Decompression Walks | For Dogs With Big Feelings.

Guided Decompression Walks. Level I of the Dog Mindful Walking Series. For fearful, reactive, or easily overwhelmed dogs.
About this Event

NEW DATES ADDED FOR FALL / WINTER 2026

FREE FAMILIARIZATION WALK FOR FIRST-TIME PARTICIPANTS 🐾🌿

Struggling with leash pulling, reactivity, or a dog who gets overwhelmed on walks? 🐕🌿

Dogmindful Decompression Social Walks are small , thoughtfully structured group walks for dogs who need more space, calmer pacing, and a lower-pressure walking experience to learn how to interact calmly around other dogs.

Rather than asking dogs to “behave” around things they find difficult, these walks help you better understand what your dog is communicating and what they need from you to start feeling more calm in the moment.

You’ll learn how to:

• read your dog’s body language so you can recognize what they’re communicating and respond sooner
• use movement, distance and leash handling to better support your dog in challenging situations
• respond effectively when your dog does react, with practical tools to manage difficult moments without adding further stress
• help your dog learn how to create and manage space around other dogs, rather than relying on reactivity to make that space happen
• build your own confidence and skills so your dog can increasingly trust you to help navigate challenging situations

These are not traditional pack walks or dog socialization sessions. Dogs are not expected to meet or interact. We focus instead on comfortable coexistence, appropriate distance, natural movement, and nervous system regulation, giving each dog the space they need to feel safe and supported.

You’ll also meet other guardians navigating similar challenges, creating a supportive, understanding and low-pressure environment for both ends of the leash.

🐾 YOUR FIRST FAMILIARIZATION WALK IS FREE

Your first walk is complimentary, giving you and your dog an opportunity to experience the format and see whether these walks are a good fit for you. Regular walk fees apply to future walks.

📍 LOCATION

Walks take place in carefully selected green spaces throughout Port Credit, Lakeview and surrounding areas of Mississauga. Locations vary and are selected to provide ample space, distance from common triggers, opportunities for sniffing, and a calm, lower-pressure environment.

The exact meeting location is shared with registered participants approximately 24–48 hours before the event.

📅 UPCOMING DATES + FREE FAMILIARIZATION WALK PROMO CODE

View upcoming dates, full details and the promo code for your complimentary first walk:

Community Decompression Walks | For Dogs With Big Feelings

https://www.dogmindful.com/event-list

📋 REGISTRATION & NEXT STEPS

Purchasing your ticket on Eventbrite reserves your spot. Once you’ve signed up, I’ll send you a short Decompression Walk Intake Form to complete your registration.

Your registration is complete once I receive your intake form.

Please complete the form at least 48 hours before the event to guarantee your spot. If it is not received within that window, your ticket may be cancelled and the space offered to someone on the waitlist.