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Smart Dog Training Train with your brain, not pain! Humane, science-based training and behaviour modification for your Serving Victoria since 2004.

Over 10 classes a week in downtown Victoria as well as Day Training services and agility in North Saanich. We specialize in foun­da­tion train­ing for pup­pies or older res­cues and in urban dog enrich­ment. We have an excel­lent track record help­ing pup­pies and shy dogs be braver, help­ing impul­sive dogs achieve self con­trol, and giv­ing own­ers the tools they need to train as pro­fes­sion­als would, all in a respect­ful, fun, and chal­leng­ing envi­ron­ment. Our staff have exper­tise both in teach­ing dogs and in coach­ing peo­ple; no ques­tion is too silly, no puppy too zoomy, no res­cue too shy or too rowdy! Classes in downtown Victoria

With over a dozen classes a week, the majority in downtown Victoria Smart Dog Train­ing spe­cial­izes in coach­ing peo­ple and their dogs. Our lead train­ers hold CPDTs and our staff have degrees in edu­ca­tion, sci­ence and com­mu­ni­ca­tions. We com­bine our strengths to give you and your dog the best pos­si­ble expe­ri­ence.

Join us this Thanksgiving weekend for Puppy Socialization, Oct 10 at 9:15. For puppies up to 17 weeks with their first s...
10/06/2026

Join us this Thanksgiving weekend for Puppy Socialization, Oct 10 at 9:15. For puppies up to 17 weeks with their first set of vaccinations. Use promo code Thanksgiving for 25% off.

It's not cheating, it's just smart.
09/26/2026

It's not cheating, it's just smart.

09/22/2026

Our "Back to Cool" Event was a huge success. A two potty event is always a good event. All of our competitors have loved our First Class Facilities. But we were so curious.... Did you enjoy the Green (did it kind of smell like apples at first?) or the Purple (did it actually smell like berries at first? Purple won the vote 79 to 61

Congratulations to everyone who ran with their 4 legged pals this weekend.. So many happy dogs and handlers... and sooo...
09/21/2026

Congratulations to everyone who ran with their 4 legged pals this weekend.. So many happy dogs and handlers... and sooo many great runs with 99% awesome and one little fault.. Remember the 99%!

Here is a list of the many titles that were acquired! WOW!

Rachel Schmidt and Kari – Starters Games Dog of Canada
Sandi Howarth and Lyric – Advanced Agility Dog of Canada
Tory Rudiger and Arya – Agility Dog of Canada
Margaret Parkinson and Misty – Expert Bronze Standard and Bronze Award of Merit
Jill Brooks and Quill – Masters Agility Dog of Canada and Agility Trial Champion of Canada
Robin Miller and Alice – Starters Games Dog of Canada
Sue Abuielsamid and Kai – Starters Games Dog of Canada
Marti Lembe and Sindri – Expert Bronze Jumpers
Sherry Antonishen and Rocket – International Biathlon Dog of Canada, Advanced Agility Dog of Canada
Nancy Heath and Oh Henry – Advanced Agility Games Dog of Canada
Jolie Lemon and Ana – Starters Games Dog of Canada
Jolie Limon and Georgie – Advanced Games Dog of Canada
Julie Puirier and Sunny – Masters Snooker Dog of Canada, Agility Trial Champion of Canada, Expert Bronze Jumpers
Kenzie Bailey and Luna – Advanced Games Dog of Canada
April Statz and Wall-E – Advanced Agility Dog of Canada
France Beckner and WhispR – Masters Agility Dog of Canada.
Rachel Joyce and Fly - Masters Jumpers Dog of Canada.

That’s a wrap for Smart Dogs “back to cool” trial. There are so many people to thank, competitor/volunteers ( you are ...
09/21/2026

That’s a wrap for Smart Dogs “back to cool” trial. There are so many people to thank, competitor/volunteers ( you are one and the same and make it possible for each other to play). Super volunteers who aren’t even trialing! And of course the judges Katherine Mitton and Denise Reid Clark! Super fun courses that kept us cheering, laughing and smiling for much of the weekend. Hope to see you all again soon! Stand by for many brags, the porta
Potty contest results and our fundraising numbers for Run for the cure!

09/18/2026
08/10/2026

In our Intermediate (second level) class, we start adding distractions. Clementine (6 months old) is interested in someone holding tasty treats, but can still immediately return to her owner when called. This game gets fun when the dog can leave behind a smelly, high-level distraction to return to an owner who is only holding something low-value like kibble.

07/26/2026

We love puppies! 😍 Enjoy this short video from one of our Puppy Socialization classes. 🐶💕

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1415 McTavish Road
Victoria, BC
V8L5T3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9am - 12:30pm
Friday 9am - 12:30pm

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