Our dog training group classes
Our dog training group classes are designed to help your dog develop strong obedience skills in a structured and positive environment. Each group class combines effective learning with the chance for your canine companion to socialize, grow, and build confidence. Classes are offered in small groups, ensuring personalized guidance from our certified instructors who specialize in canine behaviour.
Group training runs over 6 weeks, with one-hour lessons scheduled on weeknights or Saturday mornings. The cost is $260 per package, plus tax. Each lesson includes practical exercises that you can cover at home, helping your dog build skills step by step.
For clients who want a more tailored approach, you can add two private training sessions to your group training program for just $70 each. This winning combo ensures a perfect balance of group socialization and one-on-one attention.
Winning Combo!
You can add 2 private courses to your group session for only $75 each!
What are the benefits of dog training group classes?
Joining group dog training classes offers valuable benefits for both dog owners and their pups. Not only do dogs learn essential basic obedience, but they also practice these skills around other dogs in a supportive class environment.
These courses are designed to help every participant, whether beginner or more advanced, gain confidence in real-life situations such as walks together, polite greetings, or household manners. With positive reinforcement and humane training techniques, we ensure that every dog’s behaviour improves in a way that’s lasting and enjoyable.
Kindergarten group classes for puppies
Our puppy kindergarten group class is a perfect start for young dogs between 10 weeks and 5 months. These sessions focus on social skills, desensitization to noises, and building good manners. By introducing basic skills early, you help your puppy avoid future behavioural struggles.
During this group class, your puppy will learn:
This foundational stage is crucial because a lack of socialization can lead to reactivity and other long-term issues. By enrolling your pup in our group training, you ensure they grow into a confident and well-behaved companion.
266 $
6 lessons of 1 hour
Level one group dog training class
Our level one group dog training class builds a foundation of basic obedience. Dogs will practice with a leash and learn to respond to the following commands: sit, down, stand, heel, stay, and come. Extended sit and down exercises are also included to develop patience and impulse control.
This beginner course focuses on loose leash walking and introduces owners to effective training techniques. Through positive reinforcement, your dog learns to remain calm and attentive, even in a class environment filled with distraction.
266 $
6 lessons of 1 hour
Level two group dog training class
The level two group training program takes your dog’s learning to the next level. Building on the obedience classes from level one, exercises are now practiced off-leash. Long-distance recall, sit, and down from a distance are emphasized to strengthen reliability in real-life situations.
This course helps dog owners refine communication with their pets and ensures smooth transfer of learned behaviours from the training area to everyday life. By working closely with your trainer, your dog will gain more advanced control and improved focus, no matter the distraction.
266 $
6 lessons of 1 hour
Advanced group dog training class level three
Our advanced group dog training class level three is designed for dogs that have completed the earlier levels and are ready for complex challenges. This program covers advanced obedience classes, including off-leash handling, hand signals to replace verbal cues, and advanced loose leash walking.
Dogs practice in both indoor and outdoor settings, simulating real-life situations to ensure confidence in every environment. Advanced skills such as impulse control during dog sport activities, extended heel, and trick training are also introduced.
The class environment is supportive, structured, and designed to help each participant become a truly well-behaved and confident companion.
266 $
6 lessons of 1 hour
Pricing and registration for group classes
All of our group training courses are structured in 6-week programs at $266 per class package. Each program is designed to meet the needs of both dogs and owners, ensuring clear progress through subsequent levels.
Registration is simple. Clients can sign up online or contact our team for an assessment to determine which obedience class best suits their dog’s training needs. Refund policies, duration, and class sizes are clearly outlined to prioritize your experience.
From puppy kindergarten to advanced obedience, our group dog training classes give your canine the structure, skills, and confidence they need to thrive. With small class sizes, expert trainers, and programs designed to help each dog build a strong foundation, you can help your dog succeed in every stage of learning.
266 $
6 lessons of 1 hour
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Group Dog Classes: FAQ
If you want to strengthen the bond with your dog and ensure solid basic obedience, our experienced trainers will accompany you during the group dog classes. Therefore, we will answer the most frequently asked questions about our group dog classes.
We will also present you with a practical toolbox to guide you in your learning.
Why is kindergarten important?
Puppy kindergarten classes are a crucial step in the education of your four-legged friend. Combining socialization, notions of cleanliness, learning good manners (do not bite, do not jump on people, do not bark ...) and obedience, these group classes for younger dogs constitute a solid foundation for the development of a balanced and happy dog!
Can my dog take group classes if he is not sociable?
Yes, your dog can attend group classes even if he is not social. However, it is crucial to choose a group dog class that is suited to his obedience level and behavior.
For this, we offer a free behavioral assessment of your dog to determine if he will be able to join group classes immediately or if a few private lessons will be necessary to start.
Group dog classes are a great experience to socializedifficult dogs with other animals under the supervision of a caring dog trainer. If you need help, our dog trainers will be happy to guide you in choosing the right group course for your dog.
What is the recommended age for group dog classes?
Group dog training is generally recommended as early as10 weeks of agefor puppies, and obedience-specific training is recommended from 5 months of age. Plus, it's never too late to learn, and older dogs can still start learning.
This minimum age will allow your canine companion to follow instructions more easily and develop basic skills. An attentive dog will be more receptive to training organized by dog trainers.
We also offer training specially designed for “teenage dogs”, namely dogs aged six months to two years. Finally, adult dogs can also take group classes, although they may require more time to learn.
For quality group dog classes, contact the Centre Canin Des Ruisseaux
Contact the Centre Canin des Ruisseaux for group dog classes. Based in Laval since 1979, our experienced trainers use positive and reasoned reinforcement methods thanks to our educational boarding. Your dog will be the ideal companion you have always dreamed of!
We offer classes for all sizes of dogs and all levels: from kindergarten for puppies, for adolescent dogs and for adult dogs. Our training is also adapted to the needs of a more difficult dog for a beautiful bond with your faithful companion!