Training and classes created to help dogs thrive
Professional, positive dog training on Vancouver Island
From essential obedience to complex behavioural challenges, our certified trainers develop customized programs that address your specific goals while building a stronger relationship through positive reinforcement.
We work with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments with proven, force-free methods.
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We're lucky to be part of a community passionate about the well-being and happiness of dogs and owners alike. We work with local organizations, offering support, leadership, and guidance.
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We want dogs and their owners to understand each other’s needs and learn to communicate clearly with each other. We break down essential obedience skills into practical programs with clear direction
Private training
Work 1-on-1 with a trainer who will personalize a package for you and your dog.
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Group classes
Train, grow, and learn in our fun group obedience classes for every level of experience.
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Social classes
A safe, educational space where your puppy or dog can play and learn respectful social skills.
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1000+ dogs (and their people) helped
Helping you and your dog learn together through practical, stress-free training that makes sense on both ends of the leash
Babydog group have been fantastic. We joined the socialization group, and a few dog walks. Both were very helpful for both me and Ruby.
I highly recommend BabyDog's puppy socialization classes and weekly group classes. Our Golden Retriever is 9 months old now and we use the tips and tricks learnt in our classes on a daily basis. (Our dog is sitting next to me as I type this review and she wholeheartedly agrees that the time invested at BabyDog was well worth it.)
Aviva has done amazing work helping my fear reactive dog come out of his shell. I have also worked in the past with BabyDog in puppy obedience classes, which were amazing. Highly recommend!
These guys are just brilliant, we started the puppy classes with our 13 week old feisty pomsky and it had a hugely beneficial effect on her behavior, the private lessons helped us iron out early problems and now at 1.5 years old we have an amazing lovable behaved dog that s a true joy. Knowledgeable, patient with dogs and humans :) Recommended!
It was an absolute delight to work with Aviva to help 5 year old Happy, a Crested Maltese Little Man, to feel safe no matter who we encounter walking about and to more immediately respond to directions given. Aviva made it fun to learn for both Happy and me.
we did our first 4 sessions with Danica. We have a stubborn breed and are very happy with the results we got. So rewarding!
Meg was an excellent trainer. She presents very well, and is extremely passionate with people and dogs. She has a natural affinity to the dogs, and it’s obvious she loves her job. We’re looking forward to taking another class with Meg or Baby dog trainers.
My pup is about to age out of the puppy socialization class. She has learned so much. I am proud of how much she has accomplished through this program. It has made her much easier to live with. Thank you Baby Dog. We have also attended the Sunday dog walk. Hopefully, we will get to kore of these to keep the connection.
Our Trainers
Meet the team
We believe every dog deserves to be understood. Our team of compassionate trainers specializes in positive, reward-based methods that strengthen the bond between dogs and their humans.
Our trainers bring personal experience and professional expertise to every session, helping both dogs and their people navigate the world with confidence and purpose.