Services
Basic Obedience
Designed for puppies AND dogs new to training
This class focuses on building a strong foundation of manners, communication, and confidence. Dogs learn how to understand basic cues while working in a positive, structured environment.
Skills covered:
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Name recognition, focus & engagement
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Basic obedience commands Come (recall) on leash
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Loose leash walking basics
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Place/settle
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Cooperative care and grooming tolerance exercises
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manners / greetings around people and other dogs
What to expect:
Classes are information packed, supportive, and focused on relationship-building. Handlers learn how to communicate clearly, reward effectively, and manage common behaviors like jumping, pulling, and distractions.
Outcome
Dogs gain basic control and structure, and owners leave with the tools to reinforce good behavior at home.
Intermediate Obedience
For dogs with basic commands who need reliability and focus
This level builds on foundational skills while introducing distractions, duration, and real-world application. Dogs learn to stay engaged and responsive in more challenging environments.
Skills covered:
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More challenging commands
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Threshold control
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Neutral behavior around people and other dogs
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Adding distance distractions and duration to commands
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Intro to distance handling
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Structured walking
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Recall with distractions
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+more challenging group exercisies
What to expect:
Training becomes more structured and precise. Dogs are asked to hold commands longer, ignore distractions, and respond consistently. Owners refine their timing, body language, and expectations.
Outcome
Dogs develop reliability and self-control, making them easier to manage in public and everyday situations.
Advanced Obedience
For dogs with a strong foundation in basic and intermediate obedience.
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This class focuses on advanced control, responsiveness, and accountability. Dogs learn to perform commands confidently with minimal guidance, even in high-distraction environments.
Skills covered:
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More challenging commands
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Off leash work
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Off leash recall around people and other dogs
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Adding distance distractions in new environments
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Commands at a distance
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Training outside with distractions
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Advanced settling exercises
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+more challenging group exercisies
What to expect:
Advanced training focuses on reliability, neutrality, and real-world application. Dogs learn to stay engaged and responsive despite distractions, work through more challenging scenarios, and perform commands with greater precision, duration, and distance.
Outcome
Dogs build impulse control in new environments and around distractions, helping them learn how to stay calm and make good decisions even when unexpected situations arise in real life.
Therapy Dog in Training Class
Preparing dogs and handlers for calm, confident work in real-world environments
This class is designed for dogs and handlers interested in pursuing therapy dog work in settings such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and community programs. The focus is on developing reliable obedience, emotional stability, and appropriate social behavior in a wide variety of environments.
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**This is an advanced class, dogs must have an evaluation before being accepted into this course
What this class focuses on:
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Calm, controlled behavior around strangers
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Polite greetings and gentle interactions
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Comfort with handling, medical equipment, and mobility aids
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Neutral behavior around other dogs
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Strong obedience with distractions
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Confidence in new, unpredictable environments
What to expect:
Training emphasizes consistency, clarity, and handler awareness. Dogs are exposed to real-world scenarios in a structured, supportive setting, including unusual sounds, movements, and surfaces. Handlers learn how to read their dog’s stress signals, advocate appropriately, and maintain professionalism during visits.
Outcome
Teams leave better prepared for therapy dog evaluations and real-life visits, with dogs that are calm, confident, and well-mannered ambassadors. Note: Completion of this class does not guarantee therapy dog certification. Dogs must meet individual organization requirements and evaluations.
Private Training Lessons
Personalized, one-on-one training tailored to your dog and your goals
Private lessons are fully customized training sessions designed around what you and your dog need the most help with. These lessons are ideal for owners who want individualized attention, flexible pacing, and solutions tailored to their specific challenges and lifestyle.
What private lessons focus on:
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Addressing specific behavior concerns (leash pulling, jumping, recall, etc.)
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Building or refining obedience skills at your dog’s pace
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Improving communication and handling skills for the owner
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Working in environments relevant to your daily life (home, neighborhood, public spaces)
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Creating clear, realistic training plans you can maintain long-term
What to expect:
Each session begins with a discussion of goals, challenges, and progress. Training exercises are adjusted in real time based on your dog’s behavior and learning style. Owners receive hands-on coaching, clear feedback, and practical homework to reinforce results between sessions.
Outcome
You leave with a better understanding of your dog, improved confidence as a handler, and actionable skills you can immediately apply at home and in everyday situations.