Perfect Companion K9
Dog Training & Behaviour Rehabilitation
Vancouver Board & Train Behaviour Rehabilitation
From Restriction to Freedom
30 years of expertise in rehabilitating reactive, anxious, and aggressive dogs
Since 1996, our Vancouver, BC-based Behaviour Rehabilitation Program has helped more than 14,000 dog owners regain freedom and confidence with their dogs.
What makes our Board & Train Program special?
Practical results and real-world freedom
We believe proper balanced training should empower dogs and their owners to thrive far beyond controlled classroom settings.
Imagine your dog dining with you on a restaurant patio, playing with your children in a crowded park, camping with your friends and family, relaxing beside you at your workplace, making lots of lasting memories – all while demonstrating great self-control and excellent decision-making.
That's the real-world freedom we aim to deliver for you and your dog.
Anja’s Transformation: Aggressive working-line German Shepherd to reliable family pet (23:15)
Rio’s Transformation: Dangerous 130-lb Mastiff to gentle companion (21:21)
A truly boutique approach – not a volume business
At our family-run business, every dog is trained personally by Richard Chan, our founder and head trainer.
Unlike many commercial programs, we never outsource your dog's training to junior assistants, kennel staff, or less experienced trainers.
Our rehabilitation program is deliberately kept small to ensure your dog receives the highest level of individualized care and attention directly from Richard, who will look after your dog as his own, from start to finish.
What will we teach your dog during Board & Train?
Our comprehensive real-life training goes far beyond simply teaching basic obedience.
Core obedience
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Sit, Down, Place, Come, and structured walking – without the constant need for treats, leash tension, or repeatedly pleading for your dog's attention
Life skills
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Relaxing on command
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Maintaining focus around distractions without continuous commands or rewards
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Remaining composed and neutral around unfamiliar people and dogs
Real-world behaviours
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Greeting visitors politely without incessant barking at doorbells
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Behaving with good manners on patios and in stores
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Settling comfortably while camping, travelling, or attending family gatherings and sporting events
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Calmly accepting routine handling, such as nail clipping, grooming, vaccinations, and physical examinations
How do we train you, the owner, before you take your dog home?
A well-trained dog is only part of the equation.
Before sending your dog home, we will coach you through every aspect of your dog's training using our proprietary Human Coaching System.
We won’t simply hand you the leash and wish you luck.
We will ensure you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to apply all the new techniques reliably and consistently around real-world distractions before you head home with your dog.
How do we support you after your dog is home?
Our lifetime commitment to you and your dog:
Owner handling a once-aggressive Rottweiler on her own during a go-home lesson (0:59)
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Client-only boarding
Reserved exclusively for program graduates, allowing you to travel with complete peace of mind
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Unlimited private lessons – at zero additional cost
Offered at no extra charge for as long as you have your dog, providing long-term support to prevent regression
How much does this cost?
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Mild reactivity:
6 weeks for $6,000
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Moderate reactivity, anxiety, or aggression:
7 weeks for $7,000
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Severe reactivity, anxiety, or aggression:
8–10 weeks for $8,000–$10,000
Duration is to be determined during your consultation. All prices include applicable taxes.
Training tools are available at the following prices:
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E-collar: $400
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Prong collar: $40
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Anti-bark collar: $150
Are you tired of wasting time and money on training that never works?
Wondering if you can ever trust your dog again?
Your lifetime of freedom and joy is just a few weeks away.