Training

COVID UPDATE – February 2021

Due to government restrictions, group classes are not permitted at this time. However, private lessons (virtual and in-person) are available. If you are registered in one of our classes, please feel free to reach out if you need any help with your dog.

The hall is available for rent, whether to train, exercise your dog, or just have some fun in a safe and comfortable environment!

Please contact us for more information.

We thank you for your understanding and wish you all good health and happiness for 2021.

Dog Training

Our next session of classes begins January 4, 2021

Class Schedule for January

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GROUP CLASSES: **Please read our Policies for Group Classes before registering for a class.**

If you prefer to speak to someone on the phone, Louise will be happy to help. Call 514-420-0101

Our Companion Classes are designed to train well-mannered, attentive and compliant pet dogs. Graduates of our Companion Pro class have the skills to embark on careers in many dog sports or activities should the handler be motivated to do so! Please visit our FAQ page for answers to frequent questions.

2020 Training Sessions start dates: January 4, March 15, May 17, August 2, October 18.

• Puppy Playschool – 8 classes (1st class no puppy) – $295 taxes included
For all puppies of 8 weeks to 5 months old. Toy breeds up to 9 months old

• Companion Rookie – 8 classes (1st class no puppy) – $320 taxes included
Basic training for dogs at least 5 months old as well as graduates of Puppy Playschool

• Companion Pro – 8 classes – $320 taxes included
Advanced and Off-leash training, for graduates of our Companion Rookie

Scroll down to register below by credit card or use this form and mail with a cheque. Please contact us for cash or e-transfer payments.

Sports Classes are to stimulate physical and mental acuity and/or to prepare you and your dog for competition:
One class per week for 7 weeks – $200 taxes included
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NOTE: The Sports Classes are only available to graduates of our Companion Pro Class. Not all classes are available at each training session.

• Competition Obedience
• Agility
• Freestyle & Tricks
• Rally-Obedience
• Nose Games

• ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAXES.
• NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN LESS THAN 1 WEEK BEFORE THE START OF ANY SESSION.
• ALL CANCELLATIONS REQUESTED EARLIER THAN 1 WEEK BEFORE CLASSES WILL INCUR A $25 ADMINISTRATION FEE.

If paying by cheque, please print, complete and mail this registration form and include with your payment.

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Available Classes

COMPANION CLASSES

Puppy Playschool

For most puppies 2 to 5 months old (Toy breeds may be as old as 9 months. Large and guarding breeds must be no more than 4 months at start of classes).
Focus on socialization and confidence-building games. Puppies develop important life skills and trust in their owners. We help you with unwanted behaviors such as jumping, nipping and barking. Our gentle methods are effective with puppies as young as 8 weeks old.
1st class is without puppy
Please read our Policies for Group Classes before registering.

Duration: 8 classes of 50 min. each
Maximum: 10 students
Price: 295.00 (taxes Included)

Tuesday
Time: 7:20 p.m.
Start Date: January 5, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Sunday
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Start Date: January 10, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Companion Rookie

Basic training for dogs 5 months and older and also for graduates of our Puppy Playschool. Large breeds may join at an earlier age. Life skills and essential manners such as coming when called, not pulling on the leash and not jumping on people. Practical and effective training to help your dog become a well-behaved member of your family.
1st class is without dog.
Please read our Policies for Group Classes before registering.

Duration: 8 classes of 50 min. each
Maximum: 10 students
Price: 320.00 (taxes Included)

Monday
Time: 6:15pm
Start Date: January 4, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Tuesday
Time: 6:15pm
Start Date: January 5, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Thursday
Time: 6:15pm
Start Date: January 7, 2021
Instructor: Karen Broadway
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Thursday
Time: 7:20pm
Start Date: January 7, 2021
Instructor: Karen Broadway
– THIS CLASS IS COMPLETE –

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Friday
Time: 7:30pm
Start Date: January 8, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Saturday
Time: 10:30am
Start Date: January 9, 2021
Instructor: Karen Broadway
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Saturday
Time: 11:35am
Start Date: January 9, 2021
Instructor: Karen Broadway
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Sunday
Time: 11:35am
Start Date: January 10, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Companion Pro

More advanced obedience training skills including off-leash work, response to signals, attention games and distraction training for graduates of Companion Rookie.
Please read our Policies for Group Classes before registering.

NOTE: The Companion Pro class is available to teams (handler and dog) that have graduated from our Companion Rookie class.

Duration: 8 classes of 50 min. each
Maximum: 8 students
Price: 320.00 (taxes Included)

Tuesday
Time: 8:30pm
Start Date: January 5, 2021
Instructor: Lara Tabakian

Saturday
Time: 12:45pm
Start Date: January 9, 2021
Instructor: Karen Broadway
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Sunday
Time: 12:45pm
Start Date: January 10, 2021
Instructor: Lise Hargrave
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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SPORTS CLASSES

Agility

Introduction to this fun sport done with focus on both technique and safety. Teams (handler AND dog) must have completed Companion Rookie and Companion Pro at Blue Ribbon.

NOTE: All agility students are required to help with the setup and take-down of equipment.

Agility Basic Level: Beginners – Must have completed Companion Pro at Blue Ribbon.
Agility Advanced Level: Must have completed Agility Basic Level
Agility Competition Level: Must have completed Agility Advanced Level.

Duration: 7 classes of 50 min. each
Maximum: 6 students
Price: 200.00 (taxes Included)

Agility Basic
Day/Time: Wednesday; 7:30pm
Start Date: January 6, 2021
Instructor: Jaime Borenstein
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Agility Advanced
Day/Time: Wednesday; 6:30pm
Start Date: January 6, 2021
Instructor: Jaime Borenstein

Competition Obedience

For teams (both handler and dog) that have graduated from our Companion Pro class. To prepare for CKC Obedience Competition and to perfect previously learned behaviours and teach new ones such as retrieving, jumping on cue and scent discrimination. You can train for fun or to prepare for competition, it’s up to you!
Our Instructor, Marie-Johanne Cloutier, also offers private lessons.

Duration: 7 classes of 50 min. each.
Maximum: 6 students
Price: 200.00 (taxes Included)

Monday – Novice
Time: 7:30pm
Start Date: January 4, 2021
Instructor: Marie-Johanne Cloutier

Monday – Open & Utility
Time: 8:30pm
Start Date: January 4, 2021
Instructor: Marie-Johanne Cloutier

Tuesday – Novice
Time: 12:30pm
Start Date: January 5, 2021
Instructor: Marie-Johanne Cloutier

Mixed Bag

Duration: 7 classes of 50 min. each.
Maximum: 6 students
Price: 200.00 (taxes Included)

Thursday
Time: 8:30pm
Start Date: January 7, 2021
Instructor: Varied

Rally-Obedience

Preparation for CKC and CARO Rally-Obedience competition, or just for mental stimulation and fun! A sport for teams (handler AND dog) that have graduated from our Companion Pro level only.

NOTE: All students are required to help with the setup and take down of the courses.

Duration: 7 classes of 50 min. each
Maximum: 6 students
Price: 200.00 (taxes Included)

Tuesday
Time: 1:45pm
Start Date: January 5, 2021
Instructor: Marie-Johanne Cloutier
– THIS CLASS IS FULL –

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Wednesday
Time: 2:30pm
Start Date: January 6, 2021
Instructor: Marie-Johanne Cloutier