Dog Training

Dog Training San Francisco

Thank you for your interest in SF SPCA Dog Training Classes

The San Francisco SPCA offers a wide variety of reasonably priced pet dog training classes for people and their dogs. All of our classes, from puppy basics to specialty classes, are offered on both weeknights and weekends.

Our knowledgeable instructors use positive based training methods to help you train your dog and build a strong bond. The goal of our training program is to keep your canine companion in a loving home and help him become a well behaved canine citizen.

Questions? Please call 415-522-3509 and we'll be happy to assist you.

Learn more about classes. See all our current course offerings.

 

Spotlight on "Senior Scholars": A class designed specifically for your dog 7 years old or older

As our canine companions age, they often develop special needs. Here at the San Francisco SPCA, we are pleased to offer a special class for the senior dog in your life.

In our new Senior Scholars class, students will learn comfortable, creative and fun ways to physically and mentally stimulate and soothe their aging best friend’s body and mind. Senior Scholars will cover everything from the basics up to fun tricks and more, all the while keeping our senior dogs’ comfort and happiness first and foremost!

No dog is “too old” to learn new tricks—they are all Senior Scholars!

Frequency & Duration: 45 minutes per week for 4 weeks. First week is orientation for guardians only--no dogs please.

Class includes: Homework, clicker, and Certificate of Completion

Fees: $60 ($40 if your dog has taken a previous SF SPCA class in the past year).

Class capacity: 8 students

Location: 243 Alabama Street

Course prerequisites: Minimum age for class is 7 years old. Dogs must be able to be handled gently by a friendly stranger and must be able to work safely around people and other dogs on leash. Please inform us of any limitations (such as arthritis in hips, hard of hearing, etc.) upon registration.

Upcoming classes:

To register, please click on the class dates above.

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