Basic Training Classes

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Due to our small class sizes enrollment is open until a class fills. It may sometimes be necessary to delay our start date. If the class you want is not currently active you can register now to reserve your spot on the roster; payment is not due until the class has an official start date.

The Training Studio

Family Manners

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Start date: Monday, TBD at 6:30 p.m.

Class duration: 6 weeks

 

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Instructor: Cheryl Woolnough CPDT-KSA, Fear Free Certified Trainer

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Family Manners is a beginner's class that focuses on foundation skills using

positive reinforcement training to improve communication between people

and their canine companions. Some of the skills we will introduce are; focus on their person, coming when called, door manners, leave it, drop, leash skills, polite greetings and more. 

 

Class size: Maximum 5 dogs

 

Fee: $165

 

Requirements:

• Current vaccinations

My Dog Has C.L.A.S.S.® - B.A. for Dogs™

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Dates: Saturdays at 4:15 p.m.--rolling enrollment, join any time!

Class duration: 6 weeks (5 weeks of regular class with evaluation on week 6),

1 hour per week

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**Holiday weekends there will not be any class**

 

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Instructor: Valerie Fry, KPA-CTP

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Canine Life and Social Skills, or C.L.A.S.S.™, was developed by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Help your dog learn and practice real-life skills, such as waiting at the door, walking nicely on a leash, settling, meeting strangers, attention, coming when called, and more. The goal is to help your dog be well-behaved in your household and a welcome part of society. This class also teaches pet parents more about dog behavior. In week 6 of class, each team will take the “B.A. for Dogs™” evaluation for an opportunity to earn their “degree”.

 

Are you and your dog high achievers? Help your dog earn a Masters and Ph.D. by building on the skills you practice in the B.A. class.

 

Class size: Maximum 5 dogs

 

Fee: $155

 

Requirements:

• Current vaccinations

• Minimum age 20 weeks

• Dog must be able to safely work with pet owner within ten feet of other dogs.

• B.A. must be completed to earn the M.A. for Dogs™, which must be completed to earn the Ph.D. for Dogs™

Nose Games

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Dates: Saturdays at 4:15 p.m. Rolling enrollment, join any time! (nonreactive dogs only)

             **Holiday weekends there will not be Saturday class**

            Level 1; Sunday, TBD at 1:30 p.m. (reactive & nonreactive dogs)

                        **Delayed until further notice**

            Level 2; Sunday, TBD at 3:00 p.m. (reactive & nonreactive dogs)

                        **Delayed until further notice**

Class duration: 4 weeks, 1 hour per week

Instructor (Saturdays): Valerie Fry, KPA-CTP, ABCDT-L2

Instructor (Sundays): Fanna Easter, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, ABCDT-L2

Intro to Nose Games is designed to tap into your dog’s primary sense – his amazing sense of smell! This class introduces the concept of a search game that you can play at home, and helps you learn to read your dog’s body language while giving your dog a fun sniffing workout! Each week increases the level of challenge for your dog. Any dog is welcome (reactive, shy, exuberant, senior dogs, etc.). The exercises are performed with one dog at a time and are tailored to set up each dog to succeed. No prior training is needed. The only requirements are a 6-foot leash and a generous supply of your dog’s favorite yummy treats. This class is similar to  K9 Nose Work  developed by Ron Gaunt, Amy Herot, and Jill Marie O’Brien.

Class size: Maximum 4 dogs

Fee: $125

Requirements:

• Current vaccinations

• Minimum age 20 weeks

• 6-foot leash

G.A.M.E.S.

Great Activities for Mental Exercise and Skills 

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Start Date: Tuesday, TBD at 7:00 PM

Class duration: 4 weeks

 

Instructor: Susan Geib, CPDT-KA

 

Play with a purpose! Every dog can benefit from our online G.A.M.E.S. (Great Activities for Mental Exercise and Skills) class. Learn new behaviors that are enriching, encourage your dog to pay attention to you and teach you how to communicate in a way your dog will understand. 

 

Class size: Maximum 4 dogs

  

Fee: $125

 

Requirements:​

• All current vaccinations required (DHPP, Rabies, Bordatella)

• Bring your own mats and high value treats