In our field, there is consensus amongst those that study the science, that aversive training methods are harmful, and that we should all endeavor to use as much positive reinforcement as possible when teaching our animals. It is a myth that there is "a divide"...
Helpful Tips for Toronto Dog Owners
How to Select a Dog Walker, Daycare, Groomer
Choosing a walker, groomer, or daycare for your dog can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many options out there, and because these professions aren’t regulated, anyone could call themselves an expert. The wrong choice could be bad news for the safety and well-being...
Ecovacs Deebot N79 and N79S – Red Light and Four Beeps Error
We own a total of three Ecovacs Deebot N79 / N79S robot vacuum cleaners and we use them daily at When Hounds Fly. As a dog training school, upwards of 30 different dogs may come per day for classes. It's a LOT of fur and dander and lint and sand and dust! Despite...
Is my dog playing, bullying, or fighting?
In our Puppy Socialization classes, one of the lessons we try to teach new puppy owners is how to recognize the signs of appropriate and healthy play between dogs. On one hand, we have some owners that are "helicopter parents" and at the onset of anything more...
In Memory of Sandy
A couple of weeks ago I received an email from Gary and Bill, past students of ours... Hi Andre, Back at the end of February 2017, you may recall, you came over to our house to help us with Sandy, whom we rescued in November. He was a terrified little guy - frightened...
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