Get started on games based training by joining the sexier than a squirrel challenge. This 25 day challenge introduces you to the power of playing games with your dog, makes your dog choose you (as apposed to all the distractions around them), connects you with like minded people and is just a lot of fun….

For a free, personal planning session, contact Sharan at sharanmanship.dog@gmail.com In person one-on-one sessions from $55 (reduced rate packages available depending on customized plan). Zoom sessions also available. Group training sessions coming soon.

Sharan is a certified Pro Dog Trainer*, located in South Surrey, British Columbia. Sharan discovered the magic of games based training after she adopted Ruby. “When we brought Ruby home, we were expecting the high energy, chewing, barking and general naughtiness that comes with being a puppy. We were not prepared for the anxiety related…

This is the section we will include information about games based training In games based training, games are designed to target specific concepts to change the way your dog behaves. For example “disengagement” games teach your dog to ignore the cat that just walked by. “Arousal” games help your dog manage their levels of energy….

Testimonials Heather C. Zephyr and I needed to brush-up on basic dog manners and obedience but I dreaded the prospect of committing to another dull ‘dog manners 101’ class. I really couldn’t accept the idea of using measures like ‘behaviour modification collars’ and I certainly didn’t want to become ‘that person at the dog park…