Have you ever seen the Superdogs at the PNE?

Would you like your dog to be able to do tricks like that?

There are many cool dog sports, such as Agility, Nosework, Flyball, and Dock Diving. But why focus on just one?

Dog Trick Titles require you to work with your dog in multiple areas. In order to achieve titles your dog must learn:

• Agility Skills
• Nosework Skills
• Musical Freestyle (aka "Dog Dancing") Skills
• Obedience Skills
• Service Dog Skills

...and more!

Like Agility, Obedience, Scent Work and other dog sports, if your dog is registered with the American or Canadian Kennel Clubs, you can have their titles added to their official registration. Who doesn't love some letters after their dog's name?

But if your dog is a beloved but unregistered mix, that's ok too. Unlike some dog sports, however, your dog doesn't have to be "pure bred" to compete.  

Unlike competitive sports, the sport of Dog Tricks is a personal one, which you and your dog can work on at home. You don't need to travel to trials, or compete against others. If your dog can achieve the skills, your dog can earn the title. All you need is a certified trainer to sign off on your dog's ability.

Our trainers are certified through the regulating body of Do More With Your Dog and can witness your dog's titles. You don't even have to meet us in person. Just send us a video!

There are several great reasons for earning a Trick Dog Title with your dog.

Pride in accomplishment: It feels great knowing that you and your dog have worked toward and achieved a goal together, and it feels even better to have that formally acknowledged.

Pride in your dog: Get used to hearing people say, "your dog is SO smart! I wish mine could do stuff like that."

Joy in your relationship:  Your dog doesn't love sit and stay but they will love this. They get to play with agility equipment, search for the phone in the couch cushions, and then ride a skateboard. When your dog leaps through a hoop you made out of your arms, says their prayers on the bed, and then picks up their toys and puts them away for you, you will both be having a blast.

Fewer Behaviour Problems: Trick training helps focus your dog's energies on positive outlets, and many unpleasant behaviours melt away when the owner begins a focused trick training regimine. Dogs need jobs, and when you don't keep them busy, they'll often pick their own occupations, like digging in the yard, barking, or breaking into the garbage. On the whole, a bunch of cool tricks sound like a much better outlet, don't you think? Especially since many of them are useful - bringing you the phone when it rings, fetching you a soda from the fridge, and sniffing out the remote control when you lose it!

Low in Pressure: Work at your own pace. No need to attend far away classes on rainy Wednesday nights. Just a zoom call with us can help you get back on track when you're stuck!