Understanding Dogs
Coaching People
Changing Lives

A NEW WAY OF LIFE

Dog training that truly gets dogs, empowers people, and transforms lives.

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Regardless of whether you are…
A proud new owner of a puppy
A guardian of a dog with behavior challenges
A dog owner who knows things could be better
… take the first step towards the lifetime of freedom and adventure you’ve been seeking with the signature, proven framework of The Way of Life® Method.

What makes the Way of Life Method different from other dog training methods?

#1

We focus on the root cause of your dog’s behavior, not just the issues you see.
The Way of Life Method looks beyond dogs’ problem behaviors, such as reactivity, resource guarding, or aggression. These are only symptoms of a deeper dog- human relationship issue. If you are ready to stop making excuses or labelling the dog as the problem, we will help you heal your relationship and enhance your way of life.

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We strengthen bonds without reinforcement techniques or control tools.
The Way of Life Method doesn’t use obedience training or control tools to change a dog's behavior. We believe that tools like head halters, remote collars, and prong collars demean dogs, undermine our bonds with them, and create more problems than they solve. Instead, we teach you to strengthen your relationship through your way of life.

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We go beyond fixing problems to help you raise a sound, strong, and spirited dog.
The Way of Life Method is a whole-life approach that doesn’t end when your dog stops manifesting problem behaviors. We help you raise a sound, strong, and spirited dog who is immune to dysfunctional behavior, just as a healthy body can fight off disease. A dog raised this way has much more to offer than a dog trained to obey.

Upcoming Events

Join us on Saturday November 1 for a book signing and sale at The Local Pet Pantry in Brighton, ON! Dr. Souha Ezzedeen is signing copies of her best-selling, award-winning The Way of Life Method: How to Heal Your Relationship with Your Dog and Raise a Sound, Strong, and Spirited Companion (At Any Age). Say hi to Souha, founder and head coach of Way of Life Dog Training, learn about her revolutionary Way of Life Method for resolving behavior issues, and pick up a signed copy of the book!

THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE WAY OF LIFE® METHOD

We are delighted to announce Souha Ezzedeen’s presentation to the members of the North York Obedience Club Inc. (NYOC), in Toronto, ON! Souha will be sharing the story of her Way of Life Method, from its beginnings with her dog Maya to its revolutionary approach to resolving behavior issues. She’ll explain how the Method differs from mainstream training, the 5 core elements of the Way of Life Logic, and how the Method can offer a new perspective to competitors in Obedience/Rally sports. Guests are welcome!

Join us for a day of private coaching in Cobourg, ON! From 9AM to 4:30PM, head coach Souha will hold individual 1-hour training sessions, focussing on you and your dog’s particular situation and needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to get personalized guidance wherever you are at in your Way of Life journey.

We’re offering a day of group training and coaching in Cobourg, ON! Join us on Sunday October 5 for a half day or whole day of Way of Life signature exercises in a fun and supportive environment — grounding, tugging, long-line walking, recall, and much more! If you have not met with Souha before or done training with her, a private session is required to attend the group classes.

Come along on our new, 3-hour Sunday jaunts throughout the Greater Toronto Area. These group field trips will challenge us and our dogs and provide plenty of fun in various urban and wilder environments. Suitable for Stage 2 dogs or dogs close to Stage 2. Check with us to see if your dog is ready to join one of these outings and to find out more about them. 

RUFF MUDDER CANINE OBSTACLE ADVENTURE

Get in on this canine cross-country trek organized by Ruff Mudder! Our Way of Life team will traverse forests, fields, streams and MUD over a 5.5 km course.  Designed for all fitness levels – we’ll go at whatever pace feels good and have an amazing time! 10 dogs (maximum) can attend. 

Email Ruff Mudder to Register: https://ruffmudder.ca/product/ruff-mudder-registration/

WAY OF LIFE MASSAGE DAYS

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The Way of Life® Method:
How to Heal Your Relationship with Your Dog and Raise a Sound, Strong, and Spirited Companion (At Any Age)

THE METHOD

Even the most loved dog can drive their owner crazy with behavior issues. Getting to the root of your dog’s problem behavior starts with looking at your way of life.

Drawing on almost two decades of experience dealing with common canine behavioral issues, dog trainer and relationship coach Souha Ezzedeen sees these issues as symptoms of relationship trouble. In The Way of Life Method, she offers a unique and revolutionary framework for rearing dogs and helping them recover from behavior issues kindly and permanently.

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In the Words of Our Readers

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If you dream of a better relationship between you and your dog, read The Way of Life Method. It will revolutionize how you think about your dog and yourself. By going deep to the root cause of behavior issues, then giving a step-by-step progression to resolution, this book will lead you both to a place of understanding, respect, and joy: the bond you always wanted.

Cathy C.
Etobicoke, ON, Canada
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Having owned rescue dogs all my life, I consider myself a fairly proficient dog owner but I wish I had known the wisdom shared by The Way of Life Method. After reading this book, I feel incredibly empowered to build a solid relationship with my newest challenge, a 10-year-old mini Aussie who came to me with many issues. Whether you are a seasoned dog owner, a new dog owner, or simply an animal lover, read this book. You will learn so much. It is a fascinating read, full of the author’s firsthand experiences with dogs and plenty of scientific backing.

~ Judi B. (Markham, ON)
Experienced Rescue Dog Owner
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The conventional ideas of dog training are exclusively focused on reinforcing and modifying behavior, and they are quick to label a dog’s behavior as characteristics of its personality, breed, or past experience. The Way of Life Method takes the dog out of the behaviorist petri dish and challenges people to build a relationship with their dog in a way that aligns with a dog’s nature and instincts. The result is that you no longer have to teach the dog what to do or not to do, the dog just knows.

~ Annalise B.
Ocala, FL, USA
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Virtual Training with the Way of Life Method Academy Membership

Join the Way of Life Method Academy, a vibrant online community where you will get continuous learning and support, live coaching, and intensive trainings! Way of Life members are welcoming, dedicated, empathetic, eager to grow in the Method, and love to share their experiences.
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Group Training & Coaching

We offer group training classes that cycle through a series of signature Way of Life exercises that will challenge you and your dog in a fun environment. Whatever your dog’s behavior issues, they will benefit from the group exposure and head trainer Souha Ezzedeen’s expert guidance.
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Private Intensive Training with the Mastery Program

Get private training through our Way of Life Method Mastery Program, a 6-month transformative and empowering private coaching experience! This is for dog owners who want more direct interaction and personal attention than group training, with 24/7 messaging whenever needed.
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