3 Best Dog Trainers in Barrie

“Red Barn Event Centre's goal is to educate dog owners and inspire them to enrich their dogs' lives with more than just manners training. Danielle is the founder/owner, training director, and event coordinator of the Red Barn Event Centre, as well as the owner of Performance Dogs Canada. She is a licensed CKC Agility Trial judge and Dalmatian Road Trial judge. The company has experience trainers. Outdoor spaces include two 10,000-square-foot fenced lawn games, a 100-yard athletic field and a playground. The indoor playground is 13,000 m² and has underfloor heating and lighting. The 9,000 m² ring has rubber sports floors and 10 mm eco padding.”

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“Top Dog K9 Services uses science-based training for all breeds of dogs. The concept of Top Dog began over 25 years ago with Kathy Currie-Eyer's dream. Since then, the Top Dog brand has excelled, winning multiple awards such as Barrie's Best Facility and Readers Choice awards in the categories of Training, Daycare, and Grooming. Most recently, they were honoured with the Consumer's Choice award. They provide positive reinforcement and continuing education for your dogs. Hundreds of dogs have been helped to work through different behavioural problems and develop deeper, happier relationships with their people. They are a first-class dog training and enrichment centre where dogs can play, exercise, and learn while you're working. They offer different group-based training classes, programs that combine daycare enrichment with specific training issues, and private lessons at home and on-site. They also provide transportation facilities.”

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“Marcia Murray, aka The Dog Nanny, has over 40 years of experience and has earned certifications from several recognized associations to qualify her extensive knowledge of dog training and canine behaviour. She is a Professional Dog Training Instructor and Certified Canine Behaviourist (BSc.). Marcia is also qualified to perform the Canine Good Neighbour Evaluation (CKC) and to evaluate and test for Therapy/Service/Assistance Dog Titles. With her extensive background in all areas of canine behaviour and training, Marcia has also competed in the UK and Canada in Conformation, Agility, Rally-O, Obedience, and various other dog sports. They have the latest, most effective training techniques and equipment. The Dog Nanny's Canine Training Academy is a heated and air-conditioned facility. Homework notes are provided through email. Group courses are offered once a week for six weeks. Small groups (4-5 dogs) ensure you get the individual attention and help you need.”

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