Group Classes

Our group classes are based on the curriculum from the Association of Professional Dog Trainers CLASS (Canine Life and Social Skills). These skills prioritize teaching skills for living in our homes over strict obedience. 

Our classes use positive reinforcement training. The use of prong, choke or shock collars (e-collars) are not welcome in our classes. 

Puppy Skills: 180$ for 6 weeks  

Ages 8 weeks- 6 months. Proof of up to date vaccinations required. 

• Sit & Down 

• Come & Collar Grab

•  Off-Leash Heel 

• Basic Stay 

• Confidence Course

•  Name Game

•  Comfort Around Food Bowl 

• Meeting Strangers

•  Body Handling 

Basic Skills: 180$ for 6 weeks

Ages 6 months + .  Proof of up to date vaccinations required. 

• Wait at the Door

• Come & Leashing-Up Manners

• Loose-Leash Walking & Attention

• Meet & Greet

• Leave It

• Wait for the Food Bowl

• Stay

• Settle

• Give & Take 

Intermediate Skills: 180$ for 6 weeks

Prerequisite: Basic Skills

• Wait in the Car

• Calmly Pass by Other Dogs

• Wait at the Door with Distraction

•  Come & Leashing-Up Manners with Distraction

• Sit, Down & Stand

• Body Handling

• Loose-Leash Walking & Leave It (Figure 8 Configuration)

• Stay with Distraction & Distance

• Out of Sight, Out of Mind (with Hand Targeting) 

Advanced Skills: 180$ for 6 weeks

Prerequisite: Intermediate Skills

• Advanced Loose-Leash Walking

• Back Up

• Advanced Stay

• Advanced Come & Leashing-Up Manners

• Meet & Greet with Body Handling

• Attention During High Distraction

• Table Manners

• Do You Really Know Sit? 

What Should you bring to your group class: 

1. super yummy dog treats. should be small, about the size of your fingernail. 

• chicken, cheese, dehydrated meats treats or freeze dried meat treats, hotdogs etc

2. collar and/or harness

3. leash

4. positive attitude