See Class Descriptions page for details  

Getting Started in Group Classes: 

• Attend the Introduction to Dog Training WITHOUT your dog and begin practicing the new skills! See Schedule of Classes
• Complete the online enrollment form and click “submit”
• Bring proof of your dog’s (current) vaccinations, and a small bag of treats when you attend your first class.
• You can pay when you attend your first class.  

Puppy Preschool
You may attend Puppy Preschool before attending  Introduction to Dog Training

Puppy Kindergarten and Levels
You are required to attend Introduction to Dog Training before attending these classes

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q. Which class do I need?

A. If you have a puppy between 10 and 20 weeks you will take Puppy Kindergarten Class. If you have an older puppy or adult dog, then you begin with Level 1.  

Q. What is Levels training?

A. The family manners training program is divided into 3 Levels. Each Level is a block of skills with a specific set of “move-up skills” for which each student demonstrates proficiency in order to move to the next Level. Students stay at each level until they’re ready to move up, which can be one week or four weeks. Each Level builds on the skills learned in a previous Level.  

Q. What is a Training Pass?

A. In the Levels program, you may purchase a 2-month or a 4-month training pass. The pass begins the date you attend your first class and expires 2 or 4 months after that date. During that time, you can attend as many training sessions as you want. For example, you could attend multiple Level 1 classes your first week, and move to Level 2 your second week. You may attend any classes at the Level you’re currently eligible for, and you may “drop back” to a lower Level at any time. You may not move ahead a level without instructor approval.  

Q. How many Levels will I get through on a 2-month Training Pass?

A. That really depends on many things: how well you and your dog master the skills, how frequently you attend class, and how much time you are able to spend working with your dog outside of class. We want you to focus on learning the skills rather than fretting the time frame!  

Q. What if my dog is too fearful or too aggressive acting for a group class?

A. It would be best to begin with private lessons where the trainer can help you with techniques to manage your dog as he learns new, more appropriate behaviors. Often, with behavior modification, the dog can go on to successfully join a group class.