819 919-3486 80 chemin Moulton Hill, Sherbrooke, QC. mary@paragonpooch.com

FORCE-FREE, EFFECTIVE, SCIENCE-BASED TRAINING

Services

At-Home Consultation

A thorough assessment of the dog's history, behaviour, home life, and owner's abilities as a dog handler. It's used to create a training programme suited to both the owner and dog's needs.

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Private Training

Private classes offer clients one-on-one attention, scheduling flexibility and customized training suited to both dog and handler. Available for either general obedience or specific behaviour issues or goals. Owners learn science-based, positive training techniques.

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Group Classes

Group classes offer clients affordability and the chance to meet and train with other dogs. Classes are small and follow a set comprehensive curriculum. Owners learn positive, science-based training techniques.

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Behaviour Problem Solving

Does your dog have some behaviours that are driving you crazy? Or worse, does he have some troubling behaviours that may jeopardize you being able to keep him? Getting professional help early is your best bet for turning things around.

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Day Training

You need your dog trained, but don't have the time or know-how to do it? No problem, leave it to a pro to do the lion's share of the training.

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Online training

Train your dog from the comfort of your own home. Consultations, group and private classes can all be done successfully online. Don't worry, I'll help you with the tech!

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Private Dog Park

Give your dog the joy and freedom to run and explore off leash in safety without the stress of encountering other dogs.

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Mary MacLachlan CPDT-KA, BAH, BEd, MEd

As a certified teacher as well as professional dog trainer, Mary has the expertise to help both dog and owner be successful.

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Credentials and Memberships

Testimonials

"My puppy, Daisy, has learned a great deal with her training classes, and I am proud of the advances she has made. Paragon Pooch is better than any expectation I could have ever had."

Susan, owner of Daisy, golden doodle
"We’ve grown a lot as dog owners thanks to your support, and it’s made a big difference in our relationship with our dog. She’s already shown so much improvement, and we feel confident continuing the training on our own with all the tools, tips, and exercises you’ve shared with us."

Carole, owner of Murphy, husky mix
"The training was very helpful for not only training my dog but also training myself in order to know how to interact and train my dog most effectively. Mary is extremely accommodating for the individual needs of the trainee and goes out of her way to ensure a positive experience. "

Eva, Owner of Myla, Cuban rescue

FORCE-FREE, EFFECTIVE, SCIENCE-BASED TRAINING

At-Home Consultation

Private Training

Group Classes

Behaviour Problem Solving

Day Training

Online training

Private Dog Park

Mary MacLachlan CPDT-KA, BAH, BEd, MEd

Credentials and Memberships

"My puppy, Daisy, has learned a great deal with her training classes, and I am proud of the advances she has made. Paragon Pooch is better than any expectation I could have ever had."

"We’ve grown a lot as dog owners thanks to your support, and it’s made a big difference in our relationship with our dog. She’s already shown so much improvement, and we feel confident continuing the training on our own with all the tools, tips, and exercises you’ve shared with us."

"The training was very helpful for not only training my dog but also training myself in order to know how to interact and train my dog most effectively. Mary is extremely accommodating for the individual needs of the trainee and goes out of her way to ensure a positive experience. "