Training and classes created to help dogs thrive
Professional, positive dog training on Vancouver Island
From essential obedience to complex behavioural challenges, our certified trainers develop customized programs that address your specific goals while building a stronger relationship through positive reinforcement.
We work with dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments with proven, force-free methods.
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We're lucky to be part of a community passionate about the well-being and happiness of dogs and owners alike. We work with local organizations, offering support, leadership, and guidance.
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We want dogs and their owners to understand each other’s needs and learn to communicate clearly with each other. We break down essential obedience skills into practical programs with clear direction
Private training
Work 1-on-1 with a trainer who will personalize a package for you and your dog.
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Group classes
Train, grow, and learn in our fun group obedience classes for every level of experience.
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Social classes
A safe, educational space where your puppy or dog can play and learn respectful social skills.
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1000+ dogs (and their people) helped
Helping you and your dog learn together through practical, stress-free training that makes sense on both ends of the leash
Aviva was very knowledgeable, personable and flexible.
Meg was an excellent trainer. She presents very well, and is extremely passionate with people and dogs. She has a natural affinity to the dogs, and it’s obvious she loves her job. We’re looking forward to taking another class with Meg or Baby dog trainers.
I have worked with Dave Tomey and can't say enough about how much he has helped me and my little dude, a Mexi rescue who was terrified of his own shadow and struggling to adjust to a new environment. I highly recommend Dave's services.
We've been taking out puppy to BabyDog's socialization classes. Both the puppy and I learned a lot! We found Ruth to be very knowledgeable and helpful - enough so that we ended up registering for a private training session and an obedience class through BabyDog, both also taught by Ruth. Our puppy has learned a ton and so have we. Throughout the entire process Ruth has been wonderful, and we can't recommend her and BabyDog enough!
We have taken both our puppies to BabyDog with fantastic results. Our training has never gone this well before. BabyDog is always focused on positive reinforcements and finding a training method the is kind and working well for our puppies.
These guys are just brilliant, we started the puppy classes with our 13 week old feisty pomsky and it had a hugely beneficial effect on her behavior, the private lessons helped us iron out early problems and now at 1.5 years old we have an amazing lovable behaved dog that s a true joy. Knowledgeable, patient with dogs and humans :) Recommended!
Our puppy has had some challenges with socialization and the trainers at Baby Dog have been terrific with us and with our puppy. Highly recommend them!
Awesome trainers! Really help your dog receive a positive start.
Our Trainers
Meet the team
We believe every dog deserves to be understood. Our team of compassionate trainers specializes in positive, reward-based methods that strengthen the bond between dogs and their humans.
Our trainers bring personal experience and professional expertise to every session, helping both dogs and their people navigate the world with confidence and purpose.