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Monday-Friday
7:00am - 6:30pm

Saturday & Sunday
by appointment only
    7:00am-9:00am
    4:00pm-6:00pm

This year the office will also be closed on Friday, December 26th. We will be accepting pick ups and drop offs for boarders between the 7-9am and 4-6pm on that day.



Our office is closed on the following holidays:
  • New Years Day
  • Memorial Day
  • July 4th
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving and the day after
  • Christmas

 

Training

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Puppy Kindergarten - $119 (for puppies 3 - 5 mos. old)
This is a fun & information packed class that will help your puppy become a well balanced, healthy, and socialized dog. We cover such puppy behaviors as chewing, mouthing, jumping, barking, potty training, crate training, grooming, diet, appropriate play/exercise. Your puppy will also be introduced to basic cues such as come, sit, down, watch & leave it.
Sorry, no dogs to the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 puppy maximum.

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Puppy Social Play Time ($5.00 per play period)
On weekends come 15 minutes early before Puppy Kindergarten for Puppy Social Play Time. Watch your puppy play with his/her classmates while he/she learns important canine communication skills while socializing with the other pups.
2 puppy minimum.



Canine Middle School - $119 (5 mos. & up)
Through the use of positive reinforcement you will teach your dog manners using basic cues including sit, down, stay, come, heel, as well as leave it, and quiet. The goal is to have the dogs not only learn what the cues mean, but also to perform them willingly every time, regardless of distractions. Common behavior problems are also discussed.
Sorry, no dogs to the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum.

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Canine High School - $119 (prerequisite: Canine Middle School or dog readily/willingly performs basic obedience cues)
Dogs are challenged to use their manners and perform basic cues regardless of distractions. The cues previously learned are validated through the process of proofing. Continued discussion of common behavior problems and any other concerns that participants may have about their dogs.
Dogs do attend the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum.

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Canine College - $119 (prerequisite: Canine High School)
Preps your dog to earn an official certification from the American Kennel Club (AKC)! This course prepares you & your dog for the AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. Benefits of obtaining your CGC are discussed. Each of the 10 test items are practiced with an emphasis on your dog behaving politely in public (sitting politely for petting, heeling through a crowd of people, reaction to distractions, etc). Field trips & additional distractions challenge the dogs and help them to prepare for the test. Price includes CGC test that is administered by an official AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator during the final class.
Dogs do attend the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum.

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Extra Credit [Drop-In Class] - $10.00 per session (prerequisite: Canine Middle School)
Why not drop-in to school instead of out?! We understand that you have a busy schedule. We offer flexible, no commitment drop-in classes that are fun and challenging for you and your canine companion. No need to enroll in class or call ahead. Just show up and spend quality time with your dog while practicing manners, obedience, and stimulating his mind. Use this class as a refresher or to improve your dog's reactions around distractions. Please make sure you keep us up to date on your dog's vaccination records.

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Canine PHD (Positively Happy Dog!) - $119 (prerequisite: Canine College/CGC or prior approval)
We continue to challenge our dogs (and show off a little!) in the following ways: cueing our dogs from a distance, using hand signals, working off-leash, and polishing the heel command with progressively more challenging exercises.
Dogs do attend the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum.
Please note: Although your dog may be ready for off-leash work, due to safety concerns and out of respect for others and community leash laws no dog is ever allowed off leash in outdoor classes or field trips.



Recess - Dog Tricks - $119 (prerequisite: Canine High School)
Tricks are fun and beneficial! Learning tricks provides much needed mental stimulation by challenging your dogs mind. Through positive reinforcement and clicker training we teach you how to train your dog 1-2 new tricks per week. Tricks' training reinforces positive behaviors instead of destructive ones. Tricks include crawl, dead dog, balance the bone, high-five, jumping through hoops, roll over, and more!
Sorry, no dogs to the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum.



Recess - Fun with Obstacles - $119 (prerequisite: Canine High School)
Obstacles help dogs build confidence, reduce clumsiness, and bond with their owner. Various obstacles include dog walk, tunnel, low table, and various types of jumps. We utilize positive reinforcement and treats to motivate the dogs.
Sorry, no dogs to the first class. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks and last 1 hour. 8 dog maximum



Tutoring - (Personalized One-on-One Sessions) Call for more information
Need a like a little extra help getting your dog or puppy started off on the right foot? Perhaps you're puzzled or concerned because your dog or puppy has developed a behavioral issue? From basic manners to serious aggression issues, our well qualified and educated behaviorists can help. Tutoring can be done in your home or at our facility by appointment. Please don't hesitate, many dogs can be rehabilitated through education, proper guidance, and understanding.