DOGSmart Training & DAYcare
100-8206 Ontario Street V5X 3E3 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Don’t let your training lack - especially if you have a new puppy, a new to you dog, or a dog that needs specialized training. We offer very small group training in a facility capable of physical distance training. Masks are worn at all times. We also offer Zoom sessions and private training as long as it meets COVID guidelines.

Feb 13 Alert. Snow day. Classes postponed one week. Phone office for message. Classes postponed one week Take care

"Seventeen studies were identified that include surveys of dog owners, intervention studies, and reports from veterinarians....Despite the methodological concer...ns, it appears that aversive training methods have undesirable unintended outcomes and that using them puts dogs’ welfare at risk. In addition, there is no evidence to suggest that aversive training methods are more effective than reward-based training methods. At least 3 studies in this review suggest that the opposite might be true in both pets and working dogs. Because this appears to be the case, it is recommended that the dog training community embrace reward-based training and avoid, as much as possible, training methods that include aversion. See more

Yes, ALWAYS supervise. Wonderful visual.

Happy Friday the 13th!

We have two new Puppy Play classes coming up - December 19th at 9:15 am & December 20th at 2:15 pm. Now booking into December for this popular one class event - 75 minutes of playing with your puppy around all different kinds of puppies. This is a great socialization class learning about reading body language and working on safe play. Dogs will be separated into appropriate sizes and play styles. Due to Covid-19 restrictions class size is limited. Masks required! Register: http://www.dogsmart.ca//Puppy_Play_Two_New_Dates_-_Decembe

i graduated today . Congratulations Short Stack. Well done!

A new class you say? Starting December 14? Tell us more... Canine Fitness: A Workshop. Movement is a very important aspect of the dog's life. Regardless of age or health conditions, every dog needs activity and movement for enrichment. Conditioning is defined as a variety of exercises aimed at improving and maintaining strength, speed, agility, endurance, balance and proprioception. Every dog deserves to have the best quality of life for the longest time possible. Cond...itioning is one of many steps we can offer to our dogs. This workshop runs over two weeks. https://dogsmart.dogbizpro.com/Publ/Registration/Index.aspx

Pet owners, rejoice!

Animals make our communities safer, healthier, and more humane, said Cant. It is heartbreaking to see people forced to give up a pet because of housing issues.

i graduated today . Congratulations Short Stack. Well done!

Interesting study .. Faces of humans may not mean as much to dogs a we think. Study suggests dogs may notice our faces, and even the expressions on them, but they use all sorts of other information, such as body language and voice cues, to tell what we are up to. Humans, on the other hand, value most what they see on a face.

Still space left for this great class ..

"The breeds of the dogs and puppies include Dalmatians, Corgis, Great Pyrenees, King Charles spaniels, Yorkies, Maltese, Poodles, and Australian cattle dogs. The SPCA says one of the puppy litters is being treated for possible distemper and another litter is receiving treatment for medical issues."

Dogs are sniffing out #COVID19 in Finland at the Helsinki airport as part of a new pilot program.

Walk This Way begins September 26th .. Does your dog pull or lag on leash? Is getting your dog to walk calmly near you difficult for your dog to understand? Come and have some fun learning some unique ways to teach your dog to walk beside you. Join us for this popular indoor / outdoor class. It’s all about force free training and helping your dog find their groove. Class sizes are small so sign up quickly. Masks required. Register here: https://dogsmart.dogbizpro.com/pub/registration/index.aspx

Haha. Friday smile.

Does your dog pull or lag on leash? Come and have some fun learning some unique ways to teach your dog to walk calmly with you and beside you Starting September 26th! This will be an indoor and outdoor class. > https://dogsmart.dogbizpro.com/pub/registration/index.aspx