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Watch Poppy in ActionAbout Us
Poppy Psyllakis is dedicated to the care, training and handling of canine companions. Apprenticing under the private mentorship of Nanaimo K9 Training and Rehabilitation Founder, Rebecca Preston, Poppy has developed an expansive tool kit that enables her to facilitate safe, consistent and positive relationships between owners and their dogs. Specializing in aggression and adverse behavioural issues, Poppy’s training and techniques transform the most challenging of canines, and equip owners with the education and skills needed for long-term success.
In 2019 Poppy took over ownership Nanaimo K9. Recently rebranded as Source K9 Training & Rehabilitation, Poppy now operates from her 11-acre hobby farm and boarding facility located in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island.
More About PoppyOur Services & Rates
Board and Train Program
This program is designed for dogs with behavioural issues that need more than just a "once per week lesson" with the trainer. We spend extensive time with your dog working on all of the behavioural issues you are facing. On the board and train pick up date, we will coach you on how to maintain the training. And the best part is, you will receive 2 free follow up lessons with us following the board and train!
Two Weeks Intensive $2,150 Plus GST
Obedience and Remote Collar Foundation Training
Heel Work, recall, auto sits, place command, leash reactivity, excessive barking, resource guarding and much more!! Private lessons are designed to give you the tools you need to apply correct training.
2 Private Lessons $550 plus GST
3 Private Lessons $825 plus GST
Would you like a free 30 minute phone consultation with POPPY? REACH OUT ON OUR CONTACT PAGE
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Our Policy
* By submitting payment you are agreeing to the following terms
1. By receipt of payment you are agreeing that you are leaving your pet with Source K9 Training and Rehabilitation or training in a group or private lesson with Source K9 Training and Rehabilitation, that you are the legal Owner/Guardian and you certify to the accuracy of all information provided to Source K9 Training and Rehabilitation in writing or orally about the Pet. Source K9 reserves the right to deny admittance to the pet for any reason at any time.
2. Source K9 will require a deposit to secure your booking with the full payment to be made on arrival. All prices and availability are subject to change until we have received the appropriate cleared funds from all parties. The deposit amount will vary depending on the type of training required.
3. You will receive a Booking Confirmation email with full details of your booking, deposit and final payment details.
4. Non-receipt of your payment, by the stated due date, will result in your booking being cancelled.
All deposits are non-refundable.....
5. Owner/Guardian certifies that their pet is in good health and have given Source K9 full disclosure in writing or orally of any health issues and behavioural issues.
6. Owner/Guardian acknowledges and agrees that they are assuming all risks of illness, disease harm or otherwise to their pet by allowing their pet to stay or train with Source K9. Source K9 agrees to exercise reasonable care of the pet during it's board and train or private/group lesson. During transport in a motor vehicle, owner/guardian holds Source K9 and staff harmless in the event of injury or accident during transportation.
7. Owner/Guardian agrees to be solely responsible for any and all acts or behavior of the Pet while in the care of Source K9 including payment of costs of injury to staff or other animals or damage to facilities caused by the Pet.
8. In the unlikely event of an emergency during a board and train, SourceK9 will attempt to contact the Pet’s personal veterinarian as well as the emergency contact provided to Source K9 by Owner/Guardian; however, such an emergency might not provide the time to do so prior to the administration of care. Owner/Guardian authorizes Source K9 to obtain medical attention for the Pet from any qualified veterinarian and to transport the Pet to and from such veterinarian when Source K9 deems such medical care is important to Pet’s health and agrees to pay all medical costs.
9. Owner/Guardian agrees that they are soley responsible for the maintenance training following the board and train or private/group lesson, that in the event of failure to maintain or take the advice of Source K9 could result in your pets training being undone and owner agrees this is not a reflection of Source K9's training ability or service. Owner is also responsible for staying in contact with Source K9 to ensure proper training protocals are being met to the Source K9 standards.
10. Clients agree that all consultation phone calls are free of charge and that post session and post board and train calls, text messages and emails are billed at $90 per hour. * Board and train customers are given a complementary phone call per week for three months following the board and train and 1 free follow up session per month following the board and train.
11. Clients agree to release photo and video to the ownership of Source K9 Training and Rehabilitation for promotional or educational purposes.
12. Clients agree to submit vaccination records to Source K9 by email or hard copy proving vaccination against parvovirus, distemper, rabies and parainfluenza.
In submitting payment, the client agrees that they have read, fully understand and consent to all content of this policy and waiver. These policies are subject to change without notice.
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"I reached out to Poppy after my friend had told me she sent her 2 dogs there. I was dealing with some leash reactivity toward other dogs for my normally very friendly pup, and I wanted his impulse control to be better. I sent him to Poppy for the 2 week board and train, and she provided regular updates (and ALWAYS provided extra updates when my needy dog mom heart reached out). I knew my boy was in great hands. When I picked him up after the 2 weeks, he was immediately better. She trained me on how to work with him, and I have been able to walk confidently with him ever since. I owe Poppy a HUGE thank you for bringing that confidence back in both him and I so we can enjoy our daily walks together again!"
- Azlanne
"I reached out to Poppy after my friend had told me she sent her 2 dogs there. I was dealing with some leash reactivity toward other dogs for my normally very friendly pup, and I wanted his impulse control to be better. I sent him to Poppy for the 2 week board and train, and she provided regular updates (and ALWAYS provided extra updates when my needy dog mom heart reached out). I knew my boy was in great hands. When I picked him up after the 2 weeks, he was immediately better. She trained me on how to work with him, and I have been able to walk confidently with him ever since. I owe Poppy a HUGE thank you for bringing that confidence back in both him and I so we can enjoy our daily walks together again!"
- Rhee Ormond
"We already had a great dog, and Poppy at Source K9 made him better. Remy (a 3yo aussiedoodle) just had a few minor issues to work out. We like to take him hiking off-leash, but Remy had trouble with recall, especially around other dogs. After two weeks with Poppy, Remy is doing great! We are now able to take him for off-leash walks/hikes without any problems. He didn't even chase a cat yesterday!
Popply was very professional and communicative. I would definitely recommend her for dog training."
- Eric Ambroso
"These fantastic people saved our dog. He was incredibly dominant. Poppy and Rebecca made him, and showed us how to make him, be a respectful, happy, and loving animal. He's no longer expressing dominance issues and is happier for it. Source K9 is the only trainers I would recommend."
- Nick Nixon
"Such an amazing experience! Only an hour session, but already I have so many tricks and training methods to use with my pup. Within 20 minutes my dog was already doing 100x better on his lead. Wonderful, open atmosphere free of judgement. Trainer was understanding and broke down explanations so that they were easy to understand. Highly reccomend."
- Dean Minnikin
"Great experience with the 2-week board and train program for our 2.5yo street dog rescue from Egypt who was not treat motivated, had OK recall but would not come back immediately, would sprint towards other dogs occasionally, and showed some anxiousness towards other dogs while on leash. Previous trainers recommended that we try an electric collar for her. We found Poppy and Source K9, and booked the program when it was available. She provided updates during the program so that we could follow progress. During pickup we were taught how to use the collar, and continue with the training, and answer any question we had. Our dog is happier, more attentive to us, and looks to us for guidance and direction. She gets excited when we put the collar on her. Now when off leash she runs back to us when called, and does not bark/growl at other dogs while on leash."
- Kyle Arctander
"Penelope is an amazing trainer. Our puppy didn't have behavioral issues but just needed to learn the basics. His recall is near perfect after spending the week with her. We have no issues letting our dog run off leash."
