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Send us Fan Mail Summer is very close!  When it comes to our dog's safety, we must make sure things fall into place right? Josh talked about some great tips on what to look out, and what things we can help our dogs to enjoy a nice, fun summer!  Hot cement roads, sand, grass, all fun things (locations) for our dogs! Let's keep them in check and have an amazing summer everyone / every dog!...

Send us Fan Mail Another episode that gives us examples of what to do and how to do it!  We know it's important to let our dogs know when a positive behavior happened, did you know that talking to them can really make things flow even better?  Josh talked about the methods he uses while talking to his dog, and what words we can use. It's all about creating that life-long relationship wit...

Send us Fan Mail Aggression towards humans is a very common topic we face in our daily life with dogs!  In this episode, Josh talks about what works when we face reactivity toward people. What is Progressive De-Sentitization? Is it fear based? What are the steps we should take action while different types of reactivity happen?  There are several things we must keep in mind, what "Rewards&quot...

Send us Fan Mail When it comes to socializing your dogs. There are many ways, places, and scenarios. But at what age is it safe?  Most first-time dog owners, especially when the pups are little, it can be scary to go out there and find a safe social spot! Are there things to look out for? Especially checking on what your pups are telling you?  Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podc...

Send us Fan Mail What are owners with elderly dogs facing?  Have you been struggling to train your dogs for years without success?  What methods are we using while looking at behaviors? What factors lead to certain behaviors?  By using a few examples, Josh talked about what we can use while measuring dog training success.  Recovery Time Distances Mini rewards Just some examples amongst the list of...

Send us Fan Mail As the weather gets warmer, Dog Park is a major topic we talk about.  Do we bring our dogs to the dog parks? What are the alternatives? Can it be dangerous?  A few alternatives are:  Hikes / Trails  Playdates with neighbors/friends  Agility course: set up a simple route in your own yard!  Jogging with your dogs  Doggy daycare  If you don't have an open space at home, a doggy...

Send us Fan Mail A storytime episode specifically on how Josh got into Pet Therapy.  Coming from the focus on Trust and Relationship building.  What to look at when seeking for a pet therapy dog?  A bit about the Literacy Program Canine Education has partnered with Unique Tutoring.  And more personal stories!  Support the show Contact <From Woof to Wow> Podcast Join our waiting list & ch...

Send us Fan Mail A very practical episode for dog owners experiencing some type of difficulties with your new puppy and your kid(s)! Josh talked about how important it is to understand and measure the emotional well-being of your dog. And during tough times, what "play" is happening with your dog and your child? Examples of pups with kids, while your kids feel hurt, but the pups don&apos...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Josh is being very straightforward in giving examples of behavior modification, measuring "success" in training your dogs, as well as some emotional moments for him.  Understand that you are not alone in the difficult moments while training our pups.  It's HOW to figure out the stressful scenarios, and aim to succeed with small baby steps.  Josh als...

Send us Fan Mail Treats do NOT always mean cookies!  Treats can be a ball, a toy, games of tug and war or fetch; actual food/snacks. Even going for a walk can be a treat.  The reward is what your dog defines as a "treat". By knowing your dog's beloved choice of game, snacks and toys can easily guide you to the positive reinforcement.  Hear out Josh as he gives some examples of the t...

Send us Fan Mail One of the basics when it comes to dog training. However, it is still the most asked topic and can be quite challenging! Jumping! Josh talks about the strategies when it comes to jumping. Using examples and hands-on techniques when you have guests over. It is crucial that we talk to our guests, let them know you have a jumping dog(s), and ask them to help you ignore the dog when i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Josh talks about the hot topic of Dog Reactivities. How to help you and your dog with the behavior modifications?  What does reactivity look like? When dealing with your dog's reactivity, what do we focus on? What should you aim for during training? It's essential to focus on the "Distance". Using detailed examples that can help guide you throu...

Send us Fan Mail With popular demand on the pulling on leash topic, we're releasing this 2.0 version with more detailed tips that can help you through some current problems! Based on the knowledge of the "Red Light, Green Light" method from our Episode 2, here we're going deeper with - "Heel" .  Do we use a tight leash?  What exact steps do we take?  What commands can...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're going to the basics. Starting from the puppies!  From what you'll need to prepare to avoid "disasters". Do you need to research what breed of dogs you should get? Characters do matter?  Compared to our own children, aren't puppies just like humans in some ways? What and WHEN to reward your pups? Josh gave several examples to use in r...

Send us Fan Mail A question that's been asked by many dog owners, "Is my dog dominant?" might have come to your mind at some point in time. Compared to THE wildlife - Wolves , dogs being their descendants might be seen directly as being dominant or to still have the traits of their "ancestors". Well, are they? Dogs, archaeological evidence shows they've been domestica...

Send us Fan Mail By telling his story, Josh talked about how he saw and experienced the growth in his dog training journey.  From using all the training methods he was taught when the industry started, to the progression of dog training methods, to the current Science-Based Positive Reinforcement.  No matter if it's Balanced training method, aversive training method, and etc. It's all ab...

Send us Fan Mail Join Josh as he talks about a very popular topic: pulling on leash!  Getting up super early or avoiding other dogs outside? No matter what your situation is, here is a sustainable method based on experience and success to help you through this! The "Red light, Green light" method only takes 5 mins/walk!  Remember, the key is to practice, practice and practice. Consistenc...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to CE (Canine Education) Podcast! We are super excited to introduce you to our podcast!  Canine Education is our company located in Point-Claire, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Being in the business for over 18 years, owner and head trainer Josh Taylor will be bringing fun content from dog training, and dog trainers' training, to funny stories he experienced as a Science-B...