Individual & Group Classes in the District of Sebastian

$120, 4-weeks,  45-minute classes

Class topics include:

• Puppy socialization
• Confidence building with surfaces, noises, other dogs, etc.
• Discussions about:
• Potty and crate training
• Puppy biting and chewing

Your puppy's first class! Starting on the right paw is essential to preventing problem behaviors in the future. A puppy's first 4 months are critical for socialization and introduction to new surfaces, noises, objects, scenarios, etc.

This class gives your pup the chance to build confidence by learning through exploration. While they're learning with their noses and paws, you will have the opportunity to increase your knowledge of puppy handling and management for your day-to-day life. You will also learn how to properly introduce your pup to other dogs and people in a safe and controlled environment.

 $160, 5-weeks, 1-hour classes

The goal of this class is to start basic obedience around other pups and people. Socialization and confidence building are very important to a young dog. This age is also a difficult time for many dogs behaviorally. If you and your pup are struggling with problem behaviors, it's likely your other class members are too!

Class training topics include:

• Attention-grabbing word
• Nose targeting for recall (Start of Come)
• Sit, Down, Stand
• Loose Leash Walking
• Handling (ears, tails, paws, mouth)

$160, 5-weeks, 1-hour classes

Reap the benefits of earning your dog's attention when tempted by distractions such as other dogs, people and everything that comes with training in an outdoor setting and vet clinic. 

Teach your dog basic cues, including:

• Attention-grabbing word 
• Nose targeting
• Leashed recall/Come
• Sit, Down, Stand
• Stay
• Leave It
• Loose leash walking

$20 per dog, 45-minute training walk, occurs monthly

Walking is essential for a dog's wellbeing! Join a pack of other dogs and handlers for a leashed training walk with two trainers.

Gain helpful tips for managing your dog on leash, successful greetings & more!

• One dog per handler
• NO retractable leashes please
• Bring treats to motivate your dog
• Bring water for your dog and yourself
• Both human & dog should be prepared for a mile long walk!

$225, 6-weeks including test day, 1-hour classes

The AKC Canine Good Citizen™ (CGC) program provides a perfect framework for training your dog to become a polite member of society.

The 10 test items on the CGC test are practical, functional behaviors that every dog should have to be welcomed in the community.

• Accept a friendly stranger 
• Sit politely for petting 
• Appearance and grooming 
• Out for a walk on a loose lead 
• Walk through a crowd 
• Sit, down and stay in place 
• Come when called 
• Reaction to another dog 
• Reaction to distraction 
• Supervised separation 

Your dog may take the CGC Test without taking the class. Partaking in the class is purely to the benefit of you and your dog to prepare for test day. Please reach out if you have questions! 

For more information on the AKC or CGC test, click here: www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/