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Dog Training
"...By the time the hour was up Koda was not jumping on people, he was sitting on command and staying there while other dogs walked around him. And all this was done while he was off-leash! It amazed my husband and I. And what impressed us the most was that Koda was enjoying every minute of it!..." (Click here to read the full testimonial) |
Are you tired of your dog chewing up your carpet or barking at the neighbours when they walk by? Take one of our dog obedience training programs and these behaviour problems will be a thing of the past!
Toys, praise, and lots of play are used throughout the entire training process making it positive and enjoyable for both dog and owner.
The best age to start training is at seven to eight weeks of age. This way you are beginning with a clean slate instead of dealing with problem behavior that is already established. In terms of destroyed personal property, soiled carpets and your sanity, it is so much easier to start them young! Does this mean that an older dog cannot be trained? Not at all. Over the years we have had a number of "clients" that were 10 years of age or older that passed with flying colours, although the training can often take longer with an older dog.
I can often tell which owners have taken Ben's course by their pet's behavior in my clinic. Click
here to read letter from Dr. Derrick Milton, |
Quick and Affordable Training Options
Ben offers DVD's that give you his expert guidance in the convenience of your home. Thousands of dog owners have trained their dogs successfully by using Ben's fun, fast, and simple methods.For more information click here.
Problem Behaviour Consultation - starts at $45.00 + HST
Imagine a stress-free relationship with your dog! No more soiled carpets, barking, door dashing, or chewed-up prized possessions. Try a 1 hour consultation - you will be amazed at the results.
Group Session We have 3 different categories within our group session - puppy, novice and advanced. One of the best things about our group session is our clients are able to work at their own speed. Whether you have a puppy or an older dog, our group session is tailored to each individual's needs. To get some great free tips on getting your training started in your backyard, be sure to watch our video clips online: If you have a young puppy or dog with no training, click here. Our group session runs from 7:00 pm–8:15 pm, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday over the course of one month (12 sessions).This immersion method has proven to be highly effective in accelerating the learning process for both dogs and their owners. There is also lots of individual instruction in our group session with an average of 6-7 clients per instructor. Quite often the students in Ben's Professional Dog Trainers Program are on-site assisting which means a lot of one-on-one help for you and your dog. Cost is $289 + HST. Contact us for start dates. What can you expect from your dog after 12 sessions? |
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1. You Can't Beat the Hours!
Whether you prefer mornings, afternoons or evenings, we can deliver.
For clients with busy schedules, this is one of the biggest advantages
of individual over group classes.
2. Convenience!
If you live within Greater Victoria, we can usually schedule your
appointments within 5 to 10 minutes of your home.
3. Fast Results!
Although our group sessions are great, nothing beats one on one
attention for focused learning and amazing results.
4. Real-to-Life Training!
We train in high distraction areas: near skateboarders, seagulls, dog
parks and fields full of rabbits! If you prefer, we can come to your
home or board your dog while training for an additional charge.
5. Extreme Dog Distractions and Socialization
Between Ben, his staff and his students in the Professional Dog Trainers Program, there are always a lot of dogs for your dog to be tested and socialized with!
6. Lots of Options!
Our clients have 3 distinctive teaching styles to choose from:
- You do all of the handling with your dog while we give you instruction as you train.
- We share the dog handling 50/50 so that you can watch and
then try the techniques with us instructing.
- We do all of the leg-work and transfer the commands to you
towards the end of training.
We also give you the option of what training methods you would like used. This includes all positive (using food and toys as motivation) or balanced training (view this in action here).
7. You Call the Play!
You set the daily agenda. If one day you want to focus on barking and the next off-leash, we will work with you on your goals.
8. Ongoing Training!
At the end of your dogs training, we won't leave you hanging! There
are numerous different options for ongoing training that you can take
advantage of for your dogs lifetime at no extra charge! Click here for
more information. This enables you to build on your relationship and ensure that your
dogs training continues to advance and not backslide.
Session Information:
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Cost to train with Ben Kersen is $110 / hour. To get an idea of the sweat, passion and intensity that go into Ben's training session, view a sample session here.
To read Ben's career highlights click here. |
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Cost is $70 / hour to train one on one with Heather Millard. Heather is Ben's senior instructor and has been with Ben full time for over 8 years. To read Heather Millard's biography click here. |
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Cost is $45 / hour to train one on one with Julia Langdale. Julia graduated at the the top of her class from our Professional Dog Trainers Program in 2009 and has been working with us since. To read Julia Langdale's bio click here. |
Contact us for more information or to enroll.
Want to send your pooch to the "Harvard" of Dog Training ?
This level of training is the ultimate! With this program we do all the "leg work" for you. Over a 3 month period, your dog will receive 2 - 3 hours of training a day, 5 - 6 days per week and will be trained to an unbelievably high standard through our Professional Dog Trainers Program. After the training is completed, you will have unlimited access, for the lifetime of your dog, to our free training options to insure you know what to do with your newly trained dog!
Cost is $1500 + HST. This price includes a space for you in our Group Session as well as some individual training lessons to ensure all commands transfer smoothly. If you currently have your dog in daycare, you are probably paying more that this! Why not get your dog trained for less money?
If you live in Victoria:
1) You will be dropping your dog off at school each morning and picking him up each evening. If your schedule is tight we are also able to arrange for a student to pick up and drop off for a small fee.
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Offset the cost of the program with the income you can make by housing a student while they attend our program. Students pay approximately $500-$1200 / month for a furnished room or self enclosed suite depending on size etc. Food can be added for an additional charge.
The average age of students is 30-35 and most are females. Approximately half the students come without dogs but would be happy to live with yours!
You can also arrange to have our student transport your dog to and from class each day which will save you time and gas money.
If you are from out of town:
1) You can board your dog with a student who will transport the dog to and from class each day.
2) You can board your dog at our pet hotel for the duration of the program. An additional fee for transportation will apply.
"I consider this experience a giant success for both Ruby and myself. I do appreciate that where Ruby is concerned it will be a lifelong process but that I will forever have the support, resources and coaching of Ben and his staff. I believe that Ben's program has saved my dog's life and I am forever grateful!" Click here to read Cheri's full testimonial. |
Doggie College begins in the last week of March and second week of September each year. To understand and appreciate how this training will forever improve your relationship with your dog, click on this link to see a video of the Professional Dog Trainers Program.
Is your dog overweight or out of shape? Time to join the Wonderdog Run Club! This service is more than a run in the park! There is a lot of training that goes into teaching the dogs to run off leash as a pack ignoring distractions along the way.
The Victoria Wonderdog Run Club takes place on Saturday mornings at 9:30AM. We meet at the dog beach at Thetis Lake.
Ben and the dogs run for one to two hours. This service is by donation only with all proceeds going to World Vision Click here for more information . The suggested donation is $30 per session. Payment will not be made out to Ben - all proceeds will go directly to World Vision.
- There will be a pickup and drop off service available for a small additional charge (usually around $7/trip depending on where you live).
- You also have the option of picking your dog up at noon or 5:30PM instead of right after run club. Your dog will arrive home very tired and happy!
- Wonderdog Run Club meets rain or shine!
- All owners will need to bring proof of inoculations or titer testing.
- Clients are not required to participate but may join the run if fast enough!
Contact us to register! See you at Wonderdog Run Club!
To Register
Registration takes place at
1639 Charlton Road - off Burnside Rd W, just outside Victoria. Click here to view it on google maps. If you are going to be late or are lost, please call the house land line at 250-389-1138. If no one answers, try calling a couple of times in a row.
If it's not convenient to bring your dog when coming to register, that's okay as this is a registration session only. If you are bringing your dog, please leave him / her in your vehicle when you first arrive.
As there may be others signing up just before or just after you arrive, please come on schedule instead of early or late.
You will have access our course material while in training which includes 3 DVD's. We require a $95 deposit while they are on loan. We will take an imprint of your credit card (but will not process it) for this. We look forward to meeting you!
Ben's Dog Training DVD Series
When you enroll in any of Ben's dog training programs, his unique training DVD's are always at your fingertips. There is a wealth of information in this valuable resource including all of the key points that make the training successful, regardless of your dog's age or breed.
Ben's guarantee simply states that you must be satisfied with the quality of dog obedience training provided in the group session. At the completion of training, if you are not satisfied, let Ben know and additional training will be provided until you are satisfied, no matter how long it takes. If we are unable to train your dog, you won't be charged; your payment will be refunded in full!
Since leaving Victoria a few months after finishing the first level of training, I have been unable to find training classes that are as motivating and productive as Ben's. |
