Imagine Dog Training

Is your dog agitated or in full panic mode from the cannons (Leslieville), fireworks, or thunderstorms?

For anxieties surrounding loud, specific events like storm phobias and fireworks fear, 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 (𝗔𝘀-𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱) 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 are a powerful option. They are designed to quickly quiet the nervous system, helping your dog cope and become receptive to behavioural training.

Talk to your vet about adding this behavioural support to your plan. Click the link in the comments for more information.

𝙄𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙘 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙏𝙚𝙨𝙩 (𝙋𝘼𝙏) 𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙜’𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩y?

A dog's behaviour and temperament can't be fully assessed in a single meeting or a one-time Public Access Test (PAT). True reliability is built on consistency in behaviour, which is only observed over time and across different situations.

That's why my Service Dog Team Success program is comprehensive: to ensure a happy, safe, and fulfilling life together for society, the dog, and the handler.

I employ rigorous, ongoing evaluation using multiple tools:

✅ Behavioral Checklists (BCLs)
✅ Public Access Tests (PATs)
✅ Training Logs
✅ Canine Behavioral Assessment & Research Questionnaire (C-BARQ)
✅ Skill Assessments
✅ Veterinary Clearance Letter

Choosing a service dog program is a long-term commitment—make sure it prioritizes real, consistent success in the world.

Click the link in the comments to learn more.

𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤? 🐾

At Imagine Dog Training, we use the C-BARQ assessment to provide an objective look at your dog's natural traits. By comparing your dog’s behaviour against a database of over 35,000 others, we can better understand their potential for the demanding requirements of a service career.

Read our latest post to learn how data-backed benchmarking helps us build reliable partnerships.

Link in the comments ⬇

If I could show you how to train your dog to listen while having a BLAST 🚀 and reduce frustration, would you want to chat? 💬⁣⁣⁣

Imagine a training approach that focuses on partnership rather than power struggles. That moves you from an over-reactive and controlling style to one that is calm, curious, and collaborative.

This shift builds connection and cooperation through mutual trust and intrinsic motivation.

Click the link in the comments to schedule a quick call to chat 👍

Let's talk about water additives and your dog's teeth! 🦷
Are you currently using any? Is it working? Any recommendations?

𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 '𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫'?

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal ruling has implications for everyone who handles a dog…even temporarily

The court clarified that under provincial law, liability for a dog bite or attack extends beyond the registered owner to anyone in possession of the pet at that moment—including professional dog walkers, groomers, and even friends or family on a walk.

This legally makes the handler the "owner" for liability purposes.

Curious, what do you think about this ruling?

Service dog access denial is unfair and happens too often in Ontario. As a handler, are you prepared?

These tips break down your legal rights, how to manage denial calmly in the moment, and the formal recourse options—from Human Rights complaints to police reports.

Know your rights, advocate for access. Click my bio Linktree link to access this blog.

𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙥𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜...
..sleepless nights, constant vigilance, and 'puppy regret' are common. You are not alone—nearly 50% of new dog owners experience the "puppy blues". 💙

Read my quick guide for sanity-saving tips and how to find joy amidst the chaos.
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https://imaginedogtraining.ca/blog/puppy-blues/

Five years ago 🥺💕

I must have puppy fever because puppy posts seem to be my theme this week.
Anyone else?