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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Last week I had to take True to the vet because he had an ear infection. He bounced into the office with me as if he was going to the park, he was friendly with the girls at the front desk. We went in the examination room and he was fine, happily sniffing every square inch of the floor. He was happy to see the vet and even though his ear was sore he didn't do anything when she swabbed it. True didn't enjoy having his anal glands expelled but he didn't struggle or make a peep. I was so proud of him. The vet said she was amazed at how well behaved he was and how he had come such a long way, and she complimented me on my training. Thank you so much for all your help.
Wendy Neumann & True the Bouiver
Reactive Dog Programme student, Duncan, BC
Today I was paid the ultimate compliment by Lisbeth Plant, owner of Cowichan Canine. She said I had helped my puppy Daphne (now 6 months old) develop into a really nice young dog. I agree! But of course I could not have done it without the wonderful folks at Cowichan Canine: professional, caring, knowledgeable and a bonus - all with a great sense of humour! Lisbeth, Stephanie, Andrea, Glenda and Steph all continue to help me guide Daphne and I am so grateful for their help, knowledge and kindness and for occasionally talking me down from a proverbial cliff! How lucky we are here in the Cowichan valley to have access to a full spectrum of resources to help guide and develop our dogs into the best they can be! Let the learning (and fun) continue!
Theresa Coles
Duncan
