We were looking for some help with our dog and his on-leash reactivity. We've taken a class before…read morebut found that we couldn't transfer the skills we learned there, to the real world. Ryan came and met with us at our house and talked with us, then went out on a training walk in our neighbourhood. A lot of the advice was what we had already learned (which was actually reassuring, because we prefer the positive reinforcement model) but he gave us some helpful tips about how to actually apply it outside. He also gave us some really useful insight into why our dog was behaving the way he does, plus he gave us a better idea on where we had been going wrong in the past (basically moving ahead too quickly without really perfecting the good behaviours). We've seen some improvements in our dog, though I admit that any delays are always due to our lack of consistency. I do wish Ryan could just magically transfer his cool and calm demeanour to us on our walks -- as soon as our dog was in his hands, he calmed right down and followed all of his commands. Of course our dog was so perfectly behaved when someone else was around, but this actually proved a big point about our own body language affecting our dog. I would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone.

From the owner: Mobile Dog Training! Obedience, commands etc. Positive training only!…read moreSame price within the Lower Mainland, no extra gas fees or hidden costs! Male trainer, Ministry of Education *certified* (not online school, like most!)

Serena is an excellent teacher! she is very patient, extremely knowledgeable and wants the best…read moreoutcome for you and your dog She makes sure you don't get frustrated and have fun at the classes. She's very straight forward and will let you know if you're doing anything incorrect. She is known to always have the best treats hidden in her pockets. Highly recommend!!

I've been taking my young terrier to K-9 Best Behaviour for about a year. The training has improved…read morehis basic skills but the best benefit has been the exposure to other dogs. I never have to worry about my dog encountering another in a negative way because he has learned to ignore when he needs to and socialize when he needs to. Classes are affordable and it's a pretty good bunch of people. Serena, the trainer knows her stuff. She is no-nonsense and straight to the point which works great for my family. The dog loves her too which makes it easy to trust her.

Barks is the best. This is our 3rd daycare center and our pup has been the happiest here of the…read morethree. Our dog is literally wagging her tail to go in every time, which speaks to how happy they keep her. They separate dogs by energy and how well they get along. My staffordshire terrier is on the high energy end, so she needs to be paired with larger dogs and/or equivalently crazy dogs :). They do slow introductions to all the dogs and see how they pair well. There are a ton of separated areas for different groups to play. The Facebook photos are awesome to see how much fun they are having during the day. It's the best 100$ or so per month I spend regularly. Keeps my dog tired, socialized, and exercised.

Niqi and her team are absolutely fantastic! Our Great Swiss Mountain Dog loves it there!!! Niqi…read moreand her team sincerely are dog lovers and it really shows in how excited our Thigi is when she gets there and how exhausted she is when we go and pick her up. I recommend Barks & Rec to everyone!

I tried to register my dog for agility beginners classes and I am bring ignored…read more I sent my application via website and followed up with a phone call due to lack of any response a few days later On the phone I basically provided the same info as online and was promised a call or email to accept or decline the application I am not sure if it is me they object to or the dog but they ignore me still a week after submitting the application I am looking for some other place now, but I would have expected the minimal courtesy of a call or email Guess these people don't need your business, my advice, don't even bother approaching them

I've had my dog here in classes for over a year. Agility,…read moreRally O and basic obedience. Great classes. My dog has improved so much. Trainers are great. My only complaint is that they allow pinch collars. My personal opinion, however.

Last year I adopted an adult chihuahua who is very anxious and fearful of people and dogs. He…read morefrequently reacts aggressive towards strangers, pulling on the leash and trying to bite. I am currently working with Bonnie to manage these behaviours. I was very impressed by Bonnie's extensive knowledge of canine behaviour and her calm and trusting demeanour. She uses a positive reinforcement approach and takes the time to explain everything so you understand the reasons behind the behaviour and how to manage it at home or on walks. I have emailed her with questions and she always responds quickly and addresses all my questions/concerns in great detail. She is very flexible and able to work around my busy schedule. My dog's behaviour has greatly improved since working with Bonnie. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

I highly recommend Ocean Park Dog Training. Bonnie is incredibly knowledgable, patient and kind…read more The classes are a lot of fun!

We used to have to chase my dog down to get into the car for a car ride. It could take minutes to…read moreget him to settle down. It wasn't that he didn't want to go. He just had the case of the sillies everytime it was time to get into the car. As well, this fussy old pom wouldn't listen to me, and would do the "sit-stay" thing - on his terms only. It's hard to be ruled by a 9 pound furball. The classes ended up changing him a lot! (Or was it me) Now we play the "sit - stay - down - heal" game and he's quite eager. I'd thoroughly recommend Canine College. I really appreciate the way that the leader breaks up the class in dog size (small and large) because my little guy is quite afraid of large dogs. It's really helped a lot. Now, instead of chasing him around the yard to get in the car, I just give him the hand movement for "SIT" and pick him up. Done deal! That alone is worth the price, but we've learned a lot more than that! Thanks Canine College :)

The owner/trainer hit my puppy on the nose with a doubled up leather leash causing extensive…read moredamage. During a private lesson she forced him to be near a child to help him "overcome" his fears. This scared the child and terrified my puppy at which point she lifted him up by his leash and held him in the air like a dead chicken. When asked for a receipt and letter of progression for my puppy (that I had paid for) she never sent them. This trainer has not had a dog in over 12 years and told me that she hated having to teach beginner classes. I was also informed that if I did not attend her graduation (we have to supply the food) I would not receive a trophy, even if my puppy deserved one. Her private lessons consisted of walking my puppy around the neighbourhood and staying for dinner and taking him through the woods on a walk. Her methods are old and she does not have any notion about how to train a pup with fear or aggression problems. The owner is living in dream land. This place is a waste of time and money.

I had hired Drew based on a recommendation from a friend and x-coworker and I am glad that I did…read more In May 2014. I had met a women from of craigslist and bought a crazy dog named Luna. Luna was any where between 5-8 months and I would now be her 4th owner. Luna was an extra large puppy about 75lbs a shepherd, boarder collie, retriever cross and facing many health problems as well as behaviour issues that were unfolding by the day. Luna is now between 98-100lbs. Luna was hyperactive, barely knew to sit, would chronically whine, stress bark/scream became reactive (barking and lunging) at dogs, buses, large trucks and would lose complete control if she saw anyone with a ball of any kind. Luna could not focus at all was high stressed, high strung and a handful who is a super athletic dog who is strong. Luna wold turn her frustration to me and jump up and nip and mouth leaving me with busies and often in tears. Drew and I worked for the same company for many years knew of one another but didn't know one another well. Meeting drew on our first consultation I was so nervous I was trembling. My fear was that Drew would tell me that Luna should be put down or was hopeless to train, would have no dog friends and was aggressive. (Something another trainer advised me) I loved Luna and saw her struggles the moment she stepped out of the craigslist posters car and I knew I wouldn't give up on her. Drew is supportive and not once indicated that there was no hope for Luna. Drew tried all kinds of tactics to reach and connect with Luna. Drew helped me perfect my body language and increase my confidence working a strong, working breed. Drew helped me break down step by step every challenge I was facing (and there were many) Every time I needed Drew a solution was provided. It was a struggle and Drew's commitment to Luna was an inspiration and motivation to keep going. Today Luna has peace a gift Drew helped me create with Luna. Luna knows well over 50 commands well, Luna is obedient has learned to ignore all dogs, has actually made dog friends and can be trusted with puppies as young at 9 weeks old with no issues. Luna now walks with young puppies and adolescent dogs giving them confidence and lesson their fear of large dogs. With Drew, you will see immediate improvement and come out of the experience with a plan and confidence to take on any situation. Luna is my best friend and continues to help other dogs that were just like she was in the beginning because of Drew's gift and dedication to dogs. I am forever grateful. Carey Bolduc

We hired Drew to help us with our rescue Australian cattle dog. Before Drew came our dog was…read morereactive and difficult to walk. Our dog was also aggressive with visitors to the house, which was having impacts on our lives. Drew set up a training schedule for us, was extremely knowledgeable and great to work with. He was very patient in training us to be the best dog owners we could be. He also helped us with crate training, heeling and a number of other commands. We would have no qualms in recommending Drew's services and we are so happy with our well behaved pup.

I started coming here for Agility a few years ago during the pandemic and it has been awesome. I…read morecame from another facility and initially was quite nervous we wouldn't fit in as the initial application required a demonstration video but it was fine and more to make sure we were registered for the correct Agility skill level. During the pandemic they followed Public Health Orders and always ensured safety was maintained for dogs and trainers alike. My dog and I were made to feel very welcome and it has been really great training both privately and in group classes. The group class community is very positive and encouraging - people clap for each other, cheer each other on or even trade videos of each other's runs. We also laugh at the silly things our dogs do from time to time. The instructor I've been primarily working with is Elisha and she has an incredible sense of humour, is an encouraging coach and is quick to identify errors and recommend adjustments. All the dogs love her as she often has the best treats for the most challenging obstacles. They have a good registration system in place where if you already have a spot in the class then you have a reserved space for the next series. Private lessons are popular also. Staff are very communicative and kind with questions. Bonus is that their payment system is through a business version of PayPal so I feel my credit card information is safe. I'd highly recommend this place if you're thinking about taking your dog here for training.

My dog, Molly, and I have been training with Julia at DogWorks in Burnaby for about four months now…read moreand we are having a blast! Julia is an excellent instructor, she explains everything really well, is very patient (with dog and handler alike), and has excellent tips and tricks. Whenever we're stuck or have a problem, she always has a good solution. She is truly an expert and a pleasure to learn from. I can't believe how fast Molly is making progress! I look forward to continued classes and fun.

We are planning a trip in the fall and we wanted to find a place that our pup felt comfortable…read morewith. A friend suggested Freddie's and initially, we thought we'd take him a couple of times to get to know the place, and that would be it. Our pup is often anxious when going to a new place, so we didn't want to torture him. The owner and staff at Freddie's made him feel right at home, and in no time, it was his favourite place to be! He's excited for his daycare days where he gets to play with his friends, both four-legged and two-legged, that we now schedule him regularly and plan to keep him going beyond the trip. I love the picture updates, so I can see for myself that he's happy and thriving. So thankful for finding out about this place and that they make my pup feel right at home.

From the owner: Freddie’s dog Daycare for Dogs stands out due to its unique blend of services and amenities:…read more Specialized Care. Providing personalized care tailored to each dog's needs, including specialized attention for different breeds, sizes, and temperaments, ensures that every dog feels comfortable and cared for. These features make Freddie’s dog Daycare for Dogs a welcoming and customized environment for both dogs and their owners

Paw-riffic pets has been walking my dog for about a year now and have been doing an excellant job…read more My dog loves Esterina. I would recommend Paw-riffic pets to any one looking to have their pets taken care of. Thanks again for your services Esterina! Regards, Tomoko, Kuma, and Drew.

I am a St. John ambulance therapy dog trainer and evaluator…read more I've had three certified therapy/trauma dogs but I have and trusted in Esterina's care. Not only is she respectful polite and reliable the best part is the dogs absolutely love her I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.