The Dog Mamaa
Compassionate & Effective Dog Training
Downtown Toronto
Training Guides & Online Courses
Practical resources to help you train your dog at your own pace, from puppy basics to behaviour support.
Online Courses
Leash Reactive to Calm
A step-by-step online course designed to help you resolve your dog's leash reactivity - created by a certified specialist. Video tutorials of practical training exercises, navigating your dog's triggers calmly, and unleashing walks you and your dog can finally enjoy together.
✔️Science Based, Positive Methods - pain & fear free training, focused on changing how your dog actually feels about their triggers from negative to positive
✔️Real Life Skills - learn how to navigate past triggers, reaction, free, and what to do if your dog reacts
✔️Training Video Demos - breakdown tutorials on how I teach each training exercise with my own dogs
✔️Reactive Dog Cheat Sheet - quick reference for training exercises & management skills from the course
✔️Visual Guides - visual of key concepts at a glance. These aren’t just filler PDFs - they’re tools I actually use with clients every week
✔️Enrichment Ideas List - decompress your dog with mentally and physically stimulating enrichment
✔️ VIP Reactive Dog Support Group access on Facebook - further support from me and our growing community
✔️Email support & video feedback - reassurance you're on the right track
Crate Training Guide - Walk through tutorial + PDF
A practical, step-by-step guide designed to help your dog learn to feel calm, comfortable, and confident in their crate using positive reinforcement methods.
What's included
:✔️ Crate Training Foundations.Learn how to introduce the crate in a way that builds positive associations from the start.
✔️ Step-by-Step Training Plan.Clear instructions to help your dog gradually build comfort and duration in the crate.
✔️ Troubleshooting Common Challenges. Learn what to do if your dog cries, resists entering the crate, or struggles to settle.
✔️ Crate Setup Recommendations. Tips for creating a safe, comfortable crate environment that supports success.
✔️ Realistic Expectations. Understand what progress typically looks like and how to avoid common setbacks.
✔️ Positive Reinforcement Strategies. Build lasting crate confidence without fear, force, or intimidation.
✔️W hat to expect in the first 24 hours, 3 days, and 3 weeks
✔️ How to set up your home before your dog arrives
✔️ Common mistakes that can slow adjustment
✔️ How to build trust without overwhelming your dog
✔️ When to start training and socialization
Free Guides
Rescue Dog Guide
Potty Training Guide
A free guide to help you build reliable potty habits with your puppy or newly adopted dog.Inside you'll learn:
✔️ How often puppies need bathroom breaks
✔️ How to create a successful potty schedule
✔️ Signs your puppy needs to go outside
✔️ What to do when accidents happen
✔️ Common potty training mistakes to avoid
✔️ How to build consistency and prevent setbacks
Engage Disengage Guide
Learn one of the most effective positive reinforcement exercises for helping dogs stay calmer and more focused around triggers.This free guide breaks down exactly how to teach the Engage/Disengage game, when to use it, and common mistakes to avoid.Inside you'll learn:
✔️ What the Engage/Disengage game is and why it works
✔️ How to teach the exercise step-by-step
✔️ How to use it around dogs, people, and other triggers
✔️ Common mistakes that can slow progress
✔️ How to know if your dog is ready to progress
✔️ Tips for building calmer emotional responses over time
