Training | Classes | Consulting Raintown Dog Training is a Dog Training & Consulting company based in Vancouver, BC.
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Happy International Dog Day from your fave dog trainers!
We really, really love dogs (in case that wasn’t clear 😂), and we really, really love what we do. To be able to work with our favourite creatures and their beloved humans is such a dream come true, and we thank you for trusting us with your fur babies.
Here’s the Raintown fam trying to wrangle Koda in for a photo…😂🐾
We are hard at work behind the scenes here, preparing for this Friday!
Join us from 5:30-7:30pm by Kits Beach to meet fellow Raintowners, run our mini agility course, and win cool prizes 🐶
We can't wait to see you there 🐾
Bringing home a new puppy? This guide is for you!
The first month with your puppy can be really overwhelming. There will be so much information coming at you from friends, the internet, etc.
Above are three topics that should be prioritized within the first few weeks - and try not to worry too much about the rest. A dog can learn to 'sit' at any age.
Getting your puppy socialized to their world, ingraining good habits, and creating a strong bond are three ways to set everyone up for success now and down the road 🐾
Looking for support during these early weeks? Join our Puppy Preschool class - a three week course specially designed with the youngest of pups in mind (ages 7-12 weeks). Link in bio for more info 🐶
Hi Everyone,
Raintown is excited to announce that we have been nominated for two Small Business BC Awards in the following categories: People's Choice Award and Best Youth Entrepreneur. 😊
The People's Choice Award is presented to a BC-based small business that can demonstrate the unwavering and loyal support of their community. The criteria for winning is simple: Get more votes than any other nominee.
The Best Youth Entrepreneur Award spotlights the next generation of business leaders who have taken the entrepreneurial plunge at a young age. These game-changers have turned passion into profit through grit, hustle, and ingenuity.
We're really honoured to be considered in this year's Small Business BC Awards, and your votes could help us win!
Our hope is that you, as a Raintown dog-parent and/or Raintown supporter, have experienced our love for our local community and what we do over the years. 🤗
If you'd like to see us win, vote for Raintown here!
Raintown is made up of a team of zealous and dedicated animal-lovers, who are driven to help strengthen the bond between dog and parent. Our trainers are well educated and well-endorsed, bringing our passion and profession together in a way that builds community and strengthens relationships. We lov...
It is our belief that dogs can help us grow as humans, and can help bring us together into a greater sense of community. ✨
Raintown Dog Training is made up of a team of zealous and dedicated animal-lovers, who are driven to help strengthen the bond between dog and parent. Our certified trainers are well educated and well-endorsed, bringing our passion and profession together in a way that builds community and strengthens relationships. 🐾
We love showing our clients in Vancouver how far a little bit of professional and efficient training can go, with lasting results. We truly care about your experience working with us. Join the Raintown experience in Vancouver - link in bio. ☔️
📸 the ever-incredible
COMMUNITY EVENT ALERT 🐶
Join us August 23rd near Kits Beach for a summer social!
Catch up with you pup's classmates, meet fellow dog parents, and try out our agility equipment.
Open to all dogs and their people. The more the merrier - bring a friend along! Free registration at the link in our bio.
Registration is OPEN for our August/September round of dog training classes! Follow the link in our bio to reserve your spot 🐾
See you soon!
Bringing home a new pup? Check out PUPPY PRESCHOOL, our brand new course for dogs aged 7-11 weeks! 🐶
This program is designed specifically for the youngest of pups, with a focus on socializing and basic puppy skills. Support from professional trainers and fellow dog parents during these first few weeks will help you and your new puppy to thrive now and into their adulthood 🐾
Register today using the link in our bio!
Raintown fam! We're throwing a SUMMER RAINTOWN EVENT!
Join us on the eve August 23rd by Kits Beach for a free community social event! Meet other Raintown pups and their parents, try out some agility equipment, and join us for a group photo. We can’t wait to see you there 😊
Meet us by the Raintown Dog Training banner on the North-East corner field of Kits Beach, 5:30-7:30pm.
Register (for free) at the link below!
https://RaintownDogTrainingBookingPage.as.me/?appointmentType=66066674
Calling all Raintown graduates!
(and currently-enrolled pups ☺️)
We have trainer-supervised socials for dogs aged 5+ months starting TOMORROW in Olympic Village.
These drop-in play sessions are sure to be a blast, and we can't wait to see some families faces 🐶💕
Learn more at the link in our bio!
Our second round of summer classes are open for registration! Head over to our website or link in bio to reserve your spot!
🐾 Puppy Kindergarten
🐾 Basic Manners
🐾 Basic Manners 2
🐾 Puppy Social
🐾 Adult Social
THANK YOU for choosing us as one of the best dog trainers in Vancouver! We are so grateful and fortunate to be a part of your journey with your dogs ❤️.
Registration is OPEN for our next round of Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Manners and Tricks classes! Head to the link bio to sign up.
We can’t wait to meet you and your pups!
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from our Raintown family to yours! Wishing you all a wonderful season and new year ❤️.
We’re so excited to be offering MORE dog training classes in 2024!
Registration is open for:
🐾Puppy Kindergarten
🐾Puppy Socials
🐾Basic Manners 1
🐾 Tricks Classes
Link in bio to book!
See you in 2024. Love, Raintown ☔️🐶
It’s hard to grasp how three years have flown by, and how much RTDT has grown over that time. From just two Raintowners in 2020 to a fam of five in 2023, I’m constantly humbled by the love both my team and my dog-parents show this company. I’m so proud of the way we continue to learn to face challenges and celebrate successes, and I’m so very honoured to get to work with my favourite animals of all time, in a city I adore. Thanks for being along for the ride, here’s to the next 3! ☔️🐾
Our Xmas Workshops begin on November 22nd! Book your Dog Date at Raintown (Snowtown….? 😉) filled with festive vibes, laughter, and fun with your fur babies.
You’ll want to add these to your list:
🎨 Paint with Your Puppy
🐾 Tug Toy Workshop: Make your own fleece toy!
🐶 BYOSM: Build Your Own Snuffle Mat
🦴 Tricks for Treats: Learn a Christmas Choreo with your Floof
Visit us online to learn more and secure your spot!
🎅 Dear Santa Paws...Starting November 22nd, join us for a festive season of workshops filled with pawsitive vibes, laughter, and bonding with your fur babies.
You’ll want to add these to your list:
🎨 Paint with Your Puppy
🐾 Tug Toy Workshop: Make your own fleece toy!
🐶 BYOSM: Build Your Own Snuffle Mat
🐾 Pre-Puppy Workshop: What to expect when you’re expecting, plus a DIY enrichment activity to take home
🦴 Tricks for Treats: Tricks you can teach from the comfort of home
Visit our website to learn more and secure your spot. The link is in our bio!
Have a safe and fun Halloween!
Do you have tips to navigate halloween with your dog? Let us know in the comments!
🫶🏻🤗 We’re honoured to be chosen as one of Vancouver’s top 3 dog training businesses 3 years in a row! 🐶
We’re workin’ on something special.
Keep your eyes peeled for exciting news next week!!
Can’t wait to share it with you 😃🎄!
Pawsitive change awaits 🐾 Join us this fall to embark on a journey of growth and learning!
🐾 Puppy Kindergarten (Up to 20 weeks): 🗓️ Begins October 12th.
This class is the perfect start for young, curious minds during their socialization period!
🐕 Basic Manners 1 (Last round of the year!): 🗓️ Begins October 18th
🚨 Don't let this slip through your paws! Join our expert trainers and learn force-free foundational training skills.
Visit raintowndogtraining.com to get started!
Two weeks ago, we were invited by Canada Post to speak on canine body language and navigating conflicts with dogs.
It was an amazing experience and one we won’t soon forget! Thank you, Canada Post, for being so welcoming and engaged!
Please help us congratulate our FIRST EVER Basic Manners 2 graduates! We couldn’t be more proud of your accomplishment! These past 5 weeks have been filled with so much, fun, laughter and learning.
We’ve added more weeknight classes this round! Head to the link in our bio to register. See you soon!
Please help us congratulate Rhiannon for graduating from the Karen Pryor Academy! She is now a certified dog trainer! We are SO incredibly proud of you, Rhi!
We are thrilled to announce our new Basic Manners 2 classes! Available during summer only! Grab you spot now! Link in bio.
Summer classes are live on the site!
We’ve launched a Basic Manners 2 outdoor class open to all Basic Manners 1 grads!
Head over to the bio to register.
Can’t wait to meet you and your pups!
We’ve added a Basic Manners and Puppy Kindergarten class on Saturdays!
Link in bio to register!
Celebrating Kris’ birthday (month 😂) as a team!
Wishing her another year of happiness, health and success! ♥️
Vancouver, BC
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| Wednesday | 8am - 8pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 8pm |
| Sunday | 8am - 8pm |
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The magic of a snuffle mat 😍🐾🐾🐾
Lizzie, where aaaaareee you? 🤗 The cutest hide-and-seek with @lizzie_the_cardicorgi and her Mama 💕🐕
These two! 🥰🐾 Marco has worked so consistently with Olivia on her recall (as well as her reactivity and impulse control) throughout our sessions and in between. It truly shows in this STELLAR recall (have you tried calling your dog back from fetch MID-FETCH??). It makes training so fun for me when dog parents put in the work like this. Thanks, Marco and Olivia! 🥰💪🏼
Leave it, Take It! Juno is such a smartie pants! You’ll notice me counting out how many trials she successfully does out of 5. This helps me know whether she’s ready for me to push the criteria to the next level. At 5/5, Clearly she was! Onto the next step, asking Juno to leave food planted on a walk. 🤓🐾
@itsivydood practicing her recall with Mama! Look how good she is! I am very proud of all the work Dianah has put in to training her pup, who she has been waiting for for years! 🥰 She has post-its, training books, schedules, has enrolled in multiple classes and taken private lessons to set her beloved up for the most success. And above all else, Dianah is the most patient and sweet human. What a lucky pup Ivy is! I’m rooting for you two! 🥰🐾
@juno_aussiedog knows how to outsmart me in tug of war. 😅
This is Patrick. He’s a baby bullmastiff. I’m obsessed. He’s learning “touch!” 🐒🐾
Little Phoebe here is learning what a vocal cue is. She responds to the hand signal for sit, but doesn’t sit for just the vocal cue quite yet. To train this, I first say the vocal cue, and 1-2 seconds later give her the hand signal, followed by a food reward if she sits. We’re using Pavlovian conditioning here: one event predicts another (in this case she learns that the “sit!” cue predicts the hand prompt. Operant conditioning also comes into play when she sits and because of this gets a food reward. Eventually she’ll start to sit for just the vocal cue, with no hand signal needed. Notice I keep my body still other than the hand signal (and the tapping prompt to get her to stand again) so as not to confuse her - dogs are motion sensitive! I mark the behaviour (“yes!”) before I reach into my pouch and treat her. Clean mechanics are important in training, keep that body still and watch your timing! Also how CUTE IS PHOEBE?! 🐒🥰
My co-trainer, (and one of my favourite people) Wan-yi, brought her new family member, @weizslabro home last month. It has been so beautiful watching her train him and bond with him. She has a great sense of humour and grace about training, and Brodie’s just the sweetest, as you can see. I am also proudly accepting the position of Godmother 🧚🏻♀️😎 Congrats Wan-yi and Jason! 🐾💕
Harley learns to fetch. 🎾 Fetch is a great activity in short bursts. You want to avoid developing an “obsessive fetcher” in your dog, so keep play times short and varied when using fetch. Harley has been learning to bring the ball all the way back to me (rather than not picking it up or dropping it halfway). To teach her this, I used both chaining and shaping. You can also use backchaining to teach fetch. Scratching your head over all the terminology? Give us a call🎾😉🐾
Just another adorable day at the office 🐾💕
“Bingpot!” 🐶 Katrina and Hung have been working so hard on emergency recall with their new rescue pup Podo and I’m very proud! Podo is learning to leave Dad (who has a handful of yummy food) and run to Mum at the sound of “Bingpot!”. Does your dog have a special recall cue? 🦮🐾
Maudie and Aspen 🐾🦴👯♀️
Ar Raintown Dog Training, Graduation Day is also Talent Show day! 🦴We get so excited to see how smart and quick our pupsters are 🥰🐾 Our next round of Puppy Kindergarten and Teen Puppy Classes are open for registration! Website link in bio to sign up! 🌼☔️ #puppylife #puppygram #teenpuppy #puppyclass #puppykindergarten #puppytalent #dogtraining #puppygraduate #dogtrainer #vancouverpuppytrainer #raintowndogs #raintown #raintowndogtraining #clickertraining #positivereinforcementdogtraining #yvrdogs #vancitydogs #snackleadernotpackleader
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