Positive, science‑based dog training in Airdrie, Alberta
From puppies to adult dogs, Airdrie Puppy Pals offers fun, effective classes and private training to help your dog meet your training goals.
Our training programs are led by Nikki Nordick a certified dog behavior consultant and trainer with hundreds of continuing education hours and one of few individuals in North America to have earned multiple third-party credentials from the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers and the International Association of Animal Behavior Professionals.
Our Dog Training Programs
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Puppy Class
A group class with puppies of all breeds and sizes who are 8–16 weeks old. Build your puppy’s confidence and manners with fun, positive training designed for early socialization and learning.
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Jr Puppy Class
A fun group learn‑and‑play class for friendly, social Jr puppies 4-9 months who enjoy off‑leash playtime and positive training around other dogs.
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Minding Our Manners
A group class for dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes with no off-leash playtime. We work on loose‑leash walking, polite greetings, and everyday manners using positive training.
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Private Training
Private manners training and behavior consulting. From everyday manners to more complex behaviors like fear, frustration, aggression and reactivity.
About Our Trainer
Training is led by Nikki Nordick, a certified dog training and behavior professional with more than a decade of education and experience helping dogs and their families communicate. Nikki's approach is rooted in modern, reward-focused methods that put emotional well-being first.
Classes and private sessions are built around real life with clear explanations, relatable analogies, and an encouraging atmosphere where learning happens at your dog's pace.
Nikki takes the time to really listen and understand each dog's story. The goal is always the same: helping dogs and humans understand each other and work towards achieving their goals, with confidence and kindness.
Why Train with us?
Small, supportive group classes
With 6 to 8 dogs per class and no more than two people per dog, the environment stays calm, clear, and comfortable for everyone.
Training that adapts to your dog
Every dog learns differently. Training is tailored to each dog's needs, pace, and personality so progress feels achievable and supportive.
Communication that makes sense
You always know why we are doing what we are doing. Training helps you understand your dog and helps your dog understand you. You can expect explanations, helpful analogies, and guidance that feels doable.
A personal, human connection
You are never alone in the process. Training is a partnership — we’re here to make sure you feel confident, supported, and never alone in the process.