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Owned and operated by one of Calgary's only Certified Pet Dog Trainers (CPDT-KSA) and Certified Behaviour Consultant Canines (CBCC-KA), Dogma is the place to visit for all your dog education, training and product needs. At Dogma, we know that real dog training is about relationship building. It's about communicating with your four-legged companion, building a relationship based on mutual respect and learning together. It's positive, it's peaceful and, yes, it's productive. We offer day school, group classes, and private training. Our dog day school and training facilities are based on the same philosophy; in an environment where you are both comfortable, you will unleash your dog's spirit and build a happy life together.

10/11/2026

There’s a lot to be thankful for this season and KinderPup Dakota is pretty high on that list. 🧡🤎

Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving from all of us at Dogma. 🍂

10/09/2026

In 2014 I got a call asking me to join the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) board.

I took it on the side of the road on holiday. I agreed to fly to Kentucky two days later, knowing I had a large event that weekend. It was a whirlwind.

I had been a member since 2008 and attended my first conference in 2009. I fell in love immediately. The learning, the sharing, the community of people who wanted to elevate the profession.

Being appointed in 2014 and elected in 2015 was an honour. What struck me most was the professionalism and collaborative spirit of the group. They were impressed by what I had built at Dogma and the Academy. They wanted to work together and help the industry grow.

It was the first time I had sat in a room of peers who operated that way.

One thing became clear: Canadians are consistently underestimated in this industry. Left out of conversations despite being quite progressive in dog training. I made it my business to change that.

Being elected Chair, and the first Canadian to hold that role, was one of the greatest honours of my career. It was 2018, APDT’s 25th anniversary year, and I got to celebrate with past chairs at conference. An incredible group of people.

I also had the honour of introducing Temple Grandin at conference - a moment I won’t forget.

The work I’m most proud of was helping push the organization to take a stronger stance on training methods and develop joint standards of practice and a code of ethics. There had been hesitation. I believed we needed to be leaders, not followers. It’s now a core value of the organization.

It was a volunteer role and I’m grateful for all it taught me. It helped solidify my belief that community is an integral part of success in our industry. That a growth mindset and supporting one another will lead to greater things. And that advocating for how our dogs are trained is still vital.

I try to encourage others to participate, volunteer, or support our professional organizations. They do so much with very little praise and are the driving force toward professionalism, standards, and real change. We’ve got some big things happening on the Canadian side that I will share next.

10/07/2026

Jules is having so much fun enjoying a play break and exploring the fall setup in the puppy sensory garden. Seasonal enrichment in their outdoor space gives our KinderPups lots of space and time to build confidence and explore outside!

10/07/2026

🎃 IT’S OFFICIAL: HOWL-O-WEEN IS COMING TO DOGMA! 👻

On October 31st, we’re bringing back our Howl-o-ween Haunted House and this one is exclusively for Dogma Members!

Bring your dog (and the family!) for a Halloween experience packed with themed activity stations, training games, treats, new tricks, photo opportunities and plenty of spooky fun. Costumes are encouraged for dogs and humans, but always optional. 🦇

And because we want every dog to have a chance to join in, we’re offering two separate experiences:

🕸 Reactive Dog Session | 10:00–11:00 am
A slower, carefully controlled experience specifically for dogs who need more time and space. Numbers are capped, the environment will be predictable, and there will be no surprise dog encounters.

☠ General & Puppy Session | 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Explore the Howl-o-ween fun while working on focus, engagement, socialization, confidence and training skills in a whole new environment.

MEMBERS ONLY • TICKETS REQUIRED
🐾 Reactive: $45 Early Bird | $55 after October 17
🐾 General/Puppy: $10 Early Bird | $15 after October 17

Tickets are per dog, with additional dogs from the same household available to add at checkout.

Early Bird pricing ends October 17 so grab your tickets at https://bit.ly/3PxcQJ5 and start planning those costumes! 🧙‍♀️

10/07/2026

A crate is not a punishment. It is one of the most valuable things you can teach your puppy to love.

Most people hear "crate training" and think confinement. But that's not what it is when it's done well. A dog who truly loves their crate has a place that is entirely their own. A place where they can settle, rest, and feel safe.

And that matters more than most people realize - not just at home, but throughout their entire life: vet stays, grooming, travel, and emergencies. The ability to be alone without distress. A dog who has never learned to be comfortable confined is a dog who is vulnerable the moment life requires it of them. And life will require it of them.

Here's what we also know: real crate training takes real work. It's gradual and deliberate. It requires reading the dog, adjusting the pace, and putting in the time every single day. At Dogma, our team invests significantly in making sure every dog in our care is comfortable and not just contained. We monitor rest quality. We ensure confinement is never stressful. We do the quiet work that most people never see.

"Cage free" sounds compassionate. But a dog loose in a chaotic environment with no structure and no genuine rest is not a dog who is thriving. They are a dog who is coping.

Swipe through for what crate training is really about and what it takes to do it well.

10/02/2026

KinderPups are bringing the Friday energy! What better way to head into the weekend than a little ball pit playtime? These pups are having a blast bouncing, exploring, and showing off their best zoomies before clocking out for the weekend.

10/02/2026

Your Dogma membership is more than a class. It's a whole community behind you and your dog.

Here's what's included every single month as a member:

🎓 Member Seminars: educational learning to keep you growing
📺 Live-Streaming Classes: watch live from anywhere
💬 Training Support: instant messaging access to our trainers
📱 Video Library: hundreds of training videos available 24/7
📋 Handouts & Guides: resources to support you at home
👥 Online Community: connect, ask questions, and learn alongside other Dogma families
💻 Webinars & Learning: access to a variety of topics
🏷️ Member Pricing: exclusive pricing on services, events & more

And this October, here's what's on the calendar included free with your membership:

🐾 Better Together Seminar*: October 4th at 4:00 pm
🎃 Trick or Training Class: October 18th at 9:00 am
💬 Live Training Support: October 19th at 6:30 pm

October is packed and it's all yours as a member. 🐾

*Registration required at https://bit.ly/4h7znHh

10/02/2026

Mya lived most of her life in Duke's shadow and she was content to let him.

She was an easy dog. Selective with her affection but deeply loyal once she gave it. An athlete who could clear any fence, and only tried once, after a cat, before quickly giving up the chase. She listened, she settled easily and she was just a good dog.

When we lost Duke, we worried about her. They had been together her whole life and we weren't sure how she'd navigate things without him. We were surprised at how easily she transitioned. She started sleeping in, eating at a leisurely pace, and napping more during the day. We watched her settle in ways we hadn't seen before and realized how content she was when she wasn't alert with what the other animals were doing.

We decided to let her enjoy her golden years as the only animal in the house. It was the right call and she thrived. We enjoyed almost 6 more years with her. She didn't start slowing down until after 5.

The golden years of our dogs are a privilege. The slower walks, more cuddles, and months of sleeping on the couch with her when she got restless at night. The anticipatory grief of those final months is its own kind of love — exhausting and tender and worth every moment.

We lost Mya on September 20th, just over 1 year ago today.

We couldn't go back to bed that night so stayed on the couch and moved downstairs for a few months.

She was 15 and the last of our crew. Losing her meant losing the last piece of that whole chapter of our lives. The grief has been significant.

We aren't sure when we will get another dog. It's been over 20 years without a happy tail greeting us at the door.

Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is sit with your loss, honour what you had, and trust that you'll know when you're ready. For now, we spend our days with dogs that walk through our doors and love the joy and healing they bring.

Senior dogs give you so much if you let them. Slow down with them. Sleep on the couch. Stay up too late.

She taught me that the greatest gift you can give your dog is the freedom to be exactly who they are. And it's what I try to give every dog that comes through our doors.

Rest easy, sweet girl. 💜

09/30/2026

Most facilities are built for easy dogs. Dogs who slot comfortably into large groups, regulate well in high-stimulation environments, and don't need much individual attention. For those dogs, most places work fine.

But selective dogs, over-aroused dogs, fearful and reactive dogs, dogs building confidence around other dogs - these dogs need something different. And most facilities aren't set up to provide it.

We are. Small groups, certified trainers, continuous behavioural tracking, enrichment built into every day. Intact dogs managed thoughtfully. Dogs who need limited play or more rest,we can tailor the day. And if your dog has been getting worse somewhere else, that's worth a conversation. We assess every dog honestly.

Read the full post here: https://bit.ly/3VIHkKB

09/30/2026

Sadie, Ash and Potato are spending some time exploring a new object!

Activities like this are a great way to help our pups build confidence, curiosity, and comfort with new experiences. How cute they look doing it is just an added bonus!

Address

515/70 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2V0P5

Opening Hours

Monday	6:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	6:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	6:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday	6:30am - 6:30pm
Friday	6:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+14034525400

Website

http://www.dogmatraining.com/

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