Welcome to Obedience Unleashed
KamloopsCheck out our upcoming classes in Kamloops under the leadership of trainer Daymon Skelton
Our Training Services in Kamloops
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
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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.
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: $379.99 + tax for 5 one-hour classes
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Upcoming classes
- Sat. Sept. 14 @ 10am. Class dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12
You will learn to communicate effectively with your puppy to ensure a healthy and long lasting relationship. Join us for 5 one-hour classes that will cover everything you need to know to help your puppy’s development of important life skills.
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 dog nearby and involved in activities without being underfoot, such as when you are eating or answering the door.
- How to teach your dog 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, 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 8-10 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 10 dogs. Please book online now to reserve your spot.
Obedience Unleashed Dog Training proudly serves Kamloops and surrounding areas.
Price: 5 one-hour classes for $379.99 +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: $379.99 + tax for 5 one-hour classes
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Upcoming classes:
- Sat. Sept. 14 @ 11:15am. Class dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12
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 6-8 dogs. Please call now to reserve your spot.
Price: 5 one-hour classes for $379.99 +GST
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 also a proofing class that allows the dog to work with distractions through real life scenarios.
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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.
Upcoming classes:
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Price: 5 one-hour classes for $379.99 +GST
Nosework classes – coming soon!
Send an email through our contact form if you are interested in registering for this class.
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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 March 2019 we began offering dog training group class/walks in Kamloops. 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.
NO WALKS CURRENTLY SCHEDULED IN KAMLOOPS
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 (please speak to Daymon prior to attending). 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 on 6 acres in Barnhartvale
Boarding | Daycare
Daycare
Our doggy daycare service is located on 5 acres in Barnhartvale.
Cost: $35/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. We finished building our new boarding facility in the Fall of 2018. It is located on our 5 acre property in Barnhartvale , surrounded by peaceful fields, about 100 feet from our house. It is a 80 foot x 25 foot building built to house code, fully insulated, heated, with water, electricity, plumbing, FRP wall covering for hygiene and cleaning, 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 7:30am 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 $47.50 (24 hours)
- Full day doggy daycare (maximum 10 hours) is $35.00
- Additional private 15 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: $47.50/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. We finished building our new boarding facility in the Fall of 2018. It is located on our 5 acre property in Barnhartvale , surrounded by peaceful fields, about 100 feet from our house. It is a 80 foot x 25 foot building built to house code, fully insulated, heated, with water, electricity, plumbing, FRP wall covering for hygiene and cleaning, 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 7:30am 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 $47.50 (24 hours)
- Full day doggy daycare (maximum 10 hours) is $35.00
- Additional private 15 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: 4 weeks (minimum)
*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.
Kamloops
Meet our team
Daymon Skelton
Head Trainer
Daymon is a professional dog trainer who enjoys meeting with clients for free behavioural consultations to tailor training to their needs. He provides a professional atmosphere and believes training with your dog should be fun and exciting. Heidi has a strong passion for all animals and is available to answer any questions clients may have.
Marie Therese Krzus
Office Manager
Marie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and she handles everything from telephone calls and bookkeeping to scheduling and kennel management, on top of being a full-time mom. She particularly enjoys speaking with clients on the phone and assisting with any questions they may have in her cheerful and professional manner.
Learn what people say about us
Testimonials
Theresa
Of all the kennels I have experienced in Kamloops, Obedience Unleashed is by far the best for many reasons. Daymon is extremely knowledgable in obedience training, as well as being patient yet consistent with interactions with the dogs. Both he and Heidi are fabulous with my highly excitable dog. The farm setting is amazing and much healthier for dog boarding /daycare than your typical institutional-like facility. The fees are very reasonable and the drive out is not only scenic but just the right length to allow all the day stress to be processed before you pick up your happy fur-baby. My dog has stayed for day boarding, overnight stays as well as obedience training and all have been very positive. Thanks Daymon and Heidi for raising the standards in Kamloops!
Sarah
Daymon at Obedience Unleashed is Awesome! We took his puppy Class with our 4 month old Boxer Mastiff and we are having excellent success with his training. Daymon is extremely knowledgeable and more than willing to stay after class to answer any questions. I was having difficulty with a command, and Daymon was able to show me exactly what to do by training with my pup. I have not used his boarding facility, but I would not hesitate to leave our boy with him. I know he would be well cared for! I highly recommend Daymon at Obedience Unleashed!
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