What is reactivity?

At Good Dog our years of experience transforming relationships between dogs and their people means we know what gets the best results for you and your dog. You have many beautiful years together to come, and investing the time in their training now ensures those years will be as enjoyable as possible. Our reactivity training programs are designed using fun, positive and science-based methods to provide all the essential training with your dog needs and prepare you with the knowledge to reach your goals faster.

Signs Your Dog may Need Aggression, Reactivity and Behaviour Modification Training:

• Does your dog bark or lunge at other dogs or people on walks?

• Are you struggling to enjoy your walks with your dog?

• Do walks with your dog cause more stress than fun? 

• Are you struggling to control your dog’s behaviour when guests visit? Is your dog always on guard? 

• Is your dog fearful of people or other dogs?

• Do you dog guard toys, food, people or spaces? 

Did you know that most reactive behaviour stems from fear or anxiety? Our reactivity specialist knows what it’s like to live with reactive and aggressive behaviour in dogs as she lives with two reactive dogs herself. 

Reactivity Training

Reactivity is one the most challenging things a dog owner will face. 

During our time together we will take a deep dive into your dogs reactive behaviour and help you gain a better understanding of what is going on and how we can help improve your dogs behaviour. When dealing with reactive or anxious behaviours we are addressing an emotional response and just like when we address an emotional response in humans, progression takes time. Our approach includes education for you as well as physical skills and tips for your dog. You will receive written documents with information you can access at any time as well as a recording of any of the webinars you attend to review as often as you’d like. We use a science based proven approach that includes skills taught using positive reinforcement techniques.

What you can expect:

We want you to get the most out of your time with Jaime when you sit down together so we will be asking you to fill out a questionnaire when you register for one of our programs. By filling this out Jaime has an opportunity to get to know your dog before the session. We also work on educating the human end if the leash by first prioritizing our prerecorded Reactivity 101 webinar filled with valuable information that every reactive dog gaurdian needs to know. After you’ve completed your Reactivity 101 Webinar you can move forward with your package of choice! If you’re not sure what package would be right for you, you can schedule a 30 minute phone consultation with Jaime.

Program Options

After you’ve watched Reactivity 101 you can move forward with the program of your choice, listed below. If you’re still unsure, you can scroll down to your in person or phone consult options!

Package 3: Reactivity Complete - $799

This package is exactly as it sounds, complete! We’ve included both webinars and a recording to access for each, handouts, and even more one on one time with Jaime. These sessions can be taken off site when your dog is ready to do so in order to practice their new skills in more challenging environments. Expires in 8 months.

What’s included:

• One 90 minute in person or online consult with Jaime

• Four 60 minute in person or online session with Jaime.

• BONUS: Reactivity 201 Live Webinar (see details for whats included below)

Prerequisites:

• Reactivity 101

Private Phone Consultation- $35

Struggling with what training package to choose or just want to speak to an expert in person? Gain valuable insights and practical solutions with Jaime Knowles, our experienced reactivity and aggression specialist. In your 30 minutes phone consult, Jaime will provide you with valuable guidance and package recommendations to help transform your dogs behavior and restore harmony in your home. Don't miss this opportunity to tap into Jaime's expertise and take the first step toward a more peaceful and fulfilling relationship with your dog. Book your consult today!

Group Therapy

Unlock a new chapter in your dog's journey with our exclusive "Group Therapy" class – specially designed for those looking to address aggression and reactivity around other dogs. This unique opportunity allows you to apply your newfound knowledge and skills in a controlled, safe, and supportive setting.

Key Features:

• Small Class Size: Limited to three participants at a time, ensuring a personalized and effective learning environment.

• Safe Socialization: Practice essential skills around other dogs with the guidance of our expert behaviour modification specialist 

• Exclusivity: Open exclusively to clients who have completed one of our reactivity packages, providing a specialized and tailored experience.

All participants must be approved by Jaime to ensure all dogs and humans are set up for success, please contact us to register!

Anxiety Programs

Home Alone “An in-depth guide to managing separation anxiety” (3 hours) - $289

One of the most challenging experiences we face as dog owners is separation anxiety, a fear of being left alone. Dogs who suffer from this phobia often vocalize, are destructive in the home, attempt to escape, show food avoidance or may harm themselves when left by themselves.

This clinic includes:

• 1.5 hour group webinar, with minimum 3 participants

• 1.5 hour personal one-on-one webinar, minimum 1 week after the group webinar.

These in-depth webinars will help you understand why your dog may be displaying this behaviour, discuss common myths, help you understand triggers, and help you develop a treatment plan. We will work together to educate you and help your dog become more comfortable being home alone. We will discuss how to overcome triggers and work together on creating a detailed personal training plan to help modify your dogs behaviour. 

Fearfulness and Anxiety Program - $445

Shaking, panting, and even drooling can all be signs of fear and anxiety - sometimes it may seem appropriate and other times it may leave us scratching our heads. Either way it can leave us feeling helpless and unsure of our dogs future. Let us help you build your dogs confidence and encourage them to experience more of the world.

This program includes:

• One 90 minute session in studio with Jaime

• Two 60 minute sessions in studio with Jaime

CRATE CONDITIONING 101 (30 minute video) - $40

Crates are an amazing training tool when properly conditioned. They can be used as a safe space for your sensitive pup or a quiet area for your dog in a busy household. So why crate train your dog? There are so many reasons:

• Keeps your dog safe when left home alone

• Can be a safe space for a nervous pup

• Safe option for when you travel

• Wonderful house training tool

• In the event of emergencies

Join us for this webinar in which you will learn if crate training is right for your dog and how to get started on a training regime that will teach your dog to enjoy spending time in their crate! You will receive a link to access this webinar at any time, you can rewatch it, pause it, rewind, whatever you need to get the most out of training with your dog.

Upcoming seminars

Jaime has always had a love and understanding of all animals, but a special place in her heart has always belonged to dogs. She has been professionally training and handling all breeds and temperaments of dogs since 1998. She attends ongoing seminars and is constantly updating her education to broaden her knowledge of dog training as she believes you never stop learning when working with animals.

Jaime is currently the Senior Trainer and Behaviour Modification Expert for Good Dog Wellness, specializing in anxiety, reactivity and other challenging behaviour cases.

While competing in CKC obedience and conformation Jaime has earned titles on several breeds of dogs. She has trained and handled dogs for television and major motion pictures. Her own dog Atty has obtained her IPO BH title, PSA PDC-SD and PDC title and was a validated patrol and narcotic detection K9.

Jaime is a validated explosive detection K9 handler, validated narcotics detection K9 handler and a validated security patrol K9 handler through the Justice Institute of BC. She has vast experience raising and training both detection and patrol dogs. 

Jaime was a proud member, trainer and handler with Canines 4 Care team at Vancouver General Hospital where a program that trains dogs to detect C. difficile with high accuracy was developed.  The program was awarded the Top Innovation award for 2018 at BC Health Care Awards.

Currently Jaime shares her life with Atty (Belgian Malinios), Dozer (Pitbull x), Guinness (GSD x ACD), Teddy (all Canadian mutt).

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