The Dogma Difference

The Dogma Difference:

• The only facility where dogs are supervised 100% of the time by our team of certified dog trainers.
• Every Dogma dog starts their training journey with a one-on-one full day behaviour assessment with a senior trainer to ensure they’re placed in the best program for their specific needs
• We have the lowest dog-staff ratio with a max of 4 dogs per certified trainer.
• Safety first:
  • The dogs play naked (no equipment to prevent injury/choking)
  • The dogs are walked on a two-leash system (one to a collar and one to a harness) to prevent escape.
  • The trainers only walk a maximum of 2 dogs at a time.
• We send report cards after each visit that outline your dog's progress with socialization, obedience, handling, self-control and more.
• All dogs are segregated based on size and play style, Puppies are provided their own, safe space.
•  We provide our members with an online portal to track their dog's behaviour and progress.
• We improve behaviour:
  • To minimize arousal concerns, we provide structured naptimes.
  • Play is supervised and the dogs are provided ample enrichment and training breaks.
  • Dogs are grouped appropriately.

The Dogma Difference:

• First business to guarantee classes were taught by certified trainers
• Topic-based so you can focus on what your dog needs
• Small class size for more personalized training
• Two trainers/class
• We welcome the whole family
• Large training area to give dogs space and ensure they are comfortable
• Open-enrollment - you manage your reservations and come as often or as little as you'd like
• Class format sets dogs up for sucess - start in controlled environment, build distractions and then take the training to the real world
• Comprehensive checklist of skills with customized report cards and resources after each class.
• Live-streaming of classes for Smart & Top Dog Members

The Dogma Difference:

• Safety:
  • Temperature controlled climate
  • Rubber flooring in all training and play areas for support and to minimize injury
  • Double gated system throughout
• Solid walls between play groups to avoid fence fighting and increased arousal
• Strict cleaning protocols:
  • Cleaners designed to protect against common canine infectious diseases
  • Waste is immediately disposed of/composted
  • Designated potty areas 
  • No fabric toys to minimize spread of disease
  • Bedding, toys, dishes and crates are disinfected daily
  • Surfaces and flooring are disinfected throughout the day
  • Green chemicals used for cleaning throughout the day

The Dogma Difference:

• Certified:
  
  • Ownership, management and senior-trainers hold at a minimum their DCBC, CPDT-KA and FFCP (Trainer) designations
  • All our programs are ran by certified trainers (minimum DDT certfication)
  • Even our admin staff obtain their DCP designation
• All team go through intensive training before being solo with the dogs.
• Team are committed to the safety and well-being of the dogs. Punishment, showing frustration or any form of physical corrections result in immediate removal from the Dogma team.