Therapy Tails Level 3 | Advanced Therapy Dog Class

Step Into the Real World. Therapy Dog Training in Calgary

A group of people sitting on a train, accompanied by several dogs, participating in an advanced therapy dog training class.

Program Overview

Therapy Tails Level 3 is an advanced therapy dog class in Calgary for dogs and their humans who have successfully completed Level 2.

In this 12-hour program (8 x 1.5 hour classes aka “field trips”), Cat will challenge and support you and your dog as you put your training into practice in real-world settings like parks, transit, and shopping centres.

You and your trusted sidekick, can expect a dynamic and engaging learning experience where you’ll master nuanced public access protocols, manage real-world distractions, and troubleshoot on the fly.

By the end of the course, you and your dog will be a strong, connected team ready to work confidently in busy places like malls, hospitals, schools, and other public settings all while preparing for Therapy Dog or Service Dog certification.

Classes take place at various public venues around Calgary to give you hands-on experience where it matters most.

What You Will Learn

Public Access Skills

You and your dog will learn public access skills like walking through crowds, ignoring food and people, settling in tight or noisy spaces, navigating elevators and stairs, and remaining focused in high-distraction contexts.

Obedience & Manners

ou and your dog will advance your obedience and manners in busy public settings, refining existing skills like “stay” and loose-leash walking in high-distraction environments. And of course, you’ll develop new skills along the way.

Support & Education

You’ll receive continued support for behavioural challenges like overexuberant greetings, excitability, and leash pulling. You’ll learn public access standards and best practices.

Teamwork

You and your dog will continue to strengthen your relationship and build your teamwork (the dreamwork!) by overcoming obstacles and navigating new challenges together in public spaces.

A therapy dog comfortably laying on the floor inside a store during the Therapy Tails 3 training class in Calgary.

Program Details

Who Can Attend

Teams who have successfully completed Level 2

Price & Duration

  • Price: $399 + GST/12 hour program

  • Program Includes:

    • 12 hours (8 × 1.5 hour field trips)

Location

Classes are held at a variety of indoor and outdoor public venues throughout Calgary. Details will be provided closer to the start of the course.

Vaccinations

Dogs must be up-to-date on their vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella) to attend classes.

Fine Print

All registrations are final. We’re unable to offer make-up classes, pro-rate tuition, or accommodate class swaps. Thanks for understanding!

Book Your Spot!

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Why Sign Up for Therapy Tails Level 3 in SW Calgary

  • Apply your skills in busy, real-world environments

  • Strengthen your public access readiness

  • Deepen communication and trust with your dog in working contexts

  • Build confidence working as a team in high-distraction spaces

  • Prepare for therapy or service dog certification