Feisty Fido Breakthrough | Aggressive Dog Training

Program Overview:

Feisty Fido – Breakthrough (formerly Canine Catalyst) is a 10-hour deep dive designed for dogs who lunge, bark, growl, or bite at people, dogs, or other triggers. This program is for dog owners committed to achieving lasting change in their dog’s behaviour.

The journey begins with a 2-hour, human-only class where you'll gain clarity, understanding, and confidence about why your dog is reacting the way they are — and how to move forward in a practical, empowering way. You'll learn an integrative approach for understanding your dog's reactions in real-time, helping you better understand their behaviour and how to guide them towards more socially appropriate and confident choices on their own.

This program is all about transformation. True change doesn’t happen through surface-level fixes; it’s about shifting the way your dog experiences the world and how they respond to it — from the inside out.

Over the next four 2-hour classes (held indoors and outdoors, weather permitting), our aggression and reactivity specialists (aka dog nerds!) will help you apply everything you've learned in real-life situations, guiding you through the process of helping your dog become more confident, resilient, and less reactive.

Feisty Fido – Breakthrough is the best option for owners who want a comprehensive, structured approach to aggressive or reactive behaviour. No quick fixes — just deep, lasting change.

What You’ll Learn:

Everything in Feisty Fido Core plus deeper dives into:

• Canine communication and understanding your dog’s micro-signalling.

• Resiliency (helping your dog to bounce back faster from stressful situations).

• Canine perception (how your dog sees the world and how this relates to their behaviours).

• Leash handling techniques (both long and short leashes).

• How to effectively setup practice out in the real-world.

• Practical application of skills during walks.

• How to manage the dreaded doorbell and other household triggers.

• Strategies for reducing territorial or protective behaviours (so you can start having guests over to your home).

• Social dynamics and how they affect your dog’s reactions.

• Space bubbles and why they matter when you are tackling aggression

• And so much more!

Why Sign Up for Feisty Fido - Breakthrough in SW Calgary:

• Transform your dog’s behaviour with cutting-edge tools based on Perceptual Control Theory—we are pioneers of this groundbreaking approach, shaping the future of dog training.

• Small, personalized classes for owners committed to creating lasting change and breaking free from reactivity and aggression.

• Go beyond quick fixes and tackle the root causes of reactivity and aggression for real, lasting results.

• Expert support from reactivity specialists (aka "dog nerds") who understand the challenges and are dedicated to helping you and your dog succeed.

• Real-world practice to apply skills in everyday situations.

• Continued support through Friendly Fido’s, a community of graduates focused on socialization and continued learning (drop-in fee).

Who Can Attend:

Puppies and adult dogs ages 5 months and older and their humans (up to 3 family members)

Price & Duration:

• Price: $499 + GST

• Duration: 10 hours (5 sessions: 1 x 2-hour human-only session + 4 x 2-hour dog-owner sessions)

Location:

Classes are held indoors and outdoors, weather permitting at the 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:

Please note that all registrations are final. We are unable to offer make-up classes, pro-rate tuition for missed sessions, or accommodate class swaps. Thank you for your understanding.

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.