Group Classes

Puppy Kindergarten

(for puppies 8-18 weeks old)

A puppy’s primary socialization periods last from approximately 3 to 16 weeks of age. This is the best and most important time to properly expose your puppy to new people, other dogs, and new environments.

During this time, a puppy develops the “blueprint” he will use for the rest of his life when encountering new things. We are an Operation Socialization Certified trainer and implement the Operation Socialization™ Puppy curriculum for exercises to help him build his confidence, be comfortable in new environments, help him learn to interact appropriately with other dogs.

We will also get him started on his basic manners: such as learning his name, sit & settle down, touch/coming when called, and leave it. Each week, we will also discuss common puppy issues such as potty training, crating, how to properly deal with puppy nipping and biting, and how to instill overall good puppy management.

We will also work on new experiences each week from handling, to grooming, and vet procedures. Puppy K is for puppies 8-18 weeks old at the start of class, who have had their first set of puppy shots, been seen by a local vet for a well-puppy exam, and home with you for at least one week before starting class.

Canine Life Skills-Level 1

(for dogs 6 months and older)

5 sessions
We accept a maximum of 5 dogs in this class

Basic Manners is designed for dog’s that have not yet taken a training class. We keep this class small with only 4-5 dogs in a session to help minimize distraction level and arousal level and to improve focus. One required orientation without your dog and five sessions. Dogs will learn the foundations for:

• Coming When Called
• Sit / Down /Settle Down
• Off/Leave It
• Polite People Greetings (not jumping)
• Loose Leash Walking and not lunging at distractions
• Attention exercises

Proof of rabies vaccination required. If your dog is fearful, reactive (barks, lunges, can’t focus around other dogs or people) or has a bite history, Basic Manners is likely not for him, but please contact us to discuss other alternatives.

AKC Canine Good Citizen® Course & Certification

(for successful graduates of Level 2)

6 sessions
We accept a maximum of 6 dogs in this class

The AKC’s Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program started in 1989. CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. Class will be 5 weeks where we will practice fundamentals to pass the 10-step test. Test will be given at the end of the 6 week course. The CGC class should be considered an intermediate or advanced level manners class. 

Proof of rabies vaccination required.

K9 Nose Work™ Scent detection: both fun and competitive levels

(For dogs 6 months or older)

6 sessions (1 orientation without the dogs and 5 sessions)

K9 Nose Work™ is the latest training activity that develops your dog’s natural scenting abilities through fun and games. The sport leverages every dog’s amazing sense of smell and their love of performing a task. Geared for dogs of all shapes, sizes and ages and temperaments, K9 Nose Work™ has found enthusiastic participants seeking a lower impact canine activity that offers great rewards for both handlers and their dogs. By utilizing basic search skills, the sport builds confidence, burns off mental and physical energy, and reinforces the bond between dog and owner. We offer all levels of K9 Nose Work™ classes from beginner to advanced for those just wanting to have fun with their dogs to those that want to compete with their dogs.

Proof of rabies vaccination required.

Please Note: For K9 Nose Work™ classes, dogs need to be comfortable spending time alone in their crate (out of sight) or in your car while the other dogs take their turn.