Fall back in love with your dog!
Specialized training services for dogs exhibiting aggression and/or fear. We will get you and your dog back in sync and thriving.
While aggression and fear is our speciality, we can guide you through any challenge.
Puppy preschool
Is your puppy more wild than you expected? Reminiscing about good nights’ sleep gone by? Let us get your puppy on track to be the dog of your dreams, not just in them.
basic Manners
Do leash walks have you zig-zagging around town? Does your new adoption need help adjusting? We’ll take tension off the leash and put the “yay” back in pl(y)ay.
Fear & Anxiety
Does your dog hide during thunderstorms or fireworks? Do changes in routine or location send them into a panic? Let’s build their confidence and ease the anxiety.
Aggression
Is your dog lunging at dogs? Barking at strangers? Maybe they’re growling at you? No matter what is causing your dog to aggress, we can get you feeling safe again.
Meet your trainer
Sarah is a certified trainer with over 10 years of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments. She understands that loving a dog with behaviour challenges is emotional, which is why Sweetgrass Dogs is here to support your dog and you!
Dog training remains an unregulated industry.
This means that anyone can offer dog training services without adhering to any specific set of standards or guidelines.
At Sweetgrass Dogs, we recognize the importance of using scientifically proven methods, certification through reputable institutions, and continuing education by way of seminars, workshops, podcasts and books.
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After so much of our lives moved online in 2020, there has been an influx of YouTube, Instagram and TikTok trainers, who span a large, conflicting and often scary spectrum of training knowledge – it’s no wonder so many owners feel like they are failing their dogs or that their dogs are defiantly pushing back.
We understand that in order to see positive changes in our dogs, good training starts with the humans, which is why our belief in and practice of positive reinforcement extends to our clients. We will support you and your dog throughout your training journey with encouragement, feedback and setting you up for success. Our goal is to enrich the bonds between dogs and the humans who love them.
Why choose
Sweetgrass Dogs?
CONVENIENT
Whether you prefer virtual or in-person training, our services can suit even the busiest households.
SPECIALIZED
We are experts at helping dogs with big emotions and training them as individuals, without fear or intimidation.
CERTIFIED
Enjoy peace of mind that our trainer has extensive education and certifications holding them to high ethical standards.
EFFICIENT
Our years of experience ensure we will get you and your dog learning and meeting goals in no time!
RESULTS
The skills we teach will help you and your dog for life, and our weekly sessions keep your training on track.
INTEGRITY
We pride ourselves on providing compassion, clarity and honesty throughout the training journey.
Training offered two ways
PRIVATE
COACHING
For the client who prefers to be hands-on with their dog’s training and learn about dog behaviour and communication. During weekly coaching sessions, you will receive support from a certified professional to progress through your customized training plan.
TUTORED
LEARNING
Want to improve your dog’s behaviour but don’t have the time or patience to train? Let a certified professional take the lead and ease your stress. With Tutored Learning, we will come to your home and train 1-1 with your dog while you’re at work or running errands.
Ready for help with your dog but unsure where to begin?
Land Acknowledgement
The land on which we work and live is part of the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. From the lands of the Anishinabek to the Attawandaron, the Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendat, the Métis and Ojibway/Chippewa people, these lands surrounding the Great Lakes are steeped in Indigenous history. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous brothers, sisters, and two spirit individuals to honour and respect the four directions, lands, waters, plants, animals and ancestors that walked before us, and all elements of Turtle Island.
Sweetgrass Dogs is grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land, and by doing so, give our respect to its first inhabitants.
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