Training

WildFree Canine’s mission is to to achieve balance between human and dog and to create the most natural environment for canines living in the human world. We offer a wide variety of training sessions to achieve this mission, including: Puppy Classes, Puppy Socialization Classes, Basic Training Sessions, and WildFree Canine’s signature training sessions at the WildFree Farm (Canine Etiquette Course, Leash Walking Bootcamp, Smarty Pants Leash Walking Course).

The approach Jax takes in her training sets her apart from traditional puppy classes or obedience classes, as she hones in on the specific problem areas where dogs exhibit undesirable behaviours. If a dog is showing dominance issues at their home, she believes the best place to address and practice a calm state of mind is within that environment ie. the home. Similarly, for aggression or insecurity problems at the park or during walks, anxiety in the car, or overexcitement and obsessive barking when people visit the home, Jax tailors her training to address these situations directly.

Unlike some trainers who rely on preventative training methods, such as using physical barriers, Jax prefers to work with the dog's energy, redirecting their focus and interrupting inappropriate states of mind. Her teaching methodology revolves around understanding how dogs perceive and respond to body language and energy cues. Jax emphasizes the importance of clarity in communication with the dog, highlighting that without clear instructions, expecting obedience becomes unrealistic.

Through consistent repetitions and structured scenarios, Jax guides both dogs and their owners in achieving a calm state of mind. Employing natural methods of correction and leadership, Jax empowers owners to effectively guide their dogs to accept, avoid, and remain attentive in various situations. Her ultimate goal is to foster a harmonious relationship between the dog and their owners, built on understanding, trust, and mutual respect.

Training Options

Want to raise a balanced dog, just like Jax’s pack? The answer is to start as young as possible with the right energy and body language. In the Puppy Start Private Class Jax works with you and your new puppy on her signature ‘Shadowing’ technique. Shadowing is an exercise that involves creating trust between you and your pup.

Puppy Start Private Classes

 Are you looking for a fun experience for your new puppy to learn how to socialize with other dogs safely and positively? The Puppy Socialization Class is the perfect option! Jax works with you and your puppy on how to safety interact with other dogs and how to communicate with one another by using energy and body language.

Puppy Socialization Class

In WildFree’s Basic Training Sessions Jax teaches you and your dog (8+ months old) how to work together as partners using energy and body language rather than equipment. Her teaching methodology revolves around understanding how dogs perceive and respond to body language and energy cues

Basic Training Sessions

This service is targeted to help dogs who are reactive or have behavioural issues.Your pup will stay at the WildFree farm for 4 weeks. During this 4 week stay, your pup will learn confidence building exercises, interactive skill exercises, house training, learning how to accept and avoid distractions, looking to the human for direction rather than reacting negatively, patiently and attentively walking centred behind the human, and more.

Also included are 6 human training sessions held at your home

Canine Etiquette Course

This service is targeted to help dogs, with no behavioural issues, learn how to walk on leash. Your pup will stay at the WildFree farm for 2 weeks. During this 2 week stay, your pup will learn leash walking, looking to the human for direction, patiently and attentively walking centred behind the human.

Also included are 6 human training sessions held at the WildFree farm.

Leash Walking Bootcamp

Smarty Pants Leash Walking Course

This service is targeted to help dogs who pick up on training quickly, with no behavioural issues, learn how to walk on leash. Your pup will stay at the WildFree farm for 1 week1. During this 1 week stay, your pup will learn leash walking, looking to the human for direction, patiently and attentively walking centred behind the human.

Also included are 3 human training sessions held at the WildFree farm.