Training Classes
Need some help? We can put you on the right track. Our training classes use proven, positive-reinforcement methods to help you communicate with your dog. We’ll help you teach your dog to learn polite and correct behaviors. Whether you want basic manners or serious off-leash control, our dog obedience training curriculum is designed for you and your best buddy.
Puppy Class
Congratulations on your new family member! In Puppy Class we work on basic commands, proper socialization, and talk about puppy issues such as nipping, housetraining, chewing, etc.
Puppies from 8 weeks - 20 weeks, age appropriate vaccinations. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Jan 10 - Feb 14 | Tuesdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 6 - Apr 10 | Tuesdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 24 - May 5 (Skip 4/7) | Saturday | 11:30am - 12:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
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Teenager Class
Your sweet little puppy is getting a mind of his own! This is the perfect time to keep up with his training, while working specifically on teenager issues, not listening temper tantrums, becoming reliable in commands, weaning off treats, continued and correct socialization - and more!
Starting age for Teenagers varies: Small Breeds = 6 months - 12 months. Larger Breeds = 6 months -10 months, age appropriate vaccinations. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Jan 10 - Feb 14 FULL | Tuesdays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Jan 28 - Mar 10 (skip Feb 25) FULL | Saturdays | 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 6 - Apr 10 | Tuesdays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 24 - May 5 (Skip 4/7) | Saturdays | 12:30pm - 1:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Beginner Class
Now that our dogs are older and have a longer attention span, we are able to work on commands for a longer time and with added distractions. We tune in their attention skills, being able to focus on the owners no matter what distractions are going on around them.
Dogs from 8 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Jan 11 - Feb 15 | Wednesdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 7 - Apr 11 | Wednesdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Intermediate Class
Very difficult distractions are added, we work on "proofing" our dogs - making sure they can do any command in any circumstance, even if there is a dog running in front of them, or they cannot see where you are! We also start the beginnings of having a reliable dog off-leash.
Dogs from 8 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Jan 11 - Feb 15 FULL | Wednesdays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Jan 28 - Mar 10 (Skip Feb 25) | Saturdays | 1:00pm - 1:45pm | Click to Enroll |
| Mar 7 - Apr 11 | Wednesdays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Advanced Class
Looking for a fun class that challenges both you and your dog? This is the class for you! This class is for dogs that have completed the Intermediate Class with flying colors. Terrific bonding with your dog and a time to really fine tune your commands. We work on having perfection with positive reinforcement!
Dogs from 10 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $60.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| March 24 - May 5 (Skip 4/7) | Saturdays | 1:30pm - 2:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Control Unleashed Class - 1 & 2
Is your dog - Easily distracted? Unwilling to or too wound up by playing with a toy around other dogs? Reactive or easily aroused? Anxious, stressed or shut down? Unable to control their impulses when excited? Unable to be quiet and relaxed in their crate in a class or trial environment? Uncomfortable or unable to listen to you around other dogs? Click here for full class description
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 1 hour long. $110.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| CU-1 Jan 9 - Feb 13 FULL |
Mondays | 6:30pm- 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| CU-1 Jan 9 - Feb 13 FULL |
Mondays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| CU-1 Feb 26 - Apr 1 |
Sundays | 11:00am - 11:45am | Click to Enroll |
| CU-1 Mar 5 - Apr 9 |
Mondays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| CU-2 Jan 8 - Feb 12 |
Sundays | 10:00am - 10:45am | Click to Enroll |
| CU-2 Mar 5 - Apr 9 |
Mondays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Agility Foundations Class - 1
This class is for dogs 12 months of age or older who have competed a basic obedience class. Teams will begin learning handling maneuvers, body awareness, jumping and end-contact foundation skills. Students should bring lots of high value rewards and a toy. This class is taught by Renee from Upbeat Treat.
Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. Cost of class includes rental of 1 jump for the duration of class. Students will need to bring their jump with them to class each week. Class size is limited to 6 dogs. Cost: $110.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Jan 12 - Feb 16 | Thursdays | 7:30pm- 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Outdoor I
This class is taught at a Beginner-Intermediate level, and it's held entirely outdoors! Dogs who have experience with basic commands such as "Sit," "Down," "Stay," and "Come," will get some practice performing these exercises (and many others,) surrounded by all of the extra distractions that the outdoors provides. We will be incorporating various distractions and games to help achieve reliable commands, and each week, we will work on something different, making this the class not to miss!!
For dogs 8 months of age and older, please bring copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
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Outdoor II
This class is perfect for dogs who have completed the Outdoor I and/or (indoor) Intermediate Class. This is an Intermediate-Advanced level class, in which we will work on "proofing" the dogs in an outdoor setting-making sure that they can do any command in any circumstance (if a bird is flying above them, a firetruck is heard passing by, etc.) We will include "field trips" to get even more chances to practice in real world settings.
For dogs 8 months of age and older, please bring copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 6 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $90.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
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Canine Good Citizen Class
Work on "real world" exercises such as walking through a crowd on a loose leash, greeting a friendly stranger, meeting someone that also has a dog with them, etc. This is a 4-week class with the 5th week being the test. Pass all 10 exercises and get a certificate from the American Kennel Club stating that your dog is a Canine Good Citizen!
4 months - Adult. No prior class is required. $60.00 includes the price of the test. If you would like to just take the test without taking the class, it is $10.00 to test only. http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Mar 24 - Apr 21 (Skip 4/7) Test Date: April 28 | Saturdays | 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Rally for Fun Class
Rally class helps teach the dog focused attention while having fun! The handler and dog follow a course that includes sits, circles, spirals, and other fun exercises. In this class, we will be teaching you how to incorporate Rally exercises into your every day life. This class is not to prepare you for a Rally trial. It's Rally For Fun!
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. This class is limited to 8 dogs. $60.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| April 5 - April 26 | Thursdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Therapy Dog Prep Class
Learn the in's and out's of what your dog will need to know to enter into classrooms, hospitals or nursing homes. Introduction to Wheelchairs, Walkers, Vacuums, Balloons, etc. Find out how you can use positive reinforcement (clickers and marker words) to actually TEACH your dog to be calm in a different situation!
This class is NOT a certification class.
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $60.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Mar 8 - Mar 29 | Thursdays | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Shy Dog Class
Is your dog shy or nervous around new people? Does she hide when unfamiliar objects are present? If so, this is the class for you! Work on confidence building techniques, how to react (or not react) to your dogs behavior. Find out how you can use positive reinforcement (clickers and marker words) to actually TEACH your dog to be calm in a different situation!
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $60.00
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Mar 8 - Mar 29 | Thursdays | 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Click to Enroll |
| Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Tricks & Games Class
Looking for something fun to do with your dog? Want to wow your friends with your super cool dog? This is the class for you! Learn a variety of tricks plus play fun games that are sure to have you and your dog barking with joy!
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Must have completed Teenger and/or Beginner Class. Class meets once a week for 4 weeks and is approx. 45 minutes long. $60
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
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Workshops
Does your dog need help with just one or two behaviors or commands? Don't have time to take an entire 4-6 week class? Our workshops are perfect for you! Each workshop will focus on just one or two behaviors for the entire class to give you lots of practice.
Dogs from 6 months to adult, copy of vaccination records. Each workshop meets just one time and is approx. 45 minutes long. Only $15
| Class Dates | Class Day | Class Times | Enrollment |
| Tricks & Games--Feb. 2nd | Thursdays | 6:30p-7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Tricks & Games--Apr. 5th | Thursdays | 6:30p - 7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Heel -- Feb. 9th | Thursdays | 6:30p-7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Heel -- Apr. 12th | Thursdays | 6:30p - 7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Recalls -- Feb. 16th | Thursdays | 6:30p-7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Recalls -- Apr. 19th | Thursdays | 6:30p - 7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Off/Greeting -- Feb. 23rd | Thursdays | 6:30p-7:15p | Click to Enroll |
| Off/Greeting -- Apr. 26th | Thursdays | 6:30p - 7:15p | Click to Enroll |
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Refund Policy: Class fees will be refunded or transfered only if registrant
cancels registration no later than 7 days prior to the start of class. |
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Private Training Sessions
Private one-on-one training covering basic obedience in and around the house. You will learn how to effectively communicate with your puppy and problem-solve basic behavior problems like jumping, barking, leash-pulling (and more!) with dedicated positive training.
Sessions held at your home or the Dog Den office. $70/hr plus drive time.
First day of class
Bring a copy of your dogs vaccination record - All dogs over 6 months must be current on vaccinations. All puppies should have seen their veterinarian for a well puppy visit (if they are too young for shots). We also accept titers.
Please bring a 6-foot leash - Either leather or nylon. Please do not bring a Flexi or retractable leash to class.
Bring a motivator for your dog - Bring good soft, smelly treats! Treats that work best for training are: Cut up hot dogs (cut up very small), cut up cheese, cooked chicken, soft training treats, etc. Small squeaky toys, tug ropes, and tennis balls work great too!
Family members and guests are invited! Anyone that is involved in your dog's training is welcome to attend class.
Please come to the first class at least 15 minutes early - For orientation, registration, and to allow time for your dog to get used to the new environment and the other dogs in class.
Please be respectful of others and remember to turn off your cell phones.
Payment is required on or before the first day of class. We accept cash or check.
Make sure your dog or puppy is wearing a regular buckle collar, harness or Gentle Leader. Please, no choke chains or prong collars.