OUR GUESTS.
Q:
Does 780 take puppies?
A: Yes, 780 welcomes all ages from 12 weeks to seniors.
Q:
Can 780 supervise intact males or females in heat?
A: Yes, the choice to neuter, spay, or alter to breed standards is the owners.
Also, our amenities offer communal, semi-private, or exclusive intermingling.
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Especially if your female's in season, let us know to accommodate.
Q:
Can 780 house reactive or aggressive dogs?
A: Yes, our staff & facilities specialize in the more challenging temperaments.
Also, we can provide leashed-walks to ensure safe social-time rather than free play.
Q:
Can 780 safekeep Pit Bulls?
A: Yes, we partnered with PBFL for 8+ years, all breeds are welcome.
Q:
Can 780 accommodate high-drive K9's?
A: Yes, our members include 1
st responder canines such as Search & Rescue, EPS, & RCMP furballs.
We also have Personal Protection K9's of our own.
FACILITIES & STAFF.
Q:
Does 780 have indoor & outdoor amenities?
A: Yes, we have 2 octagon buildings & 4 fenced dog parks.
Q:
Are staff certified?
A: Yes, we have the knowledge & skills to teach any canine to any level of professional service.
ENVIRONMENT.
Q:
Does 780 have air-conditioned rooms?
A: Yes, Wi-Fi monitors air conditioning during summer & heat in winter.
Q:
Does 780 have in-floor heating?
A: No, this can cause a medical concern known as "hot spots".
Q:
Can multiple furballs share space together?
A: Yes, we can remove walls so that canines from the same household can lodge together.
Just let us know if they need to be fed separately or any other quirks to ensure cohesiveness during their visit.
PRICING.
Q:
Can guests be picked up or dropped off outside regular hrs?
A: Possibly, the more notice given helps everyone, and yes, we charge $20.
Q:
Why does 780 charge $2.50 for owner supplied raw food?
A: Fees cover daily fridge, freezer, sanitization, & handling responsibilities.
Q:
How much is the daily rate?
A: $25 non-members or $20 for members. Each consecutive pet is $2.50 less.
MEMBERSHIP.
Q:
Why get membership?
A: 1 free day visit, board, & personal lesson per month. Plus, services are cheaper.
Also, free monthly pack walks & members' only off-leash parks; for focused & continuous socialization.
Q:
Do you have to purchase membership to use 780 services?
A: No, membership offers savings & freebies if wanted.
Q:
Is the cost per dog?
A: No, membership covers all canines in your household for only $199/ yr.
Q:
Can I purchase membership online?
A: No, we can do over-the-phone with a credit card or in-person.
Q:
Once I sign up, is membership charged automatically ever year?
A: No, membership expires 365 days after purchase.
Q:
How do I get free membership?
A: If you register for 3 months of puppy school or if you are a 1
st responder with valid government ID.
FREEBIES.
Q:
Can I save up the monthly freebies?
A: No, they expire every month if not used.
Q:
Do the monthly freebies expire?
A: Yes, if not used in the month.
DAY TRAINS.
Q:
Do I have to pay for my critter to get attention & exercise?
A: No, enrichment options are bonus attention for our guests.
For example, sensitive rescues bloom from extra petting time in the intro-phase.
Working breeds benefit from 1-on-1 attention geared to their genetics such as scent detection or agility.
Behavioural.
Q:
What behaviour patterns & issues can 780 help with?
A: Separation anxiety, destructive, hyper-active, barking, digging, jumping, fence fighting, human & dog reactive, resource guarding, dangerous adult dogs, impulse control, focus, fearful, excitable.
Commands.
Q:
What commands can 780 help with?
A: Basic, intermediate, & advanced.
Crating, leash manners, sit, down, heel, come, drop, take, fetch, speak, tug, leave-it.
Advanced skills.
Q:
What do you mean by advanced skills?
A: Socialization, integration, service, therapy, emotional support, guide, good neighbour testing, protection, guard, k-9, police, search and rescue, tracking, agility, scent detection, leash reactivity.
Q:
Can 780 help with showing in the ring?
A: Yes, we help the handler to dog relationship through communication for Gaiting, Stacking, & Judges Exam results.
Methods.
Q:
What kind of training methods does 780 use?
A: Every dog is unique.
Depends on age, sex, breed(s), drives, history, personality, core characteristics, & trust in your relationship.
BOOKING YOUR CONSULT.
Q:
Are consults mandatory?
A: No, just a recommendation to provide peace of mind.
Q:
How long do the consults take?
A: About 10 minutes of the owner's time on drop-off as we focus more on the pet while they're left with us for a minimum of 2 hrs.
Then we can provide meaningful information on pick-up to aid the decision making process.
Q:
What days do you book consults?
A: Sunday to Friday, just closed Saturdays.
Q:
How much are consults?
A: $25
Q:
Do I have to pre-pay before booking a consult?
A: No, pay after the service if you're happy.
Q:
If I'm not happy with my consult, do I have to pay?
A: No, If not completely satisfied with your consult, enjoy our 100% money-back guarantee.
Q:
Do I bring my critter?
A: Yes, we concentrate on man's best-friend.
Q:
How do I book my consult?
A:
Email us.
Q:
What if I'm not ready to book a consult yet?
A: Learn more
about 780 and
boarding, and
training, and
classes, and
daycare.
CONTACT US.
Q:
How can I get more information not listed here?
A: Good question,
contact us.
IN THE COMMUNITY.
Q:
What awards has 780 won?
A:
People's Choice 2016,
Best Business 2019 &
2020.
Q:
What accreditations & certifications does 780 hold?
A:
Better Business Bureau,
Greater Parkland Regional Chamber,
IACP,
PIJAC,
CAPDT,
Kennel Management,
Certified Master Trainer, &
Pet First-Aid.
Q:
What reference letters does 780 hold?
A:
PBFL,
SCARS,
PMRF,
4H Alberta, &
DCAS.