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Group Classes:
Dog Track

Yes! You can teach an old dog new tricks! Using our dog-friendly training methods, dogs of any age can learn! Dogs aren't born knowing the rules, and it's our responsibility to make sure that they learn how to peacefully coexist with us in our world.

Maybe you adopted your dog when he was an adult, or maybe you didn't have a chance to teach him when he was a pup. It doesn't matter, dogs are like sponges, soaking up anything we teach them. Come join a course and see how much fun it is!

DOG COURSES and PROGRESSION

FIRST: Dog Manners 101
Dog Manners 101
is the first course you'll take in this track. This course has everything you and your dog need to get you started.

This is a seven week course for dogs who are over five months. Read a detailed course description.

NEXT: Doggie High School
Doggie High School furthers your dog's education helping you master the most important skills.

This is a six week course for graduates of Dog Manners 101. You'll reinforce what you learned in that course and also learn crucial behaviors including stay, leave it, wait.

This course is a prerequisite for Out and About and Real Life Distrations. Read a detailed course description for Doggie High School.

What you get

  • Small-group instruction (one hour each week) on the things that you need to know about your puppy and you'll teach your puppy what he needs to know about living in the human world.
  • Easy to read, step-by-step instructions on every behavior and every topic that is covered during the class. You don't need to take notes, it's all written down for you.
  • Unlimited free e-mail access to your instructor to to discuss your progress, ask questions, or get advice on what you're learning.
  • Structured and comfortable environment in which to learn about what your puppy needs from you and what you need from your puppy (and how to get it!).
  • Graduation party, complete with graduation certificate to show off to your friends and neighbors!
  • A well behaved puppy with whom you can enjoy spending time!



Schedule & Registration Info


How will it help me?

Smart Dog University can shed some light on the most common problems dog owners face:

  • pulling on the leash
  • ignoring you
  • not listening
  • jumping
  • barking
  • running off