About Raintown Dog Training

“When looking for a trainer to help with Ollie, it was important for me to find a positive, science-based trainer that keeps up with the latest dog training research. Extremely pleased with the work we did with Kris in 1 on 1 sessions.

After going through our goals (reactivity and recall), she helped me put together all the knowledge and come up with a concrete training plan, improved my training mechanics and make break-throughs on some of the training plateaus.”

“Kris and team are amazing dog trainers and we really enjoyed attending Puppy Kindergarten with our toller pup River.

River benefited from the socialization with the other puppies during the play part of the classes and also practicing her sit, stay, loose leash walking, leave it etc with other puppies and distractions around her was really beneficial to her training.

Kris ensures that every training tip she shares with the class is fully understood and takes the time to answer any questions you might have as a puppy owner, both during class and also around the classes via email and on Instagram.

We have really enjoyed the classes as puppy owners and found River has greatly benefited from her style of training, so much so that we’ve signed up for the next set of classes! Can’t wait to continue with Raintown Dog Training :)”

“My partner and I are first time puppy parents and we can't thank Raintown enough for all the support, validation, care and help they have given to not just our puppy but also to us.

Having a space where we can ask questions, feel heard, understand our pups body language and learn new skills and tricks to help handle the moodiest of puppies has been such a comfort. We look forward to our weekly puppy classes almost as much (if not more) than our dog herself.

Thank you to the whole team for helping us along the way, seriously, we love you!”

“It takes a village to raise a puppy and Raintown is a definite village leader. Professional, personable, caring, patient and loving. That is the only way to describe Rhi and Bern…Puppies are matched in socials to ensure safety. I recommend lessons be combined with the puppy socials…The team makes each puppy and person matter.

The best, I have seen shy puppies light up and nervous parents learn to read their puppy. Puppies and owners alike grow their confidence. Puppies learn positive socialization and behaviour skills. Parents learn how to support and guide their puppies' learning and development.

So thank you for what you all do and the passion and care you put into your work. You make a difference in the lives of puppies and us puppy parents.”

“We absolutely love the Raintown team! Big credit goes to Bern and Rhi for how well our puppy, Gus, has been growing and learning.

The classes are small, with a very knowledgeable team and really great follow up that makes training on your own easy. We’ve done puppy kindergarten and basic training one. We’re about to sign up for basic training two and will continue to go as Gus gets bigger.

For new puppy parents that need to socialize their pups, get answers to their questions, and feel confident with training, we highly recommend the Raintown team.”

“I have been searching for the perfect dog training class for my pups for years until I found Raintown Dog Training.

Throughout their Basic Behaviour and Manners course, my pups and I have grown to understand one another and build an unbreakable bond. They love coming to class every week and are always eager to apply what they have learnt in their daily routine.

I cannot thank Raintown enough for all their great work! I highly encourage every furry parents to attend Raintown with their fur babies as their staff are by far the best trainers I have met in Vancouver. If there is anyone who is still on the quest for finding a dog training school, look no further, Raintown is the place to be!”

“If you have or are expecting a puppy in Vancouver, you must add these classes to your to-do list. This became our puppy, MJ’s happiest night of the week!

He not only socialized with other puppies in a safe and controlled environment, he learned and trained alongside them calmly (learned he does not always need to interact). We also learned how to keep him and other dogs safe and comfortable when playing together.

We learned so many helpful tips on the mechanics of training which we’ve seen make huge differences in how well he learns at home. Both MJ and us as owners are happier and more confident. This is a safe space to bring your questions and puppy-specific training concerns.

We will be attending more socials and classes as our puppy grows up. Thank you to Kris, Dana, and all other trainers at Raintown! ❤️”

“We just finished the emergency recall workshop and it was great!

I really appreciated the small class and how the lessons were well planned and detailed instructions were given.

Pic is our dog at the last class on the beach, and she did so well! 😊

Thank you so much Raintown Dog Training team.”

“We can’t recommend this team enough for new puppy owners. We've completed Puppy Kindergarten, one-on-one walking classes, and Basic Manners 1, and without their guidance and support, we would have been completely lost.

Raintown’s approach of structured, positive reinforcement training has worked wonders. They taught us how to manage her excitement and create a calm, focused walking routine. Now, walks are enjoyable for both of us, and Penny is much more controlled in social situations. Though we are still working on squirrels :)

The team at Raintown are highly skilled, regulated trainers with a wealth of knowledge and experience. They genuinely care about both the pups and their humans, creating a supportive learning environment. The safe socialization exercises have helped Penny and us learn the doggy signs and cues, we've seen such positive changes in her behaviour.

Thank you, Raintown team, for your support and for giving us the tools to help Penny thrive!”

“Let me count the ways Saber and I love Raintown. We started with puppy socials when he was just 9 weeks old and it was a game changer - helping him learn bite inhibition, how to interact with other doggies and with the added bonus of completing exhausting his little mind and body for about 24 hours!!

Then we did Puppy Kindergarten and both learned a ton, followed by Basic Manners (level 1). The team are so open and caring and helpful and knowledgeable - in person they'll answer any questions before, during and after class, and apparently you can send them endless emails and still get a thoughtful, kind and helpful response. :)

Honestly can't say enough about how great they are. Thank you all!!”