Minding Our Manners

For all dogs who have their Rabies vaccinations - there is no age maximum. Our Minding our Manners course is five consecutive weeks on the same day and time with the same group of dogs and people. Together as a small group, we will learn and practice obedience skills like how to focus around other dogs and other people on and off leash, how to keep paws on the ground and prevent jumping and much more.

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Our Manners Course

The best part of a group class? You’re not in it alone. Our Minding Our Manners course brings together a supportive group of dog lovers, learning and growing side by side. Over five fun and interactive weeks, we’ll learn and practice build on skills like walking politely on leash, coming when called, and listening even with distractions. Designed for dogs of all ages, sizes, and experience levels, this course is about progress, not perfection because better behavior starts with better understanding.

Classes are held in our clean, comfortable, temperature controlled training space right here in Airdrie, Alberta.

Meet Your Trainer

Nikki is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Dog Behavior Consultant with years of experience working with dogs and their people. Each week, she introduces new skills and helps you gradually add distractions to strengthen what you’ve already practiced. The course is flexible and adjusts to the dogs in class, making sure every team has the resources they need to succeed.

We focus on skills like:

  • Getting and keeping attention around distractions

  • Loose leash walking

  • Coming when called off-leash

  • Polite greetings, no jumping

  • And more…

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Course Details & Registration

Ready to get started? You can view upcoming start dates and register online anytime through our calendar page.

Minding Our Manners is a five-week course and costs $195 + GST. To attend, dogs must be up to date on their Rabies vaccination. Spaying or neutering is not required, and there are no other prerequisites to join - just a positive attitude to learn and have fun together.

We kindly ask that no more than two people attend per dog to help keep the classroom focused and comfortable for everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the course prerequisites?
A: Just bring proof of your dog’s current Rabies vaccination to the first class. There are no other prerequisites required.

Q: What should I bring to class?
A: Please bring your dog on a fixed-length leash (no retractables), some treats they love, and their Rabies vaccination paperwork. A flat collar or harness works great.

Q: Can my family members come to class?
A: You’re welcome to bring up to two people per dog to each class—and they don’t have to be the same two each time.

Q: How many dogs are in each class?
A: Each group class includes 4 to 6 Puppy Pals of all sizes and breeds.

Q: What’s the difference between Minding Our Manners and Jr Puppy?
A: Minding Our Manners is a five-week, on-leash course with the same group each week and no playtime. Jr Puppy is drop-in, with changing participants and includes off-leash playtime..

Q: Is this course suitable for nervous or reactive dogs?
Minding Our Manners is a good fit for dogs who are comfortable working around other dogs and people without barking, lunging, or showing signs of fear. If your dog finds that challenging, Private Training is often a more supportive and effective place to start.

Q: When can I start?
A: You can find our course start dates on our training calendar.