Train the Brain.
Transform the Dog.
Mason’s Way is Collingwood’s leading expert for proven, neuroscience-based dog behaviour training.
No gimmicks. No commands. No guesswork.
Just real change, custom built for real results.
Proudly serving Collingwood, Thornbury, The Blue Mountains & surrounding GTA and Grey County since 2009.
Our Vision
Welcome to Mason’s Way—where even the most challenging dogs find their breakthrough, and owners rediscover hope. I’m Gary—founder, owner and head trainer of Mason’s Way, named for Mason, my original pack leader whose own rescue-to-coach transformation inspired our one-of-a-kind neuroscience-first approach.
Mason's Way was to created to provide the expert, highly-personalized dog training and behaviour rehabilitation solutions all dog owners dream of.
Let's bring those dreams to life—together.
What Makes Us Different?
Many of my clients come to me after trying multiple trainers, obedience programs, or board-and-train facilities—still struggling with reactivity, aggression, anxiety, or disobedience. I'm here to give you new hope.
Help is only a phone call away.
I specialize in helping all dogs that others turn away. We offer an endless variety of lessons, classes and programs tailored to all needs and goals.
No tricks. No force. Just clear communication and proven, lasting results.
My unique process has been built on over decades of proven, hands-on experience with dogs that others couldn’t help.
My calm, neuroscience-driven approach combines behavioural psychology, real-world pack leadership, and the intuitive guidance of my own balanced dogs, to create lasting change for dogs of all ages, breeds, and backgrounds.
Book your FREE Behaviour Consultation today and let’s talk about how we can create change, beyond your expectations.
Experience The Difference
Find out why Mason’s Way succeeds where others fall short—personalized attention, deep behavioural expertise, and transformative results for even the most challenging canine behaviours.
I Work With All Dogs -- Especially the Ones No One Else Will
Behaviour Solutions Are My Specialty!
Aggressive. Reactive. Anxious. Labeled “unfixable.” These are the dogs I work with every day—and they’re the reason I do this work. While other trainers might turn them away, I lean in with experience, calm confidence, and proven methods that work. There is no dog I can’t help, and no case too difficult for a fresh start.
Balanced Pack Dynamics & Interactions
Dogs Are Nature's Best Trainers
I work alongside my many highly trusted dogs to help guide and teach your own dog through calm, confident pack energy. Mason models grounded stability, Xena sets healthy boundaries, and Skye brings play and structure to high-energy dogs. Many other dogs will also help in their own way. This natural approach builds trust, clarity, and change in ways no human alone can match.
100% Guaranteed Results
Real Confidence in Real Results
I stand behind my unique process with a simple promise: If you don’t feel I’m the right trainer for you after your Behaviour Assessment, the session is free. No pressure, no fine print. I’ve helped countless dogs who were told they couldn’t be helped—and I’m confident I can help yours too. You have nothing lose, and lots to gain.
Customized Programs for Every Dog
No Scripts. No Shortcuts. Just Results.
Every dog is different, and so is every home, and every lifestyle. That’s why I build every training plan from scratch—tailored precisely to your dog’s unique energy & needs, your lifestyle, and your goals. Whether you’re raising a puppy or rehabilitating a reactive dog, I’ll design a step-by-step path that fits you both perfectly.
Personal, Ongoing Support
Support Doesn’t End When a Session Does
I’m extremely passionate about what I do, and highly committed to my clients. You’ll never feel alone or unsure—whether it’s reviewing a new technique, explaining behavioural psychology, sending a video for feedback, or asking a question. Your progress matters to me, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Services For Every Need
We proudly offer a wide range of services for All Ages, Energy Levels and Behaviours. Once we’ve uncovered your dog’s unique triggers, sensitives and needs, we craft custom packages, tailored to you, featuring; one-off sessions, exercise/socializing sessions, multi-session programs, drop-in experiences, and more. Here’s a glimpse at what’s possible:
Behaviour Rehabilitation
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Reactive & Aggression Reset
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Separation Anxiety Solutions
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Fear & Phobia Desensitization
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Impulse-Control Mastery
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Guarding & Claiming
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General Anxiety
Pack Runs & Enrichment
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High-Energy Trail Runs
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Structured Pack Playdates
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Treadmill Training Sessions
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Wrestling & Tug-of-War Playtime
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In-Town Pack Walks
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Interactive Puzzle & Enrichment
Puppy Foundations
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Socialization Playgroups
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Basic Manners Bootcamps
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Threshold & Tolerance Training
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House-Training & Crate Conditioning
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High Energy Mayhem
Specialty Training
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Dog Park Confidence Coaching
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On-Leash City Community Walks
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Advanced Treadmill Conditioning
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Agility Intro & Focus Skills
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Board & Train Speciality Options
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Mentorship & Certification
Still have questions?
Book your FREE 30-Min Behaviour Consultation Call and find out if Mason's Way is the right fit for you.
Ready to get started?
In order to book a Service or create a Custom Package, please start your journey by booking a Comprehensive In-Home Behaviour Assessment.
This isn’t just training—it’s healing. I help dogs let go of fear, and humans let go of doubt. When we build trust instead of control, the bond becomes unconditional.
Founding Pack Members
Meet some of the key pack members responsible for the creation of Mason's Way, and the many dogs they've helped!
Real, lasting change begins the moment you decide to seek help. Let’s turn frustration into clarity, challenges into victories, and start the journey your dog has been waiting for.
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Client Testimonials
Your feedback is vital my endless pursuit of strengthening my process and adjusting how I teach. Read stories from some of the many clients that Mason's Way has been honoured to work with!
