DawgSmartz training specializes in working with pet dogs and their owners in Pemberton and Mt.Currie.
We specialize in dog training using positive reinforcement methods that emphasize reward as a way to help dogs learn appropriate behaviours. The outcome being we create the best possible canine citizen that you can enjoy at home or take anywhere knowing you’ll have an enjoyable time. With proper training we help dogs learn to become an excellent life companions.
We work with people to select a dog:
- Select the appropriate breed or mix for the owner’s lifestyle
- Select a dog suited to condo, subdivision, or acreage environments.
- Help evaluate puppies, rescue, and adoption opportunities.
We help the owner train the dog:
- Puppy Training
- Socialization Training
- Correct Behaviour Issues
- Basic Obedience & Manners
- Intro to Agility Equipment
Types of Training offered:
- Group Classes (upon special request).
- Private training sessions at client’s home.
- Semi-private lessons with small groups who wish to work on common issues.
- Day training sessions at client’s home while owners away.
- ‘Just for Fun’ Agility for casual drop-in familiarizing dogs with Agility equipment.
We Work with dogs of any age:
- Puppy – We can begin training at 8 weeks of age “the sooner the better”.
- Adolescent – At about 10 months the dog becomes a ‘teenager’ and may not listen as well as it used to. Continued training at this time helps maintain the dog’s attention and to reinforce basic obedience.
- Mature – The old adage “you can’t teach old dogs new tricks” just isn’t true. You can use positive reinforcement techniques to teach dogs at any age. It may take a little longer and a bit more effort — but not always. The longer attention span of a mature dog can be an asset.