Canicross/Canihike Workshop

Service Description

Learn all about this fun team sport with your dog! We cover gear & safety, how to teach your dog to pull, groundwork including directional cues & emergency cues, and more! Not a runner? No problem! This workshop covers how to get started with hiking OR trail running with your dog. 2hrs per workshop Location: North Glenmore Park Time: 9:00am-11:00pm Cost: $80 (GST included) Note that this class is weather dependent due to being outdoors. If postponed due to weather, efforts will be made to reschedule to a date and time that works for all attendees.  ​Gear: Comfortable harness (required), canicross belt, bungee leash, regular 6ft leash, water bottle & water bowl, variety of treats. If you do not have gear already please let us know for availability so that you can borrow for the session!  Requirements: As with any group class, rabies and DA2PP vaccines are required. Maximum 5 dogs per session. It is recommended that your dog has completed a basic manners class prior to attending and be reasonably social with people and other dogs. Note that this class is currently not suitable for reactive dogs however dog-selective dogs are welcome to attend as the nature of these sports avoids dog to dog meeting on leash. Please message us if you are uncertain that the class is the right fit.  Flexi leashes, choke, prong and e-collars are not permitted in this class - please message us for options and help transitioning to other gear for the session!