Private Training

Experience the difference of personalized private training as our dedicated team creates a tailored approach to address your dog's specific needs.

Online Appointments Available

One-on-one private training

Life-long Resources
All our clients get lifelong access to our online client portal where you can access raw training videos for each step of our training system. Never get stuck between sessions! You'll always have online resources to support you and email/text support from your trainer. Behaviour modification clients will have lifelong access to text/email support for ongoing support to ensure long term success.
Real Life Application
Our training philosophy emphasizes practicality and real-life application. We understand that the ultimate goal is for your dog to be a well-behaved and confident companion in everyday situations. Therefore, our training sessions are designed to incorporate real-life scenarios, helping your dog generalize their skills and behaviors to the world outside the training environment.
Proven Results
We have taken dogs of all ages, breeds, sizes and temperaments through our training system with tangible results each and every time. Nervous dog? No problem. Fearful dog? We do it. Confident and aggressive dog? Just another day at Bark Brigade! Whether you have a happy go lucky puppy or a serious behavioural case, we have solutions. Dogs are easy, people are the hard part!

Programs

The Perfect Puppy

5 Lessons

$749

Our puppy training program focuses on avoiding common owner mistakes to set your dog up for success, getting off to the right start with crate/potty training and proper socialization and introducing the building blocks for our functional obedience system.

The goal of all our puppy programs obedience lessons are teaching your dogs the basics and making it as fun as possible! We'll teach you how to start structured play with your dog, how to get them loving working fore their food and ultimatley how to make them love working for you!

  • Crate Training
  • Potty Training
  • Leash Walking
  • Structured Play
  • Sit
  • Down
  • Place
  • Heel
  • Recall
  • Distraction training
  • Proper socialization
  • 10% off adult training programs
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On Leash Control

4 Lessons

$699

Is your walk awful? Does your dog pull you? Is having guests in the home a nightmare? This package will get you the basics and make your life with your dog enjoyable again.

We'll take your dog from zero to hero on leash and in the home with fundamental obedience skills and the ability to walk your dog anywhere no matter what's going on.

  • Structured Play
  • Eliminate leash pulling
  • Sit (on leash)
  • Down (on leash)
  • Place (on leash)
  • Heel (on leash)
  • Distraction training
  • Proper socialization
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Off Leash Control

6 Lessons

$999

For those who are seeking complete on and off leash obedience and a reliable off leash recall via e-collar training.

Want to take your dog anywhere and have them listen no matter what distractions are present in the environment? This is the package for you. Any breed, age or size, we've done it, and we can do it for your dog too.

  • Structured Play
  • Eliminate leash pulling
  • Sit (on and off leash)
  • Down (on and off leash)
  • Place (on and off leash)
  • Heel (on and off leash)
  • Recall
  • Distraction training
  • Proper socialization
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Behaviour Rehab

8 Lessons

$1199

For dogs with behavioural issues such as (but not limited to) reactivity, aggression, resource guarding, severe fear/anxiety, etc.

Our team will take your dog through our trialed and tested training system for functional obedience and address individual behavioural issues as needed.

  • Severe behavior modification
  • Eliminate leash pulling
  • Sit
  • Down
  • Place
  • Heel
  • Recall
  • Distraction training
  • Proper socialization
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If you are unsure about how many lessons you need, email or call us for advice!

One of our staff will let you know what package will get you where you need to be.

Gear list

Required gear for adult training programs

All the gear listed here is required for adult training programs. You are welcome to bring your own high quality gear, or purchase it from us in our store! We will only train dogs with reputable, high quality training tools.

Is you are unsure about gear sizes and brands, give us a call or come early to your first session. One of our staff will be happy help you out!

High Quality E-Collar (E-Collar Tech or Dogtra only) (Get it here)
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar (Get it here)
A Strong Leash (Get it here)
Long Line or Flexi Leash (20 - 30 ft) (Get it here)
Your dog's favorite toy (Get it here)
Food or Treats your dog loves

Frequently Asked Questions

Access the client portal.
24/7 ongoing support for you and your dog.

All clients get lifetime access to our client portal. New features and course content are added regularly.

Track your dogs progress.
Access trainer notes and report cards from your dog's training sessions.
Free online courses.
Get access to our library of courses and learning resources, free of charge for all clients.
Discussions Forum.
Ask us a question anytime and get help from other dog owners in our client-only discussion forum.
Don't take our word for it

Ask our clients and their dogs

Testimonials

“We did the 4-week board and train with Bark Brigade, and I would highly recommend them to anyone with a dog! They kept us updated weekly and posted lots of videos and pictures of our dog, Red, which gave us so much peace of mind while she was away. The progress she made during those weeks is nothing short of incredible. The team at Bark Brigade is amazing—professional, patient, and truly passionate about what they do. They not only focused on Red’s obedience, like leash walking, commands, and impulse control, but also ensured we were prepared to maintain that training at home. Red is now so much more confident, responsive, and a joy to take anywhere. We’re beyond happy with the results and can’t thank Bark Brigade enough for all their hard work. If you’re considering a board and train program for your dog, look no further—they are the best.”

Red
Sydney Chambers
Red - 1 year, 6 months old Rotti mix

“Courtney & Darian worked with my dog Stormi, and I and I cannot say enough good things about them! I had recently adopted Stormi when I brought her to them for training and we worked on obedience, confidence, and leash walking. I learned so much from them and so did my dog! :) 10/10 all around!”

Brittany Gouw
Stormi - 2 years, 7 months old Shepherd Mix

“I recently completed a 4-week board and train program for my 1-year-old golden retriever with Bark Brigade. Before the training, my dog struggled with pulling and not listening to commands during walks and a few other issues. However, thanks to Darian's exceptional training, my dog has shown remarkable improvement. Throughout the program, I received regular updates, including 24-hour and weekly reports, which kept me informed about my dog's progress. The Bark Brigade client portal is an invaluable resource, offering helpful videos and resources for ongoing training. Additionally, the post-training support provided by Bark Brigade is outstanding. With various training options available, I highly recommend Bark Brigade to anyone in need of dog training.”

Sheru
Jaspreet Badesha
Sheru - 1 year, 10 months old Golden Retriever

“We recently brought our 6-month-old Bernedoodle to Darian for a 4-week board and train program. The experience was exceptional! Our dog learned obedience training and perfected off-leash e-collar training. Since coming home, we’ve been able to maintain his training with ease. We’ve already enjoyed numerous off-leash hikes and bike rides together, thanks to the solid foundation Bark Brigade provided. Highly recommend their services for anyone looking to train their dog!”

Bernie
Ashley Mckay
Bernie - 1 year, 4 months old Bernedoodle

“We are long time dog owners, multiple breeds over the years but have always chosen to rescue. This is our first puppy and right away we noticed strange behavioural issues. After numerous attempts at traditional training and many months of stress and frustration, we were truly at wits end not knowing what else we could do, we came across Darian and Bark Brigade. Were a good 3 hours away but after reading the reviews and speaking with Darian we decided to give it a shot. We just picked up Zoey after her board and train and are simply astonished at the transformation. We know that Zoey will always battle with some of the genetic traits she’s been dealt but we now have the tools and understanding to give her the most balanced and enjoyable life possible. A million thanks and can’t recommend this great team enough!”

Zoey
Jo Gould
Zoey - 1 year, 7 months old Golden Doodle

“I'm forever grateful to Darian at Bark Brigade, ( Dog Training ) in Calgary for transforming my dog Simba's behavior and saving our bond. After a terrifying resource guarding incident left me with stitches and on the brink of euthanizing Simba due to his uncontrollable behavior, I was at a loss. Despite recommendations from others, including Simba's former vet, to let him go, Darian confidently assured me that he could teach me the tools to address Simba's issues. Through 10 private classes tailored to Simba's specific needs, Darian expertly guided me in addressing resource guarding, leash pulling, and boundary setting, all while considering Simba's size, strength, and speed. The remarkable transformation is a testament to Darian's exceptional expertise, professionalism, and dedication. Simba, once a handful, is now a completely different dog, and I couldn't be happier. Darian's support and guidance helped me navigate the darkest moments, and I'm thrilled to have a strong, loving relationship with my furry companion. If you're struggling with your dog's behavior, look no further than Bark Brigade and Darian's compassionate, effective approach. Five stars aren't enough - I'd give ten if I could!”

Simba
Juliana Orengo
Simba - 2 years old Pyrenees/Maremma sheepdog

Get in touch

Contact us today to inquire about our services, availability, or to book a consultation.

Address
199 Douglasbank Mews SE, Calgary Alberta, Canada
Telephone
+1 (250) 588-6941
Email
contact@barkbrigade.ca