Canine High School

For dogs over 5 months

Canine High School is where we help your pup pick up handy skills that will make their transition into adulthood (or into your home, if you’ve got a rescue) easy, breezy & beautiful.
Class 1:
1. Close Quarters Etiquette (Middle Position)
2. Foundation Recall (Touch)
3. Untangle Yourself (Go Around a Cone)
4. Stay Calm in Exciting Situations (Matwork)
Class 2:
1. Fuss Free Grooming & Handling (Chin Rests)
2. Frustration Free Walks pt. 1 (Leash Handling Skills)
3. Frustration Free Walks pt. 2 (Loose Leash Walking)
Class 3:
1. Foundation Skills (Send-To-Mat)
2. Recall Problem Prevention (Gear Grabs)
3. Intermediate Recall (Name Attention)
4. Intermediate Recall (Chase Me Recall)
Class 4:
1. Party Trick! (Back Up)
2. Self Regulation (Tug/Calm)
3. Foundation Skill (Stay)
Duration: 50 min class, once a week for 4 weeks.
Time: Tuesdays @ 7:30pm or Sundays @ 12pm. Click the book now button to see exact dates & times.
Location: Connective Community Center (3360 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5V 4C1)
Maximum Capacity: 6 dogs per class
Prerequisites: N/A, but for best results, take Puppy Junior High prior to this class
Cost: $299 + GST (save some $$$ when you purchase one of our group class bundles, click here for details)
Vaccinations: Dogs must be over 5 months to enroll and must be fully vaccinated (titer tests also acceptable). Dogs displaying reactive behaviours should seek our private lessons instead of group classes.
Office Hours:
Our weekly Office Hours are a free, online support session included with your group class purchase. Drop in once a week to ask questions, get personalized guidance, and troubleshoot any challenges you’re facing at home. You can sign up for Office Hours as soon as you enroll—there’s no need to wait for your first class to start using this support service.
High Instructor-to-Student Ratio:
With a maximum of six dogs per class and at least two instructors present, help is always within reach. This low ratio ensures every dog and handler receives focused attention, personalized guidance, and immediate support whenever you need it. The experience can almost feel like a private lesson—but at group class prices.
Personalized Feedback & Next Steps Guidance:
At your final class, you’ll receive a frameable graduation certificate with personalized feedback and suggested next steps for your training journey. Instructors will also take the time to chat with you, answer any last questions, and provide additional guidance to help you maximize your results. Plus, you’ll receive exclusive coupon codes to explore our other classes and continue your training journey.