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We want to welcome Kelowna’s Two Hearts Dog Training to the AnimalKind community of evidence-based humane dog trainers! Allison Painchaud, owner and trainer at Two Hearts Dog Training, is based … Read more Welcome, Two Hearts Dog Training!
Muzzles have long had a poor reputation, often perceived as being cruel and only meant for “bad” dogs. The truth is that many different dogs wear muzzles, whether they have … Read more Good dogs wear muzzles
We asked AnimalKind trainer Laura McAlduff of Quest Canine Support and Education about muzzles and muzzle training. Laura provides tips on muzzles for dog guardians who are considering having their … Read more Kind Corner: A dog trainer’s take on muzzles
Glue traps (also known as glue boards) are plastic or metal boards covered with glue that are used to catch rodents, not kill them. Animals step on the glue and … Read more Harms of using glue traps to control rodents and safer alternatives to use
Understanding your dog’s body language is essential to establish a safe and fulfilling environment for your dog. Sheelah Gullion, owner and trainer of Carefree Hounds, translates the non-verbal language that … Read more Kind Corner: Can you “speak” dog?
Feeding wildlife might seem like a good idea and a way to help animals. However, you may inadvertently attract unwanted wildlife, like rodents, to your property, and feeding can often … Read more Harms of wildlife feeding and how it contributes to unwanted wildlife on your property
Let dogs be dogs! Sandy Middleton of Best Friends Dog Training and Behaviour explains the importance of letting our dogs express their natural behaviours and shares tips on things we … Read more Kind Corner: Sniff, bark, dig, chew! How to help your dog express natural behaviours
Coyotes can be found across most landscapes in B.C., and despite their adaptable and curious nature, are often the subject of misunderstanding and fear. Coyotes play a crucial role in … Read more Coexisting with coyotes during breeding season
All about noses! Today, Brigette Mayer, owner and head trainer at Harmony Animal Training & Behaviour, explains what nose work is, why it is important to let your dog sniff … Read more Kind Corner: Nosy pups – sniffing their way to happiness
World Pest Day, also known as World Pest Awareness Day, takes place in June. This year, it was on June 6th. The purpose of World Pest Day is to raise … Read more World Pest Awareness Day, learning about effective wildlife management