Training Classes
Our Training Difference
Our training classes use positive reinforcement training techniques. Our Seasoned Trainer is Deanna Scott; she follows the teachings of
Dr. Ian Dunbar and other positive reinforcement trainers. She stresses the importance of socializing your dog to other dogs, children, and adults. Our trainer teaches you how to train your dog to be a good house companion. She describes her training philosophy:
"I believe in setting your dog up for success and rewarding your dog for getting it right! Using positive training helps to increase the human-canine bond and makes for a pleasant experience for owner and dog. Give your dog love and respect, and you will receive love and respect back. Your dog is part of your family. You try to give your family the best upbringing possible; now you can do the same for the canine members of your family."
Training Prices
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Puppy | $150 |
| Basic | $250 |
| Good Citizen | $300 plus $10 Testing Fee |
| Fun and Games | $250 |
We honor our active military, veterans, and first responders with a 10% discount on all daycare and boarding.
Want a well-mannered pup?
We offer different class options for your pup with Puppy Training, Basic Obedience Training, Fun and Games, and Canine Good Citizen Training.
Puppy Training
This training is for pups that are...
Puppy Classes are targeted for pups 8 weeks to less than 5 months of age.๏ปฟ
How long is this training?
- 4-week curriculum
- First week Orientation is on Zoom
What does this training include?
This training covers:๏ปฟ
- Introduction to socialization with people and other dogs in safe, controlled interactions
- House manners and child-dog interaction
- Positive reinforcement technique emphasized
- Basic commands: come, sit, down, wait, leave it, take it, settle
- Behavioral issues: house-training, jumping up, destructive chewing, excessive barking, leash-pulling, puppy biting, etc.
What next?
If you would like to continue your pup's training, you may want to consider signing up for the
Basic Obedience Training.
Basic Obedience Training
This training is for pups that are...
Basic Obedience class is targeted for pups over 5 months of age.
How long is this training?
- 6-week curriculum
- First week Orientation is on Zoom
What does this training include?
This training covers: come, sit, down, wait, leave it, take it, settle, stay, heel, and further behavior topics
- Puppy class is not a prerequisite for this class
- Curriculum may parallel Puppy Class, with some additions.
What next?
If you would like to continue your pup's training, you may want to consider signing up for the
Canine Good Citizen Training.
Fun and Games
Learn 10 skills for the A.K.C. Novick Trick Dog and A.K.C. Intermediate Trick Dog lists. Upon demonstrating these skills, your dog can earn one or both of these titles.
Pre-Requisite: Your pup must have previously completed a Puppy, Basic or CGC Class.
- 6-week in person curriculum
- Class size is limited to 6 pups
- Offered Winter and Summer on Tuesdays at 7pm๏ปฟ
Potential Novice Skills
Paw, High 5, Sit/Down-Hand signal only, Crawl (3 body lengths), Find it, Get in box, Sit in box, Paws Up, Get On, Spin, Touch, Push-Ups, Focus and Tunnel
Potential Intermediate Skills
Catch, Crawl (5 body lengths), Go to your place, Interactive Game, Go find owner
Hand Signals Only for: Sit, Come, Down, Stand, Head Down, Auto sits with Heel, Leg Weave, Paws up on arm, Push button/Bell to make sound, Roll over, SHell game, Sit pretty and Wave.
Dog Games will also be played, to increase your bond with your dog, as well as continuing your dog's education. The process used will help you teach your dog just about any trick.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
This training is for pups that are...
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) class is targeted for all of those pups that have successfully passed Basic Obedience Training. The training teaches 10 important skills designed to increase the bond between you and your dog, while you teach your dog basic canine manners and obedience. It does not have to be with us, but a certificate of successful passing is required for your dog to be considered a Canine Good Citizen.
How long is this training?
- 7-week curriculum
What does this training include?
The 10 skills taught in the CGC program:
- Accepting a friendly stranger
- Sitting politely for petting
- Appearance and grooming
- Out for a Walk (walking on a loose lead)
- Walking through a crowd
- Sit and down on command and Staying in place
- Coming when called
- Reaction to another dog
- Reaction to distraction
- Supervised separation
What next?
Once you have met all the requirements for the CGC, you can look into other more advanced training, like: therapy dog, agility, and rally obedience. Additionally, some homeowner’s insurance programs might offer a discount for CGC dogs. Lastly, some apartments and condos are starting to see the CGC award as a bonus for becoming a resident!
If your dog is under one year of age, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy teaches the beginning CGC skills and is a stepping stone towards earning the CGC award.
Our Training Class Schedule
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7pm No Training Classes- Spring Break
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7pm CGC Training Week 3
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7pm Puppy Training - Orientation
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