Backgrounds & Testimonials
Floyd D. Jobson is a Certified Master Dog Trainer and Animal Science Technician who has been breeding and training German Shepherd Dogs for 28 years. After a successful career in dog showing, Floyd became interested in training dogs for all levels of service.
In the 1980's, Floyd began training for others and since then has produced well-trained dogs for all levels of obedience, including police service dogs, search and rescue dogs, and support dogs for the handicapped. His love and respect for all dogs is always apparent during training, whether it be privately or in group lessons.
Floyd's experience includes lecturing at colleges, demonstrations for television and fairs, writing articles for newspapers, as well as giving seminars and ongoing classes in dog obedience. Floyd owns and operates a highly recommended boarding and grooming kennel as well as a very active training centre. Recently he became a Conformation Judge for the Canadian Kennel Club. Currently he is writing a book on his methods of dog training.
In order that all dogs be evaluated and trained properly, Floyd believes that all dog trainers should be formally educated and that this education be recognized by a governing body. To attain this goal, Floyd has opened the first government recognized school of dog trainers in British Columbia.
Floyd and Marion Jobson look forward to working with people interested in the rewarding and enjoyable career of dog training. They invite you to be on the leading edge of canine trainers in Canada.
Our Students Say...
"Canada West Canine has provided me with the most valuable learning experience of my life, enhancing me with a career and understanding of dogs and dog training and the skills to operate my own business."
L. Robertson, 098-503, Salmon Arm, BC
"I always knew that I wanted to work with dogs but never realized that I could make a career out of it, that is until I heard about Canada West Canine Centre - a school for dog trainers - the first school of its kind to be registered with post secondary education..... Floyd, head of instruction, has extensive knowledge of dogs and I learned so much from him... I would recommend this course to anyone that is serious about making a career out of dog training."
J. Van Buren, 098-505, Kamloops, BC
"It was my love for dogs that brought me to the Canada West Canine Centre. I could never have imagined how my life would be so enriched from this experience! Floyd Jobson, the head instructor, shares his extensive knowledge and his experience with dogs and the dog training business. After an intensive, yet fun six weeks, I feel confident to begin a rewarding career. If you are interested in becoming a certified dog trainer, Canada West Canine Centre is the place to be!"
S. Green, 099-305, Toronto, ON
"...This course has taught me so much about dogs that I look at them at a totally different level. The time spent learning was made very interesting and enjoyable and I would do it again. It's an experience I'1l never forget."
S. Schonfelder, 098-804, Revelstoke, BC
"The instructors and the staff at the Canada West Canine Centre impressed me with their professionalism and knowledge. The curriculum was intense and well presented. Marion and Floyd displayed the patience necessary to guide each student, regardless of their previous experience or saturation point."
A. Fleming 099-301, Canmore, AB
"... I am confident in my training skills and abilities, and feel the school and instructors did an exceptional and above-average job in ensuring that I understood, had fun, and appreciated the proper techniques in training canines for all types of work. "
J. Gooding, 098-803, Duncan, BC
"... Every aspect of training is covered in detail with common sense techniques. All staff members are cheerful, helpful professionals. Our country was long overdue for a set standard for trainers. Floyd and Marion Jobson had the insight and dedication to start a standard and I'm sure all graduating students will continue on with their dream."
D. White, 098-805, Cumberland, BC
"... I enjoyed this course and found that it covered all the areas in the course outline, and then some. Should anyone reading this be looking to obtain employment in the field of dog training, don't go anywhere else!"
K. Gibson, 098-802, 100 Mile House, BC
"Canada West Canine Centre has given me the opportunity to fulfill my lifelong dream of becoming a Master Dog Trainer. As well, Floyd and Marion Jobson made sure that my experience here was one that I will always have fond memories of. I am leaving here with great confidence in my knowledge and skills and can't wait to put it all to use."
C. Cerne, 099-502, Kaleden, BC
