Ruff Athletics Facility

08/24/2026

Jelly was practicing her boxes at the flyball tournament this weekend! She had a great time and did an awesome job!

Thank you, Christine for the videos!

https://youtube.com/shorts/QezaLUJYgVM?si=hF3GIMnPS5q0oiWM

08/11/2026

📢 LOST
..the ability to keep track of items. 🤪

Wouldn't it be nice to locate that lost item in the park?
-sun glasses
-kids gloves
-keys..the list goes on.

Come on out for a fun and informative seminar introducing your dog to the skill of finding list articles!

FINALLY, a super practical trick! 🤣

Join me on my BIRTHDAY 🎂 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH and teach your dog how to search for lost items from MONA SHAW of NS!

08/11/2026

❓Do you want your dog to do behaviours without the need to FOLLOW food?

❓Would you like your dog to be more motivated and resilient to learn new things?

❓Are you interested in bettering your training skills and strengthening your bond with your dog?

If you answered ✅YES to any of these questions, then this is a workshop you DO NOT want to miss!!

The magic of shaping is an incredible thing to experience with your dog! 🥰

🫶🏼That moment when it "clicks" and the whole room cheers the success.
🫶🏼The sense of joy and accomplishment on your dog's face.
🫶🏼The ability to understand your dog's thought process and efficiently help them problem solve to achieve new behaviours - faster.

💥SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH 1-3pm

Registration will open soon!

08/05/2026

**ATTENTION STUDENTS**
NO CLASSES TONIGHT

It's simply too hot! Stay cool tonight!
A make up lesson will happen on
Wednesday September 2nd.

07/10/2026

Last night, a few RUFF AF Community Members got together for a casual but fun night out to the Crooked River Distillery here in Memramcook. It's such a gorgeous property!

Make sure it's on your summer bucket list! BONUS, they're dog friendly!

07/06/2026

Today is the LAST DAY to get the early registration discount on the PUPPY class that starts next Monday!

Don't delay! Take advantage of this deal!

www.ruffaf.com/register/puppies/

07/06/2026

As a COVID puppy, Shark Bait didn't get the same distraction training when growing up. While we still have improvements to make I'm SO PROUD of her!!

🎉 It's important to celebrate your achievements along the way.

This may seem like a small achievement to some, if you know Shark, this is a BIG DEAL! 🥰

🤩NICE WORK SHARKY-MALARKY!

06/25/2026

CLASSES STARTING AGAIN SOON!

Are you prepared??

Crumps are on sale on Amazon right now, super cheap! Stock up for the upcoming session!

Our Freeze Dried Beef Liver Mini Trainers are made from 100% Canadian Beef Liver. We start with federally inspected beef liver, cut it into bite-size mini cubes and freeze-dry it for optimum flavor and freshness. Dogs love this treat because of the delicious aroma from the freeze-dried chicken. T...

06/11/2026

Agility Level 2 last night was a lot of fun!

Contact training, weave training, one jump drills, and now, getting accustomed to working outside.

How cool is it that we can train outside until 9pm?!?!

Here's a quick video of Emilie and Echo rewarding startlines and practicing her stopped dogwalk while proofing motion and handling. 😍

05/19/2026

We've had Student Success Stories, but this one is an Instructor Highlight!

Last week was Week 1 for all our classes. Instructor Chloe head instructed the Obedience class on Saturday. Here is what one student had to say that evening after class:

"Hi, this message is for Chloe. First and most importantly, I absolutely LOVED the first class and it’s thanks to you! I’ve had dogs for 50 years and I’ve attended a few 6 week classes. You make it so easy to understand what we should be doing. THANK YOU!"

Well done, Chloe!!! You've always done a great job, but it's still nice to hear the positive feedback from our students!