Dog ownership in Montreal: Rules, transit and care
Living with a dog in Montreal comes with a few local rules and practical details. Learn about licences, leash requirements, transit, dog parks, housing limits, vets, emergency care and seasonal life with a dog in the city.
How to switch dog food safely in 4 days
Switching dog food does not have to cause midnight carpet emergencies. Follow our four-day transition schedule, measure meals accurately, track your dog’s reactions in a quick food diary, and spot trouble early. The result is steady stools, shiny coats, and relaxed mealtimes.
Swimming with dogs: Safety, training tips, and Montreal spots
Help your dog swim safely and confidently. Training tips, safety gear, and the best dog-friendly swim spots in and around Montreal.
Why summer is the best time for recall dog training
Your dog running straight to you when called? That’s not luck. It’s good training. Discover why summer is a great time to teach recall, and how to get started even if your dog tends to blow you off.
Marker training for dogs: How it works
Marker training helps dogs understand exactly which behaviour earned a reward. Learn how markers work, how to use them clearly, and where they fit into everyday training.
Dog training in hot weather
Hot weather can change how comfortable your dog feels during walks and training. Learn how to adjust activity, spot signs of overheating, and keep summer sessions safe and manageable.
Dog training and agency: Why choice matters
What does agency mean for dogs? Learn how meaningful choice, control and thoughtful environments can support dog welfare, training and everyday life.
The surprising power of social cognitive animal training across species
What do pigs, ducks, chickens, and a foal have to do with dog training? A lot, actually. My Saturdays at Phoenix Stables taught me how universal learning theory really is and why social cognitive training works across species.
Dog reactivity in spring: What to know and how to help
Noticing more barking or lunging on spring walks? Here’s why dog reactivity in spring tends to spike, and how you can help your dog feel more secure.
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Featured Blog postFive Domains of animal welfare for dogs
The Five Domains Model helps us look beyond food, exercise and basic care to consider how a dog is actually experiencing life. Learn what each domain means and how health, environment, behaviour and positive experiences shape welfare.
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Dog training and agency: Why choice matters
What does agency mean for dogs? Learn how meaningful choice, control and thoughtful environments can support dog welfare, training and everyday life.
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Featured Blog postTraining with heart and science: What we believe
How Belle & Bark approaches dog behaviour, learning and welfare through observation, positive reinforcement and current behaviour science.
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Featured Blog postHow dogs learn: Essential science for better training
How do dogs learn? Understand reinforcement, associations, cues, markers and practical ways to make training clearer and easier for your dog.