My last dog... No,...that is not a statement. I have not sworn off dogs and will most certainly welcome another with open arms when our 4 canine family members cross over the Rainbow Bridge. This isn't a rant either,...rather an attempt to point out something that some dog owners often get hung up on. I've lost count of the number of times I've heard a dog owner, while in conversation about their current dog, say...."my last dog", right before listing traits their last dog had that they … [Read more...] about My Last Dog…
Guy Lapierre
Why I Became a Dog Trainer
I am frequently asked why I became a dog trainer. The answer is simple really - I love dogs and like to help troubled dogs. As you may imagine, the reasons go deeper than that so let me explain. A few years ago my wife and I adopted a rescue dog and we named her Karma. She's a German Shepherd / Bernese Mountain Dog mix that came with some behaviour issues. She was aggressive towards other dogs and would lunge and bark on leash. She is a strong dog and managed to damage my wife's back to the … [Read more...] about Why I Became a Dog Trainer
Dog Rescue in Nova Scotia on The Radio : UPK9
Dog Rescue in Nova Scotia Hey everyone! Today we have an interview with Guy and Kimberly Lapierre have opened up their own dog rescue organization called Dog-Karma here in Halifax. Their organization differs from others by having each dog go through a training program to aid in their behaviour problems before they are adopted out into their new homes. This lessens the risk of a dog being returned to them or being put into a shelter. They've had nothing but success so far, keep up the great … [Read more...] about Dog Rescue in Nova Scotia on The Radio : UPK9