BEGINNER COURSE
Overview
Our Beginner Obedience Course is designed to help you and your K9 companion build a strong foundation of communication, trust, and understanding. Through positive, structured training, you'll learn how to effectively guide your dog's behaviour while developing skills for long-term success.
The goal of this program is to help you raise a well-mannered companion that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle. From enjoyable walks without pulling to confidently welcoming guests into your home, good manners make everyday life easier for both you and your dog. Most importantly, obedience training enhances your dog's safety, teaching essential commands to leave harmful items alone, drop unsafe objects on command, and reliably stay in place to help avoid dangerous situations such as busy roads.
By the end of the course, you and your dog will have the confidence and skills to enjoy a stronger partnership and a safer, happier life together.
Curriculum
• Sit
• Down
• Stay (up to 30ft with distraction)
• Proper Leash Walking
• Leave It
• Drop It
• Meet & Greet (socialization)
Requirements
• Proof of up-to-date vaccinations
• Fitted Collar
• Regular 4 - 6 ft leash (retractable leashes are not allowed)
• Comfortable shoes
• Dress accordingly for weather
• Treats or toys if necessary
• Daily practice in between lessons
$600.00* for 5 weekly lessons
*Lessons are approximately 1 hour in length. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson. A 15-minute grace period is allowed for late arrivals. Lessons missed due to a no-show or cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be considered completed and counted as a lesson. A $40 travel fee per lesson may apply for in-home lessons. All prices are subject to applicable taxes.
INTERMEDIATE COURSE
Overview
Our Intermediate Obedience Course builds on the foundation established in the Beginner Course by introducing advanced commands while increasing the reliability and precision of previously learned skills.
This program takes your dog from being well-mannered to highly disciplined. Your K9 companion will learn to remain calm during long car rides, focused in busy public environments, responsive despite distractions, and appropriately socialized with both people and other dogs.
Advanced obedience provides greater freedom and, most importantly, increased safety. Skills such as out-of-sight stays and maintaining a sit or down position at a distance help ensure your dog remains under control in real-world situations, including around busy roads and other potential hazards. By the end of the course, you and your dog will enjoy greater confidence, control, and a stronger partnership.
Curriculum
• Heel (casual to competitive)
• Walking through Moderate Crowds
• Walking into a Sit or Down
• Stay from afar
• 'Out of Sight' Stay
• Placement (to designated target)
• Recall
• Car Etiquette
• Meet & Greet in Busy Environment
Requirements
• Proof of up-to-date vaccinations
• Fitted Collar
• Regular 4 - 6 ft leash (retractable leashes are not allowed)
• Comfortable shoes
• Dress accordingly for weather
• Treats or toys if necessary
• Daily practice in between lessons
$600.00* for 5 weekly lessons
*Lessons are approximately 1 hour in length. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson. A 15-minute grace period is allowed for late arrivals. Lessons missed due to a no-show or cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be considered completed and counted as a lesson. A $40 travel fee per lesson may apply for in-home lessons. All prices are subject to applicable taxes.
ADVANCED COURSE
Overview
Upon completion of the Advanced Course, you will have developed a high level of trust and communication with your K9 companion. This program introduces impressive, advanced-level commands that expand your dog’s skill set and responsiveness.
Your dog will learn to respond to silent hand signals, enter a vehicle from a distance on command, and perform controlled leash-walking exercises such as holding their own leash while maintaining a proper heel. Training also includes engaging activities like retrieving on land or water, as well as catching balls and flying discs.
By the end of this course, you and your dog will have built a strong, reliable partnership—resulting in a highly trained and well-rounded companion you can enjoy in everyday life and beyond.
Curriculum
Competition Level Obedience
• Focused Heel
• Street Heel (switch to looking forward during focus heel)
• Send away to a target over 30 ft away
• Advanced placement command (3 or more different targets location)
• Out of sight stay
Requirements
• Completion of Intermediate Course
• Proof of up-to-date vaccinations
• Fitted Collar
• Regular 4 - 6 ft leash (retractable leashes are not allowed)
• Comfortable shoes
• Dress accordingly for weather
• Treats or toys if necessary
• Daily practice in between lessons
$600.00* for 5 weekly lessons
*Lessons are approximately 1 hour in length. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to cancel or reschedule a lesson. A 15-minute grace period is allowed for late arrivals. Lessons missed due to a no-show or cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be considered completed and counted as a lesson. A $40 travel fee per lesson may apply for in-home lessons. All prices are subject to applicable taxes.