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Pet Dog Training in Halifax & Victoria BC

Good habits make more room for joy.

Practical, compassionate training for puppies, adolescent dogs, and grown-up dogs who are still figuring things out. We’ll help you understand the why, not just practice the cue.

Pet training sessions and consultations are available in both Nova Scotia and British Columbia, including dog training in Dartmouth, with virtual Microsoft Teams support available wherever you are.

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Meet your dog where they are. Build from there.

In-person support and virtual consultations via Microsoft Teams are available.

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6 × 1-hour pet sessions

Six one-hour training sessions tailored to you and your dog, using humane, evidence-based methods.

We can work on puppy foundations, loose-leash walking, recall, calm greetings, settling, handling, or specific behaviour concerns. Together, we'll choose practical goals and adjust training to your dog's needs and progress.

You'll receive coaching during sessions and guidance for practice at home and on everyday outings.

The bundle includes six hours of individual training. The one-hour duration shown in Square is for each appointment.

Bundle fee: $499.99 plus applicable tax.

Book with your regional trainer, or email us to discuss your goals.

CAD$499.99
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Individual Dog Training Session — One Hour

A private training session tailored to you, your dog, and the skills or concerns you want to work on.

Sessions can support pet-dog or service dog training, depending on your goals and your dog's suitability. We may work on foundations, loose-leash walking, recall, settling, neutrality, public-access skills, or individualized disability-mitigating tasks.

We use humane, evidence-based methods and adjust training to your dog's needs and readiness. You'll receive practical coaching and guidance for continued practice at home and in everyday environments.

This is a training session, separate from our Potential Service Dog Assessment.

Duration: 1 hour

Session fee: $150 plus applicable tax.

Book with your regional trainer, or email us to discuss your training goals.

$150 + applicable tax

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More ways to learn

Support that fits your actual week.

Some dogs learn best with a little social energy. Some people need the quiet of a video call. Both can be the right choice.

Group socialization & obedience classes

Practice useful skills around other dogs and people with guidance, structure, and room to ask questions.

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Consultations

Free Video Consultation — Microsoft Teams

Free · 30 minutes

A free 30-minute introductory conversation about your dog, your goals, and the support you're looking for.

We'll answer your questions, explain our training options, and help you choose the right starting point. You're welcome to ask about pet training, puppy testing and selection support, service dog assessments, or our Owner-Trainer Program.

This appointment is an introductory discussion. For hands-on training, book an In-Person Consultation & Training Session. To evaluate a dog's suitability for service work, book a Potential Service Dog Assessment.

Duration: 30 minutes

Fee: Free

Location: Online through Microsoft Teams

Book through Square with your regional trainer, or email us if you're unsure which service to choose.

Initial In-Person Consultation & Training Session

A one-hour private session where we get to know you and your dog, discuss your goals, and begin working on the issues you most need help with.

We'll consider your dog's history, daily routines, and current behaviour, then practise suitable training strategies using humane, evidence-based methods. You'll leave with practical guidance to continue at home.

This appointment is for your initial consultation only. Follow-up individual training sessions are $150 per hour, with six-session bundles also available.

This is a training session, separate from our Potential Service Dog Assessment, which evaluates suitability for service dog work.

Duration: 1 hour

Initial consultation fee: $99.99 plus applicable tax.

Book with your regional trainer, or email us to discuss your needs.

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Contact

British Columbia: jenn@pawsitivelyservicedogs.caNova Scotia: melanie@pawsitivelyservicedogs.caGeneral inquiries: info@pawsitivelyservicedogs.ca

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