Our workshops are designed to give you and your dog the opportunity to try a different dog sport or activity without having to commit to a 6 week class.

Or, a way to spend time fully immersed in one of your favourite dog sports or activities.

We also have sessions designed to address specific training exercises or behaviour topics.

Most of our sessions offer both working spots (1 person + 1 dog) or observer spots (1 person, no dog).


The Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of Eastern Canada is holding a Scent Sanction Match on Saturday November 14th 2026.  Click the link below to see the Premium List.

Scent PL November 14th

Entries Open October 5th at 12pm, and close November 2nd at 12pm (or when match fills-limited entry)

To enter, click the link below, or use QR code in premium list.

https://form.jotform.com/BFDogTraining/RRCEC-SANCTMATCH-NOV13TH

 

  • CKC Scent Detection Sanction Match
     Saturday, November 14, 2026
     8:30 am - 4:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training
    Total spaces remaining: 30

Does your dog come to you when you call him? What if another playful dog, or a fluffy squirrel, was running nearby? Does he dance just out of reach when it is time to head home from the dog park? Does he sheepishly walk towards you, or does he come running at a full sprint when called? If your dog’s recall is anything other than fast and reliable – 100% of the time – then this workshop is for you! You will be taken through exercises that will help you learn how to best motivate your dog during training, and how to help your dog overcome difficult distractions. During the workshop you will work with your dog as you learn the foundations and recall training exercises that will be the key to building a fast and reliable recall.

Class Size: 8 working spots , 12 audit spots

Monday November 30th 6:00-8:00PM

Prerequisites for working spot: DHPP + Rabies (If you have a puppy that is less than 4mths old, rabies is not required),  Bordetella is strongly encouraged.  Age: 12+ weeks of age, people/dog friendly or neutral.  (Working spot equals: 1 person+1 dog)

Prerequisites for auditors: None

Format: 1 session, 2 hours in length

Price:   8 Working spots – $75.00 HST Included, 12 Auditor spots – $35.00 HST included

You will be required to secure your dog when it is not involved in an exercise (we strongly recommend a crate).   If you are unable or unwilling to do so, please sign up as an auditor instead!

  • Reliable Recall Workshop-Working
     Monday, November 30, 2026
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training Working Spot

    Total spaces remaining: 7
  • Reliable Recall Workshop-Observer
     Monday, November 30, 2026
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training Observer

    Total spaces remaining: 12

Sunday December 6th 2026

Trial Start Time: 9:00AM

Started and Advanced: Containers, Interior, Exterior

Games: Speed, Distance, Aerial, Team

Registration Opens:

SDDA registered Participants November 1st 6:00PM

Non-Registered Participants November 4th 6:00PM

Click Link Below to view Premium List

SDDA Premium Dec 6 2026

Click Link Below to Enter

https://form.jotform.com/BFDogTraining/dec6sdda-trial-entry

 

  • Started, Advanced, Games
     Sunday, December 6, 2026
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Total spaces remaining: 100

This workshop builds on the exercises taught in our Level I workshop.  Distractions are introduced, along with ways to motivate your dog to come with enthusiasm every time you call!

Class Size: 8 working spots , 12 audit spots

Sunday December 13th 10:00-1:00PM

Prerequisites for working spot: Our Level I Reliable Recall workshop with the dog you are registering for this workshop.  DHPP + Rabies vaccines (bordetella is strongly recommended but not mandatory).

Age: 4+ months and must be people/dog friendly or neutral.  (Working spot equals: 1 person+1 dog)

Prerequisites for auditors: None

Format: 1 session, 3 hours in length

Price:   8 Working spots – $90.00 HST Included, 12 Auditor spots – $45.00 HST included

You will be required to secure your dog when it is not involved in an exercise (we strongly recommend a crate).   If you are unable or unwilling to do so, please sign up as an auditor instead!

  • Reliable Recall Workshop-Working
     Sunday, December 13, 2026
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training Working Spot

    Total spaces remaining: 8
  • Reliable Recall Workshop-Observer
     Sunday, December 13, 2026
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training Observer

    Total spaces remaining: 12

Have you heard about Scent Detection or Nosework and think your dog may enjoy it but you’re not sure?

Maybe you haven’t heard about Scent Detection but you’re looking for a fun new activity to try with your dog?

Want to get started in the sport but can’t commit to a 6 week class?

Well, come try our Intro to Scent Detection workshop and see what it’s all about! This workshop is ideal for humans that have never tried scent sports with their dog(s), or those that would like to start a new dog in the sport of Scent Detection.

Dogs will be imprinted on the essential oil Wintergreen.

Class Size: 8 working spots (1 dog + 1 handler) , 10 audit spots

Sunday December 20th 10:00 am-12:30pm

Prerequisites for working spot: DAPP+Rabies UTD, Bordetella strongly recommended.  Please bring a copy of vaccination certificate to the workshop or email it to: info@bfdogtraining.ca at the time of registration.

This workshop is not ideal for reactive dogs, dogs should be neutral to friendly towards humans/other dogs

Prerequisites for auditors: None

Format: 1 session, 2.5 hours in length (there will be a short break approximately halfway through the workshop)

Price:   Working spot – $75 +HST, Auditor – $30 +HST

  • Scent Detection Workshop-Working Spot
     Sunday, December 20, 2026
     10:00 am - 12:30 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training
    Total spaces remaining: 8
  • Scent Detection Workshop-Observer
     Sunday, December 20, 2026
     10:00 am - 12:30 pm
     Best Friends Dog Training
    Total spaces remaining: 10