Housetraining, Crate and Schedule
This class is for people only! No dogs. Whether you are planning to get a puppy, have a puppy or even a rescue that is still having accidents, this will be super helpful for you! Learn how to housetrain your puppy (or dog) in just a few weeks. We will go over crate usage and scheduling your dog's day for success. Bring any questions you may have.
Three Ways to Calm Your Dog
For dogs over 24 weeks. Is your dog hyper? Hard to focus? Bouncing, spinning, barking.....Your dog is most likely struggling with being easily or over stimulated. In this class, you will learn three ways to help your dog calm down so that you can handle him more easily, help him cope and behave better and even introduce him to people without jumping up on them. Only 4 dogs in each class. On-leash.
Puppy Play and Calm Down
For 10-24 weeks. This class is not only tons of fun, but covers an important topic in dog training. Most of us love to watch our puppy play and have fun, but we also want him to be able to calm down when we needed. In this class, we will get the puppies adrenaline way up through active play with each other and then separate them and calm them down. We will repeat this cycle three times and you will see your puppy learn how to regulate himself!
Let's Talk About Reactivity!
Is your dog barking, lunging, acting a fool? Come here why this happens and what to do to help your dog settle down. This is a FREE informational talk for people only, no dogs at the K9 Obedience Club on Powers Ave. Open to the public
Confidence Building
For dogs 24 weeks and older. Learn two ways to encourage your dog to do more! Trying new things is fun for you and your dog and keeps life from getting boring. We will present your dog two fun challenges and help you work through them to success. Only 4 dogs in each class.
Puppy Biting
For puppies 10 weeks through the 6th month.
Learn why they bite, when it goes away, and how to handle it in the meantime. Covers biting hands, clothing, and feet.
Off-Leash play time included.
Puppy Play and Calm Down
For 10-24 weeks. This class is not only tons of fun, but covers an important topic in dog training. Most of us love to watch our puppy play and have fun, but we also want him to be able to calm down when we needed. In this class, we will get the puppies’ adrenaline way up through active play with each other and then separate them and calm them down. We will repeat this cycle three times and you will see your puppy learn how to regulate himself!
Leash Games
For dogs 24 weeks and older. Come have some fun and learn fun ways to increase your dogs focus on you while on leash. Improve your dog's attention on you, decrease leash pulling and reactivity.
Puppies: End Leash Pulling
For puppies with 2 sets of shots through the 6th month. Off-leash play and socialization.
Learn how to hold your leash, how to communicate through your leash, and how to stop leash pulling.
Come When Called
For 4 dogs, 24 weeks and older.
Teach your dog to respond to his name and to come to you reliably in your home, yard and under distractions.
We will work on and off-leash for socialization and opportunities to use your recall.
**No dogs with a history of doing damage to a person or another dog. (seek a private session)
Group Class at Local Park
For clients who have had at least 3 private sessions. Location is announced privately.
Puppy Play and Calm Down
This class is not only tons of fun, but covers an important topic in dog training. Most of us love to watch our puppy play and have fun, but we also want him to be able to calm down when we needed. In this class, we will get the puppies adrenaline way up through active play with each other and then separate them and calm them down. We will repeat this cycle three times and you will see your puppy learn how to regulate himself!
Dogs: Safe Socialization - What is Good Play?
This class is for FRIENDLY dogs that enjoy playing. All play isn't equal. Using a dog park or a daycare does not guarantee that your dog is learning healthy interactions and having a good time. Learn what good play looks like, so you can supervise your own dog play dates and feel confident that your dog is safe and happy. You will also learn when and how to intervene if the play is heading toward a fight. This class will build your dog's confidence and yours!
Puppy Say "hi" Politely
Everybody wants to pet a cute puppy, but yours is jumpy and bitey and somewhat embarrassing! This class will teach you how to teach your puppy to greet people politely and get a hack for immediate results. Off-leash playtime too.
Dogs: How to Discipline Fairly and Effectively
This class will teach you a fair and effective way to discipline your dog to eliminate unwanted behaviors. This is a hands off approach - no collar corrections, no hands on the dog. This will change your life with your dog!
Puppy Play and Calm Down
This class is not only tons of fun, but covers an important topic in dog training. Most of us love to watch our puppy play and have fun, but we also want him to be able to calm down when we needed. In this class, we will get the puppies adrenaline way up through active play with each other and then separate them and calm them down. We will repeat this cycle three times and you will see your puppy learn how to regulate himself!
Dogs: Impulse Control
Impulse control games are a fun way to teach your dog some really important things like a strong sit, no biting/taking treats gently, to control himself, that people are to be respected, and to regulate his impulses. Dogs are reactive beings, but with training, we can ignite the thinking part of the brain! Only 4 dogs and off-leash play is included.
Puppy Fundamentals
Start off strong! In this class, you will learn why using a marker like a clicker can speed up and strengthen your training by 40%, teach puppy's name to mean look at me and be reliable and teach sit correctly! Off-leash play too. Includes a clicker.
Dogs Over 6 Months: Wait at an Open Door
For a dog over 6 months old. Learn how to train your dog to wait at an open door, so you can get your packages from Amazon without anxiety or restraining your dog!
Group Class at Local Park
Three at home sessions are required to attend these group classes.Location is disclosed privately.
Dogs Over 6 months: Handling Distractions on a Walk
For dogs over 6 months. Learn a simple technique to help calm your dog when things pass him on a walk. This works as a prevention and a cure! Great for dogs that are excited, nervous, or rective on leash.
Puppy: Focus and Position on Leash
For puppies 10-24 weeks. Off-leash play included. Learn how to get your puppy to pay attention to you, move with you and to walk on one side.
Over 6 months: Down on a Mat
For any dog over 6 months old. Only 4 dogs in each class. Teach your dog to lay on a mat for control and calmness. Mat is included to take home with you.
Group Class at Local Park
Three at-home sessions are required to attend a group class in a local park. The locations is disclosed privately.
Over 6 months: Leave it
For dogs over 6 months that has never been aggressive and is not so fearful that it can’t learn in a class environment. Only 4 dogs - play will be allowed if the dogs are deemed safe. Learn to cue your dog to Leave it! Food on the floor, socks and even other dogs!
Dogs: Impulse Control Games
Impulse control games are a fun way to teach your dog some really important things like a strong sit, no biting/taking treats gently, to control himself, that people are to be respected, and to regulate his impulses. Dogs are reactive beings, but with training, we can ignite the thinking part of the brain! Only 4 dogs and off-leash play is included.
Puppy Fundamentals
Start off strong! In this class, you will learn why using a marker like a clicker can speed up and strengthen your training by 40%, teach puppy's name to mean look at me and be reliable and teach sit correctly! Off-leash play too. Includes a clicker.
Puppy: End Leash Pulling
Learn how to hold your leash for safety, teach your puppy not to pull and to respond to leash pressure.