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
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 took our dog Angus to puppy socialization with Baby Dog for several months. It was the best thing we did for him as a puppy. He knows how to interact with dogs of all sizes and different temperaments and how to greet people nicely. We also got a lot of training tips and helpful information on how to properly care for a puppy. I highly recommend taking your puppy to Baby Dog.
I would highly recommend BabyDog Canada for anyone's puppy training and socialization needs. Aviva and her team of trainers and helpers, are knowledgeable and supportive. I grew up with dogs and have learned more in these classes now, than all those earlier experiences with my previous dogs. "Had I known then, what I know now"... Thank you Aviva and team!
We are so happy with the progress our dog has made and recommend them to anyone! Our trainer Ruth was amazing and we had such a great time working with her.
We took our puppy Pitbull to babydog puppy socialization classes.The incredible rewards our pup and ourselves took back from them is fantastic.Our pup is a very happy well grounded pup who is growing so well cause of the classes and info I have received.Thanks so very much.Great work keep it up:) Zeus,Ray and Bridget :)
I have been taking my puppy Daisy to baby dog training classes for a couple months and they are amazing! I have learned so much, and Daisy is much better trained since we started! Daisy recently had an accident and we were not able to go to classes for a while, and the trainers at baby dog made some great suggestions to prevent her from getting too bored, and extended our time to attend the training classes. If you have a puppy, I highly recommend baby dog training and socialization classes!
I'm biased, but BabyDog is really rad and they've done a great job with my dogs :)
Danika is an amazing instructor. She takes the time to engage with each dog and owner and is very professional and knowledgeable. My puppy walked into the first class, shy and never normally approaching strangers, and ran up to Danika and stayed by her side, like she had known her for years! That is her magic! Danika makes everyone feel like they are heard and the star student of the class! I highly recommend Babydog lessons. We are so grateful and we have learned so much. We will be back for more lessons. Thank you so much Danika, From Heather Ann and Lucy Belle
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.