Feisty Fido | Aggressive Dog Training
Real Change for Reactive and Aggressive Dogs in Calgary
Program Overview
Feisty Fido is our flagship program for aggressive dogs and reactive dogs in SW Calgary
In this 10+ hour course, Cat will guide you and your dog to a calmer, more peaceful path beyond protective, territorial, leash reactivity, fear-based reactivity, anxiety and overexcitement.
Expect an intensive, in depth, learning experience focused on stress and anxiety reduction, resiliency, social skill development, relaxation, emergency handling, confidence building, safe handling and so much more.
At the heart of Feisty Fido is Pooch Peacebuilding, a real-time, whole-dog approach that adapts to your dog’s needs, helping you to create meaningful, lasting change beyond quick fixes.
Feisty Fido is about real change: reducing stress, building trust and confidence, strengthening relationships , and experiencing more freedom with your dog.
What You Will Learn
Canine Communication
You’ll learn to recognize your dog’s micro-signals so that you can better understand how they see the world and when to step in and help.
Leash Skills
You and your dog will learn to work as a team on the leash. You’ll learn emergency and “defensive driving” techniques so you can walk together with confidence.
Resiliency
You will learn how to reduce stress and help your dog become more resilient i.e., be able to bounce back faster from stressful or emotionally charged situations.
Relaxation
You’ll learn how to help your dog relax and self-regulate, so they can think through reactions instead of spiraling out of control.
Reaction Management
You will learn what to do when your dog lunges, barks, growls or otherwise has a “meltdown”. what helps, what doesn’t, and what might be making things worse.
Social Dynamics
You will learn about how social dynamics (caregiver, protector roles) and space bubbles can impact trust, anxiety, aggression and reactivity.
Social Skill Development
We will teach you how to encourage pro-social behaviours at home, and on walks.
Around the Home
We’ll teach you how to create a home environment that helps reduce your dog’s reactions both at home and out in the world.
Program Details
Who Can Attend
Puppies and adult dogs ages 5 months and older and their humans (up to 3 family members)
Price & Duration
Price: $599 + GST (Includes 10+ hours of instruction and support)
Program Includes:
1 × 2-hour human-only session (held via Zoom)
4 × 2-hour in-person classes (8 hours total)
BONUS #1: 3 months of access post graduation to Friendly Fidos.
Held approximately once a month (weather permitting), these social support walks are a vital part of the process, helping you apply your skills in real-world settings with expert support.BONUS #2: 1 year of unlimited access to 20+ hours of online reactive dog training content and education.
Location
Classes are held outdoors (weather permitting) at:
📍 North Glenmore Park Community Association
2231 Longridge Drive SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Vaccinations
To attend classes, dogs must have up-to-date vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella or titres).
Fine Print
All registrations are final. We’re unable to offer make-up classes, pro-rate tuition, or accommodate class swaps. Thanks for understanding!
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Real Stories. Real Change.
“This reactivity course was a complete eye-opener. I learned so much—especially about the little things I was doing without realizing it. The biggest shift was starting to see things from my dog’s perspective. It changed our relationship, built more trust, and gave me the tools I needed to support my dog in a whole new way. It’s the first approach I’ve found that truly looks at the whole dog—not just the problem.”
— Breanna E.
“After years of traditional training that left my dogs ‘well-mannered’ but shut down, I knew I needed something different. We adopted a reactive Doberman/Pitbull mix, and Cat’s program changed everything. The methods are simple, thoughtful, and genuinely life-changing. For the first time, I feel hopeful—and like my dog and I are finally on the same team.”
— Gretchen L
“I can’t recommend Cat enough. Her training completely transformed Barry’s behavior and well-being. After being diagnosed with double elbow dysplasia, Barry became reactive due to pain, but Cat helped me understand the underlying issues. Over time, Barry became more secure in stressful situations, and I learned to recognize triggers I hadn’t noticed before. Cat is incredibly knowledgeable and takes a holistic approach to the human-dog relationship. I’m so grateful for our time together and look forward to future group classes.”
— Lindsey J.
“I want to share how happy I am with Bianco's behaviour after being consistent with the knowledge that Cat gave us in the lessons she provided for reactive dogs. Bianco is no longer barking through my neighbours' fence. Bianco is enjoying walking and not pulling on his leash. I am proud of him and even myself for persevering in his learning. Moreover, my other dog, Lulu, is gaining more confidence in herself while walking. We are still working with her, but she is doing 70% better.”
— Jessica B.
Why Sign Up for Feisty Fido in SW Calgary
Get expert support and tools
Reduce overwhelm and information overload
Enjoy newfound freedom with your dog
Reduce embarrassing and stressful outbursts
Start on a proven path to a calmer, more confident dog.