Here's something you might not expect to hear from a professional dog trainer. You can absolutely train your own dog. In fact, I believe you should. After more than 20 years of working with dogs in Toronto (and all over North America), I've learned that the most important person in your dog's life isn't the trainer. It's you. You're the one your dog lives with, walks with, plays with, and looks to for guidance every day. But there's a difference between teaching your dog a fe

If you're looking for professional dog training in Toronto, you've probably come across two popular options: in-home dog training and board and train programs. Both can be effective. Both have advantages. And both can help you develop a better relationship with your dog. But they work very differently. With in-home training, a professional trainer comes to your house and works directly with you and your dog. With board and train, your dog stays with a trainer for an extended

If you're looking for a professional dog trainer in Toronto, one of your first questions is probably: How much is this going to cost? The answer depends on your dog's behaviour, the type of training you choose, and the experience of the trainer. But there's another question worth asking: What am I actually paying for? Are you paying someone to teach your dog to sit, stay, and come? Or are you investing in a better relationship with your dog, one built on trust, communication,

Are Dogs Really Enlightened Beings? Why I did shrooms with my cat. I've spent over 20 years teaching dogs and their humans how to find calm, confidence, and connection. I meditate. I practice yoga. I study consciousness. I've written books about dogs, emotions, and enlightenment. And you know what? I'm still trying to figure out what the hell I'm doing here. Meanwhile, Bubba, my 100-pound Dogo Argentino, wakes up every morning completely delighted to be alive. He do

I did Shrooms with my cat I did shrooms with my cat. Well, not exactly on purpose. I once made myself a strong magic mushroom tea and left it steeping on the kitchen counter. Then I glanced up and saw my cat drinking it. I think she only had a few sips. I had the rest. What happened next was fascinating. I started noticing things about her that I'd never noticed before. The way she moved. The way she watched me. The way she communicated without making a sound. And it reminded

My Dog is My Guru I’ve been thinking a lot about rules lately. Years ago, I was in the Peruvian jungle on ayahuasca and I asked God—or consciousness, creation, my own mind, who knows—a question: “What am I NOT allowed to do?” The answer came immediately: “My son, do anything you want.” Anything? “Literally. Enjoy this realm. But do it respectfully.” Holy shit. Maybe we made this way more complicated than it needed to be. And strangely, dogs have brought me back to

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