This 8-week course is for dog's 16 weeks of age and up.  This course guides the owner through the "teen" months of their dog and also addresses challenges of the older dog.  

 

Topics Include:

 

• Basic commands (such as, sit, down, come, stand, stay, leave it, drop it, off)

• Focusing exercises to improve your dog's response around distractions

• Walking and heeling on leash

• House manners (to reduce inappropriate behavior such as jumping and barking)

• House or yard boundaries

• Proper play and games

 

 

 

 

 

 

What to bring to class: six foot leash (no retractable leashes), flat collar or harness and treats or toys for motivation

 

Class Requirements:

 

• All dogs must be current on distemper, bordetella and rabies vaccinations and parasite free to attend sessions. Please bring proof of vaccination to first class.

• Handlers under 16 years old must have adult supervision. Multiple family members are allowed and encouraged to attend classes. (However, at some locations we must limit the number of family members attending.)

 

How to register for classes:

 

• To sign up for a course, call our office at 262-363-4529. Then print out a registration form and send it in with payment to guarantee your spot in the course. Click here for a registration information.

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Listed below are the starting dates for the Adult Beginner classes. Whichever day you start, is the day of the week and time your class will be held for the eight week session. The class is 1 hour long.