Puppy Training
The first five months shape everything.
Calgary's most comprehensive puppy programs - from drop-in socialization to full-day trainer-led school. Not sure where to start? Come meet us first, free - at facility or via Zoom.
Why Dogma is different
We don't just take any dog, any day, and here's why that matters.
Most facilities will let you book and show up. We do things differently. Our structured onboarding means we understand your puppy before they join a group. It means they're set up to thrive, not just survive their first session. It's not more hoops. It's more care, and the difference shows up in the dog you bring home.
Find your fit
Where are you starting from?
Not every puppy needs the same thing. Tell us where you are and we'll point you in the right direction.
Day School
KinderPups
Calgary's only trainer-run puppy day school. Certified trainers all day, max 4 puppies per group, weekly report cards, and twice-weekly field trips.
From $750/month
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Group Classes
VIPups
5-week foundation course covering recall, polite greetings, leash walking, and more. Includes online platform access and community support.
$275 + GST
Free
Puppy Socialization
Drop-in supervised play and socialization for puppies under 6 months. Free/by donation because every puppy deserves a great start.
Free / by donation
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Private
One-on-One Training
Fully customized sessions at your home, our facility, or virtually. Available across Calgary and online worldwide.
Custom pricing
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Ready to visit
Book a free Puppy Success Session
30 minutes with a senior trainer - bring your puppy, get your questions answered, and see the space. No commitment required.
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Join our free 15-min Q&A
Have questions before you commit to anything? Jump into one of our free Q&A sessions and ask us anything about your puppy.
Reserve your spotCreate or log into your account, select your puppy, then choose Daycare > Puppy Success Session and pick your preferred date and time.
You will receive details on how to join the meeting. Feel free to also email us at training@dogmatraining.com or call 403-452-5400.
Puppy Classes
We want everyone to have the opportunity to access quality puppy training. We also witness far too many dogs with concerns that were preventable with the proper approach and foundation. Because of these reasons, we offer free puppy classes .
We also offer our exclusive VIPups (Very Important Pups) class for those discerning puppy owners who want to start on foundational training and ensure the best start for their puppies. This program includes our online learning platform with membership trial for the duration of training!
Free Puppy Socialization Class
Every puppy deserves a great start, regardless of budget. These open enrolment classes focus on supervised play, socialization, enrichment, and confidence-building games in a safe, structured environment.
We offer these free because we believe the right foundation early on prevents the behaviour challenges we see far too often later. Consider it our investment in Calgary's dogs.
How to register:
- Create or log into your Dogma account
- Upload your puppy's vaccination records and fill in your details
- Register for any free puppy class - available until your puppy turns 6 months
A few things to know:
- First round of vaccinations required to attend
- We have a strict 8-hour cancellation policy - cancellations within that window or no-shows will result in all reservations being cancelled
- Please keep your Gingr profile and vaccination records up to date
If you're able, we welcome cash or in-kind donations for Parachutes for Pets - a wonderful cause close to our hearts.
