Red Barn Event Centre

Red Barn Event Centre Barrie's #1 voted indoor/outdoor professional dog training centre specializing in science-based, force-free, canine education.
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Popular classes include Agility, Puppy, Obedience, Scent Detection, and Tricks. Located on over 17 acres in the city of Barrie, Ontario, the Red Barn opened its doors in October, 2011.

Important info from our friends at Allandale Veterinary Hospital
09/03/2024

Important info from our friends at Allandale Veterinary Hospital

September is Pain Awareness Month! Did you know 40% of dogs and cats experience some level of pain due to Osteoarthritis (OA)? ​ OA is arthritis that develops when protective tissue in the joints deteriorates, leading to friction between the bones. Pain from OA can decrease your pet’s willingness to play or exercise.​ Take the Pain Checklist quiz to see if they could be showing signs of OA: https://www.zoetispetcare.com/checklist/osteoarthritis-checklist ​ If you suspect your pet may have signs of OA, please contact us so we can help them feel their very best! ​

What a magical day at the Red Barn K9 Fun Fair Fundraiser we hosted in support of the Jamison Family cancer fight. Thank...
09/02/2024

What a magical day at the Red Barn K9 Fun Fair Fundraiser we hosted in support of the Jamison Family cancer fight. Thank you to our amazing volunteers who were there bright and early and worked tirelessly to run the activities and to our sponsors of the raffle prizes. And of course thank you to all those who came out to have fun with their dogs and show their support. It was a GREAT day! More info about the fundraising totals and more pictures to come in a day or so.

Tomorrow is the day!  We’ve had a tremendous response from people pre-registering and you can still come and play tomorr...
09/02/2024

Tomorrow is the day! We’ve had a tremendous response from people pre-registering and you can still come and play tomorrow and register in person. There is sprinter, Agility, rally, Hoopers, and scent detection to participate in or give it a try learning opportunities. Plus there are fun, doggy games, pet pictures, a raffle and barbeque. Cash only day of please.  All proceeds are donated to a wonderful family in need.

Our Labour Day Jamison Family K9 Fun Fair is 2 days away. There are still some pre-registration spots available (info on...
08/31/2024

Our Labour Day Jamison Family K9 Fun Fair is 2 days away. There are still some pre-registration spots available (info on the poster below). Day of registration is cash only.

Raffle tickets can be purchase virtually (by etrans) or in person (cash only) at the K9 Fun Fair at the Raffle table and winners will be drawn at the event at 2:00 pm. Winners will be contacted by phone and have 7 days to pick up their prizes.

3 tickets for $5.00
8 tickets for $10.00
15 tickets for $15.00

To purchase ahead of Sept 2 or to donate email [email protected]

Our raffle prizes keep growing and the pictures do not do them justice. We are so touched by all the kindness our community is showing to this wonderful family who are fighting for their daughter’s life!

Thank you to our generous donors to date:
Big Country Raw
Tri-Acta Pets
Omega Alpha - Pets
REN'S PETS
Cottage Canoe Restaurant & Bar
Raw4dogs.ca
Bulbs of Fire
Red Barn Event Centre
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Barrie South
Agility World
Stella Reinhart
Nicki’s Pet Portaits
Dara Murphy
Laura B
Cheryl Boorman
Don & Valerie Hooper
Mac Reed
Susan Shaw
Danielle Levangie
Elizabeth Numbers
Winnie Kluck

08/30/2024

Look, listen and learn about sniffing!!

Get Back to School at the Red Barn!  Our SIZZLE2024 promo has been extended until Sept 15. Use this code to get $30 off ...
08/30/2024

Get Back to School at the Red Barn! Our SIZZLE2024 promo has been extended until Sept 15. Use this code to get $30 off Intro to Tricks, Intro to Scent or Getting Ready for Dog Sports. Your doogo’s enrichment class is waiting!!

https://www.redbarneventcentre.com/classes.html

The raffle table for our Labour Day Jamison Family K9 Fun Fair is open now for ticket purchase, and will be open at the ...
08/29/2024

The raffle table for our Labour Day Jamison Family K9 Fun Fair is open now for ticket purchase, and will be open at the K9 Fun Fair as well. You can purchase raffle tickets at the Raffle table and winners will be drawn at the event at 2:00 pm. Winners will be contacted by phone and have 7 days to pick up their prizes.

3 tickets for $5.00
8 tickets for $10.00
15 tickets for $15.00

To purchase ahead of Sept 2 or to donate email [email protected]

Thank you to our generous donors to date:
Big Country Raw
Tri-Acta Pets
Omega Alpha - Pets
REN'S PETS
Cottage Canoe Restaurant & Bar
Raw4dogs.ca
Bulbs of Fire
Red Barn Event Centre
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Barrie South
Agility World
Stella Reinhart
Nicki’s Pet Portaits
Dara Murphy
Laura B
Cheryl Boorman
Don & Valerie Hooper
Mac Reed
Susan Shaw
Danielle Levangie
Elizabeth Numbers
Winnie Kluck

THIS!  We could not have said this better. Please please internalize and share. ❤️❤️❤️
08/28/2024

THIS! We could not have said this better. Please please internalize and share. ❤️❤️❤️

FACING THE FEAR
There is a common disbelief that comforting a dog that is feeling scared, anxious or stressed will only reinforce, encourage the feeling and make it worse.

This belief is incorrect. Fear is an emotional response and one that a dog does not choose or decides to feel.

An emotion is an involuntary, uncontrolled response that cannot be reinforced.

Punishing fear-based behaviour is even worse than not providing comfort as it creates even more negative associations with whatever the “scary thing" is.

Behaviour and emotions are intrinsically linked in important ways, but they are still not the same thing and require different approaches when they become a problem.

Imagine an intruder broke into your home, tied you up and took off with your belongings. After being freed and getting help, a friend arrives to see how you are.

Your friend tells you that she can see that you’re really anxious and scared but she’s just going to completely ignore you, is not going to attempt to comfort you, sit with you or support you because by doing so she will make you even more afraid and upset. Does that reaction make any sense?

Why should it be any different for dogs that also experience a range of emotions? Why then is it still believed that we should ignore our dogs?

Probably because there is confusion and misunderstanding about the difference between an emotional response - which is an involuntary response and a learned response - which has varying degrees of conscious control.

If we acknowledge that providing comfort and support to a dog that is experiencing these emotions will not reinforce them, do we know if providing comfort will reduce these emotions?

Research on this subject is showing evidence that providing comfort and support in stressful situations decreases a dog’s heart rate, salivary cortisol levels, reduces stress responses and increases calm behaviour.

Ignoring a dog’s emotions because of misinformed advice in the belief that this will change the behaviour is more damaging than helpful.

We need to accept and acknowledge that our dogs are having an emotional response and not a behavioural problem.

We need to show compassion, understanding, be a secure base, a safe haven and provide the appropriate comfort when our dogs need it.

SIT happens at the Red Barn!  It can for your pup too. Puppy Foundations (under 5 months) https://redbarneventcentre.dog...
08/27/2024

SIT happens at the Red Barn! It can for your pup too.

Puppy Foundations (under 5 months) https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8918

Canine Lifeskills (over 5 months & adult dogs) https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8929

Reactive Dog Class (if your dog lunges, barks uncontrollably & acts ridiculous in the presence other dogs, people, bikes or vehicles): https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8953

Photos credit Danielle Mathias

Oct 21 CKC Agility Trials with esteemed judge Sherri Gourlie are open on agilityrocks.com and entries have been coming i...
08/25/2024

Oct 21 CKC Agility Trials with esteemed judge Sherri Gourlie are open on agilityrocks.com and entries have been coming in. Don’t miss out!
We also have spots open in upcoming agility classes, all levels, and Getting Ready for Dog Sports.

We are pleased to announce that the Nov 17 Breeder’s Auscultation & Echocardiogram Health Tests with Dr Colpitts as well...
08/24/2024

We are pleased to announce that the Nov 17 Breeder’s Auscultation & Echocardiogram Health Tests with Dr Colpitts as well as CAER testing with Dr Richards are open for registration. Thank you Katrina for all the work that went in to getting this planned.

Auscultation https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/events.aspx?event=15319

Echo
https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/events.aspx?event=15320

Eye (CAER)
https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/events.aspx?event=15318

What do you do with your older puppy?  Stay consistent with the boundaries you’ve set, keep practicing skills, add new c...
08/23/2024

What do you do with your older puppy? Stay consistent with the boundaries you’ve set, keep practicing skills, add new challenges and keep up the passive socialization and confidence building. Learn more about:

Senior puppy gym & chatroom https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8846

Puppy 2 teens & tweens: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8802

Canine Lifeskills 1: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8898

Intro to trick training: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8879

Sept 2 we are hosting a K9 Fun Fair to help one of our RB families in their time of need while they focus on their savin...
08/22/2024

Sept 2 we are hosting a K9 Fun Fair to help one of our RB families in their time of need while they focus on their saving daughter’s life.

Thank you to all those who have donated items to the raffle so far. Here’s a taste of some of the items. You can donate items by reaching out to Dara [email protected]
Tickets sales will happen at the event and we will make them available for purchase virtually as well.

Register to participate at https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/events.aspx?event=15238

Please spread the word. Every dollar goes to the Jamison family.

More RB scrapbook photos of pups who have moved on in their journey to learn about themselves, the world and how to beha...
08/20/2024

More RB scrapbook photos of pups who have moved on in their journey to learn about themselves, the world and how to behalf appropriately in a human society. Your education is far from over, but we are so proud of your accomplishments!! What class will you pick next?

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/87h6TPLNWChMbsQK/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Congrats on all the achievements posted on our Red Barn K9 Scrapbook page. The journey of learning and relationship buil...
08/19/2024

Congrats on all the achievements posted on our Red Barn K9 Scrapbook page. The journey of learning and relationship building is lifelong, and it means so much to us that our Red Barn team was a part of it. What will these families do next?

Canine Lifeskills 2: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8907

Intro to Rally-O: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8872

Intro to Scent Detection: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8868

Intro to Trick Training: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8879

Getting Ready for Dog Sports: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8825

Lukka and River are taking advantage of the rainy weather and heading in to REN'S PETS Barrie for their super DOGUST sal...
08/18/2024

Lukka and River are taking advantage of the rainy weather and heading in to REN'S PETS Barrie for their super DOGUST sale! So many great deals to be had. Don’t miss out.

We asked Mac, one of our instructors & registration team member, why he believes in Tri-Acta Pets. Freyja my 2.5 yrs Cor...
08/16/2024

We asked Mac, one of our instructors & registration team member, why he believes in Tri-Acta Pets.

Freyja my 2.5 yrs Corso x bully mix who loves tricks, rally obedience & is also learning agility! Tri-Acta has kept her active & fit by helping her joint health with our daily activities.
Allie my 14yrs Cocker x Pug regularly struggled with joint discomfort as she grew older. As I've added tri acta to her diet, she has been able to keep up on daily walks with her younger sister freyja & even take fitness classes at Red Barn!

Thanks for sharing Mac. You can find Tri-Acta products at REN'S PETS

8 little cuties started Puppy Foundations yesterday morning. We are excited to be part of their education and exploratio...
08/15/2024

8 little cuties started Puppy Foundations yesterday morning. We are excited to be part of their education and exploration of the world around them!!

Learn more about Puppy Foundations: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8905

For Pups over 5 months learn more about Canine Lifeskills 1: https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8829

Other skills/enrichment and sport class info here: https://redbarneventcentre.com/classes.html

Free therapeutic Golden Retriever snuggles under the Red Barn tent at the Roberta Place Community Appreciation Day this ...
08/14/2024

Free therapeutic Golden Retriever snuggles under the Red Barn tent at the Roberta Place Community Appreciation Day this Saturday, August 17. Haley will also have coupons and swag giveaways so plan to stop by. 

Thank you Halfpint Hill for your recent Google review and kind words!  We love having you as part of our Red Barn family...
08/12/2024

Thank you Halfpint Hill for your recent Google review and kind words! We love having you as part of our Red Barn family.

“I am so thankful to have such an incredible facility so close! We have gone to the Red Barn for several classes and events over the years and am thrilled with the training and service we receive there. Having kind, supportive and knowledgeable staff, who's passion leads to enriching our canine and human lives, is an asset not just to the people who enjoy continued growth and goals with their dogs, but for the community as a whole. Thanks Red Barn!!”

Come visit Haley and friends the Red Barn meet and greet info booth at the Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery Family Fu...
08/10/2024

Come visit Haley and friends the Red Barn meet and greet info booth at the Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery Family Fun Fest 10am- 5pm on Hwy 90 in Barrie. Free admission! We’ve got swag and coupons and canine snuggles to give away.

This event supports Helping Hands Project Organization who’s mission is to empower and elevate the lives of the most under-served, focusing on communities of color, by providing resources and access to programs that ensure an equitable opportunity for success.

Don’t miss out K9 Fun Fair, Sept 2nd. It’s a chance to play sports your dog knows and explore those he doesn’t. There’s ...
08/10/2024

Don’t miss out K9 Fun Fair, Sept 2nd. It’s a chance to play sports your dog knows and explore those he doesn’t. There’s games, fun photos, yummy food, pawdicures and a raffle. And best of all, the money goes to a wonderful family in need. Register at: https://redbarneventcentre.com/downloads/k9_fun_fair_240902_.jpg

Thank you to REN'S PETS, Omega Alpha - Pets, Tri-Acta Pets for your raffle donations. Please reach out to [email protected] if you’d like to donate.

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Last chance to be one of the cool kids!  Get a custom Red Barn cool gel mat when you register for the 5 week session of ...
08/09/2024

Last chance to be one of the cool kids! Get a custom Red Barn cool gel mat when you register for the 5 week session of Puppy 2: tweens and teens that starts next Monday https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8880

Also starting soon are Puppy Foundations 1 (for pups under 5 months) https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8803

Canine lifeskills 1 (a first class for older pups and adult dogs) https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8889

Canine lifeskills 2 (a class that challenges dogs with skills in a group class to more real world experiences) https://redbarneventcentre.dogbizpro.com/public/registration/index.aspx?schedule=8678

Address

8464 County Road 27
Barrie, ON
L4N9C4

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 8pm
Thursday 9:30am - 8pm
Friday 9:30am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 2:30pm
Sunday 5pm - 8:30pm

Telephone

+17058123467

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Facility:

-13,000 sq. ft. building with in-floor radiant heating and fantastic lighting. -9000 sq. ft. agility ring with rubber sports flooring and 10 mm eco-padding. This area may be used with our rubberized agility equipment or for another sport or event. -2400 sq. ft. matted and gated obedience, rally or conformation ring. -Men's and women's washrooms and shower room. -Tip and Sip café onsite. Outdoor eating area will be added in the spring of 2012. -Limited retail pet products will be available starting November, 2011. -Onsite camping with 15 amp service. Our large grassed camping area with 15 amp service is slated for use in the late spring of 2012. -Outdoor fenced runs to exercise your dogs off leash (coming summer 2012). -Plenty of parking and areas to exercise your dogs.