Our Day school programs provide a range of options from Life School for dog's not ready to Socialize in groups to Ed.U.Play for social dogs that need a little help regulating in groups. We can even Add On small learning sessions to your regular daycare and boarding Stays. At Chasin' Tails we take education seriously.
Training Daycare is a structured alternative for intact dogs six months and older, as well as dogs who are not currently able to participate successfully in our Open Care Program. It provides a more controlled and predictable environment with additional guidance from our staff, allowing each dog to participate at a pace suited to their individual needs.
The program focuses on smaller group interactions, appropriate breaks, and a structured daily routine. This can benefit dogs who find a large open-care environment overwhelming or who need more support managing their energy and social interactions. To participate, dogs must still be safe and comfortable in a small group with at least three other dogs. This allows them to enjoy social time in a supportive and manageable setting.
Day School Training
Open Care Program
Our Open Care Program helps dogs with minor behavioural challenges build the skills they need to succeed in a group-care environment. Training focuses on regulating arousal, taking appropriate breaks, and responding to their name.
During the first few sessions, a trainer works directly with your dog to introduce and strengthen these skills. If your dog needs fewer distractions, training may take place in a quieter area of the facility. Once the foundation skills are established, the trainer begins transferring the cues and handling techniques to our bay staff, helping your dog use their new skills consistently throughout the day.
Add-On Programs
Looking to get something extra out of your dog’s Free-Play, Open Care, Training Daycare or private kennel experience? Our Training Day School options include two 20-minute training sessions each day.
Coordination, Body Awareness and Tricks – Give your dog a fun break while building confidence, balance, coordination and comfort with new objects and environments. This is especially beneficial for puppies developing body awareness and senior dogs maintaining strength and mobility.
Free Work and Sensory Garden – Help your dog slow down, explore and practise self-regulation through scent, textures, sounds and movement. This is a great option for dogs who feel nervous, overwhelmed or need more time to become comfortable working with staff.
Grooming and Veterinary Conditioning – Help your dog become more comfortable with grooming, health checks and veterinary handling. Our trainers gradually build positive associations before transferring the skills to the appropriate staff members.
Walkies – Give your dog some individual time away from the facility with a trainer-led sniff walk in the community. This option is ideal for long-term boarding dogs and dogs who prefer human companionship. A properly fitted martingale collar, harness and safety attachment are required.
Does Your Dog Need Training and Playtime?
We have options to entertain and educate your furry friend.
