Classes
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Puppy Start Right ClassesThe early puppyhood socialization period is a critical and finite period of time during which puppies are developmentally open to new experiences. |
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Pet Manners ClassesA comprehensive pet manners programme for all dogs over 17 weeks of age! No upper age limit! |
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Reactive Dog ClassesFor owners who have dogs with "issues". Dogs that have been labelled "aggressive" or "fearful".
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AgilityWe offer agility classes for all levels of students skills, even for puppies! |
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Canine Good NeighbourCowichan Canine offers prep classes for the official Canine Good Neighbour test for all levels of student skills. |
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Carting ClassLarge dogs have historically been used for carting work, taking goods to market, moving firewood or other supplies around the farm, or even pulling people. |
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Play GroupsGet together with other dogs for a fun play session. We also offer Toy Breed and Senior socials!
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Rally ObedienceThis is a sport that you can enjoy simply because you wish to teach your dog to heel nicely and reliably, or because you wish to compete and earn titles. |
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Scent DetectionDogs learn to systematically search boxes and other objects, including vehicles, for hidden scent. |
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Behaviour Evaluation SessionIf in doubt of which of our training services would suit your dog the best, private training or classes, we offer a Behaviour Evaluation. If you are that are interested in our Reactive Dog Programme, Day Training or Board & Train, this evaluation is compulsory. The Behaviour Evaluation consists of - One 20-30 mins Zoom session, where we go through a 16-page Behaviour Information Form that you will have completed ahead of time; and - One 20-30 mins in-person session, where we meet your dog and assess his or her behaviour with other dogs, people or other triggers. - We then discuss and decide together how we can best help your dog based on our findings and your time and budget constraints.
Once we receive your payment, we will send you the Behaviour Information Form and contact you to set up the two sessions.
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Hero has been making lots and lots of progress. His only setbacks have been when I have pushed him too far. I am on summer break from teaching and have been dedicated hours each day to his training. Too many great stories to share, but I do have to share this one, for me it was his "graduation." Ever since our sessions with you at the house, I have been working with Hero on an "away" command, where he keeps away from being right in front of doors. For the last months, I drop treats on the floor at the end of the hallway by my living room as I go in and out the front door. I do it 100% of the time. A few weeks ago, high winds blew open the front door at 7:30 a.m. while I was sleeping. I heard Hero pacing in the living room and then whining. I got up to investigate and found Hero waiting patiently in his "away" location, waiting for his treat, rather than go out the un-supervised wide open front door and into mischief. It was worth every treat I had spent!!!!!
Becky & Hero
Duncan
Hi Lisbeth,
Just wanted to let you know Wylie’s emergency recall works! We came across two unleashed dogs on a hike yesterday and he went over the edge unfortunately- tore the leash out of my hand and ran away into the woods.
I took a tumble in the process and by the time I got up he was out of sight. Pulled out the whistle, called him repeatedly and after what seemed like ages he came to me!
We will never leave the house without my whistle ad sardines…thank you so much!
Marika
Marika with Wylie (Reactive Dog Programme student)
Victoria
