Good habits are as hard to break as bad habits. A dog’s first 6 months play a major role in shaping their personalities, likes and dislikes, and future behavior. This class will start you and your pup on the right foot! First Steps introduces basic obedience commands as well as a variety of sights, sounds, and textures to get your dog used to common stimuli. You will also learn how to help your puppy settle down so that you can foster a calm home environment. Put your pup on the right path by starting the training process today!

Dates and Times: Saturdays @ 9:00am with lead trainer, Joe Saltarelli

For puppies 5 months and under

6 - one hour group classes: $225.00

This beginner class is perfect for dogs who are early in their training journey. Our trainers will help you learn how to start becoming your dog's favorite trainer. Foundations introduces an ambitious number of obedience skills - sit, down, stand, loose-leash walking, recall, and leave-it - as well as important "off button" skills like place and settle that will lead to better understanding between you and your dog. Along with relationship-based training practices, you will also learn about some of the science behind dog training, the formula to teach your dog new behaviors, and how your behavior influences your dog's. Create a solid foundation with your dog and set the stage for happy cohabitation.

Dates and Times: Saturdays @ 10:15am with lead trainer, Joe Saltarelli

Sundays @ 9:00am with lead trainer, Kim Campbell

For dogs 5 months and up

6 - one hour group classes: $225.00

Jump-start your knowledge of clicker or marker training with a modern, effective, and positive approach to foundation learning. This class will provide you with the skill and confidence to start your dog out right with basic skills to build a solid framework for good manners. Foundation Skills for Polite Manners introduces many basic cues your dog needs to become a well-behaved family member or possibly a future therapy dog. The following skills: sit, down, loose-leash walking, wait, recall, leave-it, and settle on a mat are introduced using a clicker or marker to achieve clear communication. Pattern games are used to build focus and make learning fun.

Dates and Times:

Tuesdays at 6:30pm with lead trainer, Joan Harris

For dogs 5 months and up

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