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Board & Train for Reactive, Anxious & Aggressive Dogs

What most trainers call “Board & Train,” we call Bond & Rewire — a science-based approach that transforms behaviour by building trust through communication.

2,500+ dogs successfully rehabilitated through our programs

For Dogs Who Didn’t Get Better With Traditional Training

Is your dog still reactive, aggressive, anxious or overwhelmed despite getting training or classes?

Most board & train programs focus only on obedience — not the underlying behavior. At Mason’s Way, our Bond and Rewire program is different.

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Designed for all dogs that “don’t respond to typical training”, or have been labelled

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Focus on understanding behavior by building communication, not obedience

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Works for bully breeds, reactive dogs, resource guarding, anxious & shut down dogs

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Behavior Change
— Not Just Obedience.

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Typical Board & Train

VS

Mason’s Way Bond & Rewire

Obedience focused
Short-term compliance
Generic classroom
One-size-fits-all
Communication + trust
Long-term behavior change
Real pack environment
Tailored to each dog

Is This Right For Your Dog?

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Dogs that are reactive or aggressive towards dogs/people

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Bully breeds and high-intensity working dogs

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Dogs with anxiety, fear responses, overwhelm, shut down

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Dogs labeled “too difficult” by other trainers

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Owners who have tried obedience classes with limited results

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Owners who want lasting behavior change, not quick fixes

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Our Board & Train Program

Typical duration: 4–8 weeks
(range based on case severity)

What’s included:

  • Customized behavior adjustment plan

  • Daily bonding & behavior work

  • Pack environment integration and education

  • Controlled exposure + real-world practice

  • Daily video, picture and phone updates

  • Structured follow-up lessons and ongoing support
     

Location: On-site at Mason’s Way facility (Ontario)
Follow-up support after program

Personalized

behavior plan

Small group / individualized attention

 4–8 week
immersive stays

 Progress tracking and owner transition

Real Results From Real Cases

"Gary at Mason’s Way is incredible!
We brought him our two dogs with a mix of excitement and worry, and the transformation has been amazing. Gary has a real gift for understanding dog behavior and explaining training techniques in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy for us to follow at home."

Denise

Hands-On. Every Day. Every Dog.

FAQ

Bond & Rewire Program Application

Please let us know some information about your dog and any relevant behaviour and training history so we can begin the process of creating your custom training program. There is always hope!

Did your dog join your family as a puppy or a rescue?
Puppy
Rescue
How many other dogs in your home?
None
1
2
3+
Have you previously hired a trainer or attended training classes?
Yes
No
Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers Collingwood | Mason's Way Dog Training

Contact & Location

All services available in the following neighbourhoods:

Collingwood

Toronto

Thornbury

Barrie

Grey Highlands

Meaford

Blue Mountains

Owen Sound

Wasaga Beach

GTA

Southern Ontario

Contact Us Anytime!

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