Shawn Murray, Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Serving Prince George, Salmon Arm, Sicamous and Revelstoke
Take your dog training into the real world! Services
Privates and Group Classes
Distraction Training in "Real World" settings
The development of a well-mannered, well-socialized dog, is achieved though proper training at each level of development, from puppy to adult. Avalon Ranch provid
es various training courses for all stages of your dog’s growth and maturity, instilling the importance of basic manners and obedience
My training is centered on building a strong relationship with your dog thru play & training is a technique where we use interactive play with the owners in order to make the handler the object of fun
Avalon Puppy Classes (Age 0 - 6 months)
The Avalon puppy class works on helping you and your puppy have the best possible start while building a solid foundation for life. We help with House Training, Sit, Down, Leash Skills and a introduction to the come command. We also use games and trick training to help build trust and a stronger bond with you. Avalon Adult Classes (6 months and up)
Now that your young puppy is a bit older and growing up fast, its time to look at adding more skills to your dogs tool box. The Avalon Adult class will increase your dogs skills and foundation while working more on Sit & Down with Distraction, Loose Leash Walking and Social Skills building. We also work with you on how to avoid and work with behaviour Problems, Dog Park Etiquette, Come Command and Stay. Ruff Class (Rehabilitation) - Behaviour Problem Solutions
We understand Behaviour problems can be very frustrating and hard to deal with but your not alone. The Ruff Class is to help you and your Dog/Puppy work with behaviour problems that may be happening like Separation Anxiety, Excessive Barking, Nipping, Digging, Destructive behaviour, Dog Aggression and Stranger Danger. Drop-In Classes
(Must have Graduated from any of the above classes to attend any Drop-In Classes)
Reliable Recall
This one hour class is designed specifically to create a dependable fast and effective come command under heavy real life distraction. Urban Skills
Looking for a class to perpare your dog to go anywhere with you? The Urban Skills class is created for urban settings, proofing you and your dogs skills to all that the city has to offer. This classes is different every time and work on what the big city throws our way! Pack Social (must have attended our Reliable Recall Class)
It’s a social, not for you but for your pup! Our pack Social class is all about proper social time for the dogs, practicing and retaining your dogs social skills with a friendly group of like minded dog people.