Group Classes
PUPPY BASICS CLASS (6 sessions)
Target audience
Pups 8 weeks to about 5 months (some exceptions to upper age limit made on individual basis) and their owners
Limit
4 puppies.
What to expect
Learn the basics of positive reinforcement training! Your puppy will learn sit, down, stand, stay, wait, leave it, loose leash walking, and to come when called. In addition, we will practice body handling (taking the stress out of veterinary exams) talk about puppy play biting, and many other practical aspects of puppy ownership. There will be opportunities for your puppy to socialize with the other puppies between structured training periods.
Requirements
Pups must have had first round of vaccinations plus initial dewormer and their vet care must be up-to-date for their age.
$200 for 6 sessions to be paid in advance. NO REFUNDS OR MAKE-UP SESSIONS FOR MISSED CLASSES.
Fee
How to enroll
Complete the enrollment form found HERE. Check the calendar for the Puppy Social Hours.
BASIC OBEDIENCE CLASS (6 sessions)
Target audience
Dogs at least 6 months of age
Enrollment limit
4 dogs
What you and your pup will learn
Brush up on all the basics, trouble shoot problems, get a snappy recall, and practice loose leash walking in a fun atmosphere of positive reinforcement training. Friendly dogs have the option of a ½ hour socialization period after class on our fenced acreage, provided it’s not raining too hard.
Requirements
Dogs must be current on their vaccinations
$200 for 6 sessions, to be paid in advance. NO REFUNDS OR MAKE-UP SESSIONS FOR MISSED CLASSES
Fee
How to enroll
Complete the enrollment form found HERE. Check the Calendar for the next series
PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR (weekly)
Target audience
Pups 8 weeks to 6 months
Limit
10 puppies.
What to expect
You will learn how to safely supervise your puppy’s play, how and when to intervene if there is tension or escalation of the play and the basics of dog body language. Emphasis is placed on making sure each puppy has a positive experience playing with others. Puppies are matched by play style and shyer puppies are allowed to observe until they are ready to venture into the mix. Your puppy will go home enriched and tired! Half the session is in the classroom, half is on the grounds.
Requirements
Pups must have had first round of vaccinations plus initial dewormer and their vet care must be up-to-date for their age. Vaccination records are required prior to the first social hour. In order to attend, you must reply to the email that goes out the day before the social hour. RSVPs are necessary so the number of dogs does not exceed the limit Signed liability waiver found HERE
$5 per social hour
Fee
How to enroll
Once approved as an attendee, you may drop-into this program provided there are open spots (see requirements above). If interested, please email . Check the calendar for the Puppy Social Hours.
CLASSES BEING PLANNED
Dog Park Etiquette - For owners who might be nervous about dog parks and would like a safe forum to discuss concerns, tactful communication with other owners, and best practices
Recall - A specialty class on recall rules and games
Agility for Fun and Skills - For owners and dogs who want to build their dogs confidence and focus. This class will be about fun, movement, and learning to engage your dog; it's not designed for owners who are interested in competitive agility
Email if you are interested in any of these up and coming classes!