Professional Dog Training in and around Vancouver, BC — For Family Dogs, Working Dogs & Sport Dogs
Professional Balanced Dog Obedience Trainer
Looking for expert dog training near Vancouver, BC?
Ruffdog offers premium, results-driven training for puppies, family companions, sport dogs, and high-drive working breeds. Whether you need obedience, socialization, reactivity help, off-leash reliability, or advanced dog-sport coaching, our programs are designed to build confident, well-behaved dogs you can trust in real-world environments.
We specialize in balanced, fair, modern training methods to help dogs learn quickly, stay motivated, and thrive with their handlers.
Why Choose Ruffdog Training?
- ✔ Experienced trainers working with both family pets & competition dogs
- ✔ Customized training plans for your dog’s personality, age, and training level
- ✔ Support for active lifestyles — hikers, working dog owners, sport enthusiasts
- ✔ Private lessons, small group classes, and specialty sport coaching available
- ✔ Training built around real results — not gimmicks or trends
Serving Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey & the Fraser Valley including Langley, Mission, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam and Chilliwack
📩 Contact us today to book your first lesson or simply buy the Intro to Balanced Obedience course below. This course is the prerequisite for all other lessons at Ruffdog
Let’s build the partnership you’ve always wanted with your dog.
Our Dog Training Programs
🐾 Puppy Training (8 weeks – 6 months)
Build the foundation your puppy needs for life.
Includes: house training, crate training, socialization, engagement, leash skills, handling, recall introduction & confidence building.
🐕 Family Dog Obedience
For dogs of all ages needing structure, manners & reliability.
We focus on real-world behaviour, not just classroom skills.
Includes: loose-leash walking, sit/down/stay, recalls, calm behaviour, and greeting manners.
⚡ Reactivity, Fear & Behaviour Modification
For dogs struggling with barking, lunging, anxiety, or confidence issues.
Programs focus on communication, stability, and real progress.
How Training Works
- Step 1 — Initial Consultation and Intro to Balanced Dog Obedience: We meet your dog, discuss goals, learn theory and create a plan.
- Step 2 — Book ongoing Private Lessons or Packages: Hands-on training tailored to your dog’s needs.
- Step 3 — Consistency & Home Practice: We guide you through the entire process with clear instruction.
- Step 4 — Support & Follow-Up: We ensure both you and your dog succeed long after the lessons end.
Private Lessons and Packages
