2. October, 2023.
My beloved companion is Puru. In Sept 2002, we brought Puru from the pet shop to our home. He was only a few months old. Two weeks later, we brought Puru to Don to begin training. We did not imagine how Puru was exactly like a little child who understands commands and how to behave. It was very cute watching the training process. It was at this moment that I decided to enroll Puru into agility and socialization class. During this process, I noticed Puru has learned to become more loyal to me. Puru is now 7 and never stopped his training. He enjoys seeing his fellow classmates in class every Sunday. For all you dog lovers out there, I hope you will take your companions into training classes and become an obedient and loyal friend like Puru.
3. October, 2023.
Don the trainer is so great to work with. Recently found out I have nerve damage in both my arms and my pitbull was too strong for me. Don helped me correct his behaviour in just 1 session!!!!! He works magic and his facility is so nice and clean
2. October, 2023.
I have been feeding Coco since she was 2 months old. As a first time dog owner, I have no idea how to raise a good puppy. Coco used to be very naughty and extremely a trouble maker. Since I took Coco to train with Don, he has been giving me great help about taking care of Coco. She learnt to pee, eat and exercise properly. She also learnt to be obedient and to be polite to both human and other dogs. Nowadays, everyone says Coco is friendly and gentle.
As a dog owner, I believe raising a dog is not easy because it does take lots of time and effort. When dogs come to our life as family members, we are responsible to take good care of them and teach them to get along with entire neighbourhood. Thus, training is essential. I highly recommend TK canine training center to those fresh dog owners. Don is a great trainer; his training brings me and Coco a better life. I really appreciate Don's hard work.
3. October, 2023.
Nikko First lesson: May, 2006
Nikko has learned different commands and listen well. Nikko also showed talent in agility class.
Luna First lesson: May, 2008
Luna has learned several commands and became more focus to commands.
3. October, 2023.
My dog Bubbles loves to go to class every week. Thank you very much to Don.
3. October, 2023.
I have always wanted to thank Teacher Don for his careful teaching.
I remember that my daughter proposed to adopt a puppy years ago, but no one in the family had any experience in raising dogs.
I just thought, it shouldn’t be too difficult!
When it was time to actually take the dog home, I realized that the reality was harder than imagined.
Just when my daughter wanted to give up, I repeatedly reminded her of her due attitude and responsibility.
We think we should find a professional tutor and study hard.
It is indeed not easy to find an experienced and professional tutor. After a period of searching, luckily I met Mr. Don.
After participating in his course and his careful guidance, our dog's behavior has not only improved greatly; most importantly, it has cultivated our family's sense of responsibility as owners.
Now we are all looking forward to the socialization class this weekend, which not only allows the dogs to learn to get along with other people and dogs, but also gives us the opportunity to exchange breeding experiences with other owners.
Thank you Teacher Don!
3. October, 2023.
After every class, Hugo continues to show improvement, week after week, due to consistent training with Don. He looks forward to his agility class every week and this helps burn his energy and improves his precision. The social classes also helps him in how to interact with other pets. Thanks Don.
3. October, 2023.
Don is vancouver's/richmond's very own dog whisperer. 'nuff said. Don is the best!
3. October, 2023.
Dou Dou is a very happy chocolate Lab who was overwhelming people and dogs alike with her energy and enthusiasm. Ever since we started training with Don, Dou Dou has learned better manners and is much better behaved around to house. Now, with TK training, Dou Dou has been able to make many new friends, both human and canine!
Phoebe
3. October, 2023.
The training lessons at TK Cainine Training Centre are very imformative with lots of helpful tips and tricks to teach your dog proper behavour. Don's lessons offer a lot of insight into cainine behaviour and teaches dog owners how to communicate with their dog. My 10 month old puppy and I have thoroughly enjoyed our time at TK Cainine Training Centre and want to thank Don for all his help.Catherine
3. October, 2023.
Max is a one year old golden retriever who has been a part of our family since he was a baby. He is still our big puppy who we love to bits - everything about him is lovable and he is a great dog. The beginnings of his life with us was hard, though. He showed aggression at an early age, probably because of our other dog, who did not like him. Nothing seemed to work on improving his habits of biting, growling, and general disobedience. However, at our last hope of bringing the "good dog" out of Max, we started training him with Don. It worked almost immediately and within a couple weeks his aggressive behavior transformed into loving licks and obedience. Now, after half a year of training, he seems like a different dog - he is even starting to learn to do obstacle courses! We love Max more than ever, and honestly, don't know what we would've done without Don's help. Thank you!!
3. October, 2023.
Before starting at TK Canine Training, my dog did not listen and was aggressive with other dogs at times. Now Marley is the loving and obedient dog that I knew he could be. Thank you Don Chan !!
2. October, 2023.
2nd Place of Best Costume (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
In May 2006, ~ 3 months old, Miso arrived at Don’s training centre and after completing an obedience course, Miso has become much more obedient. All thanks to Don’s patience in training.
3. October, 2023.
Our pomchi BohBoh joined us just 2 days prior to quarantine, which was unexpected. It was extremely difficult to socialize our pup in the midst of a pandemic. We tried virtual training, which didn't work. Thank god for our friend Wayne's recommendation, we found Don at TK Canine Training Centre. BohBoh started his obedience training at 4.5 months and Don was able to correct ALL of his behavioural issues within 3 lessons (it felt like a miracle). BohBoh stopped barking at everything. He stopped chasing cars. He also stopped with his food aggression. BohBoh is now an extremely playful, but polite puppy which we are so thankful for. If you have ever met Don in person, he gives off the calmest demeanour and you can feel his love for animals. Don was able to train our puppy to respect us without using any treats, but rather with a positive praise method. We love going to his classes and BohBoh has now finished obedience training, recall and now onto Agility.
3. October, 2023.
Don has been training Chowder – and me – for almost three years now. Before Don, Chowder did not listen well and always pulled on the leash during walks. He had way too much energy! I tried other trainers, but they did little to improve his disobedient ways. After we started training with Don, Chowder’s behaviour improved almost immediately. He is still a big, enthusiastic Labrador retriever, but he actually listens and has manners now. He is much better around people and other dogs. I can even recall him at the off-leash dog park in the neighbourhood. We continue to attend socialization class once a week, and Chowder is always happy to see Don. I would recommend TK Canine Training Centre to any dog owner who needs help with their dog. Their methods really work!
-Sam
3. October, 2023.
Winner of Mega Munch (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
My dog Cola loves to come to see Don every week. It must be a good place otherwise.........Thanks Don!!
2. October, 2023.
3rd Place of Best Costume (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
BoBo was born March 24.2003 and I got her when she was 3 months old. She was always good with people but she never tolerated other dogs especially if they approach her to say hello. I first brought her to TK Canine Training Centre when she was six months old and took the obedience class as well as the weekly socialization class. Within no time, BoBo's behavior changed, she responds quickly to me, never pulls on the leash anymore, and plays with other dogs with good manner. BoBo enjoys all the doggies parties year round and will continue to come to Don for years to come! Thanks Don for all your patience and help!
Anita
2. October, 2023.
A lot of people thinking training lessons isn’t necessary for a dog, as a dog owner for more than 20 years, I found out a training lessons is very important to a dog. Kevin and I bought Simba since he was 4 months old from an experience breeder, the breeder mentioned to us this breed of dog need a good obedience class as they are quite bully and aggressive and need proper training to correct him. We found TK Canine Training Center and we have put Simba to all level of obedience classes, Don not only corrected his bad behavior, he also corrected our way of training Simba as well. It’s absolutely an invaluable class and you will never regret sending your dog there. Beside obedience class, socialization class is also an important training to Simba, as he is now so friendly to other dogs and dog owners. We have also sent Simba to Agility class which brings him the Best Agility Champion of 2013. Thanks Don for all the training he provided us, we are so proud to have Simba as one of our family member.
Amanda & Kevin
1. October, 2023.
We have a Border Collie mix, which Don started teaching when he was 4 months old. At the beginning, he did not want to listen to our commands or follow us. However, after much work and persistence, Don showed us how to be a good pack leader, and more importantly how to maintain a good, healthy relationship with our dog. Now, Kage just completed the intermediate course, our dog is very disciplined. He knows to stay by our side unless we tell him not to, he knows to sit next to us when we stop, he knows how to play fetch, and now he can also go off leash.
3. October, 2023.
Thank you Don! Kovu went from being a menace in the household to everyone favourite member. You helped us understand why certain tactics were used and how to properly approach the situation. Kovu hasn't lost his witty personality but it's great to know he has a new level is respect for us.
3. October, 2023.
The training and lessons we acquired from Don’s classes have been invaluable in the growth and development of Pippin. We have been with Don since Pippin was a young pup of a few months, and we’re truly appreciated all the work of Don.
2. October, 2023.
Dear Don,
I would like to thank you for training Zaizai.
Before training at TK Canine Training Center, Zaizai was lack of confidence and very shy with people and dogs. After taking weekly obedience class and socialization class, I can see his improvement every week. He enjoys attending class every time and learns how to communicate with others. Now Zaizai has more and more self-confidence by taking the agility class. Thank you so much Don for helping Zaizai build up his confidence. Your customized training technique really works. Not only Zaizai has improvement,I improve the ability to control and to communicate. Now I believe there is a better and stronger bond between me and Zaizai and we are happier than ever before. Looking forward to learn more fun and interesting things from your class. So lucky to have you as our trainer!
2. October, 2023.
Donut started to attend basic obedience training when she was 3 months old. Before attending the course, Donut was shy, afraid and lack of confidence. With Don’s patience, guidance and expertise Donut has made a 180 degree change. We have gone through basic, intermediate and are now in advance training class plus weekly socialization class with Don. Don has taught us everything we need to know about not only obedience training but how to raise a canine in general. Don's knowledge of the canine mind proves very useful for us. With his assistance Donut is a well behaved canine, meets humans and other canines easily, and obeys our commands. We would highly recommend Don to anyone who is looking for a professional canine trainer.
Thanks Don!
From: Carman and Stanley
1. October, 2023.
I met Don @ TK Caine Training Centre 12 years ago when I had my first miniature schnauzer "Charcoal". Don has provided me with valuable advice on dog care, grooming and being a responsible owner by ensuring my dog was well trained. Don is patient, resourceful, and knowledgable of various training techniques and methods. His training is individualized to address the needs of both the owner and the dog. Don's training is "leadership" based, ensuring that the dog's response to obedience commands are consistent. Behaviours such as barking, housetraining, aggressiveness and fearfulness were effectively addressed and corrected. Charcoal lived a full happy life and volunteered as a Therapy Dog with St. John Ambulance visiting senior care homes for many years. When "Oyster" joined our family last December, we contacted Don immediately to schedule training. Oyster has just completed the Advanced Training Sessions, as a 10 month old puppy, he has already mastered many basic commands, and is completely reliable off leash. We continue to attend the weekly socialization class to increase his confidence and solidify his training. We also look forward to joining the agility training course in the future as the last it was so much fun!Sarah & Tim
1. October, 2023.
My name is Muiju, and I am seven months old right now. I began my first obedient class at TK Canine Training Centre when I was only two months old. Why did my mommy brought me here? It was because of my bad habits. I was peeing around the house and chewing everythings. AIso, even thought I was only few months old, my strength is beyond what my mommy can control. I had accidently hurts my mommy because of that. I did not understand what is proper behaviors. I just do whatever I felt so. Thanks to Don Chan, I learnt how to behave properly and social with other dogs. Now, whenever I go out, people praise my behavior and love to pet me. Thank you to TK Canine Training Centre.
3. October, 2023.
Olive is a miniature Australian Shepherd. Started to bite me at 4 months, won't bite other family members, I checked a lot of information on the Internet how to teach her, but it didn't help. A friend introduced TK dog training center. Olive has been carefully taught by Don, and my family and I must keep in mind Don's teaching and cooperate with his professional advice to help Olive get the best results. The scariest thing about Olive was not letting us talk to our friends on the street, she would just keep barking and even jump up and bite our friends, she would bark at any dog she met and we were frustrated and embarrassed. We can't let him go on, Olive improved a lot in a short period.
Don's care and patience will only make Olive focus on him and not be afraid of him. And I have a more stable relationship with Olive. Now we can talk to friend on the street and Olive could ignore other dogs on the street. I am really grateful to Don for his careful teaching so that we and Olive can live a happy life every day.
I would like to highly recommend to join the social class at TK Canine Training Centre which can really help Olive get along with other dogs. In the social class, she can also be trained to listen to the owner's instructions under off leash.
I appreciate Don to teach me and Olive during these period to help Olive grow up healthily. Professional knowledge and opinions can not be seen through the Internet alone, but need some professional tutors to help us, so that we can Help your dog grow up healthy. Be sure to discuss the research with your own trainer to get the best results. If we love our dogs, we must take them to TK Canine Training Centre. The owner and the dog are properly educated, that is the greatest love the owner gives them
1. October, 2023.
Thank you Don Chan! Your calm and charismatic demeanor helped me to be patient throughout the process. This training is a process. They don't give the dog a magic potion. However, with an outstanding owner like Don leading the pack, everyone is at ease. He taught my puppy Charlie to be a better and more respectful dog. More importantly, Don helped me be a better dog owner. This training is equally important for the owner as it is for the dog. The training establishes a mutually- respecting relationship between the dog and the owner. I highly recommend this training program for any dog. Make your life easier and make your dog happier.
3. October, 2023.
The coaches are professional and courteous, the fees are reasonable, and the training ground is large, clean and well-equipped. It is highly recommended
3. October, 2023.
Since Bobby was 2 months old until now, more than 10 years. Bobby and I have a very good time in socialization class and school party. Every time when Bobby meet Don, he is very very happy, Bobby from bad boy change to good boy, because we find a good school and Don help us a lot. Thanks Don
Eddie
2. October, 2023.
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
3rd Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
I am Coffee, a 3 years old Golden Retriever. Because of my big attitude and ego, I listen to nobody. Thus, my mommy takes me to training classes. At first, I show Don my attitude by sleeping thru his classes. However, with Don’s patience and love, I gave up. Now, I will only listen to Don because he is my one and only training master.
1. October, 2023.
大家好！ 我是一隻迷你史納莎狗，我五個月大就從美國來到溫哥華，我是新移民，我第一個媽媽是一個女孩子，她每天都要去上學，家裡只有我一個，媽媽不懂怎樣教導我，又沒有帶我去上課，所以我很頑皮，有很多壞習慣，例如在家隨處大小便，由其當我發脾氣的時候，我故意周圍瀨，激死我媽媽，後來她忍無可忍將我轉讓給別人，於是9個月大的時候，我又去到另一個新家庭，剛去到的時候，我真的有點兒害怕，不知道她們會不會對我好，又會不會像之前那個媽媽一樣，很快便遺棄我。 我的第二個媽媽是個更年青的女孩子，我又像之前一樣欺負她，把所有壞習慣都帶到新家去，照樣橫行，把這個新媽媽弄得欲哭無淚，而唯一不同的是她有帶我去一位老師那裡上課，希望我能變成一隻乖的小狗，可惜這位老師沒有教好我，可能叫教不適合，或缺乏經驗，上完一個課程後，我依然故我，無任何改變。後來，我外婆的朋友將我介紹到TK犬隻訓練中心， 她們的小狗也是在那裡做訓練的。於是，我就來到這接受訓練，第一次見到導師—DON老師，我便有一種莫明奇妙的親切感，我很喜歡這位老師，也很尊重他，在這裡上了兩次課，行為上已經有了改善，媽媽也很開心，再不用為我而煩惱，我自己也很開心，因為媽媽再不會罵我，不再見到我便搖頭嘆息。 我現在真真正正可以成為家中的一份子，可以和媽媽一起過著快樂的日子，多謝我最尊敬的DON老師，如果你們家也有一隻像我這樣頑皮的小狗，請你快些帶來這裡接受DON老師的訓練啦！拜拜。
3. October, 2023.
Don provides very good training courses and enjoyable social classes. There has been great improvement in my dog’s behavior and obedience. Thank You!
3. October, 2023.
Before taking classes Puzzle was very nervous with people and even dogs sometimes. She would always bark at unfamiliar people. After taking classes, Puzzle’s improvement is fantastic. During social classes, she is able to let many people she doesn’t know pet her and she is also very good with other dogs now.
Before taking classes Mojo was very stubborn, but now with the obedience classes she is improving more and more. Mojo is wonderful with everybody! The social class helps her see more dogs and people.
3. October, 2023.
Before starting the class, Luly was a very active and hyper dog. She would jump on everyone and play rough to the other dogs. After the training, she is now well behaved and obedient. She can off leash play gently with other dogs now and no problem to do the recall & commands without leash.
3. October, 2023.
When I had my first dog, which was a Doberman Pinscher, I brought it to TK Canine Training Centre. It had a lot of behaviour and aggression issues. Don was able to develop a training plan tailored to my dog's behaviour. He taught me how to develop my leadership skills. In turn, I developed a better relationship with my dog. For the next 14 years, my dog was not only my best companion but it was my family member. After my first dog passed away, my family and I brought our second Doberman Pinscher, Jayden. Immediately, I knew this dog was going to be very different from my first dog. When Jayden was 8 weeks old, I brought Jayden to Don to start it's training. Unlike other trainers who uses the same training plan for every dog breed, Don develops a training plan tailored to Jayden's behaviour and dog breed. The method Don taught me to train Jayden was very different compared to how I trained my first dog. During Don's training courses, I was able to build an everlasting relationship with Jayden and strengthen my leadership skills. Now, Jayden is friendly, happy, but more importantly, a well balance dog. Don made me understand that although Doberman is bred to be a protective guard dog, the breed of the dog does not dominate it's behaviour. Don's training classes are fun and interactive. He is truly the best trainer I have ever come across.
1. October, 2023.
First, some background info: About eighteen years ago, when I got my first German Shepherd puppy, I tried Don's class after trying four other trainers. She was a tough puppy to train for a first-time owner. We eventually succeeded in training her (you can see a picture of her balancing a tennis ball on her nose on the mural at TK Canine Training Centre), but I knew I could do better with my next dog. In July 2017, my husband and I brought our then newly adopted 6.5-year-old and 7-month-old German Shepherds to training with Don because working with him had worked the first time - and yes, we got two dogs in the span of three months. We've completed all the courses at TK Training (beginner, intermediate, advanced, agility) to great success and our dogs are often complimented on their calm and obedient behaviour, even though it wasn't like that at the beginning.
Don's lessons are private and are different from other trainers. His methods are step-by-step and clear. He does not use treats for obedience training and there is no group training. He emphasizes not only obedience but the care of the dog emotionally, physically, and mentally. Because he worked with us one-on-one, we were able to address specific issues with each dog. Our older, stubborn German Shepherd had been previously Schutzhund trained in German but had to re-learn the commands with us as new owners and in English. Our younger German Shepherd had issues with other dogs in addition to barking. Don showed us how to use words and the prong collar properly so that our communication with them was clear, and he taught us how to understand our dogs' behaviour in their actions and reactions. We used a lot of positive verbal reinforcement and praise.
We also signed up for the socialization classes that are held once a week. These classes are conducted in a safe environment which allowed for our dogs to become accustomed to other dogs (at first on-leash, then off) in polite, respectful ways. We attended the lessons and two socialization classes (rain, shine, and snow) once a week each - a total of 6 hours for each dog for a year. Even though we have now completed our private lessons, we still attend two hours of socialization each week.
One year later after the last of private lessons, we can say that our dogs are confident, well-behaved citizens of whom we are proud to be the parents and are comfortable taking out. The biggest improvement we have seen is in our younger German Shepherd who has done a complete 180 degrees in his behaviour. Those who know him remember his start to socialization class was lunging, growling, barking, and snarling. At the Special Events' Parties that Don hosts for his socialization classes, our younger German Shepherd mingled up to fifty dogs of varying sizes with no aggression whatsoever.
Without Don's training (and training of us), Tippy and Remmy wouldn't be the dogs that they are today. We now take them to other courses like agility, scent work, and swimming in a pool, knowing that we have the confidence to handle them, and knowing that the dogs know our expectations and have the confidence to know how to behave. In the last two months on a whim, we took him to the breed-specific Western Regionals Conformation Show and the Canadian Nationals (where he came first in both shows!), and we are happy to say that he tolerated all the other dogs at the competition where he was focused on his task, and didn't lunge or show aggression to other dogs. Even the judge and the handler loved him!
We speak highly of Don and highly recommend his training centre. Our goal was to have our dogs to be safe, well-behaved citizens in the community and at home. It was important that we committed to the time (in class and at home), effort, and cost of training them, and you will need to do the same if you want the same. There is no better reward than having obedient dogs as part of our family, and Don played a huge part in getting us there. The most important points that we will always remember from our private training with Don is to ask questions, that a prong collar is a tool (not a weapon), that verbal praise and physical petting go a long way, that there's always room for improvement, and that consistency and timing is EVERYTHING.
Thank you, Don, for your expertise and patience!
3. October, 2023.
Hi Don I just want to say thank u very much for helping me with Toby , I remember the first day when I came frustrate and defeated almost ready to give up Toby . I'm so very thankful I came to u, Know I enjoy Toby would not even think of giving him up we can walk he doesn't control me I control him no biting or chewing he listens I know what to do when he's not behaving thanks to u , look forward to working with u in the future . I highly recommend you and your training to anyone with a puppy or dog that does not obey, again thank u very much.
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Sincerely Simro
3. October, 2023.
Don is a great trainer.
3. October, 2023.
Ball Ball loves to meet his classmates every week. After training, he behaves very well. Thanks Don.
3. October, 2023.
Don is an amazing trainer. I like his approach of teaching dogs to become well mannered and that a dog's behaviour starts at home. Treats are used but very sparingly and there are no baby voices used to talk to dogs (huge pet peeve of ours). Don's method of training fits with our lifestyle.
3. October, 2023.
1st Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
2007 first time Cookie join the obedience context and got the first place. Don’s obedience class is well worth!
- Angela
3. October, 2023.
Professional dog training
2. October, 2023.
Winner of Mega Munch (Medium Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009 "Barko"
Winner of Best Agility (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007 "Barko"
Barko and Cookie is a brother, After I bought them, I find out Beagle is not easy to train, and I got two now! So I need a professional trainer to help me. I invite Don to my house to teach my two dogs. After training, they are huge difference, improve a lot. Thanks Don<
2. October, 2023.
Winner of Best Agility (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007 and 2008
Show in TV on Chinese New Year 2008
1999 Oct starts training in TK Canine Training Centre, Cyrus was adopted from Vancouver Pound Sept, 1999. He is more obey now, and very friendly with people and dog. He is my family member now! Thanks Don.
3. October, 2023.
Winner of Best Agility (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
Show in TV on Chinese New Year Eve 2008
Before class, Maya had very low confidence when dealing with people and other dogs. But after she start Don’s course, she improved drastically and was much more friendlier and approachable. In addition, the school offers numerous events such as Mid-Autumn festival, Halloween and different competitions. Maya enjoys attending to all these events.
- Scott
3. October, 2023.
Ying Ying started her first obedience class just a few days after she arrived to our home. She was 3 months old back then, and we were excited to see that she quickly learned various commands such as 'sit' and 'down'. We were very pleased with her improvement after she completed the intermediate level obedience classes, where she learned to follow commands even when she is off leash. These classes were really helpful so that Ying Ying learns to follow our instructions, and she can play with other dogs in a fun and safe way. Ying Ying will soon begin her first agility class and we can't wait to see her tricks and moves!
1. October, 2023.
Mallo仔一歲時我哋接佢番屋企，
我哋決定帶Mallo上堂，首先係初級班，
其實狗狗好聰明，只係我哋唔明佢哋脾性，行為，
其實狗狗好聰明，只係我哋唔明佢哋脾性，行為，
3. October, 2023.
Don is a great trainer. I've been going to him since I got my very first dog years ago and now with my second. Milo has started his first obedience class at just 3 months old, a couple of days after he arrived home. Don has taught him a variety of tricks and also how to behave around humans and dogs. He has taught Milo to be a very well-mannered and a lovable dog. Milo has only just been there for a couple of months, but I can already recognize Milo's progress drastically increase
3. October, 2023.
This is a great place for our new puppy! A lot of useful guidelines and what's dos and don'ts. The instructor Don is very patient and experienced. Highly recommend.
2. October, 2023.
1st Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
Kinki began obedience behavioral class when she was 3 months old. She is now 7 years old and continues to attend class every Sunday. She has been a wonderful dog and truly well behaved. Thank you Don for all your help over the years.
3. October, 2023.
We bought LokLok when he is 7 weeks; he was a very cute, lovely, and sweet baby in that moment. However, we found out that he became aggressive and dominant while he was growing up. We used to take him to the training course in other pet centre, but it was not useful. Not even that, his bad behaviours became worse and worse. He was chewing the furniture all the time, dragging and biting the leash while walking in the outside, escaping many times, roughing to other dogs, and even biting us very severely. I was so scared to walk with LokLok because he would bite the leash and me in order to try to escape. Fortunately, LokLok improves a lot since he was trained by Don for 2 months. Now, LokLok doesn’t chew the furniture, drag and bite the leash anymore, he is also friendlier to other dogs and us. So, walking and playing with LokLok is not stressful anymore, it becomes an enjoyable thing for me. Don is not only train LokLok well, he also corrects our miss behaviours, and teaches us how to handle some special situations and train LokLok properly. I would like to thx Don, without you LokLok will not have this huge improvement.
3. October, 2023.
It makes a significant difference after attending the training class. Most Important observed from the interaction with other dogs. Heartfelt appreciation to Don of TK Canine Training.
3. October, 2023.
TK Canine Training Centre, Good Dog training center.!!
1. October, 2023.
I want to thank Don for training my dog Happy. Happy is 2 years old now, but when he was a puppy, he was very naughty. Every time when I walk with him, he would bark and jump at people and other dogs. But with Don's training, Happy became very obedient and much calmer. He learned to socialize with other dogs in the social class in a calm and proper way, as well he learned to follow my commands in the obedience class. Now he is very friendly to my friends, neighbors and other dogs. A lot of my friends praise Happy as a wonderful dog with very good manner. Thanks again to Don and his training, he taught me all the good tips and skills to communicate with Happy. Now I am really happy to see the big change in Happy and enjoy even more to walk with him.
3. October, 2023.
To: DON CHAN
Don is a professional and experienced dog trainer. He told me many dog-related information and taught me many technique to correct my dog's bad behavior. His class is very interactive that my dog and I are love to attend.
Alice Liu & Carrie Liu 8/11/2011
2. October, 2023.
3rd Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
1st place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2005
Hyuri was a very bad girl before, but when she finished the training course in TK Canine Training Centre, she is more improved and every time she doing very well in school with my trainer Don.
thanks Don.
Joe
1. October, 2023.
We have been training Fina with Don since she was 12 weeks old. Fina’s behavior and demeanor have improved by leaps and bounds ever since. We love that Don taught us to be the leader and trained without using treats. His training techniques are reliable and target the root of the problems. We would recommend Don to anyone who really wants to have a well balanced dog for their family.
Your truly,
Robert and Carol
2. October, 2023.
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
Winner of Balance Ball in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
Show in TV on Chinese New Year Eve 2008
Before coming to Don’s training classes, controlling Happy is "Mission Impossible". After attending Don’s classes, controlling Happy becomes "Mission Accomplished"!
-John
1. October, 2023.
Thank you so much for all the guidance you've given Belka and us!
Belka started beginner obedience and social lessons back in the summer of 2016. She started off very nervous around other dogs, but under Don’s patient guidance she quickly became much more confident. She has even made some best friends, and plays with them all the time during socials! Her behaviour has significantly improved - she now listens to commands and is able to socialize with other dogs. The first agility class further increased her confidence, and now she’s able to leap over obstacles and go into tunnels off-leash. Our entire family feels much more relaxed when we take Belka out on walks.
Thank you Don!
Belka and Family
3. October, 2023.
We are very happy that Momo is participating in Don’s social class. He is well behaved and obedient since attending these classes. Don is definitely very professional and caring in his handling and training of dogs.
2. October, 2023.
Our Rosa is a very outspoken dog during her daily struts around the neighborhood, yet on the inside she continues to carry a sense of nervousness especially around unfamiliar dogs. During an outing at a local park when she was still a young pup, Rosa was attacked by an off leash dog which affects her deeply to this day. We decided to enroll her in the Obedience Training class with hopes of nurturing her confidence back and broadening her stride. At the TK Canine Training Centre, she was under the care of Don, a highly experienced trainer who understood her every emotion and behavioral cue. Don's methods were very effective and applied with such attention and understanding, Rosa was able to learn basic commands almost immediately. Rosa continues to improve weekly, becoming more poised and certain by attending Socialization classes with her canine classmates.
3. October, 2023.
She was trained by Don when she was 11 months old. We have being going to their weekend socialization class for 11 years now and it's pretty fun.
1. October, 2023.
I registered my chocolate lab, Luna, when she was 10.5 months old for basic obedience classes with Don. While I initially believed that training lessons were unecessary as a first time dog owner, I realized that Luna was becoming unmanageable during walks and she was misbehaving quite often both at home and when I took her out.
Thanks to Don's basic obedience classes and socialization classes, I learned how to properly train Luna. Most importantly, I learned how to walk Luna using a prong collar which helped her to socialize better with other humans and dogs during our walks, while also decreasing her amount of pulling on the leash.
Don's training lessons have really improved Luna's behavior overall. From a young puppy who would used to lunge, bark, and growl during walks, I can now enjoy long walks with her without having to worry about her being disruptive with both other dogs and humans, and she has learned to heel properly during walks as she is able to walk along side me the majority of the time. Her socialization skills and behavior have improved immensely and I would highly recommend Don as a dog trainer. Thank you Don for all of your work!
Sincerely, Laura and Luna
2. October, 2023.
1st place of Best Costume in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
Since Hugo is 6 months old, he start training. And finished Basic, intermediate, agility class. Now every Sunday Hugo still go to school for the socialization class, he show very very happy to see his classmate and Don. In the training , I can see him improved everyday. Before training Hugo was a rascal, but after training in Don's Training Centre, he become well behaved, lovely handsome boy. every one like him in my family even stranger on the street. Thanks to Don's patience in training, change my Hugo become a lovely baby! Thanks Don.
Janice
3. October, 2023.
Don is a master! After doing extensive research on trainers I came across TK and have never looked back! We have been working with Don for the last 10 months with Gus (our 1 year old Bernese Mountain Dog) and we have seen a night and day difference! Don's attention to detail and methods on how to deal with certain behavioral characteristics have been nothing short of phenomenal! My wife and I have had nothing but a positive experience with the TK Canine training center and the family atmosphere it creates. If you want to learn proper canine leadership and if you want a dog who doesn't require a treat for every command you give (like the 90% of trainers) this is the place and Don is the trainer!
1. October, 2023.
Dear Don Since you began training Toby as a puppy he has truly become a fine young gentleman and everyone comments on his good behavior and discipline. You definitely are the Canadian "Dog Whisperer". I know we will be learning from your guidance and expert advice for many years to come and we thank you very much.
Carol and Toby
2. October, 2023.
1st Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
1st place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
Winner of Balance Ball in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
1st place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
I am so lucky I find a good Training School for my dog. In the school I learn a lot of thing about dog, the training not only sit and down than simple, Don teach the dog without food to obey the command, and teach me how to handle and take care my dog, so I learn a lot from Don. Mario and I still continues to attend socialization class every Sunday. And Don school have a lot of party for the students, every one is very enjoy it. Thanks Don for all your help over the years.
2. October, 2023.
3rd Place of Best Obedient(Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
We adopted Lok Lok when he was 4 years old. Back then, we had little control over his behavior! Taking him out for a walk was stressful, because he was constantly dragging the leash and was not friendly to other dogs. He would even do dangerous things such as running out onto the streets just to chase a plastic bag! We tried another dog training place, but had no luck until we met Don at 'TK Canine Training Centre'. Ever since then, we noticed gradual improvement in his behavior. Now, Lok Lok is kind and patient, and can join dog parties off leash! Lok Lok's personality changed so much that many of my friends find it hard to believe that he's the same dog we adopted. We wouldn't have such a great time with our dog without Don's help. Don is skilled and konwledgeable about dogs and their behavior. We've learned a pleasant and positive way to train Lok Lok. At the same time, Lok Lok also really enjoys the weekly social lessons. Don is fantastic and I highly recommend him!
3. October, 2023.
Don is a professional and caring dog trainer. Ever since I took a lesson from him with my dog she has been absolutely obedient.
3. October, 2023.
Don is a professional trainer. The whole training process was enjoyable. Great improvement of my dog’s behavior can been seen during the process. Thank You Don!!
3. October, 2023.
Don:
We would like to thank you for training Oreo. When Oreo came to us, he was a puppy of 6 months and we had a lot of growing to do together! Without you, that process would have been much more difficult. He is now over a year old and he is the perfect dog - he is very happy, listens to commands, is obedient and is almost the perfect dog! Your techniques and patience in training Oreo has been invaluable and absolutely wonderful. I would highly recommend anyone looking for dog training to come to you!Thank you!
Jeremy
3. October, 2023.
Kuzco has learnt so much from Don. From a dog who never listens to commands, to a dog that walks quite well unleashed. The socialization classes are extremely helpful in helping Kuzco become an extremely friendly dog. Thank you very much for your help.
3. October, 2023.
My puppy is very calm and has a good training time! Very friendly and helpful instructor!
3. October, 2023.
Prince's improvement in behavior since coming to Don's for obedience training has been amazing. Thanks to Don, Prince does all this on leash and off leash commands with little effort. He is always excited to go to Don's for training, and always looking forward to fun times there. Thanks Don for making Prince a happier dog, and thanks Don again for making the whole "Prince" experience more rewarding for us!!!
3. October, 2023.
Every week, Max expects to come to school, meets his classmates. He is very well behaved and very happy to play with other dogs in the class. Thank You Don.
2. October, 2023.
Winner of Best Agility (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
1st Place of Best Costume (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
Yogi is a Yellow Labrador Retriever, first time when I saw him, I feel he need a home. Therefore, Yogi and me never leave each other. I took Yogi to Don's Training School, let him have chance to learn more things, and learn what is the right socialization, teach him how to play with other dog and people, after training he become a well behaved.
I also learn from Yogi, he let me know love and patience is important between people and people. So, Thank you so much Don. You teach me a lot! Thanks Again.
Nancy
2. October, 2023.
Oliver has been training with Don since he was a little over 2 months old. He has the typical terrier attitude but his behaviour has improved drastically since his training. Don’s training is not treat dependant therefore, allowing the owners to really develop a leader and pack relationship with their dog. With Don’s experience and knowledge of canines Oliver is able to train and play in a save environment where every pup is treated with love and care.
3. October, 2023.
Bailey has changed a lot after training with Don. When he was a puppy he had a lot of bad habits, such as pulling at our parts, but now he is much more well-behaved and fun to play with! Thanks Don!
3. October, 2023.
Since Mocha was 6 months old we have been attending Don’s obedience and social classes. We enjoy these classes and believe it truly helped shaped Mocha’s behavior for the better. Thanks Don!
3. October, 2023.
Don is great and I highly recommend Don to anyone who wants to get their dog trained
3. October, 2023.
After each class, Choco and I learned more. Choco learned how to behave greatly and I learned how to communicate peacefully with my Choco. Thanks for every class that changes Choco a lot! Of course, Thanks for the instructor – DON.
3. October, 2023.
Before starting the class, Bailey was a rascal. She would jump on everyone and pulled us during our walks. Now after taking Don’s off leash and socialization class, Bailey is well behaved on and off leash.
2. October, 2023.
We knew we would face a lot of challenges in training our puppy when we decided to have a Shiba Inu. It is not the easiest breed to train after all. After Toshi had all his necessary shots at four and a half months old, we brought him to Don and we never look back. Don is a remarkable trainer. He customizes his training to our concerns and specific to Toshi's behaviour . Right from the get-go, Toshi already complied with Don's instructions at the first class. Throughout the basic obedience training class, we learned basic commands so that we're able to interact with Toshi in positive ways. Within a very short time, he no longer displayed undesirable behaviours such as chewing the furniture or going upstairs (we decided it is off-limit to him). Besides the obedience training, Toshi has been going to the social class. He has come a long way in terms of interacting properly with other dogs of different breeds and age. Toshi is at the intermediate obedience training class now. He looks forward to every class and so do we. Don is not just a great trainer, he also provides great resources when it comes to grooming and taking care of Toshi. Going to T.K. Canine Training Centre is one of our best decisions we've ever made for Toshi. We recommend Don to every owner who wants to have nothing but the best training for their pets.
1. October, 2023.
Our Taichi started his training at TK since he is 6 months old. From mastering the down command to heeling during walks, from the Inappropriate interaction with people to have a good solialization skills... Don progresses the training at Taichi's pace and takes time to impart the lessons so that Taichi really does learn. We will continue to come to Don's class and would like to recommend this school to you too!
3. October, 2023.
We enrolled Milo in TK’s puppy and intermediate classes since he was 4 months old. Don has a lot of knowledge about training and caring for dogs. His extensive experience and effective techniques helped raise Milo to be a perfect member of our family. I am truly thankful for his training tips in targeting specific behavioral problems and we highly recommend his services.
Thanks,
Alan, Debbie, and Milo
3. October, 2023.
Don is fantastic trainer! Russell used to be extremely nervous around other dogs. After working with Don, Russell listens better and is generally a happier dog. Thanks Don!!
1. October, 2023.
I brought my Doberman Bobby for training at TK since he was three months old. Bobby is a typical Doberman,V
Augest, 2014
3. October, 2023.
Whisky began obedience class when he was a few months old. He is now 7 years old. He loves to come to the social class to see Don and his classmates. Thank You Don.
3. October, 2023.
After every class, I found my bingo is more lovely than I thought. Don’s classes improve him a lot. Thank You Don.
3. October, 2023.
We are so lucky to have Don to be our dog trainer. Thanks to Don’s structured dog training program, my 9 months old Bo Bo can now become a good obedience dog. Bo Bo learns how to behave after Don’s professional advices and positive attitude. Thanks Don.
2. October, 2023.
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Large Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
Mui Mui has been attending class since she was a puppy. From a timid puppy, she is now a happy out-going doggy. Thanks to Don, Mui Mui’s life wouldn’t be the same without him.
2. October, 2023.
1st place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) & Winner of Best Agility (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
Show in TV on Chinese New Year 2008
Before taking classes, Kolby was difficult to control and misbehaved often. Ever since Kolby started Don’s classes, I noticed a huge difference. Kolby began to listen to my commands and he loves to attend Don’s classes.
2. October, 2023.
3rd Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2007
Before classes, Creammie was disobedient. Now, he is extremely well behaved.
2. October, 2023.
"River has been training with Don since he was 12 weeks old. With Don's great guidance and support, we have seen improvements from River every week! River has learned proper social manners and is very well-behaved both indoor and outdoor. We have finished the basic obedience training and now working on the intermediate training. We look forward to the lesson every week as we learn many new things. Don is a very patient and experienced trainer and he thrives to provide support to meet individual's needs. River also attends the socialization class every Sunday, where he meets with his friends and learns social skills. I found the socialization classes very useful as River learns how to communicate with other dogs. We are very thankful to have found such a great dog trainer! Thank you so much Don!!!"
Jane
3. October, 2023.
Our baby "Jelly" has become so much more adorable after undergoing training with "Uncle Don" Thanks Don
3. October, 2023.
Don knows what he's doing, highly recommend.
Obedience training is over and the difference it made with my dog is amazing. Don has been kind throughout the whole time and even accommodated my schedule even at short notice due to covid. Thank you so much Don.
2. October, 2023.
We first brought Luna when she was seven months old to TK Canine Training Center, and at that time she occasionally started misbehaving at home even though she had gotten prior training at Petsmart. I decided to bring Luna to TK Canine Training Center because a friend highly recommended this place. Luna started attending classes at the basic level, and now has advanced to the intermediate classes. She has been learning and improving every class. Because of TK Canine Training Center, Luna's behaviour has greatly improved at home. She has also become more social due to social classes every Sunday. We would like to thank Don for all his patience, understanding and his ability to teach Luna.
1. October, 2023.
Hi Don, Ying Ying started her first obedience class just a few days after she arrived to our home. She was 3 months old back then, and we were excited to see that she quickly learned various commands such as 'sit' and 'down'. We were very pleased with her improvement after she completed the intermediate level obedience classes, where she learned to follow commands even when she is off leash. These classes were really helpful so that Ying Ying learns to follow our instructions, and she can play with other dogs in a fun and safe way. Ying Ying will soon begin her first agility class and we can't wait to see her tricks and moves!
Thanks, Alex Leung
3. October, 2023.
2nd Place of Best Obedient (Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2009
3rd Place of Best Obedient(Small Breed) in Dog Show Extravaganza 2008
Honey is my adopted dog. When she comes into my home, she has no rule at all. I took her to Don’s class and I practice the skill and exercise taught by Don. In year 2008, she got the 3rd place in the obedience context.
- Angela
3. October, 2023.
Kilgour (Baby) shows great improvement in his behaviour & obedient after taken the classes. He enjoys spending time with his friends in social class. As a MOM, I know how to teach baby rather than spoil him. Don, Thank you for your patience & effort, you such a GREAT PROFESSIONAL trainer.
3. October, 2023.
Before coming to the training course, my toy poodle was extremely hyper and hard to control, but after attending the beginner course, followed by the intermediate course, I was able to control her even without a leash. Thanks Don!
2. October, 2023.
Show in TV on Chinese New Year Eve 2008
Happy began training at 1.5 years old. She just completed intermediate obedience course. After completing the course, she has become much more well behaved. Now looks forward to socialization class every Sunday to see all his friends. Don, thank you for all your effort and endless patience to Happy.
- Pandora
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