Your Dog Training Journey Starts Here

Discover the comprehensive dog training services offered by Invictus Canine in Hamilton, Ontario. Whether you're a first-time dog owner or aiming for competitive sports, we provide tailored programs to unleash your dog's full potential.

Welcome to Training – Even if You’ve Never Done It Before

If you’ve never trained a dog before, you’re in the right place. Many of the people I work with come to me feeling the same way—unsure of where to start, worried about making mistakes, or even thinking their dog might be “too stubborn” or “too wild” to learn. The good news? None of that is true.

Dog training doesn’t require you to be an expert. It just requires patience, guidance, and a plan. That’s where I come in. What You Can Expect: Step-by-step guidance, Clear communication, Real results and Confidence building. Common Concerns New Dog Owners Have: “What if I mess it up?”, “My dog is too hyper / stubborn / distracted.”, “I don’t even know where to begin.”

Why Train With Me? I believe dog training should be an enjoyable experience, not a stressful one. You’ll find that sessions are practical, encouraging, and tailored to your goals. You don’t need to come in with any experience—I’ll meet you exactly where you and your dog are today.

Ready to Begin? Training your dog doesn’t just teach them good manners—it builds trust, strengthens your relationship, and makes life together so much easier. Whether you’re brand new to this or just need guidance, I’m here to help you succeed.

What We Offer

Whether you want a well-behaved family companion or have bigger goals in sport, we’ve got you covered:

  • Pet Obedience – Teach your dog good manners, reliable recall, leash walking, and calm behavior at home or in public.
  • IGP Training – Comprehensive sport training in:
    • Obedience – Building focus, precision, and control.
    • Tracking – Developing your dog’s natural scenting abilities.
    • Protection – Safe, structured bitework with control and confidence.

Specialized IGP / Schutzhund Training

We offer specialized training in IGP (Schutzhund), designed for all levels of handlers and dogs. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to take your performance to the next level, we are here to guide you.

As international competitors, trainers, and helpers, we bring firsthand experience and proven success to every session. We can help you in all three phases of IGP:

  • Obedience – Building precision, focus, and control.
  • Tracking – Developing accuracy, consistency, and confidence on the track.
  • Protection – Structured, safe, and powerful work under the guidance of an experienced helper.

We welcome all breeds and tailor training to each dog’s ability and temperament. From beginner handlers just starting out to advanced competitors chasing podium finishes, our goal is simple: to help you reach your full potential as a team.

👉 Let us help you unleash your dog’s working ability and achieve your goals.

"Invictus Canine helped me transform my energetic German Shepherd into a focused and obedient companion. Their expertise in IGP training is unmatched!"

Sarah Miller