Outdoor Life Skills

Our Outdoor Life Skills program is a drop-in class designed to help you and your dog thrive in real-world settings. Held at Fairy Lake in Newmarket, this series blends personalized training with practical, everyday skills:

• Learn reliable recall, loose leash walking, and polite social behaviour

• Build confidence and focus in outdoor environments through structured exercises

• Understand canine body language and communication for better connection

• Enjoy personalized guidance from certified, experienced trainers

• Take home valuable handouts and tools to support continued learning

Spots are limited and must be reserved in advance!

Week 1: Foundation of Trust & Engagement
Build focus, connection, and confidence in new outdoor environments.

Week 2: Natural Recall & Freedom Training
Teach reliable recall using motivation and voluntary engagement.

Week 3: Loose Leash Walking & Environmental Awareness
Promote calm, confident walking with real-world distractions.

Week 4: Social Skills & Canine Communication
Support polite greetings and safe dog-to-dog interactions.

Week 5: Confidence in Unstructured Environments
Encourage independence and calm behavior in unpredictable spaces.

Week 6: Real-World Application & Adventure Training
Put it all together in real-life park and trail scenarios.