Nurturing Beautiful Relationships
Classes, Private & In Home Dog Training, Behaviour & Aggression Therapy
CLASSES
BE ADVISED THAT WE ARE CLOSED ON ALL LONG WEEKENDS AND RUN ONE WEEK LONGER FOR EACH CLOSURE
At Living Better Dog Training, we tailor our approach to suit each individual dog. Our classes are designed to address the specific needs of every participant, considering factors such as breed, temperament, energy levels, and learning pace with regard to games and techniques. Recognizing that every dog is unique, we strive to ensure that each class or private session delivers an optimal and rewarding experience for every dog entrusted to our care.
At Living Better Dog Training, we tailor our approach to suit each individual dog. Our classes are designed to address the specific needs of every participant, considering factors such as breed, temperament, energy levels, and learning pace with regard to games and techniques. Recognizing that every dog is unique, we strive to ensure that each class or private session delivers an optimal and rewarding experience for every dog entrusted to our care.
LifeSkills Foundations
A Program for Developing Canine-Guardian Relationships
During every session, we systematically teach essential behaviours like sit, down, stay, distracted stay, leave, out/drop, touch, walking, greetings, placement exercises, recall, and tackle common behavioral issues among many other valuable skills for daily life (and so much more). With each class, you and your dog will develop greater abilities and deepen your partnership.
None of our classes use a generic template; instead, we adapt them to suit each dog's unique personality, learning style, and understanding. Every dog is different, just like every person, so our curriculum celebrates that diversity.
Our courses offer meaningful learning experiences through games and skill-building activities designed to progress with the team's growth, both in the classroom and at home. We aim to keep learning entertaining and rewarding throughout. Each time you take a LifeSkills course, we'll continue to challenge and support your development as a team!
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Sunday November 16, 23, 30 and December 7 - From 1:30 to 2:30pm - FULL
Monday November 17, 24, December 1 and 8 - From 7 to 8pm - OPEN - FULL
Tuesday November 18, 25, December 2 and 9 - From 5:30pm to 6:30pm - FULL/CLOSED
PLEASE REACH OUT FOR JANUARY DATES
LifeSkills for More Emotional Dogs - (not appropriate for aggressive or highly reactive dogs; private sessions or One on One with Kimber are suggested before joining)
This class caters to dogs who are friendly but struggle to stay focused around other dogs or people. It’s an ideal introductory course for shy or uncertain dogs, such as rescues. We carefully select participants for each group, ensuring classes remain balanced and stress-free. After completing this class, graduates can progress to LifeSkills courses with a wider variety of dogs.
Every LifeSkills Emotions class is thoughtfully structured to meet the specific needs of enrolled dogs. The program centres on building trust and teamwork between guardians and their dogs. Sessions focus on helping dogs safely interact with others while honing important commands. We systematically cover skills such as sit, down, stay, distracted stay, leave it, out/drop, touch, greetings, walking manners, placement tasks, recall, and techniques for coping with overstimulation from other dogs or people. Additional daily-life skills are also included. Through ongoing participation, both dogs and guardians strengthen their abilities and deepen their bond.
Our approach avoids generic teaching methods, preferring instead to tailor instruction to suit each dog's unique temperament and way of learning. We value the individuality of every dog and guardian, customising lessons to foster practical skill development and enjoyable activities inside and outside the classroom.
Courses provide well-rounded learning opportunities through in-class practice and take-home games that encourage gradual improvement. Our goal is to make every session engaging, positive, and beneficial for everyone involved.
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Tuesday November 18, 25, December 2 and 9 - From 7 to 8pm - FULL/CLOSED
Wednesday November 19, 26, December 3 and 10 - From 5:30 to 6:30pm - FULL/CLOSED
ONE ON ONE WITH KIMBER - (some dogs may need to start with Privates due to specific aggression issues and then can move to this class)
Instruction is conducted privately, allowing you, your dog, Kimber, and myself to operate within a controlled setting. When prepared, participants may progress to our LifeSkills group classes. Each course offers comprehensive learning opportunities through both classroom practice and thoughtfully designed take-home activities that promote ongoing progress. We strive to make every session engaging, constructive, and beneficial for all participants.
Our methodology eschews generic teaching models in favors of personalized instruction tailored to each dog's individual temperament and learning style. By recognizing and respecting the unique qualities of every dog and guardian, we customize lessons to encourage practical skill acquisition and positive experiences both within and beyond the classroom.
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Wednesday November 19, 26, December 3 and 10 - From 7:00 to 8:00pm - 1 SPOT LEFT
Reactive Dog Class
A Program for Developing Canine-Guardian Relationships
- Classes are held over 4 weeks
- Each session lasts 1 hour with a 20-minute Q&A afterward
- Fee is $350.00, taxes included
- Maximum of 3 to 4 dogs per class
- Ages 6 months and older (puppies under 6 months of age should have taken Puppy Foundations first)
- To qualify into the appropriate class please email to book your complimentary 20 minute assessment
During every session, we systematically teach essential behaviours like sit, down, stay, distracted stay, leave, out/drop, touch, walking, greetings, placement exercises, recall, and tackle common behavioral issues among many other valuable skills for daily life (and so much more). With each class, you and your dog will develop greater abilities and deepen your partnership.
None of our classes use a generic template; instead, we adapt them to suit each dog's unique personality, learning style, and understanding. Every dog is different, just like every person, so our curriculum celebrates that diversity.
Our courses offer meaningful learning experiences through games and skill-building activities designed to progress with the team's growth, both in the classroom and at home. We aim to keep learning entertaining and rewarding throughout. Each time you take a LifeSkills course, we'll continue to challenge and support your development as a team!
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Sunday November 16, 23, 30 and December 7 - From 1:30 to 2:30pm - FULL
Monday November 17, 24, December 1 and 8 - From 7 to 8pm - OPEN - FULL
Tuesday November 18, 25, December 2 and 9 - From 5:30pm to 6:30pm - FULL/CLOSED
PLEASE REACH OUT FOR JANUARY DATES
LifeSkills for More Emotional Dogs - (not appropriate for aggressive or highly reactive dogs; private sessions or One on One with Kimber are suggested before joining)
- Classes are held over 4 weeks
- Each session lasts 1 hour with a 20-minute Q&A afterward
- Fee is $360.00, taxes included
- Maximum of 2 dogs per class
- Ages 6 months and older
- To qualify into the appropriate class please email to book your complimentary 20 minute assessment
This class caters to dogs who are friendly but struggle to stay focused around other dogs or people. It’s an ideal introductory course for shy or uncertain dogs, such as rescues. We carefully select participants for each group, ensuring classes remain balanced and stress-free. After completing this class, graduates can progress to LifeSkills courses with a wider variety of dogs.
Every LifeSkills Emotions class is thoughtfully structured to meet the specific needs of enrolled dogs. The program centres on building trust and teamwork between guardians and their dogs. Sessions focus on helping dogs safely interact with others while honing important commands. We systematically cover skills such as sit, down, stay, distracted stay, leave it, out/drop, touch, greetings, walking manners, placement tasks, recall, and techniques for coping with overstimulation from other dogs or people. Additional daily-life skills are also included. Through ongoing participation, both dogs and guardians strengthen their abilities and deepen their bond.
Our approach avoids generic teaching methods, preferring instead to tailor instruction to suit each dog's unique temperament and way of learning. We value the individuality of every dog and guardian, customising lessons to foster practical skill development and enjoyable activities inside and outside the classroom.
Courses provide well-rounded learning opportunities through in-class practice and take-home games that encourage gradual improvement. Our goal is to make every session engaging, positive, and beneficial for everyone involved.
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Tuesday November 18, 25, December 2 and 9 - From 7 to 8pm - FULL/CLOSED
Wednesday November 19, 26, December 3 and 10 - From 5:30 to 6:30pm - FULL/CLOSED
ONE ON ONE WITH KIMBER - (some dogs may need to start with Privates due to specific aggression issues and then can move to this class)
- 4-week course
- Each class is 1 hour plus a 20-minute Q&A
- $375.00 (taxes included)
- Ages 6 months and older
- Only your dog attends with Kimber
- To qualify into the appropriate class please email to book your complimentary 20 minute assessment
Instruction is conducted privately, allowing you, your dog, Kimber, and myself to operate within a controlled setting. When prepared, participants may progress to our LifeSkills group classes. Each course offers comprehensive learning opportunities through both classroom practice and thoughtfully designed take-home activities that promote ongoing progress. We strive to make every session engaging, constructive, and beneficial for all participants.
Our methodology eschews generic teaching models in favors of personalized instruction tailored to each dog's individual temperament and learning style. By recognizing and respecting the unique qualities of every dog and guardian, we customize lessons to encourage practical skill acquisition and positive experiences both within and beyond the classroom.
CLASS AVAILABILITY
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Wednesday November 19, 26, December 3 and 10 - From 7:00 to 8:00pm - 1 SPOT LEFT
Reactive Dog Class
- 4-week course
- Each class is 1 hour plus a 20-minute Q&A
- $425.00 plus hst
- Ages 6 months and older
- To qualify into the appropriate class please email to book your complimentary 20 minute assessment
- Classes run when required
Payment Options
Cash or Email Money Transfer to: [email protected]
Cash or Email Money Transfer to: [email protected]
Registration and Refund Policy
Payments to be made to: [email protected] within 24 hours of registration in order to confirm consultation and/or class.
Non-transferable, no discounts, refunds or credits.
Payments to be made to: [email protected] within 24 hours of registration in order to confirm consultation and/or class.
Non-transferable, no discounts, refunds or credits.
Health and Vaccines
Proof of up to date vaccines required prior to your first class. Failure to do so will eliminate you from the class, no exceptions.
Proof of up to date vaccines required prior to your first class. Failure to do so will eliminate you from the class, no exceptions.
- Females in season will not be permitted in class.
- All dogs over 16 months must be spayed or neutered before acceptance into any class that includes Social Play unless approved by Lisa.
- If you suspect your dog may be unwell in any way (physical or emotional) contact Lisa prior to class to determine whether or not it is suitable to bring your dog to class.
- If you or anyone joining you for class is unwell, contact Lisa prior to class to determine if you need to miss a class or wear a mask.
- If you have tested positive for Covid-19 contact Lisa to make other arrangements. A negative test will be required to re-join class.
Equipment
- 6’ to 10’ leash with handle
- Properly fitted flat buckle collar, Martingale collar or harness. (Ask Lisa for recommendations)
- No training equipment is to be used to punish a dog in any way.
- NOT PERMITTED: Shock or spray equipment of any kind, choke chains, slip collars or leads, pinch/prong collars, retractable leashes or any tool or technique that is designed to cause stress, anxiety, fear, discomfort or pain for the dog.