This program covers dog behaviour transformation in these areas:

As your trusted resource guarding dog trainer in edmonton, overcoming resource guarding behavior is a must. We cover food guarding behavior modification, toy guarding behavior solutions, bed guarding, and people guarding behavior training. We address any other individuals, locations, or objects that a dog may protect in various situations.

Provide separation separation anxiety solutions addressing your unique separation anxiety dog training needs. If your dog struggles with being alone even for a short period of time, you can rely on us to help. We’ll boost your dog’s confidence, making them feel secure when left alone, saving you the stress about your dog feeling anxious when you’re away.

We address fearful dog training teaching your dog to be brave. We help your dog to learn how to break free of it’s fears and enjoy life more. We personalize your training to work train in areas and situations your dog struggles with the most.

We offer reactivity training turning your dog from frantic to focused. This training program offers the expert assistance needed for aggressive dog training. We have solutions for dog to dog reactivity (dogs who lunge, growl or bark at other dogs). We address dog to human reactivity (dogs who lunge, growl or bark at people).

If you’re wrestling with leash reactivity, we can transform your walks from a nightmare to a dream. In case your dog experiences “stranger danger,” we’ll help them work through their behavior issues.

In-Person, Virtual, or a Combination: Tailored Options for Your Unique Journey

When training your dog with us, you can opt for our in-person private dog training sessions, virtual dog training options, or a mix of both. These options tailored to fit your schedule and address your dog’s needs. Our goal is to guide you and your dog from a state of chaos to a focused, harmonious partnership.

Why FLOPPS?

• Certified Professional Dog Trainers: Trust our experts to understand and address your dog’s unique challenges.
• Proven Positive Reinforcement: A decade of expertise in force-free, positive reinforcement training.
• Tailored Private Training Options: In-person, virtual, or a blend of both for maximum flexibility.

Ready to witness the transformative power of our specialized training program? Join FLOPPS in turning frantic moments into focused progress! Start your journey by completing a private dog training request form today to schedule your private training sessions.

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What people say

“We had an extremely fearful dog. Joanna, went over many different strategies that Zuri was easily able to pick up on. In one month, the growth we saw in her was incredible. We are so thankful that we took the time to invest in our dog- the quality of life Zuri will have for the rest of her life has been well worth it!!

Lily

 *Update (1 Year after Training) 

We found Joanna/FLOPPS by googling our dog’s issues, and after reading her personal story with Bear

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and her client testimonials, we felt that Joanna was the best fit for our dog and his situation. Joanna went over our questionnaire thoroughly to best understand Gus’ issues. She was very friendly and relaxed, and made us feel comfortable from the initial assessment.  Joanna is certified and she brings a lot of experience to support her training methods. She always responded to messages promptly, and followed up with us to see how our training was going.  We learned valuable tools to help us get Gus to where he needs to be, and we feel so much more confident in our training now that Joanna has walked us through her methods. We’re so happy that we chose her as our private trainer, and we saw results after each training session with her! We would highly recommend Joanna for any personal or group training needs that you have with your dogs!

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Lauren M

“Our rescue dog Sharan has made great progress since Joanna worked with us to help her keep calm. Taking her on a walk used to be like walking through a minefield. She would lunge and bark at everything: passing cars,

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bikes, people, rabbits, squirrels, and especially children and other dogs. Now I look forward to seeing other dogs, as Sharan gets better each day with not reacting. Joanna was consistently positive with compassion and understanding for our very anxious dog. Everything she taught us has, and will continue to be, very helpful. Thanks Joanna

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Chis C

FAQ’s

Q: What is a “Reactive dog”?

A reactive dog is a dog that overreacts and may act aggressively in response to certain things.” Reactivity in dogs is a common behavior problem and can manifest in various situations.

Reactive response can include barking, growling, lunging, and/or even aggressive behaviors such as snapping or biting. For the Love of Paws Pet Service (FLOPPS) wants to remind everyone that a dog that reacts quickly can become aggressive. Be careful when approaching a dog you don’t know, no matter how experienced you are with dogs.

Q: Can a fearful dog become a “Reactive dog”?

The short answer is yes, a fearful dog may become reactive. This is on a case by case basis and would need an evaluation by our certified trainer to give a clear answer.

Q: What is a Fearful Dog?

A fearful dog is one that gets scared or anxious easily. This can happen in response to people, animals, objects, or certain situations.

Fearful behavior in dogs can manifest through trembling, cowering, hiding, barking, growling, or even aggressive reactions if left unchecked. We need to train fearful dogs carefully, using positive methods to boost their confidence and ease anxiety. Identifying triggers and and using gentle methods with patience can help them feel better.

For more information go to our Q&A section on the Solutions for Aggression, Reactivity, Fear, and Anxiety in Dogs page.