The Calm Canine Course

Teach your dog to be more calm around people and distractions

This is a great skill to teach your dog because it helps to set up boundaries, build their independence and help them be able to chill out in all different types of environments. You can use it in many different scenarios like when guests come over, when you’re out in public, when you’re visiting other peoples homes and hanging out in the vet office.

 
 
 

Learn better lead walking skills  

Make your walks more enjoyable with your dog through learning to get your dogs focus when needed and to walk together, not against each other. We will also cover the different types of walks you can do with your dog to make sure we are meeting their needs.

 
 
 

Improve focus and recall

Learn some of our great hacks and games to super charge your dogs focus and recall. Helping to further strengthen the bond with your dog.

 
 

What will your dog learn?

  • A more relaxed dog - Settling on a mat in an environment with distractions

  • Better focus on you

  • Better Recall
  • Better lead skills

What will you learn?

  • Treat delivery + Training mechanics (marker word and clicker training)

  • Lead handling skills

  • How to communicate more effectively with your dog

How long does the course take?

The course takes 5 weeks to complete. The first week is done from the comfort of your home and then the next four weeks are completed in person at WAG Doggy Daycare together with other dogs and owners. Each class is 1 hour.

When does the course start?

Check out the next availble course dates at the bottom of this page, subject to availability.

Where are the in person classes held?

6.30pm at WAG Doggy Daycare - 211 Waltham Road, Sydenham

What People Are Saying

 

“This course is magical. I honestly can't believe how just a few weeks training have been so life changing. Dudley’s always been pretty good, just struggled to settle and chill out. I had no clue how to fix it, but this course has him able to calmly be around others, and in everyday life. The real test today at a cafe, 2 other dogs at the close by tables, and Dudley calmly had a look, and settled on his mat. I have never been able to enjoy my lunch out, but today was so lovely and peaceful, the course is worth every penny! Thank you WAG, you guys are amazing.”

— Maddy (Dudley)

 

“We highly recommend the calm canine course to anyone who has an overexcited doggo, needs assistance with lead training skills or wants to learn how to better communicate with their dog! Our dog is an 18-month-old Swiss Shepherd who has quickly become strong and full of energy (and loves to communicate at the top of his lungs). We were looking for assistance with lead training skills and how to teach him to be calm in new and exciting environments (because hello who doesn't want to take their dog to a cafe with them during their weekend coffee). We were apprehensive at first due to his reactivity to new environments, but the WAG team (Madie and Courtney) were quick to make us feel comfortable and delivered the course in a positive and structured manner. The course material provided each week is incredibly helpful and we really appreciated the 'no judgement' and 'every dog is different' approach from the team. The implementation of simple but effective techniques and learnings on how to understand our dog, has made the world of difference in his behaviour. All in all, we would definitely recommend this course to anyone wanting to build on key skills and grow a better relationship with their dog! Thanks team WAG”

— Kaitlyn, Teariki & (Taika)

“For us this course was a game changer. Since our doggie improved a lot in the short time and it gave us huge motivation to keep practising everything that we learnt. Is amazing to see her growth and the better connection that we built together. We are super grateful to this course and the amazing work Madie and Courtney did to help us.”

— Tomas, Helga (Suri)

 

“Jack my cavoodle and I attended the calm canine course. Jack is social and gets excited to meet other dogs. This course gave so many good nuggets to distract and redirect Jack to settle down. It’s really useful out on our walks but also when people come to our home. It was amazing to see how far he progressed in a short amount of time. I Would totally recommend.”

— Amanda (Jack)

 

Pricing

Cost
Five week course

$350

 

What does the course include?

  • Videos to guide you through the learning

  • Guidance from our qualified instructor

  • Homework to practice with your dog at home

Pay upfront when booking course

 

Next available course start dates

 
 

(Mondays) - November 18th

  • November 18th, 2024 6.30pm - Orientation (homework at home - no class)

  • November 25th, 2024 6.30pm - First in person class

  • December 2nd, 2024 6.30pm - Second in person class

  • December 9th, 2024 6.30pm - Third in person class

  • Decemeber 16th, 2024 6.30pm - Fourth in person class