13383 4th Line, Acton, Ontario L7J 2M1, Canada
Group Training Classes
Our Training Philosophy
We strive to provide a fun, low stress environment for our dogs to learn in. We believe training should be enjoyable for both dog and human through reward based training methods.
Please note that any dog who shows aggressive behavior towards people or other dogs are not permitted in class. Please contact us if you are not sure whether your dog would be a good fit.
Meet Our Trainer
Daniella RVT, KPA-CTP, Elite Fear Free and Low Stress Handling Certified
Daniella Zamora is a Registered Veterinary Technician and is a Certified Trainer through the Karen Pryor Academy. Daniella has been working with animals for over a decade and has always had a big passion for behavior. She considers herself a life long student and is always taking time to stay up to date on new training methods. She enjoys teaching clients how to meet their dog’s needs and live harmoniously together. She has helped many people tackle common and complex behavioral problems with their dogs. She is fascinated in the relationships between health and behavior and takes a holistic approach to behavior health.
Daniella enjoys spending time with her two dogs in nature and participating in a handful of dog sports. She shares her home with her 3 cats and 2 dogs.
*NEW* Puppy Drop Ins
No weekly commitment needed. Don't wait to give your puppy the opportunity to be exposed to people and other dogs of similar ages. 25 minute sessions lead by a certified trainer where your puppy will have an opportunity to learn, explore and play.
Here at Blue Springs Animal Rehab Center, we are committed to providing safe and fun socialization experiences. It is recommended that puppies have safe socialization experiences prior to finishing their vaccines however most people find this hard to plan on their own. Let us do the planning for you so you and your puppy can come and experience the benefits of socialization. Early socialization has been linked to preventing behavior problems such as fearfulness and aggression. For more information about the benefits of early socialization please see the position statement by the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior.
Puppy Drop in's will be held on Monday nights (No holidays). There will be two groups to accommodate different aged puppies $20 (plus tax) /drop in - No weekly commitment needed. No packages are available at the moment, but we want to thank our committed clients by gifting them a free drop in after 4 purchased sessions. Buy 4 get your 5th drop in for free!
Monday's 5:30-5:55: Puppies 7- 16 weeks ( For puppies that are not fully vaccinated)
Please note that your puppy will need to be dewormed and have at least one set of vaccines. Any puppy that is vomiting, coughing, or having diarrhea will not be allowed to attend class.
Monday's 6:15-6:40: Puppies 16-24 weeks (puppies must be fully vaccinated)
Any puppy that is vomiting, coughing, or having diarrhea will not be allowed to attend class.
Although their primary socialization period is over, puppies can still benefit from safe opportunities to engage with other dogs and people. This class is specially designed for slightly older puppies.
Please note:
- All first time customers must fill out this form to enroll: New Patients Group Train (bluespringsanimalrehab.com)
- Classes are first come first serve with the option to enroll in multiple weeks at a time.
- Classes will need at least 2 puppies to run and may be cancelled if there are not enough puppies enrolled.
- Class cancellation will be reported 24 hours before classes are schedules to run.
Basic Manners
All of our dogs will benefit from learning basic skills to help them navigate the world. It’s never too late to train your dog. Come join us and learn how to teach your dog foundation behaviors such as sit, laydown, stay, come and settle on a mat and walking nicely on leash. No previous training experience required. This class was developed for dogs 4+ months old. You wont regret learning how to train your dog and have the opportunity to practice these skills in a class environment.
Who can join? Friendly dogs 4 months + (dogs must be fully up to date on vaccines including DA2pp, Rabies, and Bordetella)
Monday nights from 6:45-7:45 pm
6 x 1 hour classes
First week will be a dog free introduction class
Fear Free Visits
It is important that our pets feel comfortable during vet visits and for basic husbandry and grooming care. Fear free visits are personalized one on one visits to change any underlying feelings that may come with handling and veterinary care. You will work with our certified trainer to come up with a plan that helps you and your pet get closer to your goals.
We will work at your pet's speed to change their feelings and teach them to opt into treatment by using fun and easy reward based training techniques. Some of the goals may include, but are not limited to, things such as nail trims, administering medications or ear cleanings, muzzle training and more.
"We are eternally thankful for Daniella and her animal care expertise! Not only did we learn practical skills, like how to cooperatively trim our dog Louie’s nails, clean his ears, and how to handle him for vet visits, but working with her helped us build a strong, communicative relationship with him. Daniella brings an extensive knowledge built on her unique experiences that makes her a valuable person and resource."
-Megan and Louie
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