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Daycare Services
Full & Half Days of Daycare
We welcome all breeds and sizes of dogs. Daycare groups are separated by size and playstyle and we are open from 7:00AM to 6:00PM Monday to Friday.
Learn MorePlayschool
One hour spent with our certified dog trainer working on basic behavours and cues while at daycare for the day.
Learn MoreDog to Dog Days
This program is for dogs who are learning to be comfortable with other dogs. Ideally to be able to come into a daycare setting.
Daycare Addons
While at daycare you can add some of these yummy treats or fun activities to your dogs day!
Daycare Policies
Minimum Requirements For Daycare
Brilliant Best Friends requires your dog to be 12 weeks of age and over with their vaccinations up to date with proof (first 2 sets administered by a vet)You will be required to provide updated copies of vaccines as they are administered.
Drop Off & Pickup Times
Drop off Between 7:00 am - 12:30 pmPickup Between 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Pee Breaks/Walks
In extreme cold/heat we may do limited pee breaks or none at all (dogs who NEED to go out will but for very short pee breaks). Harnesses are a requirement for taking your dog outside our building due to us being on an extremely busy road. Dogs that aren't used to so much traffic so close can become spooked and back out of their collar and flee. So if you do not bring your dog with a harness they will be unable to go outside for pee breaks. Any dog leaving the building in our care MUST have a harness.
Unfixed Dogs
We require that your dog should be fixed by the age of 1 year unless there is a breeding contract or a note from your vet. Should your dog start showing undesirable behaviours associated with an unfixed dog before they are 1 year old, we may ask you to take a break from daycare until your dog is able to be spayed/neutered. At this time no refunds will be given.
Cancelations
You can cancel for free at anytime, so please email or call to inform us if your dog cannot attend that day. If you no show a booked daycare day, 1 daycare day will be subtracted from your daycare package.
Late Pickup Fees
If you are going to be late for pickup please give us a call to let us know. If you call and inform us that you will be late you have a 10-minute leeway before being charged a late fee. On the chance you do not call and let us know you will be late, you will be charged $1 = 1 Minute from close until the time of pickup.
Recurring Attendance
We require your dog to attend daycare regularly at BBF. Most clients choose the same day each week and some prefer to book depending on their schedule. Either way we require at least one day a week attendance to daycare .Consistently coming to daycare helps them make friends and connections with us and their doggie peers.
Credits are not transferable & Non-refundable
All daycare packages expire 2 years from purchase date
Packages
5 Full Daycare Days
C$225
- Free nail trims (with regular attendance- weekly or biweekly)
- Two pee breaks per full day
- This package is for 1 dog
- Double dog discount available - Request a invoice
- Expires 2 years from purchase date
- Non Refundable
10 Full Daycare Days
C$400
- Free nail trims (with regular attendance- weekly or biweekly)
- Two pee breaks per full day
- This package is for 1 dog
- Double dog discount available - Request a invoice
- Expires 2 years from purchase date
- Non-refundable
20 Full Daycare Days
MOST POPULARC$700
- Free nail trims (with regular attendance- weekly or biweekly)
- Two pee breaks per full day
- This package is for 1 dog
- Double dog discount available - Request a invoice
- Expires 2 years from purchase date
- Non-refundable
40 Full Daycare Days
C$1200
- Free nail trims (with regular attendance- weekly or biweekly)
- Two pee breaks per full day
- This package is for 1 dog
- Double dog discount available - Request a invoice
- Expires 2 years from purchase date
- Non-refundable
Monthly Unlimited
C$600
- Welcome Monday through Friday
- Free nail trims
- Two pee breaks per full day
- Expires 1 month from purchase date
- Non-refundable
Addon Packages
C$15
5 Package of $3 Daycare Addons
- 5 $3 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Frozen Yogurt Cup or Broth Cup
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
C$30
10 Package of $3 Daycare Add ons
- 10 $3 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Frozen Yogurt Cup or Broth Cup
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
C$60
20 Package of $3 Daycare Add ons
- 20 $3 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Frozen Yogurt Cup or Broth Cup
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
C$25
5 PACKAGE OF $5 DAYCARE ADDONS
- 5 $5 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Peanut Butter Kong or Thin Bully Stick
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
C$50
10 PACKAGE OF $5 DAYCARE ADDONS
- 10 $5 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Peanut Butter Kong or Thin Bully Stick
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
C$60
20 PACKAGE OF $5 DAYCARE ADDONS
- 20 $5 Daycare Addons
- Can be any Peanut Butter Kong or Thin Bully Stick
- Let your dog take a break from playing in daycare to enjoy one of the yummy addons
- Add to your daycare day when booking through our Paw Partner App
Dog Training Services
Playschool
Your dog spends 1 hour with our certified dog trainer while at daycare for the day. Mondays & Fridays only!
Train to Groom Program
Train to groom is a 5-8 week training program that is created to help your dog feel more comfortable with the grooming process.
Group Classes
We offer a variety of group classes for all ages and stages of life.
Dog to Dog Interaction Day Training
This training is for dogs who need a little extra help to feel confident/comfortable around other dogs. Ideally graduating them to regular daycare once they are comfortable with their friends and us.
Playschool & Dog to Dog Packages
C$250
5 Playschool Sessions (Training while in daycare)
- 5- 1 Hour sessions spent with our certified dog trainer while your dog is at daycare
- We can work on Loose lead walking, Polite greetings (no jumping), Kennel training, Sits, Downs, Leave it/ drop its, Mouthing, Handling, Stay, Bed cue, Attention, Recall, ect...
- Provide treats for your sessions or there is a $5 fee per session
- Check for availability
- THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A DAYCARE DAY - MUST PURCHASE DAYCARE SEPARATELY
- Non-refundable
C$500
10 Playschool Sessions (Training while in daycare)
- 10- 1 Hour sessions spent with a certified dog trainer while your dog is at daycare
- We can work on Loose lead walking, Polite greetings (no jumping), Kennel training, Sits, Downs, Leave it/ drop its, Mouthing, Handling, Stay, Bed cue, Attention, Recall, ect...
- Provide treats for your sessions or there is a $5 fee per session
- Check for availability
- THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A DAYCARE DAY - MUST PURCHASE DAYCARE SEPARATELY
- Non-Refundable
C$500
5 DOG TO DOG INTERACTIONS DAYS
- 5 Days (4-6 hours at Brilliant Best Friends)
- Breaks throughout the day
- Supervised and monitored interactions by trainer
- Private training consultation required
- Dog to dog assessment required
- Summary after package is complete and brief updates throughout
- Non-refundable
C$100
Dog to Dog Assessment
- Assessment of dog to dog interactions to decide what level your dog is at
- This is for dogs who are unsure, nervous, anxious etc. around other dogs
- Non-refundable
Private Training Packages
30 Minute Virtual Consultation + Training Plan
C$75
- 30 minute Zoom consultation to ask questions about your dogs behaviours
- Training Plan Included
- Once you have completed this consultation, you can then continue with another training package we offer or choose to work alone with no trainer.
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
1 Hour In-Home Consultation + Training Plan
C$120
- 1 Hour in-home consultation to ask questions about your dogs behaviours
- Training Plan Included
- Once you have completed this consultation, you can then continue with another training package we offer or choose to work alone with no trainer.
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
3 In Person Coaching Sessions
C$300
- 3 -1 hour in home coaching sessions
- We encourage you to take notes during your sessions
- Expires 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
5 Walk & Train (NON REACTIVE)
C$400
- 5- 1 hour independant training walks with our certified trainer.
- NO Reactive dogs
- Expires 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
5 Walk & Trains (REACTIVE DOGS ONLY)
C$500
- 5 (30m-1hr) Independant walks with our certified trainer working on your dogs reactivity
- Our trainer will pick up your dog and take them for a walk lasting between 30 minutes to 1 hour. The duration of the walk will depend on how well your dog is handling the walk.
- Expires 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
People Fearful Dog Package
C$400
- This is for the dogs who are scared of strangers/other people
- 5-30 Minute sessions either at your home or our facility
- In Calgary only
- Expires 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
Resource Guarding Package
C$500
- This package is for the dog who guards food, toys or other items to humans
- 5- 1 Hour sessions in home
- Expires 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Non-refundable & Non-transferable
Train to Groom Program
Puppies Intro To Grooming (Train to Groom)
C$500
- 5 Socialization days in daycare
- 5 Sessions with our certified trainer (working to build a good association to grooming)
- 1 Full groom (Bath & Tidy or Shave)
- 10% OFF all grooms for the life of your dog
Nervous Dog (Train To Groom)
MOST POPULARC$600
- 8 Socialization days in daycare
- 8 Sessions with our certified trainer (working to build a good association to grooming)
- 1 Full groom (Bath & Tidy or Shave)
- 10% OFF all grooms for the life of your dog
- (When working with dog who are nervous of grooming we will go at their pace, and sometimes this program can take longer than 8 weeks, but at the time we think your dog may need more time we will update you. No extra charges will apply if we need to work longer with your dog)
Workshops / Seminars
How to properly brush your Doodle workshop
C$ 100
- This workshop will equip you with essential tools for grooming your doodle or curly-coated dog. You'll learn how frequently to brush, the correct techniques to ensure a positive experience for your pet, and the recommended schedule for professional grooming. By the end of this workshop, you will have the knowledge to brush effectively and the tools necessary to maintain your dog's coat at home.
- Bring your curly-coated dog along, and we will demonstrate the techniques directly on your furry friend.
- This workshop is suited for any curly coated dog like any type of Doodle, Cockapoo, Cavapoo, Portuguese water dog, Lagotto, Bichon, Shih Tzu, Shih Tzu mixes etc.
- You will receive a Slicker Brush & Metal Comb to take home
- 4 dogs per class
- No reactive dogs
- All ages of dogs welcome
- October 26, 2024 at 5:00pm-6:00pm
- Up to date on vaccinations (Rabies & DA2PP)
2 Hour Reactivity Seminar
MOST POPULAR C$ 100
- Discover how to utilize engage-disengage techniques to assist your reactive dog in this informative 2-hour workshop!
- 6 Attendee's Per Workshop
- NO DOGS - This workshop is all information based with worksheets to guide you when working at home.
- 4:00pm-6:00pm
- 2024 Dates- September 14, 2024, October 19, 2024, November 16, 2024, December 14, 2024
Puppy Socialization Seminar
C$ 50
- Let us teach you all about why puppy socialization is so important, what a fear imprint period is and why do we need to know these things to help set our puppies up in a world meant for humans.
- This seminar runs the last Monday of every month
- 6 Attendee's Per Workshop
- No Dog Present For This Seminar
- 6:30pm-7:30pm
2 Hour Setting Your Dog Up For Success To Stay Home Alone
C$ 100.00
- Discover the steps to assist your dog in feeling at ease when left alone at home by attending this workshop. Our trainer will guide you through essential techniques and strategies to reduce your dog's anxiety and build their confidence. You'll learn about creating a safe and comfortable environment, establishing a consistent routine, and using positive reinforcement to encourage calm behavior. Additionally, the workshop will cover the importance of mental and physical stimulation, providing tips on interactive toys and activities that can keep your dog engaged while you're away.
- 4 Dogs Per Workshop
- All Ages of dogs welcome
- No Dogs Present This Seminar
- November 2, 2024
- 4:00pm-6:00pm
Food Etiquette Seminar
C$ 80.00
- Learn the Basics of teaching your dog to leave it, drop it and have an overall better manners around food.
- 4 Dog's Per Workshop
- All Ages of dogs welcome
- No Reactive Dogs
- Must be up to date on vaccinations (Rabies & Da2PP)
- October 5, 2024
- 5:00pm-6:00pm
2 Hour Trick Workshop
C$ 80
- Discover entertaining dog tricks and train your furry friend by participating in this workshop.
- 4 Dogs Per Workshop
- All Ages of dogs welcome
- No Reactive Dogs
- Must be up to date on vaccinations (Rabies & Da2PP)
- Check Back next date
2hr Recall WORKSHOP
C$ 80
- Does your dog struggle to come when called or get distracted easily when off leash? Come learn the science of recall and work on building your dogs skills in this 2 hour workshop!
- 4 Dogs Per Workshop
- All Ages of dogs welcome
- No Reactive Dogs
- Must be up to date on vaccinations
- Check back for next class dates
Group classes
Puppy Socialization Class
MOST POPULARC$00.00
- This class is FREE!
- This is a socialization class with a slight touch on obedience, we cover topics such as handling, dog-dog play, surface and sound socialization and more!
- Monday's at 6:30PM-7:30PM
- Proof of first two sets of vaccinations administered by a Vet
- Age range: 12 weeks old - 20 weeks old
- 5 Puppies per class
Solving Leash Reactivity Class
MOST POPULARC$500
- This class works on teaching our reactive dogs how to use the engage disengage behaviour in a controlled setting.
- 8 Week Course
- Monday's 7:45 pm-8:30 pm
- Age range: 6 months and older that are showing reactivity on leash
- Proof of up to date vaccinations administered by a Vet
- Only 4 spots in class
- Next round starting May 6, 2024
Level 1 Obedience Class
C$300
- We cover topics such as verbal and hand signal sits and downs, stays, recall, handling, loose lead walking, self-control exercises and more! With a great balance of play in between cues during class!
- 6 Week Course
- 7:30pm-8:30pm
- Proof of up to date vaccinations administered by a Vet
- Age range: 6 months and older
- 4 Dogs per class
- Must be dog friendly
- Next round starts March 18, 2024 (THIS ROUND IS FULL)
- Check back for dates of our next round of class
Level 2 Obedience Class
C$400
- In this class you will advance your dogs skills that you learned in Level One Obedience in a more distracting environments to build them up to be more reliable and consistent.
- 6 Week Course
- Thursday's 6:30pm-7:30pm
- Proof of up to date vaccinations administered by a Vet
- Age range: 6 months and older
- 3 Dogs per class
- Must have graduated from our Level 1 Obedience Class
- Check back for next class dates (THIS ROUND IS FULL)
Grooming Services
All Breed Dog Grooming
We offer all breed dog grooming, during the groom we use treats to build a positive association to the experience as a whole.
Learn MoreSame Day Nail Trims
Call 403-454-7342 to book your same day nail trim! $10.50
Train To Groom Program
Train to groom is a training program that is created to help your dog feel more comfortable with the grooming process.
Learn MoreColourful Grooming
We can add some pet safe hair colour to your dogs groom, or even paint their toenails!
Learn MoreComplimentary Doggie Daycare Day
All dogs that come for grooming that are dog friendly are welcome to play in the daycare before or after their groom. Ensure the appropriate waivers are signed.
Puppies First Groom
During your puppies first appointment we are going to give them a taste of grooming without overwhelming to ensure they have a positive experience.
Grooming Policies
Lates
Our Schedule is tight so late's are not tolerated, please show up on time for your appointment. O
5 Minutes late with no call = $20 Late fee
15 Minutes late = Automatic reschedule
Puppies 1st Groom
All puppies on their first grooming experience will receive a bath and tidy. That includes a bath, brush, nail trim, and trim up their feet, face and bum (depending on breed). We will not shave your puppy for their first groom, no exceptions! I encourage you to bring your puppies favorite treats for this groom so that we can build a positive association to grooming early.
Dematting Charges/Time
If your dog is severely matted or tangled there will be a dematting fee added to the price of your groom. Matting is painful and it is extremely difficult to remove, therefore we cannot give an estimated time of how long your dog will be at the grooming salon.
Dematting fee is based on severity of matting.
All grooms take roughly 4-6 hours to complete, expect giant or large breed dogs to be here for the majority of the day. Please wait for us to call when complete.
Our Schedule is tight so late's are not tolerated, please show up on time for your appointment. O
5 Minutes late with no call = $20 Late fee
15 Minutes late = Automatic reschedule
Puppies 1st Groom
All puppies on their first grooming experience will receive a bath and tidy. That includes a bath, brush, nail trim, and trim up their feet, face and bum (depending on breed). We will not shave your puppy for their first groom, no exceptions! I encourage you to bring your puppies favorite treats for this groom so that we can build a positive association to grooming early.
Dematting Charges/Time
If your dog is severely matted or tangled there will be a dematting fee added to the price of your groom. Matting is painful and it is extremely difficult to remove, therefore we cannot give an estimated time of how long your dog will be at the grooming salon.
Dematting fee is based on severity of matting.
All grooms take roughly 4-6 hours to complete, expect giant or large breed dogs to be here for the majority of the day. Please wait for us to call when complete.
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Contact
- 1213 Kensington Road Northwest, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- 403-454-7342
- Info@brilliantbestfriends.org
- Monday - Friday 7 am - 6 pm Saturday - Closed (Private Training Sessions Only) Sunday - Grooming by appointment only
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Download the Brilliant Best Friends Booking App on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The Brilliant Best Friends App enables users to make reservations, purchase package credits, see and pay invoices, message with Brilliant Best Friends, see photos of their pets, and more. Employees of Brilliant Best Friends are able to manage the business and connect with customers. This app is made specifically for the customers and employees of Brilliant Best Friends.
About
Brilliant Best Friends a little grooming salon, in Kensington, Calgary, Alberta!
We also offer Playschool and Reward Based dog training. We have 3 employees working here right now, one of them being the owner of the business, we like our clients to feel like family here at BBF. Our goal is to help the average pet owner, get the help they need so that Fido can live happily in their home, as well as helping dogs to get the right socialization from the beginning to prevent any fears or behaviour issues later in life! We also put a huge focus on proper play and regulation of dogs energy during playschool and working with dogs to help them to really enjoy being groomed!
We have recently opened up a Pet Store to help guide all our clients in the right direction when shopping for their pets. Pet stores can be confusing and sell all kinds of misleading and unsafe treats, training tools and food. We took out the confusing and made sure EVERYTHING we sell is trainer approved and good for your pup!
Come check us out today!
Hours of Operation During COVID19Monday to Thursday - 8 am - 5 pm
Friday to Sunday - CLOSED
Closed on Statutory Holidays
Team
Nadia Ansari
Owner/Trainer/Groomer
Nadia is the owner of BBF but you would never know because shes always so busy grooming and training!
Courtney Ennis
Operations Manager
Courtney will welcome you every morning your here to drop your dog off. You can always be rest assured they are in good hands.
Heather Ansari
Reception & Front Desk
F.A.Q
Referral Program
Refer your friends to Brilliant Best Friends and receive 10% off your next purchase of a daycare package or groom.
- Tell your friends about all the fun your dog has in daycare, or how good your pooch looked after their groom.
- When your friend visits BBF make sure they mention your name so that we can ensure you receive your coupon code.
- Check your email for your coupon code
- Purchase a daycare package online to use your coupon code or book a groom and use the code instore towards your dogs groom.
Gift Cards
C$100
100$ Gift Card
MOST POPULAR
- Great for a gift
- Valid at the BBF Boutique
- ZERO Fees
- To activate gift card email the full name of the person receiving this card to Boutique@brilliantbestfriends.org including the purchasers name.
C$200
$200 Gift Card
- Great for a gift
- Valid at the BBF Boutique
- ZERO Fees
- To activate gift card email the full name of the person receiving this card to Boutique@brilliantbestfriends.org including the purchasers name.
C$300
$300 Gift Card
- Great for a gift.
- Valid bat the BBF Boutique
- ZERO Fees
- To activate gift card email the full name of the person receiving this card to Boutique@brilliantbestfriends.org including the purchasers name.
C$50
Brilliant Best Friends Gift Card
- Only valid at Brilliant Best Friends Grooming, Training & Playschool.
- ZERO Fees
- To activate gift card email the full name of the person receiving this card to Info@brilliantbestfriends.org including the purchasers name.