K9 Awareness
28 Rowland Crescent, St. Albert, AB T8N 4B3
Overview
K9 Awareness is a St. Albert dog daycare and boarding facility with over 40 years of experience, offering cage-free boarding at Ferne’s Acres Animal Sanctuary farm and both half/full-day daycare options. They provide dog training, grooming, and walking services, requiring temperament assessments for daycare but not for training. Their programs emphasize positive reinforcement and personalized care.
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What Reviews Say
104 reviews analyzedK9 Awareness is highly regarded for its expert-led training and high-energy daycare that leaves dogs 'happy and tired.' Customers particularly praise Terra for her skill with reactive and large breeds, as well as the facility's cleanliness and use of dog treadmills. While there is one serious report of a bite incident and some minor friction regarding website updates, the vast majority of long-term clients view the staff as family.
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Worth noting
Dog bite incident and medical mismanagement
“A bite wound that they said “wouldn’t require stitches” (as my dog is bleeding on the floor) does require stitches. Imagine that, they aren’t vets!”
Communication/Website accuracy(3 mentions)
“The website is not up to date with times/dates for upcoming classes... The receptionist did not know any information regarding classes.”
Controversial training advice
“the trainer who I did puppy classes with through them told me that I should consider medicating my 7 month old puppy to calm him down.”
Top Rated
4.7 stars from 104+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 104 reviews.
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Pricing
Boarding
$35–$40/night
Daycare
$23.5–$34.5/day
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