Dog Training Edmonton AB
Training at Waggytails
At Waggytails, we view dog training as a golden opportunity to forge a profound bond between you and your dog. Our training programs are led by fully accredited trainers, including our Master Level Trainer Leah, who holds advanced certifications such as ABCDT-L2, CPDT, and is a recognized Certified Dog Behaviourist. Leah’s expertise extends to diplomas in Rescue Dog Rehabilitation, Canine Reactive Behaviour, and Canine Fear.
Our Training Philosophy
Our mission is to educate you—the dog’s trainer—on how to build communication, trust, and mutual respect with your dog. We use understanding, humane methods to teach you how to integrate training into your busy schedule effectively. Our approach is rooted in the scientific principles of learning theory, constantly updated to offer the most positive and impactful training methods. Training with us means transforming your dog into a well-behaved, attentive, and respectful member of both family and society.
Dog Training Programs Offered
Real Life Dog Training Classes
Details
- These classes take place in an indoor environment and focus on practical obedience skills like recall, sit, down, stay, and loose leash walking. We also tackle manners, handling, and self-control in real-life scenarios. Problem behaviors such as jumping, mouthing, and chewing are also addressed.
Schedule & Fees
- All Classes are Tuesdays weekly from 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM
- Cost: $265.00 + GST (Includes a Free Day Care day)
- October 22th – November 26th, 2024
- January 14th – February 18, 2025
- March 4th – April 8th, 2025
- April 22 – May 27, 2025
- June 3rd – July 15t, 2025 (No Class July 1/25)
- September 9th – October 14th, 2025
- October 28th – December 2nd, 2025
Advanced Real Life Dog Training
- Next Class: TBA
- Fee: $225.00 (includes a Day Care day)
- Description: Designed to enforce reliability and teach more complex behaviors. This class uses specialized games and activities to build reliability, supervised separation, and reduce reliance on rewards while increasing distractions.
The Reactive Dog
- Next Class: TBA
- Fee: $250.00 (includes a Day Care day)
- Description: A focused 6-week class for beginning to advanced obedience, tailored for owners of reactive breeds like Pit Bulls and Rottweilers. This intensive program is limited to six dogs per class to ensure personalized attention.
Puppy Preschool and Socialization
- Next Class: TBA
- Fee: $125.00 (includes a Day Care day)
- Description: An introductory class that covers basic obedience and socialization, addressing key puppy training areas such as potty training, crate training, and chewing.
Private Dog Training Sessions
Contact us to book a private session or for more information
At Waggytails, we offer private training sessions tailored to meet the unique needs of your dog. Ideal for addressing specific behavioral challenges or achieving personalized training goals, these one-on-one sessions provide dedicated attention and customized guidance. Enhance your dog’s learning experience with our expert trainers who are committed to helping you and your dog succeed.