Tess's Dog Training

02/17/2025

Shhhtopp scrollin', and head on over to tessdogtraining.com and sign your dog up for all new group obedience classes starting this week!

On this Family Day, show the furry family members some love by committing time to train them in a fun and social environment!

Let's get your dogs ready for all the new adventures this Spring and Summer will bring!

There are limited spots available, so sign up now to save your spot!

With almost 20 years of professional experience working with dogs and serving the Manitoba community, we look forward to helping you and your dog build that fun and healthy relationship!

02/08/2025

Valentine's Day is fast approaching. Have you got something for the doggo in your life? Show them some love by joining in on some training classes. Your dog will meet new friends, learn new things, and have fun, all while building on your relationship!

Puppies and dogs of all ages with little or no basic training or socialization are welcome to join in the Beginner class.

And for those who have more advanced skills and want to move on to the more fun stuff, the Tricks class will be a great fit for you! This class is only offered twice a year, so if you have been thinking about doing the class, now is the time to join in.

Limited spots are available, so enroll now before it's too late!

Tess's Dog Training offers a variety of dog training services including of obedience training, group training, private training and behavioural modification in Winnipeg and surrounding areas.

01/31/2025

Starting tomorrow! Support an amazing local rescue with the "Share The Love" event! For the month of February, you can purchase gift cards for yourself or others, and 25% of each sale will be donated to Manitoba All Shepherd Rescue.

Gift cards can be redeemed for any group training classes or private training sessions and can be used until the end of 2025. So, if you were thinking of participating in any sort of training this year, now is the time to stock up :)

Email [email protected] to purchase yours!
Help homeless dogs while helping your dogs as well!

01/29/2025

Help an amazing rescue♡

One of our February fundraisers is hosted by our long-time friend, supporter, and fellow dog lover, Ashley of Tess's Dog Training!
During the month of February, purchase any gift certificate from Tess's and 25% of your purchase will be donated to MASR! The gift certificates can be used anytime during 2025 and you can purchase them for your friends, your family or even for yourself & your four-legged best friend!
Tess's offers a variety of dog training options. Group classes, private training, behavior consulting. Ashley has enjoyed a life-long love affair with dogs and has devoted her professional life to assisting people and their beloved pets achieve their goals. Ashley has aided many MASR dogs & owners over the years and manages to effortlessly blend learning & fun together in her classes!
Purchase these gift certificates during the month of February and not only will you be helping dogs & owners better live in harmony, you will be helping our ongoing rescue efforts! Win-Win!

01/21/2025

Last call for classes starting tomorrow, January 21st!! All ages, all breeds, all skill levels welcome! Classes are held at Pooches Playhouse in the NE part of Winnipeg and run for 1 hour each Tuesday for 6 weeks.

Beginner classes cover all the basics in obedience, manners, leash skills, socialization skills, and common behavioural issues.

Advanced classes are for those dogs who have completed a Beginner class or have the basics covered already. We build on all the Beginner level obedience, add in some tricks, advanced leash skills, high-level distractions, etc.

Get a jump start on training this year, with new habits, new skills, and starting off on the right paw!

Limited spots are available, so enroll now before it's too late!

01/13/2025

Join us for our exciting class offerings!
Upcoming Group Classes for 2025:

January 21st - February 25th (Beginner and Advanced)

February 13th - March 20th (Beginner and Tricks N' Treats)

March 12th - April 23rd (Beginner and Advanced)

Don't miss out on our highly requested class, Trick's N' Treat, starting on Feb 13th! It's going to be a pawsitively fun time for you and your pup!!!

Each class runs for six weeks, with one-hour sessions held weekly at Pooches Playhouse in Northeast Winnipeg.

01/06/2025

Ready for a new leash on life?!? All new classes are available now for enrolment! All ages, all breeds, all skill levels welcome! Classes are held at Pooches Playhouse in the NE part of Winnipeg and run for 1 hour each Tuesday for 6 weeks.

Beginner classes cover all the basics in obedience, manners, leash skills, socialization skills, and common behavioural issues.

Advanced classes are for those dogs who have completed a Beginner class or have the basics covered already. We build on all the Beginner level obedience, add in some tricks, advanced leash skills, high-level distractions, etc.

Get a jump start on training this year, with new habits, new skills, and starting off on the right paw!

Limited spots are available, so enroll now before it's too late!

01/02/2025

Happy New Year to you and yours!! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season. I decided to take time off and disconnect from everything to fully connect with my little girls, family, and friends. It was much needed, and I feel so blessed!!

2025 has now arrived, and there are some new things in store on the training front this year. All new classes are starting in a few short weeks on Jan 21st, so if you have an entry level dog or a dog who has some skills, then head on over to my website for class details and enrolment!

Private training sessions will continue booking into later this month and February, so if you can't partake in a regular class or need more complex or specific assistance, then these sessions may be a great fit for you.

Whatever you need, Tess's Dog Training will do our best to assist you and your canine companion. We hope you all have amazing start to 2025, many blessings and best wishes as you start fresh this year!

12/05/2024

HURRY!! Last call for 2024 group classes! All new Beginner and Advanced classes start TONIGHT!

Only ONE spot left in Beginner and 3 spots left in Advanced.

Snag your spot and enroll at tessdogtraining.com.

Note: There will be no classes during the holiday period of Dec 26th and Jan 2nd.

12/03/2024

Last call for 2024 group classes! Want your dog to be on the nice list? All new Beginner and Advanced classes start this Thursday, December 5th! Limited spots left. Snag your spot and enroll at tessdogtraining.com.

Note: There will be no classes during the holiday period of Dec 26th and Jan 2nd.

12/03/2024

Dachshund Through the Snow... to our HUGE SALE on now! Purchase an e-gift card for yourself or for another canine lover in your life. Giving the gift of training and building that healthy relationship with our dogs is so rewarding!

Visit tessdogtraining.com now to purchase yours before this deal is done! Gift cards do not expire and can be used for any future group classes or unlimited training passes.

All new sets of classes start this Thursday, December 5th! Limited spots left!

11/29/2024

Huge Black Friday sale on all e-gift cards! This limited time offer is one you don't want to miss! Buy now and use for any upcoming training sessions. Good for yourself or give the gift of training to a family member or friend. Order yours online at tessdogtraining.com!

11/11/2024

Lest We Forget...

11/04/2024

LAST CALL!! Classes start Tuesday, Nov 5th at 1320 Concordia Ave E (Pooches Playhouse) in Winnipeg.

Beginner and Advanced classes available for all ages, breeds, and skill levels.

Invite a friend or family member with their dog and have fun learning together!

Enroll now at www.tessdogtraining.com to save your spot! Spots are limited.

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Tess's Dog Training offers a variety of dog training services including of obedience training, group training, private training and behavioural modification in Winnipeg and surrounding areas.

10/31/2024

It's your resident dog trainer here!

Just wanted to share some tips for Halloween tonight when it comes to our pets. I always pass on this info to my clients as well, so Halloween can be safe and fun for everyone. Both happy socialized dogs and quieter dogs when scared, startled, nervous or threatened may feel the need to bolt, growl, bite, hide etc, and for a few hours this evening, I always suggest just keeping them home, safe away from the doors enjoying their own treats :)

1. Keep pets, especially dogs, away from your door during trick-or-treat times. Kids coming to the door yelling and in costumes can make dogs feel nervous or threatened. It's dark, there's masks, and strange outfits, and you are constantly opening the door. It's best to keep your dogs safe in another room, in a crate or on leash away from the door. You wouldn't want your pets to bolt out the doors/gates, either.

2. Keep the treat bowls put of reach. Dogs have very good sniffers and can smell through wrappers. Chocolate, sugar, and xylitol can be very toxic in larger amounts.

3. If you were planning on taking your dogs walking during trick-or-treating, remember that even the most solid, socialized, and friendly dogs can be spooked. Kids may also run up to your dogs, which may startle them. Many kids will be running around, being loud and in costumes. Dogs have a harder time reading body language when people are in costume. There are lots of yards with spooky decor and animated stuff that can also freak dogs out.

4. Keep ID tags on your dog for just in case moments.

5. Only use pet costumes if your pet seems comfortable and isn't stressed wearing them. Remember, if you have multiple pet homes, body language can be harder to read for pets in costumes, so you don't want your pets getting confused with one another.

6. Watch tails and costumes around candle lit pumpkins and decor. Dogs are clumsy and flammable.

Hope everyone enjoys their time tonight! Weather looks great!

10/29/2024

Our huge fall sale is on now! You don't want to miss out!

$125 OFF as many classes as you want for 1 year!

Only at www.tessdogtraining.com

New classes start Nov 5th!

10/17/2024

Fall/Winter Sessions are out!

Classes fill up quickly during this time of the year, so if you have a new dog or have been thinking about doing classes, head on over to tessdogtraining.com to save your spot!

Beginner and Advanced classes available for all ages, breeds, and skill levels.

Invite a friend or family member with their dog and have fun learning together!

09/18/2024

Last call to join in the all new group obedience classes starting TOMORROW, September 18th.

Our Beginner level is great for all ages, breeds, and minimal skill level or for those who want a refresher. The next level Advanced class is great for dogs 6 months or older with some understanding of basic training and completion of a beginner/basic level class.

Classes run for 6 weeks and run 1 hour each Wednesday evening. Located on the northeast side of Winnipeg at Pooches Playhouse. Classes are a combination of indoors and outdoors (weather permitting).

Group classes are a great way to build a good relationship with your dogs, grow healthy habits by committing to training, working on social skills, working on mental and physical exercise and establishing proper training, boundaries and manners!

There is only ONE spot left in both classes, so snag your spot quick!