Training is the term used for teaching a dog words such as sit, down, stay and come. Training is often done in group settings and lets face it, dogs who don't sit when asked are rarely considered a liabililty. Behavioral issues are usually the ones that are upsetting the family, the problems that add stress and confusion to the household. This can be seperation anxiety, adult house soiling and even agression towards people or dogs. It is important to understand that behaviourists have a different job than trainers and while some can do both, it is more common to find trainers who are great at what they do, but dont have the expertise and experience needed for canine behavioural problems. When seeking a behaviourist for your dog, it is important to find someone with extensive experience, and who has taken behavioral courses and seminars from a variety of sources.
At WWW we are fortunate to have a resident behaviourist on staff - Joan Weston. She spends her days working out the kinks in family pets who are disrupting their family and does it all with a smile on her face. Joan works under the same philosphy as all the Who's Walking Who team...respect for the dogs, education for the owners.
Behavioral consults are available in your home for dogs with behavioral issues that are beyond what is covered in a group training class.
Your dog will be assessed and a plan of action will be provided. Follow up email questions are included.
The cost is $115.00 ($109.00 plus gst) per hour incl tax, with a 2 hour minimum ($230.00 total).
There may be a $30 travel fee applied if you live outside the GTA.
For more details on costs and behavioural consult packages, click onto "Schedule and Prices" and then click onto "In Home".
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To book a consult (or if you are unsure if you need one, and need more info), please call the office closest to your home and leave a detailed message or email us direct at info@whoswalkingwho.net. One of our trainers will call or email you to discuss your case within 2 - 4 business days. Thanks.
Please note that we have regular seminars on dog behaviour, dog problem avoidance and body language. Click on Schedules and Prices and then onto Seminars and Events for info on dates and times.
We recommend our seminars for all dog owners.
About Joan
Joan Weston, born and raised in New York City, grew up with dogs all her life. After receiving her Bachelors of Science Degree from Northeastern University in Boston, she came to Toronto to pursue graduate research in Motor Learning and Sport Psychology, areas that would form the foundation for her career in training and behavior.
Joan is a member of the International Superdogs Performance Team, entertaining millions across North America. She also competes in Competitive Obedience and Flyball and looks forward to continuing with Agility, Conformation, Rally Obedience and Tracking. She has also volunteered for the St. Johns Ambulance Therapy dog program.
She currently serves as one of our Behavioral Consultants, specializing in aggressive behavior and assists with the temperament evaluations for The Toronto Humane Society and the Orangeville S.P.C.A. She has numerous certificates in dog behavior and attends every continuing education seminar possible, to keep current on all dog related issues.
Joan does Bulldog rescue in Ontario, travel far and wide to rescue bulldogs in need. Most of her own dogs are from humane societies or private rescue. On a personal note, Joan was the first overall pick to the U.S. National Women’s Hockey Team in 1987. She also received the Bronze “T” from U of T, also for Women’s Hockey. Joan lives in Caledon with her wife, Jamie, where they are taught life lessons by their bulldogs (and a couple of pugs!).
What is the difference between training and behavioural issues?