Our Services
Our Classes
All City Dogs classes are small in size – between four and five dogs – to assure that you get all your questions answered and a lot of personal attention. Graduates of ANY class will receive a discounted in-home session rate of $150 per session and no package is needed.
City
Puppies
Tuesday April 30 to May 21 6pm to 7pm
240 Manor Road East
Features:
- All your questions about routine house training and biting will be answered
- Walking politely and confidently around the city
- Proper socialization with dogs, people, and novel items
- Learn the most important skills
Learning to
Listen
Saturday June 1st to 22nd
11am to 12pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Features:
- a rocket recall
- loose leash walking
- working on jumping
- drop it and leave it inside and outside
- door dashing
- wait and stay inside and outside
Dog Park
Skills Class
Saturday June 1st to 22nd from
Uberdog Athletic Club &
Sandy Bruce Off Leash & one zoom class
It’s pretty common for dogs to lose all focus and not listen in the dog park, but it doesn’t have to be that way! This class is designed for dogs who love the park but may just need to practice important skills to keep the park fun and safe.
In these 5 classes you will learn:
- recall techniques that work in the park
- drop it and leave it
- how and when to break up a play that is spiraling
- keeping energy levels at a manageable level
- practicing in a low-distraction environment AND in a dog park setting
Losing It
on the Leash
Zoom Class - Thursday June 27th 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Saturday July 6th to 27th
11am to 12pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Barking and lunging on the leash has dramatically increased in the city. In this class, we get to the bottom of this behavior and come up with interesting and fun ways to change it.
Features:
- how to get in front of the behavior
- how to lessen frustration
- techniques to promote focus and calmness
- maximum of four dogs and two trainers in class
City Dogs
Pro
Saturday April 20th to May 18th 12:15pm to 1:15pm
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St.
This class prepares pups
ages 8 months and older to be calm and focused in dog-friendly public places, prepares dogs for the Canine Good Neighbour Exam and evaluates whether your dog would enjoy therapy dog volunteering.
Squirrel!
Tuesday June 4th
to June 25th
6:15pm to 7:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Features:
learn why your dog is so interested in squirrels satisfy the need to bark & chase through different activities get your dog to look to you when they see a squirrel improve recall and focus around squirrels
Beginner
Agility Classes
Saturday April 20th to May 11th 10am to 11am
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St.
Looking for something fun and exciting to do with your dog? Agility is a great way to improve focus, strengthen your bond and just have fun! This is a non-competitive class that is designed as a positive introduction to the sport.
Here is what you will learn in the beginner class:
- getting used to the equipment
- going through tunnels
- going over jumps
- navigating weave poles
- calmly starting a course
- calmly ending a course
- relax on a mat while waiting your turn (and where else to use this very useful skill!)
Level 2
Agility Classes
Saturday April 27th to May 18th 3:15pm to 4:15pm
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St.
This class is for dogs who have completed any sort of agility training whether through City Dogs or through another program. Let’s continue the agility fun! This is not a competitive-style agility class.
Here is what you will learn in the Level 2 class:
- go beyond the foundations and learn new obstacles
- longer courses
- work on handling and sending out
- increase speed
Solo Agility or Urban Herding Classes
Drop In Classes
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St
Are you unable to go to classes because your dog is fearful or reactive or do you not enjoy group classes yourself? This allows you to book the space for you, your dog, and your trainer and get the most out of your time with no distractions.
Urban
Herding
Saturday July 6th to 27th 3:15pm to 4:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St.
You will learn:
- around & wait
- push
- push in the right direction to the goal
- how fast can your dog herd the ball
Junior Trainer
Certification
Saturday April 20th to May 18th 11:15am to 12:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club 24 Industrial St.
Junior Trainers will learn how to:
- train basic skills like recall, leash walking, drop and more
- teach useful tricks like wipe your paws!
- do activities together that are safe, fun and will tire them both out
- take on more responsibility without you having to ask!
Dog Parkour
Training Level
Tuesday April 30th to May 21st 7:15pm
to 8:15pm
240 Manor Road East
Change your walks forever! This versatile sport can be done anywhere, anytime! Excellent for leash pullers, over-excited dogs and to make your walks more interesting.
Here is what you will learn in the Training Level class:
- two paws, four paws, under, through, in, balance & creativity
- how to see parkour obstacles anywhere you go
- safely approach and complete each skill and obstacle
- easily increase your dog's focus on a walk
- tire your dog physically and mentally
- assistance to get your Training Level Title through the International Dog Parkour Association
Winter Prep
Workshop
TBA
240 Manor Road East
Features:
- make sure you have the right gear
- help your dog love coats and boots
- winter safety
- activities when it's too cold
Rocket Recall
Workshop
Tuesday March 6th & 13th 6:15pm to 7:100pm
Manor Road United Church 240 Manor Road East
Learn to call your dog just once
Features:
- practice distance & distraction
- find the best technique for your dog
- get started on an emergency recall
- practice at a dog park!
Four On
The Floor
April 6th & 13th 2:15pm to 3:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Features:
- Keep "four on the floor" at the door
- Meet new people and dogs calmly
- Calm when the doorbell rings
- Avoid counter surfing
One-Day Calm Around Company Workshop
Saturday December 16th 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Uberdog Athletic Club located at 24 Industrial St.
You will learn:
- calm when the doorbell rings
- appropirate guest greetings
- relaxed around visitors
- curb counter surfing
2-Session Classes
Rocket Recall
Workshop
Saturday June 1st & 3rd 3:15pm to 4:00pm
Manor Road United Church 240 Manor Road East
Learn to call your dog just once
Features:
- practice distance & distraction
- find the best technique for your dog
- get started on an emergency recall
- practice at a dog park!
Leash
Walking
Saturday June 15th & 22nd
3:15pm to 4:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Learn the masteries of dog walking
Features:
- Learn WHY your dog is pulling
- Learn different techniques
- Learn calm and focus skills
- Practice with real distractions!
Calm
Around
Saturday June 15th & 22nd
3:15pm to 4:00pm
Uberdog Athletic Club
24 Industrial St.
Teach your dog to be a great host
Features:
- Achieve calm when the doorbell rings
- Greet gusts appropriately
- Be relaxed around visitors
- Curb encounter/coffee table surfing
Private Dog Training
In-Home Dog Training
1 Session
Whether you have a puppy ready to start off on the right paw, a new rescue getting used to your new home, or a dog going through some difficult behaviors, we are prepared for all sorts of training including leash walking, recall, calm greetings, barking, reactivity, fear and anxiety, and even aggression. We will work with you to achieve your goals through science-based methods that are educational and fun for both you and your dog.
In-Home Dog Training
3 Sessions
Whether you have a puppy ready to start off on the right paw, a new rescue getting used to your new home, or a dog going through some difficult behaviors, we are prepared for all sorts of training including leash walking, recall, calm greetings, barking, reactivity, fear and anxiety, and even aggression. We will work with you to achieve your goals through science-based methods that are educational and fun for both you and your dog.
In-Home Dog Training
5 Sessions
Whether you have a puppy ready to start off on the right paw, a new rescue getting used to your new home, or a dog going through some difficult behaviors, we are prepared for all sorts of training including leash walking, recall, calm greetings, barking, reactivity, fear and anxiety, and even aggression. We will work with you to achieve your goals through science-based methods that are educational and fun for both you and your dog.
