A successful daycare is built on positive client experiences and referrals.  Correctly matching canine personalities and play styles is a vital step to in achieving safe and enjoyable play sessions while helping the dogs achieve their daily physical and mental stimulation.  This course provides Daycare Attendants and Professional Dog Walkers with a safe and consistent process to assess dog sociability for the purpose of daycare and group play.  Participants learn how to; recognize signs of social affiliation, utilize safe handling practices, identify problematic group behaviour, distinguish areas of low tolerances and appropriately match personalities.  A combination of assessment styles are reviewed, including; history taking, exam style and observational, in addition to tips on courteous communication with the pet parent.  Participants gain practical experience in completing assessment and pack integration techniques, designed to decrease stress levels and promote safe, positive interactions, under the guidance of Canine Foundations’ Behaviour Consultants.  Our excellent instructor to student ratio ensures that each participant receives personal coaching, to sharpen their skills in determining compatibility with current daycare and dog walking clients.

Topics to be covered include:

  • Assessment Procedures & Protocols
  • Recognizing Signs of Social Affiliation
  • Matching Play Styles
  • Safe Handling Practices
  • Identifying areas of sensitivity
  • Determine areas of low tolerance

Canine Foundations is proud to offer 8.75 CCPDT (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers) Continuing Education Credits for this course.

Dates & Locations


When: May 28, 2023, from 9am to 5pm  

Where: Doggieville, 1166 Gorham St Unit 4, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8W4

Cost: $250.00

Registration: To register for the waiting list please email info@caninefoundations.com


When: December 3, 2023 from 9am to 5pm  

Where: Doggieville, 1166 Gorham St Unit 4, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8W4

Cost: $250.00

Registration: To register for the waiting list please email info@caninefoundations.com


When: April 28, 2024, from 9am to 5pm  

Where: Doggieville, 1166 Gorham St Unit 4, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8W4

Cost: $250.00

Registration: To register for the waiting list please email info@caninefoundations.com


When: November 3, 2024, from 9am to 5pm  

Where: Doggieville, 1166 Gorham St Unit 4, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8W4

Cost: $250.00

Registration: To register for the waiting list please email info@caninefoundations.com


To be placed on a waiting list for our next class, or for information on ordering a private course, please contact our Corporate Training Manager at (647) 284-7584