Santa Clara Dog Training Club

Our Beginner Obedience course will guide you through all the basics to help you teach your dog the right skills from the beginning. This class covers the commands to get you started and the tools to make training fun, including:

• Start the obedience basics: Recall, Walking on leash, Sit, Down and Stay
• Games to build focus: Watch me, drop it or give, and touch
• Build a connection: learn how to use commands, praise, and release to encourage good behavior
• Learn the body language: understand how your position and movement can help you communicate better with your dog

AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy certificate is awarded at the conclusion of class provided dog and handler attend a minimum of 6 classes, completes all 20 Star puppy behaviors and is less than 12 months old.  Dogs older than 12 months may want to test for the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title.

Price:  $150 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisite: Your dog must be 16 weeks or older on the first day of class.

What to bring to class: Flat or martingale collar sized appropriately sized for your dog, 6 foot leash, high value treats, treat pouch, water, towel/mat 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.