Dog Gone Good Training began development in January of 2008. It is currently resided in Fort St. James, B.C. where it is licenced through the District of Fort St. James, and is open to any dog and owner; the only requirement is that the dog be vaccinated for DA2P, LEPTO & CORONA and Kennel Cough. Other medical problems also may affect the decision on whether or not I will train you and your dog.

I am currently offering private lessons and am planning to soon open group classes once I can find a suitable building to hold the classes in.

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The Basic Obedience Class (which must be taken before taking any advanced classes with me) is a Four Week course with one lesson a week (Four Lessons). Taught in the Basic Obedience Class is Heel & Automatic Sit, Standard Sit, Down from the Side and Front, Stay, Recall, Continental Finish and the Come Around Finish.

The Advanced Obedience Class (which cannot be taken without first taking the Basic Obedience Class) is a Four Week course with two lessons a week (Eight Lessons). Taught in the Advanced Obedience Class is off leash Heal & Automatic Sit, off leash Down and Sit with 5 and 3 minute Stays, off leash Recall, Drop on Recall, Moving Down, Retrieve on Flat, High Jump and Broad Jump, Retrieve over Jumps with Send Out, Stand for Exam, and a fun game called 'Ready, Steady, GO!'.

Both classes end with a final exam which determines whether or not you pass the course. Upon completion you will receive a certificate that proves you've completed the course.

My education prior to starting Dog Gone Good Training was through Canada West Canine Centre in Salmon Arm, B.C. This was an intense six week course where I took both the Obedience Trainer/Kennel Management Program, and the Master Trainer Program.

The Obedience Trainer/Kennel Management Program consisted of Basic Obedience, Customer Relations, Advanced Obedience, Utility, Kennel Management, Temperament, and Dog Care. The Master Trainer Program consisted of Behavioral Problems, Personal Protection, Attack Dog, Support Dog, E/ Police K-9 Training, Tracking, Security, and Business Management. Yes, I do know how to train dogs for personal protection but I do not offer this service to the general public at this moment. I do, however, plan on starting a Tracking Club so if you are interested please let me know!

If you have any questions, comments, or would like to set up an appointment for an evaluation for training please e-mail me at dog.gone.good@hotmail.com

If you are in the Vancouver Area, Calgary Area, or Saskatoon Area I could recommend one of my classmates who took the same courses as I did. Please e-mail me if this is the case and I will get back to you.