Day School
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Schoolwork with a side of play makes your pet a confident pup.
The Dogma Difference: What Sets Us Apart
More Than Just Daycare
At Dogma, we do things differently. Instead of traditional daycare, we offer a purposeful, structured environment focused on building positive behaviors. Every dog’s day is thoughtfully planned with training, socialization, enrichment, and play, guided by certified trainers who tailor the experience to your dog’s specific needs. When you choose Dogma, you're choosing professional training, not just supervision. Our structured approach is backed by science, designed by certified trainers, and tailored to meet your dog’s specific needs. Many other facilities claim to offer training but don’t have the expertise to back it up.
Exclusive to Dogma:
- Certified Trainers Only: Certified trainers go through rigorous training and testing to earn certifications, along with regular learning to stay at the top of the industry. No other facilities require this level of expertise for their staff. This means your dog is learning from the best—not just being managed by untrained staff.
- Structured Days, Not Just Play: Every day includes activities designed to teach self-control, social behavior, and manners while promoting mental engagement and emotional well-being.
- Small Dog-to-Trainer Ratios: With a maximum of 8 dogs per trainer, your dog receives the focused attention they deserve to achieve their training goals.
- No Overcrowded Playgroups: Play sessions are kept small (a maximum of 4 dogs) to minimize over-excitement and frustration, fostering safe and positive interactions.
- Fear-Free Training Approach: We use calm, positive reinforcement and gradual introductions to new situations, reducing stress and building trust.
At Dogma, dogs are our business, so the pleasure stays all yours.
KinderPups
Calgary’s only exclusive puppy program, designed for dogs under 5 months and led by certified trainers in a space created just for puppies. Learn more about this unique, comprehensive program.
DogmaHigh Jr
Let us do the training for you! Our structured day training program, designed for dogs over 5 months, is the first of its kind in Calgary. Find out more about how we can help your adolescent dog thrive.
Why Professional Training and Socialization MatterÂ
Training and socialization are more than just teaching basic commands—they’re the foundation for a confident, well-behaved adult dog. While traditional daycare may provide a fun environment, it can’t match the benefits of a structured day school with certified trainers.
The Benefits of Choosing Dogma:
- Better Behaviour: Our certified trainers do the heavy lifting for you, helping your dog develop the life skills and manners needed to become an ideal urban canine.
- More Confidence: We provide essential socialization experiences in real-life situations, helping your dog navigate the human world with ease.
- Lifelong Results: Our programs, from puppyhood to adulthood, ensure your dog transitions smoothly through every stage of life with strong, lasting training.
At Dogma, we don’t just care for your dog—we educate and guide them to be the best they can be.
Why Choose Dogma?
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- Professional Training, Not Babysitting: Your dog learns essential skills from certified trainers every day that go far beyond basic training, not just being watched over.
- Individual Attention: Small groups ensure personalized care and reduce stress, while our low dog-to-trainer ratio maximizes results. Team tracks your dog's progress and behaviour daily.
- Investing in Your Dog’s Future: Unlike traditional daycare, our focus is long-term success. We provide training and socialization for confident, happy dogs ready to thrive in any situation without the over-excitement and arousal most dogs experience from daycare.
- A Team You Can Trust: We invest in our team through living wages, ongoing education, and professional development to ensure your dog gets the best care possible.
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Ensuring Safety and Your Dog's Well-Being
We prioritize your dog’s safety and emotional health. Our enrollment process ensures a stress-free introduction and helps us determine if day school is the right fit for your pup.
How It Works:
Step 1: Create a Profile
- Log in or create an account to book your Meet-n-Greet.
- Choose your dog, click "Start Booking," select the "Day School" category, and pick "Meet-n-Greet" to schedule this complimentary session to provide a fear-free experience for your dog.
Step 2: Meet-n-Greet
- Come with your dog to meet some of our training team and see the facility.
- While you wait, we assess your dog’s comfort level without you.
- Your dog will meet our specially-selected mentor dogs to gauge their comfort with other canines and explore some of the space.
Step 3: Trial Days (for dogs over 5 months)
- Dogs approved through the Meet-n-Greet will proceed to trial days.
- Trial days are conducted by senior trainers to evaluate your dog’s behaviour, comfort level, and social skills.
- A minimum of two trial days is required before enrollment.
Dogs demonstrating behaviours like fear, reactivity, or difficulty settling may be recommended for alternate programs tailored to their specific needs.
After the Meet-n-GreetÂ
Once your pup has been approved for trial days, the next step is to sign up for our Dogma Membership or take advantage of our bundles. Due to depth of our day school program, this service requires a membership.
Find Out MoreRates and Requirements
We accept dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes, but – just like with any great private school, your dog’s got to make the grade to get in. We offer all-inclusive packages and a la carte pricing options.
Extra Credit
You want the best for your dog, and so do we – it’s why we offer a variety of extras and tutoring packages that range from additional play time to special credit classes, and treats to spa treatments.
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Check out our Frequently Asked Questions!
Choosing the right program for your dog is a big decision, and we’re here to help. Book a Meet-n-Greet to tour the facility, meet our trainers, and see why Dogma is the right choice for your dog’s education. Still have questions? Check out our FAQs or contact us directly!
See the Dogma Difference
Our training programs and day school curriculums were developed by one of the first elite CBCC-KA accredited trainers in the country. At Dogma, we’re committed to giving you and your dog the tools you need to make your life together the best it can be.
