Nurturing Beautiful Relationships
Classes, Private & In Home Dog Training, Behaviour & Aggression Therapy
SPECIALTY OPTIONS
BE ADVISED THAT WE ARE CLOSED ON ALL LONG WEEKENDS AND RUN ONE WEEK LONGER FOR EACH CLOSURE
SPECIALTY OPTIONS
| Long Line Recall Classes | Group Walks | Specialty Stay Classes| Small Dog Social
Preparing Your Dog(s) For A New Baby | Preparing Your Dog(s) & Home For A New Puppy
About Our Classes
- All classes include socialization and confidence building to prevent aggression because most dog bites are caused by fear.
- We teach you to understand your dog’s behaviours, motivations, and communications.
- We teach the life skills necessary for your dog to become a good citizen and companion.
- We set you up for success with problem prevention as well as helping to solve existing problems.
- We include and Q&A to address your concerns after every class.
- Over 16 months must be spayed or neutered unless approved by Lisa.
- IF THE CLASS YOU WANT IS FULL CONTACT LISA AS SHE MAY ADD EXTRA CLASSES OR HAVE OTHER OPTIONS
LIFESKILLS DOGS IN THE CITY
Class Runs for 4 weeks
Cost including hst : $315.00
To register please contact Lisa at : [email protected]
Monday September 30th, October 7, 21 and 28th - From 6pm to 7pm - 4 SPOTS LEFT
Monday November 11, 18, 25 and December 2nd - From 5:30pm to 6:30pm - 3 SPOTS LEFT
Let's take learning outside and away from our home and the school! Join me and let your dogs experience everything our City has to offer to our dogs in a safe and controlled environment. We will go to stores, Shopping Centre's, outdoor event spaces, trails for group walks and so much more!
Prerequisites For Joining this class:
- Must have completed Puppy Foundations and LS Foundations Or approved by Lisa.
- Non Reactive Dogs only (we will be adding a class just for our more sensitive dogs in the New Year).
- Non Fearful Dogs (we will be adding a class just for our more sensitive dogs in the New Year).
- The dogs must have good social skills when it comes to humans and dogs.
- Must have all standard vaccinations (please see out full list under policies)
- We are a Force Free Facility so no harsh tools, prong collars, shock collars, slip leads, halti's (please see the full list under policies)
- All dogs must be approved by Lisa
Equipment Needed:
- Harness/Flat collar
- 6 foot and a 20 foot leash
- A mat/dog bed/portable raised bed
- Lot's of high value treats, kibble and or a favorite toy
- Treat Pouch
- I will have water and water bowls for the dogs on hand
SMALL DOG SOCIAL CLASS
This class is a Social Only and is for small breed dogs under 15 pounds (or approved by Lisa). To drop into Social Class your must first do a FREE 15 minute meet and greet at the school with Lisa to ensure all dogs are well socialized and able to play well together.
To register for this Social Class please email Lisa: [email protected]
Social Packages:
$35.00 per Session
$135.00 for a bundle of 4 Sessions
$192.00 for a bundle of 6 Sessions
$360.00 for a bundle of 12 Sessions
Please email Lisa at [email protected] to register for class
Class Dates:
Date to be determined
FIT PAWS - STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING CLASS
Canine Strength and Conditioning class is not just for Sports dog or athletes, keep your dog limber and fit at all stages of their lives, it's especially important for seniors. It's another way to challenge your dog and to teach them something new! Your dog craves metal stimulation as much as they do physical exercise. Exercise comes with countless benefits and its a great way to busy your dog's mind and fulfill their needs in a simple and fun way!
Class Packages:
$45.00 per Class
$170.00 for a bundle of 4 Classes
$240.00 for a bundle of 6 Classes
$420.00 for a bundle of 12 Classes
Please email Lisa at [email protected] to register for class
What we Do in Class and the Benefits:
- Build on your dogs physical abilities and strength.
- Improves body awareness and balance.
- improves confidence in dogs.
- Increases the trust between you and your dog.
- Helps or dogs with other daily functions like going to the vet, holding positions.
- Build on your dogs basic obedience tools, stand, stay, wait, leave, it's your choice.
- Build on your dogs body awareness, physical strength, their flexibility, endurance, muscle development and their over all health.
- WE HAVE FUN!!
Prerequisites:
- Must be 12 weeks or older
- For dogs older than 6 months - must have basic obedience skills, sit, down, stand and stay
- Non Dog Reactive
- Must have all standard vaccinations (please see out full list under policies)
- We are a Force Free Facility so no harsh tools, prong collars, shock collars, slip leads, halti's (please see the full list under policies)
- All dogs must be approved by Lisa
- 6 to 10 foot leash
- Flat collar or Harness
- Lots of high value treats or a favorite toy
Class Availability:
Classes set on Demand
LONG LINE RECALL
$226.00 including hst
2 Weeks - 1 to 1.5 Hours - Maximum 4 Dogs
What you will learn
- Off leash recall starting with a long line
- Recall with distractions and basic training
- Why recall is so important and how to always make it a positive experience
Tools Required
- ALL CLASSES WILL BE HELD OUTDOORS AT VARIOUS AREAS IN THE CITY
- Approved Harness
- 6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
- Long Line, minimum 30'
- Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
Classes will be held at outdoor locations and will run rain or shine, please dress accordingly.
Classes will be rescheduled if cancelled due to thunder and/or lightening and heavy snowfall
Class may run longer than one hour so make sure your schedule is clear.
Class Availability
ADVANCED STAY AND EXERCISE CLASS
$226.00 including hst
2 Weeks - 1 to 1.5 Hours - Maximum 4 Dogs
What you will learn
- Stay in various positions and with a multitude of distractions
- Stay while you are outside of the classroom
- Stay in a down or sit position for up to 5 minutes by end of session
- A solid "go to your bed/place" and stay from any surface
- New strength exercises
December 12th and 19th from 10am -FULL
December 19th and 21st from 6pm -FULL
Group Walks - $50 + HST Per Walk (for non clients) $30 (for existing clients) 1 to 1.5 Hour - Maximum 6 Dogs
Benefits: Learning to walk on a loose leash, dealing with distractions, self-control around other dogs, confidence building, mental stimulation, exercise, teaching self-control and desired behavior's in public.
Classes are Friday evenings at 6:30pm at various locations throughout the city.
March 1st at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
March 15th at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
April 5th at 6pm -6 SPOTS OPEN
April 19th at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
May 3rd at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
May 24th at 6pm - OPEN
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
All dogs welcome, reactive dogs must be pre-approved.
Walks will be held at outdoor locations and will run rain or shine, please dress accordingly.
Walks will be rescheduled if cancelled due to thunder and lightening.
Walks may run longer than expected so make sure your schedule is clear.
Benefits: Learning to walk on a loose leash, dealing with distractions, self-control around other dogs, confidence building, mental stimulation, exercise, teaching self-control and desired behavior's in public.
Classes are Friday evenings at 6:30pm at various locations throughout the city.
March 1st at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
March 15th at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
April 5th at 6pm -6 SPOTS OPEN
April 19th at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
May 3rd at 6pm - 6 SPOTS OPEN
May 24th at 6pm - OPEN
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
All dogs welcome, reactive dogs must be pre-approved.
Walks will be held at outdoor locations and will run rain or shine, please dress accordingly.
Walks will be rescheduled if cancelled due to thunder and lightening.
Walks may run longer than expected so make sure your schedule is clear.
Preparing Your Dog For A New Baby
$400 In Class - 4 Weeks - 1 Hour (Two classes before baby comes home and two after)
$275 Zoom Sessions - 3 Sessions - 1 Hour
Benefits: Desensitization to the sounds and scents of a new baby, establishing a new routine for when baby comes home, teaching self-control when walking with a stroller, teaching self-control when around the baby, teaching your dog that "go to your bed and stay" when required is pleasant, teaching your dog that the new baby is a good thing.
Contact Lisa For Schedule
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
Classes will be held at the Living Better Dog Training facility and your home.
$400 In Class - 4 Weeks - 1 Hour (Two classes before baby comes home and two after)
$275 Zoom Sessions - 3 Sessions - 1 Hour
Benefits: Desensitization to the sounds and scents of a new baby, establishing a new routine for when baby comes home, teaching self-control when walking with a stroller, teaching self-control when around the baby, teaching your dog that "go to your bed and stay" when required is pleasant, teaching your dog that the new baby is a good thing.
Contact Lisa For Schedule
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
Classes will be held at the Living Better Dog Training facility and your home.
Preparing Your Dog And Home For A New Puppy
$150 per 1 Hour Private Session In Your Home
$100 per 1 Hour Private Zoom Session
Benefits: Guiding you as you make the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible for you, your dog(s) and new puppy.
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
$150 per 1 Hour Private Session In Your Home
$100 per 1 Hour Private Zoom Session
Benefits: Guiding you as you make the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible for you, your dog(s) and new puppy.
Tools Required:
Approved Harness
6' or 10' lead (no retractable leashes)
Plenty of high valued, healthy training treats
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.