THE NEW CHAPTER
At Alpine K9 Training Centre in Portage la Prairie, training is about more than obedience. It's about building a clear, lasting relationship between you and your dog through trust, respect, and meaningful communication.
With more than 1,000 dogs trained, every program is tailored to your dog's personality, history, and individual needs. Our most popular program, Day Train, gives your dog the opportunity to learn in a structured environment while returning home to you each evening. It's the perfect balance of professional training, real-world practice, and owner involvement, creating lasting results that carry into everyday life.
Our approach is built on balance, leadership, and connection. We don't just teach commands, we help dogs develop the confidence, emotional regulation, and life skills they need to navigate the world calmly and successfully.
Whether your dog joins us for Day Train, Leash Camp, Structured Daycare, Board & Train, or 1:1 Training, every program is designed to create meaningful, lasting change. You'll receive expert guidance, ongoing support, and practical strategies that strengthen the relationship between you and your dog long after training ends.
At Alpine K9, our goal is simple: to help you build a dog that is calm, engaged, and fully integrated into your everyday life.
Not sure which program is right for you? Explore our training options or get in touch. We're here to help you find the best path forward for you and your dog.
LEASH CAMP
Program
Leash Camp is a focused 2-day training program designed to reset your dog’s relationship with the leash and build calm, connected walking.
Over two structured training days, we work on leash communication, engagement, impulse control, and exposure to real-life distractions, helping your dog learn how to move with you rather than against the leash.
This program goes beyond stopping pulling, it builds clarity, confidence, and regulation, giving you practical skills that carry into everyday walks.
Day Train
Program
Day Train is a focused, relationship-centered program designed to create lasting behavioural change.
Over four structured days (No Overnight Boarding), we guide your dog to develop calm confidence, impulse control, and reliable manners through rewards-based methods, clear communication, and calm leadership.
Each session strengthens understanding between dog and handler, helping your dog learn how to make thoughtful choices and respond consistently, building skills that endure long after the program ends.
Puppy Foundations
Ideal for puppies ready to build the skills, confidence, and emotional foundations they need for everyday life.
Over four full training days, I focus on foundational obedience, engagement, confidence, socialization, environmental exposure, and essential life skills.
Through training games, enrichment, and structured rest, your puppy will build focus, confidence, and emotional regulation.
You’ll receive weekly progress updates and personalized homework to continue training at home.
3 day
Board & Train
The 3-Day Board & Train is a focused training stay designed to build foundational skills, strengthen engagement, and create a clearer connection between you and your dog.
Over three structured days, we work on obedience, leash skills, place, impulse control, engagement, calm behaviour, and everyday manners while introducing your dog to appropriate distractions and new environments.
This program is a great starting point for building better communication and creating a foundation you can continue developing together at home.
5 day
Board & Train
The 5-Day Board & Train is a comprehensive training stay designed to build consistency, strengthen foundational skills, and give your dog more time to work through challenges such as reactivity, anxiety, overexcitement, and difficulty settling.
Over five structured days, we build on obedience, leash skills, recall foundations, impulse control, engagement, and calm behaviour while gradually increasing distractions and practising skills in different environments.
With additional time for repetition and reinforcement, this program helps create more reliable habits, clearer communication, and practical skills that can carry into everyday life at home.
7day
Board & Train
The 7-Day Board & Train is our most comprehensive training stay, giving your dog additional time to build skills, work through challenges, and develop greater consistency across different environments and distractions.
Over seven structured days, we build on foundational obedience, leash skills, recall, impulse control, engagement, calm behaviour, reactivity, anxiety, confidence, and everyday manners while providing repeated opportunities to practise and reinforce new skills.
More time means more opportunities for learning, repetition, and consistency. The goal is to help your dog develop skills that can continue to be supported and strengthened long after they return home.
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STRUCTURED DAYCARE
The Structured Daycare program at Alpine K9 in Portage la Prairie is designed for dogs who need more than just a place to spend the day, it’s a purposeful, training-based environment built around calm, structure, and real-life results.
I intentionally guide each day to support behaviour, clarity, and confidence through consistent handling and thoughtful routines.
This is not traditional daycare. Each dog is immersed in a balanced day that includes training-based games, enrichment, guided socialization, and nervous system regulation, all within a controlled, low-stress setting.
With a maximum of four dogs per day, the focus stays on quality over quantity. This allows for individualized attention, clear communication, and meaningful progress for every dog.
The goal is simple, calmer dogs, better behaviour, and a structured experience that carries into everyday life at home.
ABOUT
MY STORY
Grayson Butler | Owner & Trainer | Alpine K9 Dog Training in Manitoba
I help dogs and their people build calm, confidence, and connection. My approach combines relationship-based leadership, structure, and empathy, focusing on emotional regulation and nervous system balance to create lasting behavioural change. Through programs like Day Train, Leash Camp, Structured Daycare, Board & Train, and 1:1 Training. I guide dogs to thrive and owners to lead with clarity, trust, and presence.
WHERE
ALPINE K9 - NEW FACILITY
The NEW Alpine K9 location Opened Offically July 1 in Portage la Prairie. Bringing structured dog training and daily care closer to home for Portage and surrounding areas.
75 4th Ave NE, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.
This new space is built with the community in mind, creating more access to intentional, real-life training and consistent daily structure for dogs and their handlers.
The focus remains on clarity, calm leadership, and supporting dogs in a way that carries into everyday life, not just inside a facility.
Excited to bring this next chapter to Portage la Prairie and be part of a growing community of dog owners who value structure, connection, and real results.
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BOOKING
You can now sign up directly through our booking system on the website. Click here for instructions on how to book, or simply click the button below to choose your service, select your time, and secure your spot.
All bookings are now handled through the online system for a smoother, faster experience and to ensure every dog is properly matched to the right program and schedule.
If you’re unsure what to book, I’m still here to help guide you toward the best fit for your dog’s needs.
Let’s get you and your dog started on the right track. Book your session today and take the next step toward a calmer, more confident dog.
STORY
Every Training Journey Has a Story
Behind every dog who walks through Alpine K9’s doors is a unique journey, a dedicated owner, and goals they’re working toward together. From first steps to big breakthroughs, these stories show the progress that can come from understanding your dog, building communication, and putting the right tools into practice.
Read what owners have to say about their experiences with Alpine K9, the changes they’ve seen in their dogs, and the moments that have made the biggest difference along the way.
GUIDE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
I’m committed to providing a safe, structured, and positive environment for every dog in my care, whether they’re here for daycare or training programs. To ensure the best experience for both you and your dog, please take a moment to review the important facility information below. These guidelines help me maintain a consistent routine, high safety standards, and clear communication with all clients.
