Get your dog’s manners holiday-ready with this fun, free class! Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Peninsula Pet Supplies, we’re offering a complimentary 1-hour group session focused on essential manner skills. You and your dog will work on useful commands like “go to place,” “leave it,” and leash walking, all in a new setting with controlled distractions to strengthen your dog's focus.
Join us for a lively, engaging class where you and your dog can learn, bond, and enjoy a little extra polish before the holiday season!
Join us for Paws & Claus on Saturday, December 21, from 12pm to 3pm at Peninsula Pet Supplies!
This festive, free drop-in event is packed with holiday cheer, including fun activities for you and your dog, a holiday photo booth, and a Stuff-a-Kong or Topple table to create a special treat for your pup.
Don’t miss out on the holiday fun—bring your furry friend and celebrate the season with us!
Please RSVP to reserve your spot!
Dogs with BIG Feelings: Helping Big Emotions Feel Manageable
Does your dog have BIG feelings about the world—startling, barking, or getting “over the top” when faced with people, dogs, cars, or unexpected events? If so, Dogs with BIG Feelings is here to help!
This class is designed specifically for reactive dogs who need a little extra support navigating the world. In a safe and controlled environment, we’ll work on skills to help your dog feel calmer and more confident. Using techniques from Leslie McDevitt’s Control Unleashed program, you’ll learn:
Pattern Games: Fun, structured activities to reduce stress.
Active and Passive Management: Tools to handle challenging situations.
Leash Walking: Improve focus and composure during walks.
Relaxation Techniques: Help your dog find their zen.
This class is ideal for clients with barky, lunge-y, or reactive dogs who have previously attended private training or group classes with FPK9. Not an FPK9 alumnus? No problem! A pre-class assessment (fee required) is available to determine if this course is the right fit for you and your dog.
Take the first step toward calmer walks and happier outings with your dog—because big feelings deserve big support! 🐾
Join Hocus Pocus: Magic Tricks for Dogs and unlock your dog's potential!
Designed for all skill levels, this fun and engaging course will teach your canine companion a variety of impressive tricks. From simple commands like "spin" and "shake" to more advanced feats such as "roll over" and "play dead," our experienced trainers will guide you every step of the way.
Have a trick you've always dreamed of teaching your dog, bring your wish list and we'll help you achieve your goals! Enhance your bond with your dog, boost their confidence, and impress your friends with their newfound skills. Each session is packed with positive reinforcement techniques, ensuring a joyful learning experience for both you and your furry friend. Sign up today and watch your dog become a trick star!
Unleash your dog's potential with our Beginner Introduction to Agility Class!
Designed for dogs and owners new to the exciting world of agility, this course will introduce you to the basics in a fun, supportive environment.
Over four weeks, you'll learn foundational skills including stretching and warming your dog up, jumping, weaving, and navigating tunnels. We will guide you through each step, helping to build confidence, enhance communication, and strengthen the bond with your furry friend.
Perfect for energetic dogs who love a challenge, this class is an excellent way to exercise both body and mind while having a blast. Join us and discover the thrill of agility!
Together you will work on building communication skills, handler focus, sit, down, stand, coming when called, leash walking, greeting people, going to place and handling/personal care skills (brushing, ear cleaning, nail clipping).
Life Skills II builds on the foundation you and your dog have fostered in the Life Skills I program. Life Skills II has a strong focus on stay work, in the sit and down positions, as well as adding the challenge of distractions to skills such as mat work, leash walking, greeting and recall, you and your dog will also learn new skills and tricks as well.
Celebrate National Train Your Dog Month with Us!
Join us for FREE mini training classes sponsored by Peninsula Pet Supplies! These fun and interactive sessions are the perfect opportunity to bond with your dog while building skills through manners training, tricks, and games.
What to Expect:
Inclusive for All Skill Levels: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced handler, we’ll provide modifications to suit your needs and ensure you and your dog are supported at your level.
Fun-Focused Learning: Strengthen your connection with your dog in a relaxed and encouraging environment.
Practical Skills & Play: Work on manners, learn new tricks, and enjoy engaging games that reinforce training.
Come and discover how much fun training can be! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate your dog and kick off the new year with teamwork and joy.
Welcome to our Rally-Obedience course, where obedience meets upbeat companionship! Rally-O, short for Rally Obedience, is all about performing obedience exercises in a sequence format while fostering a lively connection between handler and dog.
Think of it as a compilation of traditional obedience exercises like heeling, sit, down, stand, and stay, infused with an energetic twist!
In this program, you'll delve into the world of Rally-O by mastering all the CARO (Canadian Association of Rally Obedience) Novice signs. From decoding course maps to smoothly navigating Rally-O courses and executing sequences of signs, you and your furry teammate will become a well-oiled Rally-O machine.
But it's not just about perfecting obedience skills. Rally-O is about building a stronger bond with your canine companion as you refine heeling techniques, perfect sits, downs, and stands, and even pick up some new tricks along the way.
Above all, Rally-O is about having a blast together. Get ready for an abundance of tail wags and contagious belly laughs as you and your dog dive into this exciting sport!
Life Skills I is a prerequisite to participating in the Rally O class.
Alternatively you can also schedule a skills assessment, there is a fee for an assessment. Please contact the office to schedule.
For puppies 8 weeks old up to 20 weeks old this is the first class that you should be taking with your puppy! In this class your puppy will learn how fun it is to learn! Together you will work on foundation skills (sit, down, stand), handler focus, following and leash walking, coming when called, greeting people and handling skills such as brushing, ear cleaning and nail clipping. As well as group play opportunities.
Reliable Recall: Teach Your Dog to Come When Called!
In this lively and engaging class, you'll discover how to train your dog to come to you every time, even amidst tempting distractions. Through positive reinforcement and playful exercises, we'll help you build a strong recall foundation that keeps your pup safe and responsive. Perfect for dogs of all ages, this class is both fun and effective—because great recalls are the key to happy, confident adventures together!
Do you think your dog would love canine sports but aren’t sure where to start or what they might enjoy the most?
Our Sports Sampler program is the perfect way to explore a variety of exciting dog sports while strengthening the bond between you and your pup!
This program will introduce you and your dog to essential foundation skills and canine conditioning exercises designed to build confidence, coordination, and strength—key elements of a well-rounded canine athlete. From agility and scent work to trick training and rally basics, you’ll get a taste of different sports in a fun and supportive environment.
Discover what sparks your dog’s interest, gain valuable training insights, and connect with a community of dog lovers. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or just want to have some fun together, our Sports Sampler program is a great first step into the world of canine sports!
Do you think your dog would love canine sports but aren’t sure where to start or what they might enjoy the most?
Our Sports Sampler program is the perfect way to explore a variety of exciting dog sports while strengthening the bond between you and your pup!
This program will introduce you and your dog to essential foundation skills and canine conditioning exercises designed to build confidence, coordination, and strength—key elements of a well-rounded canine athlete. From agility and scent work to trick training and rally basics, you’ll get a taste of different sports in a fun and supportive environment.
Discover what sparks your dog’s interest, gain valuable training insights, and connect with a community of dog lovers. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or just want to have some fun together, our Sports Sampler program is a great first step into the world of canine sports!
What You’ll Learn:
Foundation Skills: Teach your dog the building blocks for success in any sport.
Canine Conditioning: Improve your dog’s strength, balance, and flexibility safely.
Sport Introductions: Try beginner-level activities in multiple dog sports.
Teamwork & Fun: Build a stronger partnership with your dog while exploring new activities.
Steady Paws & Strong Minds: Elevate Your Dog’s Training Game!
Ready to take your dog’s skills to the next level? Steady Paws & Strong Minds is the ultimate training experience designed to challenge your pup while strengthening your bond. Together, you'll conquer distractions, master advanced skills, and have a blast doing it!
Through engaging games and fun challenges, we’ll sharpen essential skills like sits, recalls, and leash walking—turning good habits into great ones. But that’s not all! This class also focuses on:
Body Awareness & Movement: Build confidence and control.
Cue Clarity: Improve communication between you and your dog.
Distance Commands: Boost your dog’s responsiveness from afar.
"Novelty is the New Normal" Mindset: Help your pup adapt to new environments and situations with ease.
Join us for a class that’s as fun as it is transformative—because a steady paw leads to a strong mind!
Steady Paws & Strong Minds: Elevate Your Dog’s Training Game!
Ready to take your dog’s skills to the next level? Steady Paws & Strong Minds is the ultimate training experience designed to challenge your pup while strengthening your bond. Together, you'll conquer distractions, master advanced skills, and have a blast doing it!
Through engaging games and fun challenges, we’ll sharpen essential skills like sits, recalls, and leash walking—turning good habits into great ones. But that’s not all! This class also focuses on:
Body Awareness & Movement: Build confidence and control.
Cue Clarity: Improve communication between you and your dog.
Distance Commands: Boost your dog’s responsiveness from afar.
"Novelty is the New Normal" Mindset: Help your pup adapt to new environments and situations with ease.
Join us for a class that’s as fun as it is transformative—because a steady paw leads to a strong mind!
