The Ruff Life

Professional Dog Training

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

May-June Drop-In Sessions

These sessions are for past clients who have finished 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 & Lightning, high winds, or lot's of rain 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. (and our Facebook page)

**Due to our ever changing weather conditions, it is important that you come prepared to the classes- for your selves and your dogs. Please dress weather appropriate. Waterproof shoes are suggested.**

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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BX Dog Park Drop-In-FINISHED


Date & Time: Thursday, May. 11th at 6pm

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: WATER FOR YOUR DOG.. We will NOT be going near the creek, Bug Spray, HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, 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 

~The world is our playground~

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Urban Adventure Drop-In FINISHED
               
Date & Time: Sunday, May. 14th 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 FINISHED


Date & Time: Sunday, May. 28th 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, 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 

~The world is our playground~

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Dogtra Connect Walking Drop-In- FINISHED

Part one- for those who missed it last time
(This is a LOW STIMULATION class- you will BARLEY -if at all- feel it on the palm of your hand)

 This 60-90 minute course will focus on using your electronic training collar for loose leash walking. 

We will be working on:
**Not pulling on a leash with distractions
**Automatic sit when you stop (in a clean position)
**Cleaning up your "Watch Me"


** YOU HAVE TO HAVE A DOGTRA OR ELECTRONIC TRAINING COLLAR TO DO THIS COURSE** (Brands must be pre-approved)

Date & Time: Monday, May. 29th at 6pm


Place: To be announced to participants


Bring: 
**HIGH value treats (No Kibble)
**Regular leashes AND long leashes
**E-collars FULLY charged
**PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE A REGULAR COLLAR ON YOUR DOG.

Price: $10.00 

Homework: Please take a few minutes to teach your dog 'Watch'. 

Watch Me: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6PogCb_mLc (You can just use a marker word {Yes, there or good} instead of a clicker)

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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Mission Hill Dog Park Drop-In


Date & Time: Monday, June. 12th at 11am

Place: Mission Hill Dog Park (3900-15ave)

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

Price: FREE

Working on: We will be working on obedience, recalls, confidence boosting drills, informal and formal commands, tricks and games. Need to work on something?!?! Ask us!!!

Please Note: There will be off leash dogs at this class and do not park in front of anyones driveway.

~The world is our playground~

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Urban Adventure Drop-In-TENTATIVE
               
Date & Time: Tuesday, June. 13th 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-InPOSTPONED ONE WEEK
               
Date & Time: Thursday, June. 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

               
Date & Time: Sunday, June. 18th at 2pm

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


Date & Time: Monday, June. 19th at 11am

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, 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 

~The world is our playground~


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BX Dog Park Drop-In-TENTATIVE



Date & Time: Tuesday, June. 20th at 11am

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, 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 

~The world is our playground~



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BX Dog Park Drop-In



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

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, 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 

~The world is our playground~




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BX Dog Park Drop-In



Date & Time: Sunday, June. 25th at 2pm

Place: BX Ranch Dog Park

Bring: HIGH value treats (NO KIBBLE), long leads, training collars if necessary, squeaky toy if you are soft spoken, 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 

~The world is our playground~





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