Group Classes
Whether you have a new puppy/dog or a dog who could use a refresher, group classes are a great way to build a foundation of skills that will benefit both you and your dog. Additionally, training classes will help foster confidence, respect, and trust between you and your dog. Classes also allows your dog to socialize in a safe and controlled environment.
All group classes are small. Therefore, I am able to give each student more personalized attention.
Most importantly all classes are fun and family-friendly!
Scroll to the bottom of the screen to see the Group Class schedule.
Puppy Starter Class and AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program -6 week course. For puppies aged 2 months-4 months old.
This class will help you bond with your puppy while putting him/her on the path to good behavior. We will start working on basic obedience, socialization, and cover everything you need to know to set your puppy up for success. Topics covered are; house training, crate training, harnesses, nutrition, physical/mental exercise, bite inhibition, socialization, spay/neuter, basic grooming, and first aid.
When you complete this class your puppy will be eligible to be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. For more information on this program please go to the American Kennel Club website. These classes run for 45 minutes.
Requirements for this class:
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Puppies must have their first set of shots.
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Must have a leash that is made of Nylon, climbing rope, or leather that is 4ft-8ft long. Retractable and chain leashes are not allowed.
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All puppies should be wearing a buckle collar, (cloth or leather only) martingale collar, or back or front harness. Prong, choke, or electric collars are not allowed.
Pricing:
Class Only- $140
Class + digital graduation photos taken by professional photographer, Christy Zuccarini or Jeb Jennings- $150
Class + graduation photo + S.T.A.R. Puppy test (Test can be taken same day as graduation or scheduled for another day). -$155
Basic Obedience Class and AKC Canine Good Citizen Program -6 week course. For 4 months old and up.
The objectives of this class are to create reliable basic commands (Sit, down, stand, stay, come, touch, and leave it), loose leash walking, comfortable with foreign objects (platforms and tunnels), and emphasis on focus and responsiveness with distractions. This class also covers advice on jumping up, running through doors, and other minor behavior problems. When you complete this class your dog will be eligible to take the AKC CGC test and get the AKC CGC Title. For more information on the AKC CGC Program please go to my AKC Certification page or the American Kennel Club website.These classes run for an hour.
Requirements for this class:
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All dogs must be fully vaccinated.
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Dogs in heat cannot attend class. Please call me to reschedule or switch to private training.
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Dogs should not be aggressive. If you aren’t sure what this means, please email me.
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Must have a leash that is made of Nylon, climbing rope, or leather that is 4ft-6ft long. Retractable and chain leashes are not allowed.
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All dogs should be wearing a (cloth or leather only) martingale collar, head halter, back or front-clip harness. Prong, choke, and electric collars are not allowed (Your dog should wear a regular collar with tags but it will not be used for training to reduce choking).
Pricing (Prices may be lower during Winter months):
Class Only- $150
Class + digital graduation photos taken by professional photographers, Christy Zuccarini or Jeb Jennings- $160
Class + graduation photo + AKC CGC test (Test can be taken same day as graduation or scheduled for another day). -$165
Intermediate Obedience Class and AKC Community Canine Program -6 week course. For 6 months old and up.
This class is designed for those students who have already graduated from a basic obedience class, or who have successfully achieved a solid foundation of basic training on their own and/or through private dog training lessons. This class will help fine tune and improve upon your previous training (Strengthen good public manners, get faster, more reliable responses, and learn how and when to fade the use of food). When you complete this class your dog will be eligible to take the AKC Community Canine test and get the AKC Community Canine Title. For more information on the AKC Community Canine Program please go to my AKC Certification page or the American Kennel Club website.These classes run for an hour.
Requirements for this class:
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All dogs must be fully vaccinated.
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Dogs must have passed/know Basic Obedience.
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Dogs in heat cannot attend class. Please call me to reschedule or switch to private training.
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Dogs should not be aggressive. If you aren’t sure what this means, please email me.
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Must have a leash that is made of Nylon, climbing rope, or leather that is 4ft-8ft long. Retractable and chain leashes are not allowed.
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All dogs should be wearing a (cloth or leather only) martingale collar, head halter, back or front-clip harness. Prong, choke, and electric collars are not allowed (Your dog should wear a regular collar with tags but it will not be used for training to reduce choking).
Pricing:
Class Only- $150
Class + graduation photo + AKC CGC Community test (Test can be taken same day as graduation or scheduled for another day). -$155
Please check out my AKC CGC Program page to see all the other classes that I offer.
Important Information
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All Training Classes use the Positive Reinforcement Method.
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Dogs that are people and/or dog aggressive CANNOT participate in group class. Please check out my Private Training page instead.
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There is a $5 dollar discount on classes for dogs/puppies who've recently been adopted (Have had the dog 2 months or less from start date). Must provide proof to take advantage of this discount.
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No refunds are available after the first class, you may sign up for next set of open classes if you can't attend due to an unforeseen emergency.
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In case of a Holiday or bad weather class will be pushed to the next week.
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If you can't make it to class, make-up sessions are made 15 minutes before the next class.