| Dog Obedience Classes |
| Are you in the Atlanta or Los Angeles area and looking for a Group Dog Obedience class? |
| Do you live North of Los Angeles? Sign up for the Basic Obedience Class affectionately called the "Wild and Crazy" Dog Obedience Class! This class is offered by the City of Santa Clarita once every season. |
click on the icon to visit the
Santa Clarita Season's Guide and
sign up for the class through them!
The class is listed under "Adult Classes"
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| Los Angeles East Valley Shelter in Van Nuys This is a Basic Obedience Class for the very low price of $40 total (no, that's not a typo!) |
| New Classes beginning approximately Every 6 Weeks Six Week Course Sunday Mornings: 9-10am NEW CLASS STARTS APRIL 13TH! |
| click the icon for information about the East Valley Shelter Sign up for class through Laura! |
Whether you take an group obedience class with me or another trainer, I highly recommend the
experience for every dog owner, be the dog a youngster or senior.
Group classes create an environment unique to themselves. I often say, I could come to your home
and work the sit, down, stay, etc. commands and your dog would certainly learn them. But being
able to accomplish those same focus commands in an area that is new and foreign to the dog (not
the comforts of the dog's home "territory") AND around a bunch of other dogs, is where the
challenge (and true training success) comes in.
Then, of course, the best part of group classes is the socialization. Some dogs are super social and
want to play all the time. Try getting an unwaivering sit-stay when your dog would rather be
romping with the Yellow Lab on his right! Or maybe your dog is undersocialized and either scared
of the other dogs, or aggressive towards them. The exposure each week to the other classmates
does wonders to bring dogs out of their shells, or teach aggressive dogs (whether from fear or
dominance) how to interact with fellow canines so they don't have to be isolated their whole lives.
DOGS ARE SOCIAL CREATURES. And learning proper doggie etiquette for play is vital to a dog's
wellbeing. Play is generally learned while nursing with littermates, but due to many different
circumstances, can be neglected in a dog's development. So go to a group class and help your dog
learn to be social and happy.
How do you find a good trainer? Ask around. Chat with other dog owners who may have taken a
class. Feel free to ask the potential trainer about his or her techniques and reasons behind them.
Make sure whatever methods they use, you are comfortable with them. Not to say you are looking
to expose some evil trainer who says hitting a dog will put him right in line. A simple example is
some trainers use treats as a "lure and reward" method, where other trainers prefer not using food
motivators and exclusively use praise (or "clickers") as the reward. Whatever it is, how do YOU
feel about the techniques? Because if you don't like the trainer's methods, you aren't going to be
excited to work the commands with your dog, and he won't learn or get better.
experience for every dog owner, be the dog a youngster or senior.
Group classes create an environment unique to themselves. I often say, I could come to your home
and work the sit, down, stay, etc. commands and your dog would certainly learn them. But being
able to accomplish those same focus commands in an area that is new and foreign to the dog (not
the comforts of the dog's home "territory") AND around a bunch of other dogs, is where the
challenge (and true training success) comes in.
Then, of course, the best part of group classes is the socialization. Some dogs are super social and
want to play all the time. Try getting an unwaivering sit-stay when your dog would rather be
romping with the Yellow Lab on his right! Or maybe your dog is undersocialized and either scared
of the other dogs, or aggressive towards them. The exposure each week to the other classmates
does wonders to bring dogs out of their shells, or teach aggressive dogs (whether from fear or
dominance) how to interact with fellow canines so they don't have to be isolated their whole lives.
DOGS ARE SOCIAL CREATURES. And learning proper doggie etiquette for play is vital to a dog's
wellbeing. Play is generally learned while nursing with littermates, but due to many different
circumstances, can be neglected in a dog's development. So go to a group class and help your dog
learn to be social and happy.
How do you find a good trainer? Ask around. Chat with other dog owners who may have taken a
class. Feel free to ask the potential trainer about his or her techniques and reasons behind them.
Make sure whatever methods they use, you are comfortable with them. Not to say you are looking
to expose some evil trainer who says hitting a dog will put him right in line. A simple example is
some trainers use treats as a "lure and reward" method, where other trainers prefer not using food
motivators and exclusively use praise (or "clickers") as the reward. Whatever it is, how do YOU
feel about the techniques? Because if you don't like the trainer's methods, you aren't going to be
excited to work the commands with your dog, and he won't learn or get better.
| Why Group Obedience Classes? |
I no longer teach this class since I moved to
Georgia. But this class TRULY is a deal, and I
know the trainers have the same background
as I do, so I would still recommend the class!
8 weeks for under $100. Try to find that
around town!
Georgia. But this class TRULY is a deal, and I
know the trainers have the same background
as I do, so I would still recommend the class!
8 weeks for under $100. Try to find that
around town!
I started this class with fellow trainer, Laura Dash, in 2006. I have
since moved to Georgia, but Laura is still teaching the class as always!
Laura is a terrific trainer. She has incredible patience and will go
above and beyond the extra mile to aid you with ANY issue you are
having. The class is 6 weeks for $40, there are two trainers AND you
can repeat the class for free if you want more practice!
If you have any questions about the class, you can contact Laura
through her email: LAURA DASH or visit her website:
www.dolittlesdogs.com
she also teaches private lessons if you would prefer at home help.
since moved to Georgia, but Laura is still teaching the class as always!
Laura is a terrific trainer. She has incredible patience and will go
above and beyond the extra mile to aid you with ANY issue you are
having. The class is 6 weeks for $40, there are two trainers AND you
can repeat the class for free if you want more practice!
If you have any questions about the class, you can contact Laura
through her email: LAURA DASH or visit her website:
www.dolittlesdogs.com
she also teaches private lessons if you would prefer at home help.
New!
| I am training at the Petco in Peachtree City, Georgia (click on the icon for store information) |
| Basic Dog Obedience for 4 months of age and up 6 week course for $99.95 (no tax!) SEVERAL CLASSES TO CHOOSE FROM! |
SATURDAYS 9-10 AM
New class starts May 3rd
or
TUESDAYS 7-8 pm
New class starts May 20th
THURSDAYS 6-7 pm
New class starts May 22th
New class starts May 3rd
or
TUESDAYS 7-8 pm
New class starts May 20th
THURSDAYS 6-7 pm
New class starts May 22th
*Note: This store has two trainers! Make sure you are signing up for my class!
Plus... when you sign up, be sure to mention you heard about the class through me.
I get a small commission which helps me afford to do this website!
Plus... when you sign up, be sure to mention you heard about the class through me.
I get a small commission which helps me afford to do this website!
| Questions about the class? Email Me Directly! |
FREE SEMINARS!
| Loose Leash Walking (bring your dogs!) TUESDAY, May 13th 7-8 pm Potty Training Puppies and Problem Dogs THURSDAY, May 15th 6-7 pm |