O U R F O C U S
Creating a Positive and Rewarding Atmosphere for All Types of Dogs
Serving Calgary Southeast-Southwest
See a 'Pawsitive' Change In Your Dog
Bowser's Buddies offers lessons for combatting leash pulling, barking, jumping and various other naughty behaviours.
|
Personalized Training to Suit Your Dog's Needs
Specialized training is available for dogs with temperaments that may hinder their ability to interact with others.
|
Welcoming for Dogs of All Ages
Bowser's Buddies provides socialization and confidence boosting training sessions for puppies and young dogs.
|
I met Sue several years ago when I was looking for a trainer to help with a new dog who came to live with me when she was four years old. She is a chocolate lab/ german shepherd mix who was onleash reactive/fearful of other dogs. Sue doesn’t use any aversive methods and her priority throughout the sessions are always what’s best for the dog at that moment in time. There is zero judgement.
Our sessions started with her accompanying me on a walk with my dog to note her reaction when seeing another dog. From there, she worked out a plan to move forward which involved teaching me when to reward her, parallel walking back and forth with one of her dogs at significant distances apart then slowly closing the distance to the point the dog can handle it. As soon as the dog became overstimulated, the sessions immediately stopped. Then we started training with her client’s dogs in an area where we wouldn’t encounter other people or dogs. My dog got lots of practice which was essential for her success.
I never dreamed I’d be able to stand and talk to people with their dogs at the park but we reached that milestone – still keeping her required distance of course which is only a couple of meters now. She’ll never be an offleash park type of dog but I’m so pleased with how far she has come with Sue’s help.
Sue has many certifications and is constantly upgrading her knowledge and expertise in dog training and willingly shares information which she feels would be valuable to her clients. My dog absolutely adores her and we miss her since she moved back to Alberta."
- Carol Smith
Halifax CommunityVotes 2022 - Pet Training Silver Award Winner
Bowser's Buddies is a member of...
|
|
|