Simplify dog training by incorporating patterns into your daily life
There are very few people who can spend an hour or two a day training their dog. Let's make it simple by building training into your everyday life.
The Centre for Canine Education Inc. provides a comprehensive and flexible approach that fits your dog's individual needs and your lifestyle.
Get the tools, accountability and support you need to build an unbreakable bond with your dog, modify their behaviour, and let you enjoy life together to its fullest!
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You love your dog but you’re struggling to train them in a way that's efficient and effective. It feels overwhelming and frustrating. You adopted a dog to enjoy each other's company and right now it's not feeling as enjoyable as it could.
Walks feel chaotic and even embarrassing, leaving them alone results in complaints from the neighbours, having visitors over is damaging your pride, and doG forbid you leave a crumb of food on the counter...Fido loves to surf!
Go from a place of overwhelm and anxiety, to a place of confidence and enjoyment!
Whether you have a brand new puppy, a new mystery-history rescue, or a spicy adult dog who needs a couple tweaks, you’ll find what you’re looking for here at TCCE.
You can get science-based guidance from a qualified professional AND feel supported while connecting with other like-minded guardians who are navigating the same challenges with their dogs.
You can do all of this without paying an exorbitant amount of money by the hour for a fraction of the support.
I can help you by meeting you exactly where you are.
PLANNING
TO ADOPT
PUPPIES &
ADOLESCENTS
LIFE
SKILLS
BEHAVIOUR
CHALLENGES
I've helped thousands of dog-guardians thrive, rather than simply survive.
Are we the right fit for each other?
You are right for TCCE+ if:
TCCE+ is right for you if:
TCCE+ will help you to:
UNDERSTAND YOUR DOG & START TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER EFFORTLESSLY
TEACH WHAT YOU WANT TO SEE RATHER THAN PUNISHING THAT WHICH YOU DON'T
TAKE YOUR DOG'S GOOD BEHAVIOURS ON THE ROAD WITH CONFIDENCE AND A SENSE OF PRIDE
ELIMINATE THE GUESSWORK, FRUSTRATION, EMBARRASSMENT, & THE ANXIETY
RAISE THE DOG YOU'VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF & BE THE PERSON THEY ALWAYS DESERVED
We are honestly blown away by how wonderful the virtual training has been. We've recommended TCCE to the rescue we work with, as well as several friends who are interested in getting dogs.
We appreciate how there are always updates and additions. I was worried an online program would just have a set amount of information online and nothing more. We can't believe how often new content is added.
We also love Caryn! She has a great personality. It's so refreshing to work with someone who is so knowledgeable, confident and non-judgemental. You can tell right away she has a passion for dogs, and also has the knowledge and experience to help you and your dog live your best lives together.
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Start training today!
LIMITED TIME OFFER
$
24/month
Billed Monthly
MOST POPULAR
$
264/year
One Month Free!
* All prices in Canadian Dollars
About Caryn Liles, Founder, Head Trainer & Behaviour Coach
Caryn speaks from the heart, injecting humour and compassion into all her work. She strives to inspire pet guardians and pet professionals to take an active role in learning “doglish” and to communicate with compassion and curiosity through humane and science-based training.
With five certifications under her belt, she is a lifelong learner; she earns continuing education credits each year, ensuring that she is up to date with her skills and knowledge. She is certified as a Professional Dog Trainer, a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, a Family Paws Parent Educator, a Fear Free Certified Professional, and a Primary TagTeach Instructor.
TCCE began in 2008 and quickly grew to a full brick and mortar location, running 6 days per week with a team of qualified instructors, dedicated to achieving stellar results with clients and their dogs. In 2020, TCCE’s brick and mortar location closed due to the pandemic and transitioned 100% online to a membership model.
Not to sweat! Caryn had been teaching virtually across North America for many years already, so this was an exciting transition that allowed TCCE to reach dog guardians worldwide with almost-daily support and endless resources.
Caryn is recommended by other pet professionals, veterinarians and veterinary behaviourists. Clients jokingly (or not) refer to her as “my dog’s social worker” or “our therapist”.
Caryn has trained dogs, cats, horses, chickens, a rat and even a goldfish. She has a soft spot for German Shepherds and reactive dogs.
Professional Qualifications:
When you join TCCE+ you will get:
MASTERCLASSES ON VARIOUS TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR TOPICS
MOTIVATIONAL CHALLENGES WITH PRIZES TO WIN
GROUP COACHING CALLS WITH Q&A AND "HOT SEATS"
GUEST MENTORS TO COACH YOU ALONG, HOLISTICALLY
A PERSONALISED ROADMAP BASED ON YOU & YOUR DOG
STEP-BY-STEP BASIC, INTERMEDIATE, & ADVANCED TUTORIALS
ALL OF OUR PUPPY, BASIC, & SPECIALITY COURSES - IN FULL!
ACCESS TO YOUR TRAINER & A JUDGEMENT - FREE COMMUNITY
SCIENCE-BASED INFO, UNLIKE "FREE ADVICE" & SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS
MEMBERS-ONLY PERKS & A REWARDING AFFILIATE PROGRAM
A SEARCHABLE ARCHIVE OF BINGE-WORTHY REPLAYS
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR LEARNING AND ENJOYMENT
Discover how I do what I do
Gone are the days of blind obedience, being "Alpha", showing your dog who's boss, acting like a mother dog would with her pups, and other (weird) outdated and ineffective 💩.
Together, we will use humane, science-based training methods to work with dogs.
What does that look like?
The first goal is to set the environment up to allow the learner to succeed, and teach the dog what we want them to do instead of punishing them.
When addressing behavioural concerns, we start with (a modified for canines version of) Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as a way of working through each challenge to resolution.
Our focus is primarily on positive reinforcement: offering dogs something that they like (food, play, human attention, environmental rewards, anything that your dog finds fun) in exchange for behaviours that we would like to see repeated.
We do not use or condone the use of punishment through the use of aversive techniques (leash corrections, physical punishment, jabbing, kicking, yelling, intimidating) nor the use of aversive tools (prong/pinch collars, choke chains, slip leads, spray collars, shock collars).
The risk and fallout from using such tools and techniques is far too great. We recognise that punishment can be very effective in the moment, however, suppression will not give you the outcome, nor the relationship, you desire.
Does that mean we are "permissive" or we "ignore bad behaviour"?
Nope.
Ignoring does nothing to change behaviour and everything to change relationships. We'll do what we can to prevent the undesired behaviour from occurring and if it does happen (which is life!) then we'll use various strategies to redirect the dog to a more appropriate and reinforcing behaviour instead.
Our aim is to change behaviour in the most stress-free way possible for the learner and to help create and nurture the bond between people and their dogs.
I have been working with Caryn and The Centre for Canine Education for almost a year now and she has changed my and my pup's life! I had never had a dog before and had used 3-4 trainers before finding Caryn. I was not getting the results I was looking for.
Since working with Caryn, I have a dog that will now walk with a loose leash, can comfortably pass pedestrians on the sidewalk as well as bicycles, scooters, motorcycles, and more!
We have the training tools needed for continuous training and being a member of TCCE+ provides me access to ask Caryn questions whenever I need to. I 100% recommend TCCE for training methods based on what is best for your dog, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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Choose a plan and start training today!
LIMITED TIME OFFER
$
24/month
Billed Monthly
MOST POPULAR
$
264/year
One Month Free!
* All prices in Canadian Dollars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TCCE+?
TCCE+ is the perfect family dog-raising membership that provides a comprehensive and flexible approach that fits your dog's individual needs and your lifestyle. TCCE+ provides a comprehensive and flexible approach that fits your dog's individual needs and your lifestyle.
There are very few people who can spend an hour or two a day training their dog. Let's make it simple by building training into your everyday life.
Get the tools, accountability and support you need to build an unbreakable bond with your dog, modify their behaviour, and let you enjoy life together to its fullest!
Whether you have a brand new puppy, a new mystery-history rescue, or a spicy adult dog who needs a couple tweaks, you’ll find what you’re looking for inside TCCE+.
What is included?
Inside TCCE+ you'll find a variety of dog-raising solutions and support avenues that I wish I had available to me when I adopted my first dog as an adult. I've created an online, searchable, treasure trove that includes:
When can I join?
You can join anytime! Our doors are open 24/7 so that you can start getting the guidance and support you need, without waiting for a spot to become available.
How is the content delivered?
The content in the membership is a mix of formats based on the type of information you’re looking for. We often have video tutorials with demonstrations, presentations with voiceover to provide visuals plus an explanation, there are printable handouts that can be completed offline and printed if you choose. Live events are recorded and available for replay, including closed captioning, a transcript, and an audio file. There are short courses as well as longer, more in-depth courses and exercises to follow. We will soon be adding in knowledge-testing quizzes for anyone who likes to test their knowledge or have a little competition.
How much support is available?
You'll be surrounded by support! Not only from your community of like-minded, non-judgemental dog-guardians, but also from ME! I'm in the community regularly, answering questions and providing guidance. We have a pilot program right now that allows our members to send a quick message directly to me via video, audio, or text. Responses go right to your inbox and are kept confidential.
How's the view from that fence?
If you’re thinking “this sounds amazing but I’m still not 100% sure…” keep reading - You should give TCCE+ a try if you’re motivated by any of the following:
There is a lot of information out there and we’ve been on technology overload since March of 2020. Don’t I know it!
We crave the in-person experience and we feel like it would be better to have a trainer set eyes on our dog and do the heavy lifting. I completely understand.
I’m asking you to imagine having access to your trainer as well as a searchable library of solutions to your dog-related questions, and a non-judgmental community that won’t give you bogus advice (without me stepping in, anyway!) when you ask a question or reach out for support.
Maybe TCCE+ doesn’t replace in-person training for you, or those group classes on Saturday mornings, but maybe what it does is support your learning and progress. Consider TCCE+ your dog’s Google. Come here to dig deeper into your dog’s behaviour and have everything you need at your fingertips. Utilise in-person training to practice what you learn. Come back here and lean on me and your community for support and accountability!
For well over a decade, my clients have said to me “I wish you could just move in with me for a year.” and “I wish I could carry you around in my back pocket.” and this is truly as close as it’s going to get.
I created TCCE+ to better support my people, and I hear time and time again that this has been the best investment they could have made in their dog.
There’s a seat here for you AND your dog. I can’t wait to see you in it.
Caryn was able to get through to my reactive dog when no one else could, and gave me the skills to not only train him out of his issues, but form a deeper bond. We finally had a trainer that listened instead of assuming, adjusted the plan to suit our specific needs, had answers to our questions, could back everything up with evidence, and understood the reality of training outside of a controlled classroom.
Choose a plan and start training today!
LIMITED TIME OFFER
$
24/month
Billed Monthly
MOST POPULAR
$
264/year
One Month Free!
* All prices in Canadian Dollars