Dog Obedience - Beginner Life Skills Foundation

Join us for an engaging class where you and your dog will tackle real-life skills like focus, sit, down, stay, polite walking, and leash handling—even with distractions! It’s a fantastic opportunity for anyone who missed puppy classes but wants to build a strong, confident team. With treats, praise, playful games, and proven science-based methods, you’ll have fun while helping your dog shine. Eligibility: Dog age: Over 6 months old. No aggressive or reactive behaviour toward other dogs and other people. No female dogs in heat (Animal Control Bylaw 9150 - 4.7) Registration closes 3 business days before class. If you miss the deadline, contact Killarney CC—late enrolments are rarely accepted, but we will review your request and let you know. There are no make-up sessions for missed classes. Please double-check your schedule before registering. For everyone’s safety, dogs must wear a flat buckle collar, front/back-clipped harness. Pinch, choke, or shock collars and retractable leashes are not allowed. Our goal is for every dog and person to have a positive, safe experience in class. For dogs who find group settings challenging due to reactivity or fearfulness, we recommend seeking specialized support. Because the community centre prioritizes safety for all participants, especially children, we’re not able to address these specific issues here. If you need guidance on resources for reactivity or fearful behaviour, please reach out—we’re here to help you find the support you need.