What Your Dog is Really Telling You (But Nobody’s Ever Shown You How to See)
A 2-hour live, video-based masterclass with Annie Phenix & Jo Burton:
Learn to read canine body language with confidence, prevent problems before they start, and finally really understand your dog.
Sunday, September 28th 6 pm MST, September 29th 10 am AEST
(here is what time that is for you)
Join LIVE and get lifetime access to the recording for just one payment of USD 97
or 2 monthly payments of USD 49.
You Keep Hearing “Watch Your Dog’s Body Language”…
But Nobody Shows You How
If you’ve spent any time around trainers or in dog groups, you’ve heard it:
“Pay attention to your dog’s body language.”
But what does that actually mean?
- Books give you a few illustrations – but static sketches don’t prepare you for real life.
- Trainers sometimes suggest you “just watch dogs at the park” – but without guidance, how do you know what you’re seeing?
- YouTube is full of clips – but which ones are accurate? Which are misleading? And how do you know who to trust?
No wonder so many people feel lost, even after years of trying to learn.
Here’s the truth: dogs rarely bite “out of nowhere.”
They whisper first. They give subtle signals – eyes, ears, tension, weight shifts – long before they ever growl, snap, or bite.
When you miss those whispers:
- Play that looked “fine” can turn unsafe in a split second.
- A dog in pain can be labeled “stubborn” or “aggressive.”
- A “sudden” bite can shatter trust and leave guardians feeling guilty, confused, or even afraid of their own dog.
It’s heartbreaking. And it’s completely preventable … if you know what to look for.
What People Are Saying About This Kind of Training
When Annie asked one of her clients whether a course like this would be useful, her response was immediate:
“Ohmygosh! That’s absolutely amazing!! I’m still voracious for continuing learning … I definitely do not have anywhere near the fluency I want! I’ll be one of the first to sign up whenever you get it up and running!! Video, video, video is the primary thing that’s missing from almost every resource I’ve used … I just think that I could watch thousands of hours of video and eventually gain a good understanding, but it would be so, so much faster to have a quality, accurate educational base to inform observations and interpretations.”
Learn to See What’s Really Happening
That’s why internationally respected behavior expert Annie Phenix and ACE Free Work Associate Tutor Jo Burton created this unique, live video-based masterclass.
Unlike books with static illustrations or random YouTube clips of questionable accuracy, in this masterclass, you’ll see carefully chosen real-life video footage, slowed down and explained frame by frame by two internationally respected experts.
We point out the whispers and show you how to interpret them so you’ll finally get clarity you can trust.
- Annie explains the behavior perspective: safe vs unsafe play, cut-off cues, early signs of stress, touch conflict, grounding behaviors.
- Jo adds the physical perspective: movement patterns, body structure, coat signals, and how pain shows up in posture and motion.
Together, they reveal the full picture so you can confidently tell the difference between stress and play, conflict and comfort.
What You’ll Learn
- The difference between safe play and play that’s about to tip into conflict
- Subtle stress signals most people miss (until it’s too late)
- How dogs “ground” themselves and what that means for their emotional state, and you
- Why touch can feel good in one context and overwhelming in another
- How posture, movement, and coat patterns reveal hidden pain
- Real-life case studies, including one dog Annie & Jo worked on together, with both perspectives side by side
- And if you’d like to go further, you’ll have the chance to get Annie & Jo’s expert eyes on your dog after the session (details below).
And if you’re wondering, “But will this really help me if it’s not about my own dog?” … the answer is yes.
Even if the dogs you see in the videos aren’t yours, you’ll be amazed at how quickly your eye sharpens. Once you see these signals pointed out, you’ll never be able to “unsee” them, and that canine body language fluency carries over immediately to your own dog.
And because it’s live and interactive, you’ll also have the chance to ask your own questions during the Q&A.
Who This Is For
- Dog guardians who want to stop guessing and finally feel confident they understand their dog
- Trainers and canine pros who know body language matters but want to sharpen their eye
- Anyone who’s ever wondered: “Am I missing something? Is my dog really okay?”
Whether you’re new to canine body language or you’ve been learning for years, this session will give you insights you won’t find anywhere else.
Event Details
When: Sunday, September 28th 6 pm MST, September 29th 10 am AEST (here is what time that is for you)
Where: Zoom (link provided after registration)
If you can’t make it live .. you’ll have lifetime access to the recording and forum to ask questions inside the Canine Trauma Clinic community platform.
Or 2 monthly payments of USD 49
Optional Upgrade: Exclusive to Masterclass Attendees
Want Annie & Jo’s expert eyes on your dog?
After registering for the masterclass, you’ll have the option to book a private video review of your dog’s behavior and body language.
This is normally reserved for 1:1 clients, but as a masterclass attendee, you’ll get access to it at a special reduced rate of $250.
Here is how it works:
- You book your spot
- You submit a couple of short videos of your dog (we’ll tell you exactly what to do and how) together with any context we might need, or specific questions you’d like answered
- Within 7 days, you’ll receive two video assessments – Jo sharing her observations relating to your dog’s body, Annie addressing behavior.
It’s the perfect way to apply what you’ve learned directly to your own dog, with two seasoned professionals guiding you.
(Details and booking link will be provided after the event. Limited availability. Not included in your USD 97 masterclass ticket.)
Meet Your Guides
Hi, I’m Annie Phenix
I’m a professional dog trainer with 25+ years of experience and author of two bestselling books:
📖 The Midnight Dog Walkers: Positive Training and Practical Advice for Living With Reactive and Aggressive Dogs
📖 Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs
Our dogs communicate with us (and each other) all the time. Learning how to understand their language is perhaps THE most useful skill you can develop as a dog guardian.
Hi, I’m Jo Burton
Founder of Paw & Order Noosa, and the first certified ACE Freework practitioner in Australia.
I do not want to train your dog!
My goal is to educate dog owners in canine communication and learn what your dog is saying by using his body language and signals. My methods are no force or fear and scientific research-based. At Paw & Order Noosa we do not use any aversive methods or equipment.
After training with Sarah Fisher and experiencing her work firsthand in the UK, I’m now on a mission to bring this powerful approach to more dogs and their trainers here in Australia and beyond.
Or 2 monthly payments of USD 49
Or 2 monthly payments of USD 49
What people have said about Annie’s bestselling book Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. If you can’t attend live or want to re-watch, you’ll get access to the full replay.
No. This masterclass is about learning from real-life case videos Annie and Jo provide. There will be time for live Q&A, but personal video reviews are only available as a discounted bonus option after the event.
Both! The session is designed to be accessible to dog guardians while still offering depth and nuance for professionals. Everyone walks away seeing dogs with new eyes.
Books give still images. YouTube is a mixed bag of reliable and unreliable content. This masterclass is built on carefully chosen video clips and explained by two internationally respected experts who translate what you’re seeing – so you know you’re getting accurate, trustworthy information and won’t unintentionally misread your dog.
Yes. The final part of the session is a live Q&A with Annie and Jo, so you can get clarification on what you’ve learned.
Not at all. You’ll get a simple link to join by Zoom (or from within our Canine Traume Clinic community platform), and we’ll send clear instructions. If you can click a link, you can join.
This isn’t a teaser or sales pitch – it’s a full 2-hour training event with two seasoned experts sharing knowledge you won’t find in free content. The fee ensures this is a high-quality, professional learning experience.
No. This training uses pre-selected case videos. But if you’d like Annie & Jo to review your own dog, you’ll have access to the exclusive discounted upgrade offer after the session.
Still Got Questions?
Get in touch: https://choosetotrainhumane.com/contact-us/
Reserve Your Spot
Every dog communicates. The question is … do you know their language?
Don’t wait until the “out of nowhere” moment. Learn to see the whispers before they turn into screams.
Or 2 monthly payments of USD 49
I look forward to seeing you inside.
Annie
