The Dogz Lodge Canine Training INC.
The Dogz Lodge Canine Training INC.
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    • PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING
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    • ONE-TO-ONE DOG TRAINING
    • SMALL GROUP TRAINING
    • ALL SERVICES
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our training method

Gentle, Structured, and Family-Centered

At The Dogz Lodge, our training method is built on compassion, clarity, and thoughtful structure. We guide dogs without fear, force, or intimidation, while giving families clear expectations and consistent routines they can maintain at home.


Dogs learn best when they feel safe and understood. By reducing stress and creating predictable patterns, training becomes calmer, more effective, and easier to carry into everyday life. Our approach supports real-world learning, not just obedience during sessions.


This method focuses on progress that lasts - helping dogs and families build trust, confidence, and clear communication together.

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What the Gentle Method Supports

Builds Trust and Connection

Gentle training strengthens the bond between dogs and their families. We avoid fear-based techniques that can damage trust and make learning harder over time. Instead, dogs learn through clarity, consistency, and positive experiences.

Reduces Stress and Anxiety

Force, intimidation, and punishment can increase fear and create behavioural challenges. Our calm, supportive approach helps dogs feel secure, allowing them to focus, regulate emotions, and learn at their own pace.

Encourages Positive Learning

By using rewards such as treats, praise, and play, dogs begin to associate training with enjoyable experiences. This keeps them engaged, motivated, and eager to participate — making learning more effective and sustainable.

Improves Learning Retention

Dogs retain skills more effectively when learning aligns with their natural instincts and emotional needs. Consistent, positive reinforcement helps behaviours stick and transfer into everyday life.

Supports Long-Term Behaviour Change

Training built on kindness and consistency leads to reliable, lasting results - not behaviours driven by fear or avoidance.

Suitable for Many Dogs and Families

This method works especially well for:

  • Sensitive, anxious, or shy dogs
  • Reactive dogs needing gentle guidance
  • Families building confidence and consistency together

How Dogs Learn in Our Method

Rather than reacting to behaviour, we focus on understanding it - helping dogs make better choices because they feel safe, not because they’re afraid to make mistakes. This means dogs learn skills they can use at home, on walks, and in real-world environments - not just during training sessions. 

 

Our Training focuses on:

  • Positive reinforcement that builds motivation and trust
  • Clear communication that reduces confusion
  • Consistent routines that support emotional balance
  • Calm guidance instead of correction
  • Learning at the dog’s pace

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