The Ruff Life

Professional Dog Training

Wednesday, December 7, 2016

December Drop-in Sessions~ UPDATED

These sessions are for past clients who have finished our group training OR clients looking to complete their 4th or 5th class.

Drop in Session's are weather dependent. If it is a blizzard, high winds, Bad/Closed Roads, Temperatures below -30 degree's class will be cancelled. If you are not sure, please check back on a regular basis. It WILL be posted on this blog if it is cancelled.

**Due to our ever changing weather conditions, it is important that you come prepared to the classes- for your selves and your dogs. Please make sure you are dressed warm, in layers, and that your dog has sweaters/jackets on if necessary. Snow pants, layers, winter gloves and waterproof shoes are suggested.**

Do you want to know how to "Layer Properly" to stay warm? http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/layering-basics.html


MOST DROP IN SESSIONS & EVENTS WILL HAVE PICTURES TAKEN AT THEM- To see these pictures please check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/therufflife



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Kal Tire Place Drop-In- FINISHED


Date & Time: Sunday, December. 11th at 3pm


Meeting Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.


Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.




Price: FREE



Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!



Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.


~The world is our playground~


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                                 Urban Adventure Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: Thursday, December. 15th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In~TENTATIVE CANCELLED

Date & Time: Monday, December. 19th at 6pm


Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.
Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)
Map: http://mapq.st/1bwtlqR

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE



Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!



Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.


~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In

Date & Time: Thursday, December. 22nd at 6pm

Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.


Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.



Price: FREE


Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!



Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.


~The world is our playground~

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Wednesday, November 23, 2016

November-December Drop-In Sessions

These sessions are for past clients who have finished our group training OR clients looking to complete their 4th or 5th class.

Drop in Session's are weather dependent. If it is a blizzard, high winds, Bad/Closed Roads, Temperatures below -30 degree's class will be cancelled. If you are not sure, please check back on a regular basis. It WILL be posted on this blog if it is cancelled.

**Due to our ever changing weather conditions, it is important that you come prepared to the classes- for your selves and your dogs. Please make sure you are dressed warm, in layers, and that your dog has sweaters/jackets on if necessary. Snow pants, layers, winter gloves and waterproof shoes are suggested.**

Do you want to know how to "Layer Properly" to stay warm? http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/layering-basics.html


MOST DROP IN SESSIONS & EVENTS WILL HAVE PICTURES TAKEN AT THEM- To see these pictures please check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/therufflife



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Annual Christmas Light Up Drop-In- FINISHED


Time & Date: Saturday, November. 26th at 4pm

Meeting Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: Treats (No kibble), Regular leashes, Training collars & jackets/sweaters for dogs if necessary... feel free to dress your dog up to ring in the Christmas Season.

Price: FREE


Working on: This is a family event. We will be socializing and desensitizing our dogs to the sights and sounds of Downtown Christmas Light Up. There will be tons of distractions including large crowds, bonfires, loud noises, and horses. We will be touring up and down main street checking out the festivities.


⚠️⚠️This drop-in is best for dogs that can be within 2 feet of other dogs & people ~As dogs & people will be in close proximity to each other.⚠️⚠️
(If you are not sure, please talk to Monique)

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Kal Tire Place Drop-In  FINISHED

Date & Time: Sunday, November. 27th at Noon

Place: 
Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)


We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.

Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~

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Urban Adventure Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: December. 4th, at 3pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In


Date & Time: Sunday, December. 11th at 3pm


Meeting Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.


Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.




Price: FREE



Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!


Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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                    Urban Adventure Drop-In~ CANCELLED Dec.7

Date & Time: Wednesday, December. 14th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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                                 Urban Adventure Drop-In


Date & Time: Thursday, December. 15th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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                   Urban Adventure Drop-In~ CANCELLED on Dec.4

Date & Time: Sunday, December. 18th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In~TENTATIVE

Date & Time: Monday, December. 19th at 6pm


Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.
Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)
Map: http://mapq.st/1bwtlqR

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE



Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!


Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In

Date & Time: Thursday, December. 22nd at 6pm

Place: Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)
We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.


Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.




Price: FREE



Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!


Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~

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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

October-November Drop-In Sessions~ UPDATED!!!

These sessions are for past clients who have completed our group training program or clients looking to complete their 4th or 5th class.


Drop-in session's are weather dependent. If there is thunder & lightening, high winds, or lots of rain, the class will be cancelled. If you are not sure, please check back on a regular basis. Cancelled classes WILL be posted n this blog and also on our Facebook page.

** Due to our ever changing weather conditions, it is important that you come prepared to class. Please dress weather appropriate. Water proof shoes are suggested. **

MOST DROP IN SESSIONS AND EVENTS WILL HAVE PICTURES TAKEN AT THEM.
The view these photo's please have a look at our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/therufflife


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FUN TRACKING- FINISHED
(You must pre-register, just send a email to monique@therufflife.ca)

All dogs can do this! It is great fun! The dog will either learn how to ground or air scent to find their owners. Please be prepared to have a amazing time. You can eventually teach your dog to find your keys, toys, food, other people...etc. 
(This is a fun tracking class, it is not Schutzhund Style Tracking)

Time & Date: Saturday, October. 29th at 11am

Meeting Place: To be announced to participants


Bring: High Value Treats (No Kibble), Long Leads, You MUST bring either a harness or a regular flat collar or your dog will NOT be able to track, training collars if necessary and water proof shoes! (Recommended to bring a dog comb and scissors incase your dogs gets burs in their coat)

Price: $10.00 per dog- Cash only. (Only one dog per person please)

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Kal Tire Place Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: Sunday, October. 30th at 3pm

Place: 
Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)


We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.

Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~

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Kal Tire Place Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: Sunday, October. 30th at 5pm

Place: 
Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)


We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.

Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Urban Adventure Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: Tuesday, November. 8th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Urban Adventure Drop-In FINISHED

Date & Time: Thursday, November. 10th at 6pm

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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CLOSED FOR REMEMBRANCE DAY LONG WEEKEND

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Kal Tire Place Drop-In~It's a Go :) FINISHED



Date & Time: Tuesday, November. 15th at 6pm

Place: 
Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)


We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.

Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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Kal Tire Place Drop-In FINISHED



Date & Time: Thursday, November. 17th at 6pm

Place: 
Kal Tire Place, Vernon BC. (3445 43 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T-8P5)


We will be meeting in the back bottom parking lot.

Kal Tire Place used to be called the "Multiplex" & "Wesbild Centre" and is located behind the Big Safeway in Vernon Square Strip Mall. (Same strip mall as London Drugs)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, long leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, games, recalls, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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                     Urban Adventure Drop-In


Date & Time: Sunday, November. 20th at Noon

Place: In front of the Vernon Museum (3009 32nd Ave)

Bring: HIGH value treats (No Kibble), regular leashes, training collars if necessary, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: FREE

Working on: Confidence boosting drills, using obstacles, distractions, informal & formal commands, desensitizing to cars, people and sounds..etc, working with sensitivities and problem behaviour. Need to work on something?!?! Talk to us!!

Please Note: ALL dogs MUST be on a leash for this class. ONE DOG PER PERSON.

~The world is our playground~


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BX Dog Park Drop-In~ TENTATIVE-->> LOCATION CHANGED!!!! Please check updated blog

Date & Time: Sunday November. 27th at Noon

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, bug spray, PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG
Price: FREE

Working on: Commands with high distractions, Commands with distance, advancing obedience, formal & informal commands, recalls, confidence boosting, manners, socialization and problem behaviour. NEED TO WORK ON SOMETHING?!?! TALK TO US!

Please Note: There will be off leash dogs at this class