West Coast K9 Training

03/22/2024

This sweet golden boy named Micki is learning lots of new things! His owners have done a fantastic job and his temperament is as sweet as can be so we’re just getting him dialed into them a bit more! He’s learning heel, place, and leave it.

03/19/2024

Sign up for our Day Training Program! We are now offering day training for those of you that are busy, or having trouble training your dog on your own. Your dog will come spend the day with me and my pack, go out for training outings, on-leash and off-leash walks, and get structure inside the house. Get the benefits of a board and train while getting to take your tired pup home at the end of the day. This program can be made to fit your dogs specific needs and challenges. Message for more information!

03/10/2024

West Coast K9 offers dog training in basic-advanced obedience, puppy training, off-leash reliability, and lifestyle training in the Comox Valley.

Currently offering one-on-one training. Helping owners learn how to better work with and understand their dogs. Whatever your goals are we can help! Whether you want a dog to take everywhere this summer, are struggling with your dog in your home, or have a puppy that needs the right start.

Message for more information!

07/23/2022

“Why is your dog wearing a muzzle?”
- It’s actually called a halti, they’re still able to fully open their mouth, drink, eat, and grab objects. It would not stop a dog who wanted to bite.

“Can’t you just train them to heel?”
- A halti should never be used to train your dog. It can be dangerous for heavy pullers or dogs that lunge to use a halti. It should only be introduced once a foundation of leash walking has been put in place.

- Halti’s are commonly used in the service dog world for a few reasons:
1. They provide control for people with lower dexterity or balance/mobility limitations.
2. They allow you to feel where the dog is looking/if they are trying to sniff or pick something up.
3. They allow you to gently redirect the dog.

A great example of how this tool came into use today was on our morning walk. I kicked a pill on the ground that I didn’t see, it flew in front of Azriels face and he naturally inclined his head towards it, we have worked diligently on his auto-leave it but as a young puppy he went for it anyways, I was able to feel him move his head and tell him to leave it just in time. (Had he still went for it despite my cue to leave it I would have been able to physically stop him through the halti.)
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06/21/2022

Gauge 🥰 this sweet guy is here for daycare this morning!
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06/18/2022

Ranger did so good training today! He ignored all sorts of distractions, offered great engagement and heeling, and even settled quietly under a bench for 15mins!
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06/16/2022

Want to be able to fully trust your dog off-leash in any environment? It takes time and effort but off-leash reliability is possible for ALL dogs! Send me a message if you’re interested in signing your dog up for off-leash training for the summer!

West Coast K9 also offers service dog training!

06/16/2022

Sam 🥰 this sweet young border collie is working on some of his intermediate commands with me! His owner has done a fantastic job with him already, teaching him lots and setting him up for success! His excitement for learning is contagious!
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06/15/2022

Keo 🥰 here for daycare again and went to the beach to practice recall and heeling “off-leash”! Using a long line and harness to create reliability in his recall!
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06/13/2022

Keo is here this morning for daycare and some training! This sweet boy is so big and strong and we are teaching him to walk nicely on the leash and not chase everything that blows around in the wind 😉 he made great improvements today! Such a smart guy he’ll catch on in no time!
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06/11/2022

Ranger 😍 he’s maturing so nicely, just look at that face! He was here for daycare today and some training. Worked on settling in public, introduced the treadmill, worked on leave it and heel, and had some fun enjoying the sunshine 🥰
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06/03/2022

Took this lovely boy Stryker for a very rainy walk today! Just look at that face 🥺
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05/30/2022

Hot weather is approaching! Walking earlier in the day or later at night is a great option, as well as adding on gear to keep your dog safe.
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05/29/2022

West Coast K9 is offering professional dog training, daycare, and walking services to the Comox Valley!

Training for basic-advanced obedience, off-leash reliability, and service dog training

Daycare: leave your dog with us for the day where they’ll go for training outings, walks, and have lots of play time!

Dog walking: we’ll take your dog for an hour walk and accept all breeds, sizes, and ages (including reactive or aggressive (muzzled) dogs)

Snacks and water included

Pick up/drop off available.

Available 7 days/week!

05/29/2022

Getting a puppy is such an exciting time, with all the stuff out there it can be confusing what you’ll actually use. Now of course this list is everything I use to raise puppies but you could easily do without most of these things! They just make your life easier 😊
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05/23/2022

Remember your daily outing is the highlight of your dogs day! Working their brain will also wear them out faster
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05/21/2022

There are many different types of rewards so don’t fret if your dog isn’t super food motivated, there are other ways to motivate them 😊
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04/16/2022