Private Training
Are you and your dog just starting out? Do you want to learn at your pace without the distraction for your pup of other dogs? Are you dealing with issues/behaviors specific to your dog? Then private training sessions are for you. At each session you and your trainer will work on your dog's training plan, spending as much time as necessary working on the skills you and your dog need to master. Highly recommended for new puppies and/or older dogs with specific negative behaviors. Though Private Training is a great way to start, we HIGHLY recommend once you and your dog are ready, that you progress into group classes!
Beginner Obedience Training (For dogs 9 months and older) – 6 sessions
This class is the first step in your dog becoming a well-mannered member of society, one you'll be proud to take anywhere. You and your pup will master the basics of “Focus”, “Sit”, “Down” and “Loose Leash Walking” as well as foolproof “Recalls”, “Leave It”, "Wait" with distractions, “Off” and “Hup” and other useful commands in a fun and social environment. Class size is limited.
Puppy Preschool (For puppies 10 weeks to 9 months) – 6 sessions
This is like a “Mommy and Me” class for you and your new puppy! A portion of each class will be dedicated to learning the basic commands: “Focus”, “Sit”, “Down” and “Loose Leash Walking” as well as foolproof “Recalls”, “Leave It”, "Wait" with distractions, “Off” and “Hup”. Another portion of each class will include socialization and confidence building activities. The final portion of each class will be a play session where puppies will have the opportunity to make new friends in a safe and supervised environment. Most importantly we’ll deal with the common puppy problems – housebreaking, nipping and chewing, jumping, crate training, separation issues etc. Class size is limited.
Out And About – 6 sessions
In this fun group class, you and your dog will train in public locations with focus and control. The group will visit malls, stores, parks, restaurants, and other places you might want to enjoy with your dog. You and your dog will learn to manage dealing with the public and navigating public places with grace and confidence. We’ll tackle handling distractions large and small, reactivity issues towards other dogs, and reinforcing proper greeting behavior with strangers and friends. If you are considering taking the CKC Canine Good Neighbor test, hoping to train your dog as a Therapy dog or thinking about some of the many dog sports available to you and your dog, then this is the class you’ll want!
Introduction to Scentwork – 6 sessions
Did you know a dog’s sense of smell is how they process the world and that it’s estimated to be more than 100 times better than humans? So…give your dog the chance to put that talent to work! Over the 6 sessions of class, students and their dogs will learn fun scentwork games similar to the training that is used in working with bomb detection and drug detection dogs. Each dog will work individually, making scentwork a great activity for dogs that might not “play well with others”. Remember, a dog with a job is a happy dog and we guarantee your dog will sleep well after this class!
Introduction to Agility – 6 sessions
Is your dog the Energizer Bunny or a diehard couch potato? Are they a little insecure, in need of a boost of self-confidence? Or, do they just love spending time with you, their favorite person, doing fun stuff? If so, Agility might be their new favorite activity! Agility is a fast-paced sport that has dogs racing through an unfamiliar obstacle course which includes ramps, zigzag weave poles, jumps, and tunnels and even a teeter-totter! Dogs and owners will be safely introduced to all the basic pieces of equipment, which, once mastered, will be used to create new courses every week to challenge handling skills and teamwork. Agility not only builds strength and stamina in dogs—and handlers!—but lays a solid foundation of dog/human communication and teamwork. At the introductory level, dogs will primarily work on-lead, advancing to off-lead work in the Intermediate Agility class.
Kids and Dogs: Teaching all members of a family – young and old - how to train the dog – 6 sessions
This basic level obedience class covers everything we do in our Beginner class but with a twist – This class is especially designed for families with children and the primary training is handled by the kids. Dogs will be taught the core obedience commands “Focus”, “Sit”, “Down”, “Loose Leash Walking”, foolproof “Recalls”, “Leave It” and "Wait". However, each class will include time for fun including teaching tricks, team challenges and interactive games for kids and dogs. If your dog is part of your family, he needs to obey and respect everyone in the family. This class will not only ensure everyone is consistent in training, more importantly it will truly bond your dog to your entire family. After all, isn’t that why you got a dog?
Dog Sport Sampler – 6 sessions
Looking for new training challenges for you and your dog? Or perhaps you want a way to strengthen the bond between you and your dog? Thinking about getting your feet wet in the world of competitive dog sports? At PHD, we offer a wide range of both informal and competition-based dog sport classes. We also have a systematic training program for individuals wanting to prepare their dogs for Therapy Dog volunteer work. Days and times for these classes are dependent on current student interest and availability. Contact us for the most current schedule.
Conformation Handling Class – 6 sessions
Ever watch a dog show on television and wondered what it would be like to try your hand at handling? Do you have a promising show prospect who needs to learn the routines and skills required in the conformation show ring? Or are you looking for a family-friendly activity for your dog-crazy kid? Conformation Handling class is suitable for both experienced and "newbie" handlers of all ages. Each session we cover all of the basic skills required in the show ring - hand and free-stacking, gaiting, judge exams, movement patterns. I'm very proud that hundreds of my Junior and adult handlers have gone on to success in the conformation show ring and in Junior Showmanship competition. However, what I am most pleased with is how much fun they've all had doing it!
