Adventure boarding full of mountain hikes, creek dips, and off-leash play, plus professional dog training with Tyler. All on 30 elk-fenced acres in Yahk, BC.
Tyler has always believed there's no such thing as a bad dog. His passion is canine welfare and rehabilitation: helping dogs other people have given up on, and giving every dog the structure, exercise, and understanding it needs to become calm and confident.
That passion is what took him from caring for dogs to training them. Today he works one-on-one with every dog, whether that means a 21-day board & train, private lessons with its family, or earning off-leash freedom on the trails.
In February 2025, Tyler moved to Yahk and started turning an old horse property into the place he'd always pictured: 30 acres where dogs can run free, breathe mountain air, hike, splash in the creek, and simply be dogs. He lives on site, so your dog is never left alone, and he treats every guest like one of his own pack.
Hudson
Jax
Teddy
Maziey
Rex
DieselProfessional dog training and board & train programs in Yahk, BC, for families from Cranbrook to Creston and across the East Kootenay. Tyler builds every program around your dog and your goals, and every program starts with a free consultation.
Customized sessions to build clear communication between you and your dog, work through specific behaviour problems, and get reliable obedience in everyday life.
An immersive, structured program. Your dog lives and trains with us to build solid foundations, then you learn to keep it going at home.
The best fit for reactive dogs. Tyler works one-on-one with your dog every day for three weeks, building the calm and confidence reactive dogs need around people and other dogs.
Advanced training for dogs ready to enjoy the trails, the creek, and the backcountry safely off leash.
Tell us about your dog and what you'd like to change. It takes a few minutes.
Tyler calls you to talk through your dog, your goals, and which program fits best.
Tyler spends an hour with you and your dog to see where things stand and map out a training plan.
Your dog trains with Tyler, then you learn the same cues and routines so the results last at home.
Adventure dog boarding on 30 private acres, an easy drive from Cranbrook, Creston, and Moyie. We don't mix client dogs, so big, small, reactive, and social pups can all stay with us stress-free.
$60per night
Adventure by day. Comfort by night.
Pool time, creek dips, mountain hikes, ATV ride-alongs, yard fetch, or easy strolls.
Sent straight to your phone. Travelling outside Canada? We send updates by WhatsApp.
We have access to 24/7 emergency vet care, and Tyler lives on site, so help is never far away. Client dogs are never mixed, and the whole property is elk-fenced with locked gates.
Because dogs aren't mixed, there's no "fit" test. We're experienced with all breeds and temperaments. No dog is a bad dog.
Days run 7:00 am to 10:30 pm and end with a last stroll or yard play before bed.
9:00–10:30 am or 3:00–4:30 pm. Pick-ups after 4:30 pm are charged an extra night.
Proof of current vaccines is required before check-in to keep every dog safe. Dogs without valid records may be turned away.
Give vaccines at least 7 days before boarding. Send records through your client portal or to tyler@rockymountaincanine.ca at least 48 hours before arrival.
Real words from the people whose dogs train and stay with Tyler.
After trying multiple trainers and feeling like we were out of options, we came in discouraged and unsure real change was even possible. From the start, Tyler made us feel heard and understood. We have also never felt more comfortable leaving our dog at a boarding facility.
Our 9 year old husky, Silas, went for board and train for 2 weeks. He knew nothing except sit and shake a paw. Tyler focused mostly on recall and off leash training, as well as place and various other things. I can confidently say that I trust Silas off leash now, and he is so much happier for it! Both our dogs love going for boarding as well.
Our two year old bordoodle recently spent a few days with them while I had surgery in another city. Every day I was sent photos and video of our beautiful girl living her best life. It made me feel completely at ease and focus on my recovery. Their rooms are lovingly designed for your dog's comfort to feel most at home. Our girl is booked for another adventure next summer.
Boarding is $60 a night. That includes daily adventures, one-on-one attention, and photo updates during the stay.
Between 9:00 and 10:30 am, or between 3:00 and 4:30 pm. Pick-ups after 4:30 pm are charged an extra night.
No more than 3. Client dogs are never mixed, so each guest gets their own time and attention.
Yes. Because we don't mix client dogs, reactive, nervous, big, and small dogs can all stay comfortably. We're experienced with all breeds and temperaments.
Every day. Hikes on our six trails, creek dips, pool time, yard fetch, and ATV ride-alongs. Social dogs can also join our resident dogs on a hike or in the field.
No. Since client dogs aren't mixed, there's no assessment or fit test.
Rabies, DHPPi, and Bordetella, given at least 7 days before the stay. Leptospirosis and flea & tick prevention are recommended. Records are due 48 hours before arrival.
Yes. You'll get photo updates during the stay, sent to your phone, or by WhatsApp if you're travelling outside Canada.
Yes. Every kennel has its own heating and air conditioning, so it's comfortable all year.
No cancellation fees for the occasional change of plans. After a third cancellation, a full booking fee applies.
Yes, our 21-day board & train. Fill out the training questionnaire to book a free consultation.
7960 Hwy 3 in Yahk, BC, between Cranbrook and Creston.
Call, text, or email us. Training clients can start with the questionnaire.
Tell us about your dog in a short questionnaire. The consultation is free.
Fill out the questionnaire