A cooperative partnership is at the heart of our training

We set you and your dog up for a lifetime of success. We help you to meet the needs of your dog and the needs and goals of your family. We understand how dogs learn and how to get results through modern training techniques that are gentle and effective. 


​We are located in beautiful Powell River, BC.
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Our training is:

Humane

We use positive reinforcement  and are force-free. We will never betray your trust with the use of methods or tools that cause fear or pain. 

Effective

Our methods are based on the science of how dogs learn and behave. We help you prevent and solve problems and communicate with your dog. 

Excellent

 We are experienced, educated, and credentialed. We keep our knowledge and skills up-to-date through continuing education with leading experts.

We carry professional liability insurance for your
​protection and ours. 

What kind of training are you looking for?

What clients are saying:

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​Sandy worked in depth with two of my dogs over a period of several weeks. The results  were above and beyond my expectations. Both dogs came to her with some significant challenges and left having made phenomenal progress, and gained a solid skill set that makes them happier, more well-rounded dogs that are easier to live with.   Cheyene D.
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​Sandy has been an invaluable friend to our reactive dog. She has helped us to understand and navigate our dog's fear and anxiety through methods that are kind and gentle and effective.   She focuses on lowering the anxiety, and changing the fear response, as well as managing Pepper's reactions so she is not practising unwanted behaviours.  Our dog loves her playful and engaging spirit. We highly recommend her as a humane and knowledgeable resource.  Andrea W. 

Sandy has really helped me to better understand my dog's behaviour, and to learn alternate ways of dealing with stressful situations. Sandy has taught me to respect my dog's communication, and to work with it. Every single meeting with Sandy has brought new insights into how to better understand my dog and set her up for success. Radhika S. 
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​I live north of town at the edge of the forest with my dogs TT, Remi, and Bug - my best friends
and greatest teachers. I am inspired by the ancient philosopher Rumi, who said: Let yourself
be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.

Photo by Michele Moir of her puppy "Bella" greeting my dog "TT " in our puppy class. 

Get in touch!

Sandy Middleton, BA, KPACTP, FDM

Email:  sandy@bestfriendsdogtraining.ca
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Main: 604-483-DOGS (3647)
Cell:  604-989-4273 
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I acknowledge and thank the Tla'amin, on whose traditional lands I live, work, and play.