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Our Training Services in cochrane
Upcoming classes
Initial consultation
This is a private consultation with a trainer, if you have questions about behavioural challenges with your dog. We will consult with you and recommend a plan of action for you and your dog.
Cost: $50 (30-45 min) at our facility. Note: there is a $20 charge for no-shows
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This IN-PERSON consultation is a great opportunity to meet our trainers and learn more about our training programs. During the consultation we will:
-Observe your dog (for example: watch their behaviour in the meeting area, around your car, around the owner, around the trainer and around the trainers dogs
-Discuss training options we have to offer
-Based on your needs, give feedback and recommend a training plan for your dog
Please note:
-The initial consultation is a one-time service designed to provide an opportunity for the trainer to observe your dog in the consultation setting, ask questions to the trainer and discuss a training program for your dog. The consultation is not an active training session or an in-depth behavioural assessment
-The initial consultation is 30 minutes, however you will be assigned a 45 min time slot, in order to allow some time between appointments.
PLEASE READ: The private consultation is geared for adult dogs or young adult dogs over the age of 7 months with serious behavioural challenges. IMPORTANT: If you have a young puppy (under the age of 6 months), and are interested in interviewing the trainer or asking puppy related questions, such as potty training, how to stop biting, nipping, digging and other puppy behaviours. OR, if you have an adult dog that doesn’t necessarily have behavioural problems, but you would like to do some training and don’t know which class to start with. We suggest, instead of booking a behavioural consultation, please do one of the following: 1. Call 1-844-900-3647 Ext. 4 and leave us a voicemail to request a call back. One of our experienced staff members will call you back to chat and answer your questions within 1 business day. This is free. 2. Send us an email to marie@obedienceunleashed.com with your questions, we will also respond within 1 business day. This is also free. 3. You are welcome to book directly into: FOR PUPPIES: one of our Puppy Obedience classes which will cover all puppy related behaviours plus a comprehensive obedience curriculum. FOR ADULT DOGS: Our Obedience Bootcamp Level 1 class, which covers a comprehensive curriculum with a solid foundation of obedience.
Puppy obedience Class
This is our Foundation Obedience class designed to help puppies and their owners get off to the right start in training.
Starting age: Between 10 weeks – 6 months
Cost: $295 + tax for 5 one-hour classes
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Upcoming classes:
-Wed. Sept. 4, 2024 @ 6:30pm. Class dates: Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2
-Wed. Oct. 16, 2024 @ 6:30pm. Class dates: Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13
Is your puppy demonstrating unwanted behaviours such as jumping on guests, nipping at ankles, chewing on household items, digging and running away from you? In this class you will learn the following:
- Engagement: How to gain your puppy’s attention and focus
- Clicker training (see description below)
- Sit, down, come and other basic obedience commands
- Basic concepts of luring, heeling and introduction to loose leash walking
- Touchpad work to teach your puppy spatial awareness and self control
- “Place” command. This enables you to keep your pup nearby and involved in activities without being underfoot, such as when you are eating or answering the door.
- How to teach your pup recall (to come when called!)
Each class has periods of Q&A, during these periods we try to cover some of the following topics, and we encourage owners to bring their own questions:
-Feeding and nutrition
-Chewing, play biting and teething
-Grooming and nail clipping (handling of the feet)
-Jumping – how to properly greet people
-Housebreaking, potty training and crate training
-Dog and child safety
-Dog greeting etiquette and socialization
Puppies must have their 2nd vaccinations to attend the class. This is a very popular class with a limit of 5-7 dogs and fills up quickly. Please call now to book your spot.
The training method that will be used in this class is called Marker Training.
What is marker (or clicker) training? In a nutshell, it’s an animal training method based on behavioural psychology that relies on marking desirable behaviour and rewarding it. This black and white method of communication is based on positive reinforcement and will revolutionize the way that you train your dog. This class will teach you about the power of training your dog with food and will focus on building the dog/handler relationship through engagement and motivation. During the class you will learn the basic concepts of luring, leash pressure and shaping of behaviours. We will also cover classical/operant conditioning and discuss how to build motivation in your dog through productive play. Marker training can be used to train any behaviour, from basic obedience and tricks to behavioural modification. There are no prerequisites for this class. It is recommended that you bring treats, a food pouch, leash and a clicker for your dog. The class has a limit of 5 dogs. Please book online now to reserve your spot.
Obedience Unleashed Dog Training proudly serves Cochrane, AB and all the surroundings.
Location: Obedience Unleashed Dog Training Centre in Cochrane
Price: 5 one-hour classes for $295 +GST
Obedience Bootcamp Level 1
This is our Foundation Obedience class designed to help owners communicate with their dogs, using marker training.
Starting age: 7 months – 10 years old
Cost: $295 + tax for 5 one-hour classes
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Upcoming classes:
-Wed. Sept. 4, 2024 @ 7:45pm. Class dates: Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2
-Wed. Oct. 16, 2024 @ 7:45pm. Class dates: Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13.
Our Obedience Bootcamp for dogs class is for beginners or experienced dog owners looking to build a strong relationship with their dog and practice obedience in a group setting. In this session the following skills and topics will be covered:
- Engagement: How to gain your dog’s focus and attention
- Loose leash walking
- Clicker training
- Sit/down/come commands
- Working through distractions
- Place command
- Recall (teaching your dog to come when called)
During each class we have periods of Q&A, during these periods we try to cover some of the following topics, and we encourage owners to bring their own questions:
-Dog reactivity
-Feeding and nutrition
-Grooming and handling of the feet
-Jumping up – how to properly greet people
-Dog and child safety
-Dog socialization
The training method that will be used in this class is called Marker Training. What is marker (or clicker) training? In a nutshell, it’s an animal training method based on behavioural psychology that relies on marking desirable behaviour and rewarding it. This black and white method of communication is based on positive reinforcement and will revolutionize the way that you train your dog. This class will teach you about the power of training your dog with food and will focus on building the dog/handler relationship through engagement and motivation. During the class you will learn the basic concepts of luring, leash pressure and shaping of behaviours. We will also cover classical/operant conditioning and discuss how to build motivation in your dog through productive play. Marker training can be used to train any behaviour, from basic obedience and tricks to behavioural modification. There are no prerequisites for this class. It is recommended that you bring treats, a food pouch, leash and a clicker for your dog. The class has a limit of 5 dogs. Please reserve your spot online.
Obedience Bootcamp Level 2
In this class you will learn to effectively introduce toys as a reward and a motivational factor in training. This is a proofing class that allows the dog to work with distarctions through different real life scenarios.
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Upcoming classes:
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*PREREQUISITE for this class is successful completion of Obedience Unleashed Dog Training Obedience Bootcamp Level 1 or Puppy classes.
Build on the skills learned in the Basic Obedience Bootcamp class to achieve the next level of obedience. In this class you will learn to effectively introduce toys as a reward and a motivational factor in training. It allows the dog owners to expand their dog training tool box and master a new way of playing and training with their dogs.
Location: Obedience Unleashed Dog Training Centre
Private Classes
Contact the office to arrange private classes.
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Obedience group walks
The purpose of this socialization class is to introduce your dogs to other dogs and also meet their owners.
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Starting in April 2019 we began offering dog training group class/walks in Cochrane. The ‘Obedience and Socialization Class’ will be held at various location. There is a drop-in fee of $15.00. However, we are also offering a ‘punch card’ with 5 classes for $50 or 10 classes for $80 for those who are interested. Here is a list of our meeting dates and locations. All are welcome to join us, rain or shine.
UPCOMING DATES/LOCATIONS:
Sat. Sept. 28, 2024 @ 9am at Mitford Pond
Sat. Oct. 5, 2024 @ 9am at Matt Krol Park
Sat. Oct. 19, 2024 @ 9am at Mitford Pond
We will all meet at the location above and if the temperature hits -15 or below, we will head back to the training centre and do some exercises indoors with a short walk around the area.
The purpose of this on-the-go dog training class is to introduce your dogs to other dogs and also meet their owners. We will do some formal obedience meet-and-greet sessions prior to our walks in order to introduce our dogs. Guests are welcome to participate in this class as it is a perfect opportunity for them to find out more about us directly from our clients and see how great our dogs really are. Aggressive dogs may need to be muzzled at all times. All dogs need to be leashed and fully supervised at all times. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Please share this page and invite your friends.
Located conveniently in the centre of town
Boarding | Daycare
Daycare
Our doggy daycare service is conveniently located in the centre of town.
Cost: $38/day (book online)
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Are you going away for a few days or do you need a doggy daycare service?
Would you like to have peace of mind knowing your dog is being cared for in a family setting?
We offer a special dog boarding and/or doggy daycare program that is tailored to your needs. Our facility was completed in May 2019. It is a 64 foot x 25 foot building built to a commercial standard code, fully insulated, heated and AC, with water, electricity, plumbing, plus a full ventilation system. We have the entire facility professionally cleaned once a day.
The dogs receive 3 outings per day, a walk, supervised social time with other dogs, one-on-one time with our kennel assistants every day for training maintenance, bathroom breaks every few hours. Their day begins at 7am and ends with the last bathroom break/outdoor time between 8-10pm. They sleep indoors at night in their own 4 ft x 4 ft suites. We have a nice/spacious yard with fragrant birch chips where they use the bathroom and have off leash playtime, it is cleaned after every dog uses the bathroom.
RATES
- Our daily over-night rate is $49.00 (24 hours)
- Full day doggy daycare (maximum 10 hours) is $38.00
- Additional private 30 minute walk can be added to your package for $15.00
*We ask that you provide your dog’s food, treats and favorite toys.
Our goal is to ensure the highest standard of client satisfaction and provide your dog with a true home away from home! Contact us to make a reservation today!
Boarding
Are you going away for a few days? Would you like to have peace of mind knowing that your dog is cared for and having fun?
Cost: $49/night (book online)
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Are you going away for a few days or do you need a doggy daycare service?
Would you like to have peace of mind knowing your dog is being cared for in a family setting?
We offer a special dog boarding and/or doggy daycare program that is tailored to your needs. Our facility was completed in May 2019. It is a 64 foot x 25 foot building built to a commercial standard code, fully insulated, heated and AC, with water, electricity, plumbing, plus a full ventilation system. We have the entire facility professionally cleaned once a day.
The dogs receive 3 outings per day, a walk, supervised social time with other dogs, one-on-one time with our kennel assistants every day for training maintenance, bathroom breaks every few hours. Their day begins at 7am and ends with the last bathroom break/outdoor time between 8-10pm. They sleep indoors at night in their own 4 ft x 4 ft suites. We have a nice/spacious yard with fragrant birch chips where they use the bathroom and have off leash playtime, it is cleaned after every dog uses the bathroom.
RATES
- Our daily over-night rate is $49.00 (24 hours)
- Full day doggy daycare (maximum 10 hours) is $38.00
- Additional private 30 minute walk can be added to your package for $15.00
*We ask that you provide your dog’s food, treats and favorite toys.
Our goal is to ensure the highest standard of client satisfaction and provide your dog with a true home away from home! Contact us to make a reservation today!
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Is your dog driving you nuts? Would you like to go away on vacation and come home to an excellently trained dog?
Our board-and-train program specializes in rehabilitation, and successfully deals with canine behaviour problems. By focusing primarily on problem behaviour and difficult dogs, we’ve been able to develop a unique approach that not only transforms dogs, but also transfers seamlessly to the owners.
We pride ourselves on our personalized approach with one-on-one attention paid to each individual dog and situation.
In the board and train, we address all forms of unwanted behavior, including, but not limited to:
- Dog-to-Dog Aggression
- Human Aggression
- Food and/or Resource Guarding
- Separation Anxiety
- Severe Fear Issues
- Reactivity On-Leash
This program also covers all of the basic commands – Sit/Stay, Down/Stay, Place, Heel, Come/Recall – as well as Crate Training, Potty training, Waiting for Food, and Waiting at Thresholds.
Duration of the program: 3-4 weeks
*If your dog has major behavioural issues, the board and train program may be longer.
At Obedience Unleashed Dog Training Inc., each day your dog receives:
- two walks/hikes,
- four personalized training sessions,
- supervised social time with other dogs,
- participation in our group obedience classes.
Our Board and Train requires an Initial consultation prior to starting the program. After your dog completes the program, you receive 10 hours of follow-up handler training which is included, consisting of: 1 hour private go-home lesson upon pick up, 4 hours of group Off Leash Freedom class and 5 hours of Obedience & Socialization group walks held out and about in town. During these sessions we will transfer all of the information, techniques, and strategies to you to ensure continued success. We also offer email and phone support during and after the program is completed.
* Please contact us so we can help you assess your dog’s needs.
What Drives Us
Our Mission
To build and enhance the relationship between owners and their dogs.
cochrane
Meet our team
Marie Therese Krzus
Office Manager
Andy Krzus
Founder | CEO
Roxann
Manager/Trainer
Michelle
Kennel/Office Assistant
Kendall
Kennel Attendant
Sofia
Kennel Attendant
Danica
Kennel Attendant
Liam
Kennel Attendant
Isabella
Kennel Attendant
Keilyn
Kennel Attendant
Carla
Kennel Attendant
Reagen
Kennel Attendant
Learn what people say about us
Testimonials
Veronica & Winter
-What did you like best about your training experience? I loved that in just 5 classes Winter is a completely different dog. She listens more and behaves much better.
-Was there anything that you expected to receive/learn that you did not? Not really. I’m very happy with every lesson and training.
-How did you find your trainer(s)? How was the punctuality, professionalism, and knowledge base of your trainer? Did you perceive them as an expert? Roxann for sure is an expert. Also she’s so patient and lovely, she remained calm even when Winter went crazy.
-Would you refer OBEDIENCE UNLEASHED to a friend? Of course. I already passed the word to every people on the neighbourhood that complimented Winter’s new behaviour.
-What could we have done (if anything) to improve our service to you? I think it’s good the way already is.
-Please let us know if you have any questions and we would be happy to help. No questions at all, just more compliments. I am really proud of Winter. She’s so different, so easy to walk, she doesn’t seem anxious anymore, not even around the kids. She doesn’t jump on anyone outdoors and she’s getting better at recall even when she’s excited running at the dog’s park. I personally think this was the best investment I did regarding of helping Winter and myself to get along much better than before. Thank you again!
Jody and Zoe
I was extremely happy with my training program. It has literally changed my life and my dogs life for the better. Roxann was amazing and always punctual. She was easy to talk to and I knew she really cared about Zoe, myself and the process. I can now take Zoe anywhere and not worry about a thing. She can be off leash with 100% recall and is not reactive to dogs. Prior to training she was never off leash and had issues with other dogs. The training was professional and you can tell there is a lot of love for dogs. I felt supported and was walked through each stage. I was trained as much as my dog was! Highly recommend and worth every penny spent. I would do it again in a heart beat. I’m so glad I was referred to the program and didn’t waste years not enjoying my best friend to the fullest: Thanks!!
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