Reactive Dog Classes

Having a reactive dog does not mean that you have to hide or keep your dog secluded for the rest of its’ life. In fact, it is important to know that you and your dog are not alone. Many people are worried about how their dog behaves. DOGSmart Training offers classes to help people understand the problematic behaviour of their dog, why it might be happening, and what to do to reduce or eliminate the behaviour. As each dog’s situation is different, please call us to determine your dog’s needs and appropriate next steps.

Female dogs in heat season (estrus) are not permitted to attend classes during the period that the female is in heat.

Private Consultations

Due to the specialized nature of reactive classes an assessment is required before all registrations.

Assessment: This class requires a complementary assessment before registration. Assessments will be done over zoom with future classes beginning in January 2023. Please call for an appointment at 604 267-9500 as well as creating your online account here > Create Your Account  Clients are expected to email a weekly diary for update on progress.

Important Note: One-week notice prior to the date of the first class is required for cancellations or refunds. Dates and times of classes are subject to change. Visit our website or give us a call for more information as well as to find out the dates and times classes are offered. Please equip your dog with a flat buckle collar, front clip harness, or head-halter only for all classes. All other types of collars including pinch, choke, martingale and shock collars, as well as retractable-leashes are not permitted.

Reactive Dog Workshop

This is a specialty program. Please phone DOGSmart Training for further information.

  • Length: 6 Weeks | 60 Minutes Per Week

Sports - For Reactive Dogs

Sports for reactive dogs is a fantastic way to have some fun with your dog while continuing to work on addressing reactive behaviours. Prerequisite: Your dog must have successfully completed the “Reactive Dog Workshop” in order to register and attend this course.

  • Length: 6 Weeks | 60 Minutes Per Week – Please call for schedule

Out and About - For Reactive Dogs

Take your dog “out and about” in this fun program that works on reactive behaviours in outdoor environments – rain or shine! Prerequisite: Your dog must have successfully completed the “Reactive Dog Workshop” in order to register and attend this course.

  • Location: Various locations in Lower Mainland Vancouver
  • Length: 6 Weeks | 60 Minutes Per Week – Please call for schedule