Dogs have 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, while humans have about 6 million. The part of a dog's brain...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read