Reactive Dog Training
Leash Reactivity
Dog-Dog/Dog-Human Reactivity
Fear
Aggression
Does your dog lunge, growl or bark at other dogs or people? Are they over stimulated in public? Does the approach of people, dogs or novel objects scare them or overexcite them?
Handling an over-reactive or fearful dog has many challenges but we are here to help! When you book with us, you will work one on one with our certified behaviour consultant or senior trainer who both specialize in reactive behaviours. They will set both you and your dog up for success, develop a realistic management and safety plan and help build your confidence in training and handling your dog.
We can help with
Aggression/Reactivity Towards People Inside and Outside the Home
(lunging, growling, barking)
Aggression/Reactivity Towards Dogs on or off Leash
(lunging, growling, barking)
Aggression/Reactivity When People or Dogs Walk by the House
(lunging & barking from windows/fences/balcony)
Fear of Strangers or Family Members
(including children)
Aggression/Reactivity Towards Moving Objects
(cars, bikes, skateboards, etc.)
Please note - Separation anxiety & resource guarding cases will be referred to trainers who specialize in these areas
Private Training Options
All packages start with a comprehensive 60-90 minute consultation which can be done in person or virtually. During the consultation, we take a full history of your dog, get an idea of your lifestyle and routines, set you up with safety and management strategies, develop a custom training plan and walk you through the training exercises needed to start your plan. Scroll to the bottom of the page for a full breakdown of what to expect when you book with us.
Basic Reactivity Package
$350 plus GST
1 x Comprehensive Consultation
Session will be 60-90 minutes
+
1 x 30 minute follow up Out & About session to practice skills
(recommended to book 2-3 weeks apart)
Advanced Reactivity Package
$775 plus GST
Advance your skills with our most flexible plan and receive some extra perks!
1 x Comprehensive Consultation
Session will be 60-90 minutes
+
3 hours of additional coaching
Your trainer can meet with their dog, work one on one with you in the environment or continue practicing any skills that need refinement
Choose between 30, 45, & 60 minute follow ups
+
1 free pass for our Tri-Cities Reactive Dog Club ($45 value)
(Meetups are in Coquitlam and Pitt Meadows. If your dog is not suitable for the club this holds no additional value)
Additional training sessions may be transferred to the Tri Cities Reactive Dog Club if you qualify and we feel it would be more beneficial.
Add-ons
30 minute in person session - $95 plus tax
60 minute in person session - $175 plus tax
3 pack of 30 minute sessions - $255 plus tax
In person sessions can be with our behaviour consultant, they can bring their dog or work in the environment
All sessions will take place within Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge or Mission
Tri-Cities Reactive Club - $45/meetup
Other ways we can help
Virtual Group Class - Email for waitlist
Self-Study Reframing Reactivity Course
Canines in the Community by HugABull
Free monthly group class
What to expect when you book with us
When we meet, we start by looking at your dog’s daily routine and see if we need to make any adjustments. From there we will discuss your current challenges to get a solid understanding of what is going on.
Next, we set some goals, management and safety strategies and begin creating a custom training plan.
We finish by going over the training plan to ensure it is manageable for you, show demonstrations where needed, answer any last questions and go over any homework to get started on before receiving your follow up notes and training plan via email.
Before we finish, we will book in any follow up appointment(s) if not already done.
It is recommended to book follow ups 1-3 weeks apart.
After the consultation, you will receive a training plan with step by step instructions, handouts and other educational tools. This will be sent within 10 days of your appointment unless otherwise specified.
We recommend writing down any questions before we arrive and also encourage taking notes, however, that is not required!
Follow ups
Follow ups are done in person and can be indoor or outdoor, though outdoor is preferred at this time
(masks are required for all sessions throughout the pandemic)
Your first follow up is generally booked 2 weeks after your consultation.
Additional follow-up lessons are generally scheduled 2-3 weeks apart
They are great for those of you who prefer hands on help with the implementation of the training plan, have multiple skills to work on, refining your dog training skills or keeping on track with your training plan with pre-booked appointments.
It is recommended that all sessions are completed within 6 months of the initial booking to ensure consistency in training
Sessions expire 12 months from initial booking
Please Note: We do not guarantee any results in training. Due to the nature of behaviour and all factors involved, time frames and progress will vary. Client compliance and completion of homework tasks is necessary for training plans to be successful.