Reactive to Relaxed Dog - Human Skills Class (FULL)


Reactive to Relaxed Dog - Human Skills Group Class  
For any dog considered 'Reactive' and is also perfect for Fearful, Anxious or Frustrated dogs too! 
(no prerequisite) 

Start date: Thursday, September 12, 2024 (No class on September 19th, to allow time to complete assigned week 1 homework)
End date: Thursday, October 10th , 2024 (Last class is a 60 Minute Virtual lesson to practice skills) 
Time: 6:15pm - 7:45pm 90 minutes +/-

There are NO DOGS FIRST CLASS.  
Selected Demo Dogs, >>>> non-human reactive <<<<, may be used in week's 2 and 3.

Your Instructor isCathie Tims, CPDT-KA, FFCP, Cert. Separation Anxiety Consultant
Certified Professional Dog Trainer. 

This Science & Reward Based Training class is 4 weeks in length 3 x 90 minute sessions, followed by 1 x 60 Minute virtual class for everyone to practice foundation skills taught over the 3 weeks.  

You’ll then be ready to join our ongoing bi-monthly outdoor New West Walk & Train Group for Reactive Dogs, where you will have opportunities to practice outdoors in a controlled setting, with others, just like you!   

Your First Walk & Train session is FREE! Additional sessions is by donation of a minimum $10.00. 

Throughout classes we will touch on these important subjects specific to Reactive dogs: 


  • Why dog's do what they do, and why concerning behaviours increase in intensity and frequency
  • Understanding what your dog is saying to you, ie body language
  • The critical roles of management, prevention, decompression 
  • Physical & Emotional health, yours as well as your dog

Please let us know if you'd like your dog to participate by emailing cathie@cathiescanineconnection.com 

  • Building trust and a joyful on leash connection, beginning with foundation skills
  • Emergency techniques when faced with triggers while on walks
  • Leash walking & recall pattern games
  • How to help your dog change it's emotional response to triggers, not always / only Counter Conditioning with food.

When you complete all 4 sessions of this program, you are eligible for one 60 minute private session with me at 50% off so you can practice the foundation skills  me in person.  

You’ll then be ready to join our ongoing bi-monthly, Walk & Train Reactive Dog group meet up, where you will have opportunities to practice outdoors in a controlled setting, with other dog guardians, just like you!   

Your First Walk & Train session is FREE! Additional sessions is by donation of a minimum $10.00. 

Cost: $225.00 plus tax
Location: Training Center - 305 Cedar Street,  New Westminster, BC
Questions, please email info@cathiescanineconnection.com

* We are unable to offer make up classes, please make arrangements to attend all classes.
  There are NO REFUNDS for unscheduled missed classes.