group training classes
Level 1 Group Training Class:
Foundations for a well-Mannered dog
A calm, confident dog starts here!
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What you and your dog will learn:
This 6 week beginner class is designed to build the foundations of obedience training, good behaviour, focus and calmness - both at home and in real life. Perfect for puppies, and dogs of all ages who are new to traiing or need a refresher on the basics.
Key Skills Covered:
- Marker works and reward timing
- Building engagement and trust
- Sit, down ,stay, recall
- Loose leash walking basics
- Calm greetings and polite manners
- How to interrupt and redirect common unwanted behaviours.
Who it's for:
Suitable for puppies 12 weeks and over and adult dogs with no aggressions or reactivity issues. No prior training required. This class is not suitable for dogs who bark, lunge or struggle in group settings. (Ask us about private options.)
Schedule and Location:
Day/Time: Next Session Begins November 4th
Duration: 6 weeks (45minutes per class)
Location: Duncan
Group size: Max 4 dogs
Pricing:
$220+ GST for the full 6 week course
(Registration requires payment in full prior to the first class.
No refunds.)
What to Bring:
Standard leash (no retractable)
Flat collar, harness or head halter
Soft, high value treats
Treat pouch
Mat or towel for your dog to settle on
Our Current Level 1 Classes are underway! Our next Session will begin January 2026!
Overview:
Level 2 builds directly on the foundation skills from our Level 1 class—adding layers of difficulty, focus, and control. We introduce more challenging distractions in a structured indoor environment, helping your dog generalize their training while staying calm, engaged, and responsive.
This class is designed for dogs who have a solid understanding of basic behaviors and are ready to work around other dogs, movement, sound, and props without losing focus. It's the perfect next step before venturing into more unpredictable environments.
What We’ll Work On:
- Strengthening core behaviors: sit, down, stay, recall
- Improving leash skills and engagement in motion
- Polite greetings with people and calm behavior near other dogs
- Building duration and distance in stays and place work
- Problem-solving and confidence-building with props, obstacles, and light novelty
- Games and drills that challenge focus and impulse control under pressure
- Staying calm and responsive around distractions—not reacting to them
Who It’s For:
- Graduates of our Level 1 Group Class
- Dogs who can work calmly in a group environment without barking, lunging, or overwhelming arousal
- Dogs with reliable basic cues who are ready for the next step in consistency and focus
Not sure if your dog is ready? Reach out—we’re happy to help guide you.
Class Details:
Location: Indoor training facility (same as Level 1)
Duration: 6 weeks
Dates/Time: January 2026
Group Size: Max 4 dogs
Pricing:
$225+gst for the full 6 week course
(Registration requires payment in full prior to the first class.
No refunds.)
What to Bring:
Flat collar, harness, or head halter
Standard leash (no retractables)
High-value treats
Treat pouch (recommended)
Mat or towel for place work
Any tools used in Level 1 (clickers, marker words, etc.)
Ready to Build Real Focus in Real Distraction?
Level 2 is where things start to come together. If you’ve done the work in Level 1, this is the class that sharpens your dog’s skills and builds the kind of calm, reliable behavior that lasts.
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Our Level 2 Class will be offered in January 2026!
single day workshops
the structured walk
Teach your dog to walk with focus, calm energy and control.
Real world leash skills that actually stick.
Overview
Tired of being dragged down the street or having your dog lose their mind every time they see another dog, squirrel, or human? This one-day workshop is designed to help you reset the walk.
We'll show you how to structure your walk for calm behaviour, build engagement and attention, and navigate real-life distractions with confidence.
What You’ll Learn
- How to start your walk calmly before you even leave the house
- Where leash pulling and overstimulation really come from—and how to fix it
- Leash handling and body language for calm communication
- How to redirect arousal and manage reactions to dogs, people, bikes, etc.
- Engagement games to keep your dog tuned in on the move
Who It's For
Any dog-friendly dog, fear based reactive/mildly reactive dog who gets overly excited, distracted, or rude on leash. This is a working session for dogs who are safe around people and other dogs (even if they're over-excited)—not for reactive or aggressive dogs. If you're unsure, contact us before booking.
Details:
Date: Spring 2026
Time: 9:30AM
Location: Gravel Parking Lot of Cowichan Sportsplex
Cost: $65 + GST (2 hour workshop)
Group Size: Limited to 5–6 dogs
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