Basic Obedience Training
Teach your dog how to be the dog you want! Obedience training is the best way to prevent problems from starting and to clear up any problems you and your dog may be having.
Training is not just about teaching your dog to sit, down, and stay. Our classes are designed for learning how to communicate with your dog, learning what your dog is communicating, and teaching your dog what you’d like from them. When you and your dog reach an understanding, wonderful things can happen. To teach your dog good canine manners, all that’s needed is some time, knowledge, and a commitment. A group obedience training class is a great way to learn.
Unlike a book or video, a live class offers:
- Information, advice, and feedback from professional dog trainers.
- An opportunity for your dog to practice listening to you with a ton of distractions around.
- A regular date with your dog where you can learn to better understand each other and bond.
- The chance for your dog to get comfortable around people and other dogs.
Our basic obedience training class is for dogs over four months of age—no upper age limit.
The standard basic exercises are taught including sit, down, stay, come, heel and more. We also discuss and demonstrate problem prevention and solving as well as nutrition and games to play. (Click on the Topics tab for more information.)
We teach you how to train your dog, so your dog will listen and behave no matter where you are. We want your dog to listen to you, not just a trainer. We cover different topics each week; we’ll talk you through it and demonstrate, then we’ll guide everyone through practicing with their dog.
We have a team of trainers so we can get to know you, answer questions, review topics, give tips, and offer suggestions–we’re here to help!
Although almost all training begins with teaching your dog to sit and lie down, training is much more than repeating simple rote exercises. Each class is a mix of lecture, demonstration, and practice time. Topics covered in basic class include:
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We talk about and practice these exercises, and we review, but we want to do everything we can for you and your dog to progress. After each class, we send an email with a short review of each exercise. We’ve found it helps people remember what was covered and improves their dog’s training. For tips and problem solving, see our articles on dog training.
At this time, no one under the age of 16 will be allowed in the training center.
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