Freelife Canine

01/23/2025

Just about 2 more weeks until our first 2025 NASDA trial (with more to come!)

Checking to see if there is any interest in either drop in lessons for this weekend (January 25 or 26)

And/or an Intro to Scenting Workshop? Or Intro to Ratting Workshop? Obedience skills are not necessary and dogs wait in their vehicle while waiting for their turn so perfect for distracted dogs or dogs that are worried about other dogs too close to them.

An Intro Workshop would be 2 hours and limited to only 4 dogs.

01/22/2025

This is a fitting GIF because I'm leaning towards my kitten being the culprit for cracking my laptop screen! While I go about seeing if it can be repaired or replaced please bear with me while I try to respond to emails and messages on my phone and write training plans etc (yes I'm one of those that really prefer to do alot of those everyday things by computer haha).

01/16/2025

NASDA February 8th Trial is approved and below is the link to the premium (fingers crossed it works - I have the worst luck with these). If it doesn't work, message me right away and I'll send you a pdf. It opens at 5pm! Please bear with me with responses as the next couple days are busy ones for me!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aD57Hjj55HwaSjmww293toyU64JWAdUeFw77k621Jp8/edit?usp=sharing

** photo of Rill at our September 2024 trial getting to the line for Trail & Locate **

01/07/2025

Save the date!!!!

NASDA trial February 8th in 150 Mile House (APPROVED!)

2 trials of: Lost Item, Shed, Urban Locate (puppy - level 2)
1 trial each of Urban Challenge games 1, 3, and 5

As soon as it's approved I'll post the premium and it opens for entry on January 15th

01/05/2025

✨ In Memory of Karen Pryor✨

A true pioneer in the world of animal training has gone on to meet many beloved animals at the Rainbow bridge.

Karen Pryor was a renowned author, behavioral psychologist, marine mammal biologist, and founder of clicker training, passed away on January 4, 2025, at the age of 92.

Her groundbreaking book, 𝘋𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘰𝘨, became the cornerstone of the positive reinforcement movement, transformed the lives of countless animals and their caregivers, and revolutionized how we communicate with animals, using force-free methods and operant conditioning.

In 2007, Karen Pryor designed and launched the Dog Trainer Professional program at the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) and has certified over 2600 canine trainers world wide.

At Freelife Canine, I am proud to call myself a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and her legacy will live on with every wagging tail, every joyful click, and every moment of connection shared between people and animals.

Remembering Karen Pryor: The Legacy of a Trailblazer Who Ignited a Global Training RevolutionWith profound sadness and immense gratitude, we honor the life and legacy of Karen Pryor, a true pioneer in the fields of animal behavior and positive reinforcement training. Karen’s groundbreaking work re...

01/04/2025

Who's in for some Barn Hunt/Ratting drop in tomorrow afternoon?!

I may also be able to squeeze in a consultation or private lesson if that is what you're after!

Let me know in the comments or PM if you're interesting :)

12/23/2024

Did you forget to check Fluffy off your Christmas List?

A couple in stock items I have for last minute shoppers

Details in the picture comments!

I'm heading into town shortly and could drop off or pick up in 150 Mile House

Happy Holidays!

12/15/2024

It's the last day to sign up for the NASDA Lost Item challenge that will run from mid-December to mid-February! We've already got numerous teams engaging and practicing on the private Facebook group and are excited to get started!

For more information, check out the flyer - can't wait to see you there! There are lots of great prizes to be won and community to discuss with!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e1YVo-yP-qNBAgwRGVgZ-lGtZ2CGlYE8/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115351643470173169201&rtpof=true&sd=true

12/14/2024

Spots available in drop in "prey hunt" classes Saturday December 14th @ 3pm and Sunday December 15 @ 10:30!

Treat your pup to an early Christmas treat with the gift of learning to search for rats :D

Classes are 1 hour, $30/dog and 4 dogs maximum so lots of turns. Dogs wait in their vehicles when they're not searching.

Let me know!

12/12/2024

Any interest this weekend for some drop in classes? Tricks? Barn Hunt? Lost Item? Shed Hunting? I have a "light" hockey schedule this weekend and can fit some classes or private lessons in!

Let me know in the comments :D

12/11/2024

Winter NASDA trials!

I'm considering applying for a NASDA trial and the only weekend I have in January is the 18/19 and probably a weekend in February.

We've been relatively mild so far but that will probably change. Looking at offering urban locate, lost item, possibly shed or there are also lost item and urban locate challenge games that are a ton of fun! These would be in 150 Mile House.

These would be one day trials with limited entries to keep them small to keep them short! If you're interested please let me know in the comments or PM and also what you're interested in (shed, urban locate etc) since Facebook isn't letting me build polls these days🤨

Let's start off 2025 with some NASDA fun!

12/07/2024

Only 1 week left to sign up for this challenge!!!

We've already got 20 teams enrolled and the private Facebook group is up and running as well!

Freelife Canine King Dog Sports Club


Introducing a NASDA Hibernation Online Lost Item Title Challenge!
You can sign up between now and December 14th and then earn NASDA Online Lost Item Titles between December 15th and February 16th. Each title you earn gets you an entry into a draw for one of 3 amazing prize packs which includes entries for 2025 trials and some sweet dog swag from generous sponsors!

You will also earn rosettes for titles as well!

AAANNNDDDD for those of you that are brand new to NASDA, we'll have a private Facebook group just for entrants where we can share success, training tips, and there will be planned Facebook lives for you to ask questions and jumpstart your training.
We can't wait to grow interest for Lost Item in BC!

A link to all the information about the challenge, prizes and entry form is in the comments (Facebook seems to like it better when I try and post things that way)

12/05/2024

ISO: a ride for a couple of little furry friends from Kamloops to 150 Mile/Williams Lake if anyone is making the trip anytime soon. Happy to help pay for part of your fuel as well. Please pm me for details if interested - thanks!

12/03/2024

If you're interested in learning about what dog sports are out there but feel overwhelmed and don't know where to begin, check out this Cyber Monday bundle sale from our friends at King Dog Sports to learn all the things! You'll even see me in there for interviews and information :D

Link is in the comments!

12/02/2024

Last minute - 1 spot available in a 6pm "Ratting/Barn Hunt" starting tomorrow Monday December 2nd. Classes are located in the Borland Valley - 150 Mile House.

This is a 4 week class (we'll likely skip the week of Christmas) and th3 cost is $150. Dogs work independently and one at a time (waiting their turn in their vehicle). Please PM if interested! It's so much fun and the dogs love it!

11/23/2024

We've been having a great time the last month with Barn Hunt classes! I am looking to schedule a couple more sets to start asap. Evening and daytime options and I'm looking at my December schedule to see about fitting in a couple "try it" practices on the weekends.

Dogs play one at a time, and wait their turn in their vehicles. 4 dogs maximum to a 1 hour class so there are lots of turns and your dog will leave tired and happy :)

Wannabe barn cat in the picture is begrudgingly locked out during class time lol.

Please comment or pm me to get on the list to be notified and help keep our rodent friends employed over the winter

11/15/2024

Freelife Canine and King Dog Sports Club have exciting news we've been waiting to share with you scent work fans!

Introducing a NASDA Hibernation Online Lost Item Title Challenge!

You can sign up between now and December 14th and then earn NASDA Online Lost Item Titles between December 15th and February 16th. Each title you earn gets you an entry into a draw for one of 3 amazing prize packs which includes entries for 2025 trials and some sweet dog swag from generous sponsors!

You will also earn rosettes for titles as well!

AAANNNDDDD for those of you that are brand new to NASDA, we'll have a private Facebook group just for entrants where we can share success, training tips, and there will be planned Facebook lives for you to ask questions and jumpstart your training.

We can't wait to grow interest for Lost Item in BC!

All information about the challenge, prizes and entry form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e1YVo-yP-qNBAgwRGVgZ-lGtZ2CGlYE8/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115351643470173169201&rtpof=true&sd=true

The NASDA master handbook can be found here: https://nasda.dog/NASDAResources/NASDA_Master_Handbook.pdf?cache=0

11/12/2024

I had a lesson cancelation at 6pm this evening so if you are wanting a private lesson (or make it a semi-private if you bring s friend!) please contact me. We can work on manners, obedience, scent work, tricks or intro to Barn Hunt!