Just the Basics

This  class covers training essentials, including sit, down, stay, come, and loose-leash walking. The first class of the 5-week series is an orientation for guardians only--please leave your dogs at home. Training with your dog will begin in class two.

Frequency & Duration: 1 hour per week for 5 weeks. Note: First class is an orientation for humans only--no dogs, please.

Class includes: Handbook and Certificate of Completion

Fees: $150 (If your dog was adopted from a shelter or 501(c)(3) rescue group within the last six months, fee is $135; please show adoption paperwork to receive discount).

Class capacity: 8-10 students

Location: 243 Alabama Street

Course prerequisites: Dogs must be 5 months of age or older, able to be handled gently by a friendly stranger, and able to work safely around people and other dogs on leash. You are highly encouraged to attend our free class, New Dog 101 prior to this class.

Upcoming classes:

• Saturdays, January 7 – February 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Instructor: Lilly, Training Annex) This class is now full.
  
• Saturdays, January 14 – February 11, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. (Instructor: Brenda, Training Annex) This class is now full.
• Tuesdays, January 31 – February 28, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Instructor: Stacey) This class is now full.
• Saturdays, February 4 – March 3, 10:45-11:45 a.m. (Instructor: Paul) This class is now full.
• Thursdays, February 16 – March 15, 6:15-7:15 p.m. (Instructor: Brenda, Training Annex)
• Sundays, February 19 – March 18, 10:00-11:00 a.m. (Instructor: Paul)
• Sundays, February 26 – April 1 (skip March 18), 2:45-3:45 p.m. (Instructor: Jeff, Training Annex)

To register, please click on a class above.

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