K9 EDGE

Customized in-home training that works

Real life solutions For Family dogs

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Meadow

-The K9 Edge Dog-

“Chris explained the why behind everything. It just made sense — and it worked.”

— Alicia P., Beaumont

“We saw results immediately. Our home is calmer and our dog is thriving.”

— Daniel W., Edmonton

“Chris didn’t just train our dog — he trained us. The change started that same night.”

— Megan T., Leduc

START IMMEDIATELY!

SEE RESULTS!

Build a deeper connection with your dog.

In-home training, online booking, flexible daytime/evening timeslots

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From public service, to pet professional…

After 32 years in law enforcement, I turned my lifelong passion for dogs into a full-time mission: helping people live in harmony with their canine companions.

I provide private, in-home dog training across Edmonton and the Capital Region, offering tailored plans that work in real life — where your dog lives and learns.

My approach is calm, force-free, and rooted in science — focused not just on behaviour, but on building connection.

Chris Edge - Canadian Police Exemplary Service Medal Recipient (2018)

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  • Professional Dog Trainer

  • Behaviour Specialist

  • Service Dog Coach

Helping families build stronger relationships with their dogs through trust, clarity, and kind communication.

Educational Highlights and Experience:

Karen Pryor Dog Training Professional - Karen Pryor Academy

Dog Behaviour and Training Methodology Program - Edmonton Humane Society

H.I.T.S. Police and Military K9 Trainers Conference - Chicago, IL

Service Dog Coach - Cooperative Paws USA

PTSD Service Dog Task Training - Cooperative Paws USA

Specialty Retrieve for Service Dogs - Cooperative Paws USA

Living and Learning with Animals - Dr. Susan Friedman

Aggression in Dogs - Michael Shikashio

Behaviour Adjustment Training 2.0 for Aggression, Fear, and Anxiety in Dogs - Grisha Stewart

Canine Reactive Behaviour Advanced Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Canine Anatomy & Physiology Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Canine Anxiety Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Canine Nutrition & Health Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Canine First Aid and CPR - Walks n' Wags K9 First Aid

Rescue Dog Advanced Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Better Veterinary Visits - Karen Pryor Academy

Veterinary Continuing Education Platform - Vetfolio

Senior Dog Care Course - Canine Principles UK

Karen Pryor Puppy Start Right Instructor - Karen Pryor Academy

Canine Communication and Social Behaviour - Doggone Safe

Fenzi Dog Academy Conference - Fenzi Dog Academy

Mission Ready K9 Fitness - Northeast K9 Conditioning

Meet Chris Edge

Canine Aggression and Bite Prevention Summit - Pet Professional Guild

Empowered Puppy Raising - Grisha Stewart

Canine Pharmacology Advanced Certificate - Canine Principles UK

Dog Training Foundations - Karen Pryor Academy

Dog Bite Safety Educator - Doggone Safe

Dog Wellness Seminar - Turid Rugaas

Association of Professional Dog Trainers Conference - APDT

Canine Freestyle - Karen Pryor Academy

Dog Sports Essentials - Karen Pryor Academy

PTSD Service Dog Task Training - Cooperative Paws Service Dog Training

AND MORE!

My commitment to continuous learning and evolution is unmatched!

Available consult services

Reactivity

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Leash Handling

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Aggression

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Puppy Prep

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Dogs & Children

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Manners

Rescues

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Groups & Seminars

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Professionalism in Dog Training

The dog training industry has evolved — and so have expectations.

Today’s true professionals aren’t just good with dogs; they’re educated, accountable, and committed to ongoing learning.

Like other caregiving fields, we now follow codes of conduct, collaborate globally, and move far beyond the days of “their dog listens, so they must be a good trainer.”

Your dog is a sentient being and a valued part of your family. You deserve a trainer who treats that relationship with the respect and care it warrants.

My commitment to education is unmatched in Alberta. I’m a member of the industry’s most respected professional organizations, and I’ve trained under world-renowned behaviour experts. I am one of few Canadian representatives found at major dog training conferences across the continent.

My approach blends perspectives from across the field to bring clients proven, force-free strategies that strengthen the human-animal bond and deliver real results.

I can help any dog.

Licenced / Insured

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(including vulnerable sectors)

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