Perfect Companion K9
Vancouver Dog Training & Rehabilitation
Vancouver Dog Behaviour Rehabilitation
From Restriction to Freedom.
30 years of expertise in reactive, anxious, and aggressive dog rehabilitation
Since 1996, our Vancouver, BC-based Behaviour Rehabilitation Program has helped more than 14,000 owners regain freedom and confidence with their dogs.
What makes us special?
Practical results and real-world freedom
We aren't interested in training dogs that only listen in sterile 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 great memories – all while consistently demonstrating great engagement, self-control, and excellent decision-making.
That's the real-world freedom we aim to deliver for you and your dog – where distractions are constant, situations are unpredictable, and reliability truly matters.
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.
We won’t simply hand over the leash and wish you luck.
Before sending your dog home, we will coach you through every aspect of the training using our proprietary Human Coaching System – so your dog responds to you just as reliably as they do with us.
Most importantly, we will ensure you are fully equipped, confident, and ready before going home with your dog.
How do we support you after your dog is home?
Our lifetime commitment to your success:
Owner handling a once-aggressive Rottweiler on her own during a go-home lesson (0:59)
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Client-only boarding
Structured Boarding is reserved exclusively for program graduates, so you can travel with complete peace of mind
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Private lessons – at zero additional cost
Unlimited one-on-one lessons are offered at no extra charge for as long as you have your dog, so you don't need to worry about your dog regressing after coming home.
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
The required program length is based on the intensity of your dog's behavioural challenges, which will be determined during your consultation.
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
All prices are in CAD and include applicable taxes.
If you are feeling exhausted from all the money and time wasted on training that didn't work, and wondering whether you could ever enjoy life with your dog again – there is definitely hope.
Our proven track record:
Please visit our Testimonials Page, explore our Video Gallery, and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see the transformations we have delivered to thousands of families over the last three decades.
Want to experience the same transformation with your own dog?