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Prairieburn K9 Academy

Helping dog owners succeed. We specialize in dog psychology and socialization with easy step by ste

Debbi McArthur is the owner/operator of Prairieburn K9 Academy and she always knew she wanted to be a dog trainer since her first dog “Scamper” a Lhasa Apso/Basset Hound cross at the young age of 12. With the support of the Portage Kennel Club Debbi was one of the youngest members to achieve all levels of obedience and agility with Scamper. She had the opportunity to travel Santa Clarita, Californ

ia at the Dog Psychology Center to work with Cesar Millan and attend his Training Cesar’s Way Workshop which strengthened her passion to help families and dogs live a more calm and respectful life together. This is where Debbi first met Heather Beck from K9 Lifeline who is a trainer at the Training Cesar’s Way Workshop. Debbi also attended K9 Lifeline’s 3D (Dealing With Difficult Dogs) workshop with Heather Beck and also received her e-touch (e-collar) certification through K9 Lifeline in Draper, Utah. Travelling to Ohio she attended TrainSmart WorkSmart Workshop at K9 Ponderosa where she worked with Heather Beck, George Cockrell and Scottie MacConachie. Debbi has worked with well over 2500 dogs and states the most rewarding part is helping families and dogs and watching the transformation in the calmness and confidence of the dog and owner. It is very

rewarding to know that she has helped strengthen the relationship between Mother Nature and humans. Debbi is a a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, Canadian Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Canadian Kennel Club, Portage Kennel Club, German Shepherd Club of Manitoba, and German Shepherd Club of Canada. She is also the owner/operator of Longburn German Shepherds where she breeds and shows top

quality German Shepherds for conformation and family companions. Check out my website at www.longburngermanshepherds.ca for more information about my pack.

07/10/2025

🎉 July is officially SOLD OUT!

Our 5-Day Stay & Train program is completely booked — and we’re already filling up for August. 🐾✨

If you’re thinking about giving your dog the gift of calm walks, better manners, and lasting change, now’s the time!

✅ Free Training Tools ($150 Value)
✅ Real Results in Just 5 Days
✅ FREE Lifetime Support After Training

📅 Don’t wait — August is almost full too.

🎯 Email [email protected] now to save your spot before it’s gone.

👉 Real Training. Real Support. Real Results.

07/10/2025

If you’ve been waiting to join our most popular program… this is your sign.

Our 5-Day Stay & Train is selling out faster than ever — and only a few August spots remain. 🔥🐕

Don’t miss:
✔️ A calmer, better-behaved dog
✔️ Expert training and daily structure
✔️ FREE Tools + Lifetime Support included

🐾 Let’s create a transformation you’ll be proud of.

📲 email [email protected] and reserve your August spot NOW.

07/09/2025

Only the Best for Our Graduates!

🌟 Exclusive VIP Boarding — For Prairieburn Clients Only

Heading out of town this August? Let your pup stay somewhere they’re already known, loved, and understood. 💼🐾

Our VIP Boarding offers:
✔️ Structured daily routine
✔️ Calm, safe environment
✔️ Expertly handled by Debbi
✔️ Tailored to your dog’s training style

Because when you're away, the last thing you want is stress — for you or your dog.

📅 Limited spots for August!

📲 Message [email protected] to reserve your dog's VIP stay.

07/08/2025

✨ Why choose Prairieburn? Because real training isn't a session it's a lifelong promise! ✨

Look at our Stay & Train alumni who attended our Stay & Train Programs!🐾

Before Stay & Train: Struggling with pulling, jumping, and overexcitement.
After Stay & Train: Calm, confident dogs who listen and thrive!

Our 5-Day Stay & Train program is designed for busy dog parents who want expert guidance and actual results.

⏳July is almost fully booked, and August slots are filling up FAST! Reserve your spot today and set your pup up for success.

📞 Email [email protected] or send us a message to schedule.

07/08/2025

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✅ More Energy: Dogs are thriving with more pep in their step and have calmer, more focused demeanors.
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📦 Contact [email protected] to place your order and see amazing results in your dog!🐕

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Macdonald, MB

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+12048569764

Website

http://www.prairieburn.ca/, https://prairieburn.ca/product/stay-train/, https://prairieburn.ca/product/heathersherosside

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Debbi McArthur - CEO/Founder

My Story...

I have been involved in dogs all my life and felt I always had a special connection with them. Before becoming a full time dog trainer, I trained and competed in obedience as well as conformation with many dogs receiving championships. It was exciting but I felt like there was something missing. There seemed to be a disconnect in the foundation of the relationship as a whole between the human and K9 from the dog’s perspective in day to day life outside of the show ring.

I saw so many families having struggles living with their dog “I can’t walk my dog – he pulls me on leash – I walk my dog at 4am when no one is around – he reacts to everything”, “he jumps up all the time – I can’t have people over – I’m feeling like a prisoner in my own home”, and I wanted to help. I knew if these owners didn’t get help their dog was going to end up being given away, dropped off at a shelter, or worse. The families loved their dog but just didn’t know what to do.

That is when I realized my purpose. Help families live in harmony with their dog through education to keep dogs in the home. Shelters are overflowing and rescues are being buried alive in an avalanche of dogs being dropped off or returned. I knew stopping the avalanche was impossible but if I could make an impact I would be helping. That’s when I decided I would dedicate my career to helping families.

When I decided to become a dog trainer full time, I wanted to become certified and researched schools all over Canada and the United States that I could possibly attend. I quickly learned that the Government does not recognize dog training as a certified profession (like a doctor, dentist…) which meant anyone could become a “Certified” dog trainer by just paying money and taking an online course without ever having worked with a dog. How was I going to help families without training with someone 1 on 1 or handling dogs to gain experience?

I felt defeated and had to decide that if I was going to make a real impact with my purpose of helping families I was going to have to go down a different path of learning than other trainers but had no idea where to start.

That’s when I stumbled upon Training Cesar’s Way at the Dog Psychology Centre in Santa Clarita, California where you could attend a 5 day course working 1 on 1 training with Cesar Millan who’s philosopies made sense to me and worked well with my own personal dogs. I decided that I would invest my business start up on knowledge and experience over certification. It was in May of 2013 on my 40th birthday when I first met Cesar. What a great way to spend my birthday!

Training at the DPC with Cesar opened up many doors for me to meet and work with dog trainers from all over the world. It was through Cesar that I met my friend, mentor and world renowned trainer, Heather Beck of K9 Lifeline.o I trained with Heather 1 on 1 at her facility in Draper, Utah in 2014 learning how to work with difficult dogs, how to properly socialize and rehabilitate dogs as well as how to use e-touch (ecollars) to create a positive, fun experience for owners and give freedom to their dogs.

Since 2013 I have worked with over 1500 dogs from happy go luckies to reactive cases. By working with so many dogs I am seeing patterns of behaviour, why dogs do what they do, what is lacking in the relationship between owner and dog that is preventing success, and how to bridge the gap between the two species – Dog and human.

Every dog teaches us something new and education never ends. I believe in bettering ourselves through learning and experience not only in dogs but with other species as well. Training with Rick Quinn in a Hosemanship Clinic who trained with Buck Brannaman was a great experience for me to see how our philosophies and training approach with dogs crosses over to other species.

I am a member of the International Association of Canine Professional (IACP), The Canadian Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Canadian Kennel Club, Portage Kennel Club, German Shepherd Club of Manitoba, and German Shepherd Club of Canada.

I still breed and show my top quality German Shepherds through Longburn German Shepherds for conformation and family companions.

I will forever be grateful for the support and knowledge that I have learned in the psychology of dogs and how to create harmony between human and K9 through Heather and Cesar.

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