In this class students ready for Excellent & Master signs, as well as continue to practice the past level signs. 

Price:  $140 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisite:

• This class requires that the handler/dog has successfully completed the Rally Advanced class and has at least AKC Rally Novice title
• Students moving up from the Rally Advanced class require the trainer’s approval 

What to bring to class: Flat collar, martingale, or slip collar, 6-foot leash, high-value treats, treat pouch, water, and a positive attitude!  No e-collars. Crate so your dog is safely put up during the walk-through that precedes each class.  

Cancellation & Refunds: 

Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.

Our AKC Novice Obedience class is a great next step to continue your dog’s obedience training journey. Developed in the 1930s, competitive obedience is one of the oldest sports offered by the AKC and is open to dogs of all breeds and mixed breeds.

In this class, you and your dog will learn the core exercises performed in Novice obedience, including on- and off-leash heeling, recalls, and sit- and down-stays. These skills prepare teams to compete in AKC Obedience trials and work toward the AKC Companion Dog (CD) Title.

Whether your goal is to step into the obedience ring or simply develop a focused, well-mannered companion, this class will help strengthen teamwork, communication, and reliable obedience skills.

Skills practiced include:

• Heeling with adjustment in pace, including stops and starts, and figure eights
• Sit-stay and recall from a distance
• Stand for exam, an exercise where the dog allows a stranger to come up and touch it  while staying without the owner next to the dog

Our experienced trainers will help you build a competitive team with your dog and cultivate a willingness to work.

Classes should be repeated to become proficient in all skills before advancing to the next level class.

Price:  $140 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisite: Proficient in skills taught in Advanced Obedience and CGC / Intermediate class. Obedience & Rally - Focus & Heeling Dog Training can be taken before or concurrently with this class.

What to bring to class: Flat, martingale, or slip collar, 6 foot leash, high value treats, treat pouch, water, and a positive attitude! No e-collars or retractable leashes.

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.

Rally is a unique dog sport that emphasizes teamwork between you and your dog. Together, you will navigate a course at your own brisk pace, working side-by-side to complete various exercises.

In Rally, you and your dog move through a course made up of signs, each representing a different obedience command or skill. The course is designed by the instructor and includes a variety of commands like sit, down, stay, and more, along with various turns and movements. Whether you're preparing for a Rally competition or just want to have fun with your dog, this course is the perfect way to enjoy training together.

Rally offers a clear path for you and your dog to grow together in training. The levels are designed to match your progress and build skills step-by-step:

Rally Intermediate & Advanced: Where you and your dog work together on-leash, 10-17 signs.

Rally Excellent & Master level courses.  These levels transition to off-leash work, allowing for even more freedom and advanced skills as you and your dog master each challenge, 15-20 signs.

Classes should be repeated to become proficient in all skills before advancing to the next level class.

Price:  $140 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisite:  Your dog needs to be able to heel on leash, sit, stand, down, front, finish to the left and right, as well as stay in the sit, down and stand positions. 

What to bring to class: Flat collar, martingale, or slip collar, 6-foot leash, high-value treats, treat pouch, water, and a positive attitude!  No e-collars. Crate so your dog is safely put up during the walk-through that precedes each class.  

Cancellation & Refunds:  

Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.

This class is designed for dogs who are already working with odor and/or pairing and want to refine their skills for AKC Scent Work and other trialing organizations.

In this class, dog and handler teams will focus on improving key skills such as change of behaviors, reward timing, leash handling, handler body movement, and enhancing the dog's drive to odor. Whether you're preparing for a Scent Work competition or simply want to elevate your dog's abilities, this class will help strengthen your performance.

Classes should be repeated to become proficient in all skills before advancing to the next level class.

Prerequisite: Referral from ScentWork Beginning I & II instructor or  equivalent experience and dogs should recognize more than one odor.  

See the description of all scentwork classes and the order of progression: ScentWork Class descriptions and progression

Price: $142.50 for 7 week session.  Classes are held on Tuesdays. 

What to bring to class: What to bring to class: Flat collar, martingale, or slip collar.  No e-collar, choke chain, prong collars or harnesses restricting the shoulders. At least a 10 foot leash that is easty to take on and off, no retractable leashes,  treat pouch, crate so your dog is safely put up during rotations.

Cancellation & Refunds: 

Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.