In person classes at 82 Woodlawn Rd. W. on hold until May, 2023
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SPECIALIZING IN GOOD DOGS WITH BAD ISSUES
Would you like to work on your good dog's bad issues? Set up a Zoom session with us when it's convenient for you, to make positive change, or set up an introductory call to see how we can help you and your dog. (note: all bookings and purchases will be transferred to a secure site for processing) We also co-work with JV Training (who offers in person puppy classes and manners training), and with Kristen Smith of Smith Canine Academy who can offer in-person day training for your dog to follow-up your behaviour and class sessions if your busy schedule means you don't have as much time as you would like to work with your dog between sessions! Our own in person classes restart in May, 2023, find us in the north end of Guelph at 82 Woodlawn Rd West (opposite side of the road from Wal-Mart). If you are coming from the west, turn left onto Nicklin and right into the parking lot. If you are coming from the east, turn in where you see the big "Dog Training Center" sign. |
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We're all wonderfully different and your puppy or dog is a good dog who needs some training. No worries!
We are experts at assessing where you and your canine companion are at - and then figuring out how to get you to where you want to be. There's a lot of dog training advice out there - our experienced trainers find the safest and dog-friendliest options that work and customize them for you. We help puppies learn life skills and work to change problem behaviour like barking, pulling on leash, house training, biting, chewing and digging in both training classes and one-on-one consultations. We also are specialists in solving significant behaviour problems like separation anxiety. |
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How We Train
Dog Friendship respects the rights of each person attending our training hall or meeting with us online and is committed to providing an environment in which everyone can feel safe. At the hall, we wear masks and practice social distancing, have hand sanitizer available and clean high-touch surfaces frequently. Any behaviour that could be reasonably perceived as significantly physically, emotionally or mentally harmful to individuals will result in the offender being asked to leave. We use humane methods and the latest research to deliver results that solve problems -- and build lasting friendships between humans and safe, happy and well-behaved dogs. Let`s all look out for each other and have a great time with our dogs.
Our specialty is working with owners to create great partnerships - ensuring your dog is a beloved and well-behaved member of your family. And we support great relationships between people, dogs and dog professionals. We offer what we think are world class puppy training and life skills, family dog and dog life skills and behaviour programs at our training facility. We offer double gating for safety and our classes are both entertaining and well-organized. When you put this together with our caring, knowledgeable staff (who are always learning about the latest in dog training and human learning styles to make your experience the best possible) we think you'll find the best dog training school in Guelph and the surrounding area. We are a Member of Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers and support their comprehensive humane training approach and Code of Ethics. |
Brags and WagsOur clients say...
"After I tried your puppy nipping tips last week, I am happy to report my arms have no new scratches or bite marks! Thanks. " Trudy Holst |
Acknowledging Guelph’s History
Dog Friendship Inc. is a Canadian company doing business on the traditional territory of the many indigenous peoples. The colonial processes of early immigrants (Dutch, English and French) through which Dog Friendship’s owners came to live on this land - and so choose Guelph in which to operate the business - were deeply unjust to these Peoples. Colonialism continues to cause great harm to their descendants and harms everyone who has been taught racism as a way of life. Because of this teaching, injustice remains present today in individuals, institutions and throughout much of Canadian society. Dog Friendship Inc. endeavours to be accountable to this reality in ways that go beyond apology or a website mention. We consider ourselves allies of the descendants who lived on this land, and all those who have been affected by racism. We offer an online mentoring program for BIPOC people who are interested in dog training in Canada. And we speak out against voices that say that the only solution for Ontario dogs kept on reserve must be “rescue” and we offer our support to approaches that increase the welfare of animals on reserve. We promise to work for justice and equity through all aspects of our business. We promise to work toward honouring the ancestors who inhabited this land and honouring the land itself. This includes a commitment to seeking out products that will not harm our environment. As we seek to accomplish these things, we welcome your feedback and critique on our efforts and your suggestions for meaningful change.
© Copyright 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2021, 2022 - Dog Friendship Inc. uses positive reinforcement training and on occasion clicker training (or marker training using a word of praise) to do dog training in Guelph, Ontario and puppy classes in Guelph. Our classes include puppy socialization classes, family dog manners and dog obedience. Our dog training for adult dogs includes classes like Canine Good Neighbour, Really Reliable Recall, Agility Fun-Damentals and Sport Preparation, Tricks, Rally Obedience, Behaviour Adjustment Therapy (B.A.T.), Canine Nosework and Scent Detection. We specialize in puppy problem solving and behaviour modification - dealing with issues like jumping up, barking, pulling on leash, fear, aggression (dog aggression or people aggression), separation anxiety, resource guarding and teach replacement behaviours like polite leash walking on a loose leash, down until requested and more. Our hall is in Guelph, although we service clients from Ariss, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Elora, Fergus, Elmira, St. Jacobs, Arthur, Mount Forest, Rockwood, Acton, Milton, Georgetown and surrounding areas with a combination of in-person visits and Zoom calls.
Dog Friendship Inc., its content, articles and the Dog Friendship Blog are the exclusive property of Dog Friendship and are posted to help individuals learn more about dog training and behavior work. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from the site author is strictly prohibited. Because we want to share great information, excerpts and links from the material may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Dog Friendship Inc., with clear and specific direction to the website link for the original content. We also take no responsibility for the information, products or services mentioned in our links. For more about how to respectfully use copyright, you can review this blog post from a respected trainer.
Dog Training in Guelph --Puppy Classes in Guelph - dog agility Guelph - dog training Guelph - puppy socialization classes in Guelph, guide dog training Guelph - not related to Sue Alexander, Shute dog training, Shute balanced dog training, Scratch and Sniff, Scratch and Sniff canine services, Dogs in the Park., Taylor'd Canines and most especially not One Leg Up Canine Company who moved into our old location at 52 Victoria Road North, .. we do Guelph puppy training in our puppy school at 32A Wells Street -- and work hard to make all our clients very happy and confident dog friends.
Dog Friendship Inc. is a Canadian company doing business on the traditional territory of the many indigenous peoples. The colonial processes of early immigrants (Dutch, English and French) through which Dog Friendship’s owners came to live on this land - and so choose Guelph in which to operate the business - were deeply unjust to these Peoples. Colonialism continues to cause great harm to their descendants and harms everyone who has been taught racism as a way of life. Because of this teaching, injustice remains present today in individuals, institutions and throughout much of Canadian society. Dog Friendship Inc. endeavours to be accountable to this reality in ways that go beyond apology or a website mention. We consider ourselves allies of the descendants who lived on this land, and all those who have been affected by racism. We offer an online mentoring program for BIPOC people who are interested in dog training in Canada. And we speak out against voices that say that the only solution for Ontario dogs kept on reserve must be “rescue” and we offer our support to approaches that increase the welfare of animals on reserve. We promise to work for justice and equity through all aspects of our business. We promise to work toward honouring the ancestors who inhabited this land and honouring the land itself. This includes a commitment to seeking out products that will not harm our environment. As we seek to accomplish these things, we welcome your feedback and critique on our efforts and your suggestions for meaningful change.
© Copyright 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2021, 2022 - Dog Friendship Inc. uses positive reinforcement training and on occasion clicker training (or marker training using a word of praise) to do dog training in Guelph, Ontario and puppy classes in Guelph. Our classes include puppy socialization classes, family dog manners and dog obedience. Our dog training for adult dogs includes classes like Canine Good Neighbour, Really Reliable Recall, Agility Fun-Damentals and Sport Preparation, Tricks, Rally Obedience, Behaviour Adjustment Therapy (B.A.T.), Canine Nosework and Scent Detection. We specialize in puppy problem solving and behaviour modification - dealing with issues like jumping up, barking, pulling on leash, fear, aggression (dog aggression or people aggression), separation anxiety, resource guarding and teach replacement behaviours like polite leash walking on a loose leash, down until requested and more. Our hall is in Guelph, although we service clients from Ariss, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Elora, Fergus, Elmira, St. Jacobs, Arthur, Mount Forest, Rockwood, Acton, Milton, Georgetown and surrounding areas with a combination of in-person visits and Zoom calls.
Dog Friendship Inc., its content, articles and the Dog Friendship Blog are the exclusive property of Dog Friendship and are posted to help individuals learn more about dog training and behavior work. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from the site author is strictly prohibited. Because we want to share great information, excerpts and links from the material may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Dog Friendship Inc., with clear and specific direction to the website link for the original content. We also take no responsibility for the information, products or services mentioned in our links. For more about how to respectfully use copyright, you can review this blog post from a respected trainer.
Dog Training in Guelph --Puppy Classes in Guelph - dog agility Guelph - dog training Guelph - puppy socialization classes in Guelph, guide dog training Guelph - not related to Sue Alexander, Shute dog training, Shute balanced dog training, Scratch and Sniff, Scratch and Sniff canine services, Dogs in the Park., Taylor'd Canines and most especially not One Leg Up Canine Company who moved into our old location at 52 Victoria Road North, .. we do Guelph puppy training in our puppy school at 32A Wells Street -- and work hard to make all our clients very happy and confident dog friends.
