New Dog 101 (Free!)

This highly informative 2-hour session is for anyone who has a dog, is a new adopter, or is interested in getting a dog. A Q&A session with the trainer provides you with valuable advice specific to your situation.  No pre-registration is required for this class. You may just show up as we have plenty of space available.

Please double check the website the day of class to confirm the class schedule.

Discussion topics include: 

  • New dog management
  • Housetraining
  • Crate training
  • Exercise
  • Impulse control, and more!

Frequency & Duration:  1 session; 2 hours

Class includes: Lecture only; relevant handouts provided upon request. Please leave your dog at home.

Fees: FREE, although donations are always greatly appreciated

Class capacity: 100

Location: 243 Alabama Street

Course prerequisites: None. You are highly encouraged to attend New Dog 101 before beginning Just the Basics or Just the Small Basics.

Upcoming classes:

  • Thursday, February 9, 6:15-8:15 p.m. (Instructor: Brenda, Training Annex)
  • Saturday, February 18, 10:30-12:30 p.m. (Instructor: Shelley, Humane Ed. Classroom)

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