Group Classes
Group classes are a vital part of your training journey with your dog, allowing for weekly support from both your instructor and your classmates. Small classes (4-6 dogs) ensure a relaxed atmosphere and personal attention for all students.
We use positive reinforcement including treats, praise, play, & access in all our classes.
We offer several classes in indoor and outdoor locations in Corvallis and Albany.
Basic Obedience Classes: 5 wks., $175
We offer several classes in indoor and outdoor locations in Corvallis and Albany. Check your registration for location details.
>>Adolescent Dogs (6-18months): Concepts & Skills
Outdoor class. Social skills and obedience concepts for developing puppy brains.
May start date coming soon!
The following Foundations Series classes are appropriate for dogs over 20wks. of age. Not appropriate for dogs displaying reactivity due to overexcitement or anxiety.
>>Foundations- Level 1: In-home success
Indoor class, required for Levels 2 & 3. Introduction to marker training systems, implement management and enrichment at home to ensure canine needs are being met appropriately, polish sit, down, attention, & place (stationing with a mat).
Register for Foundations 1, 5/1, 5:15pm*no class 5/24
>>Foundations- Level 2: Distractions
Outdoor class, required for Level 3. This is our most popular class and students often repeat it at least once. Desensitizing common distractions including people, dogs and sounds is crucial for your dog to function in the human world. We utilize both obedience skills and behavior modification protocols in this class.
Register for Foundations 2, 5/6, 6:30pm
>>Foundations- Level 3: Public Access
Outdoor class. Focus on Leash Walking, Stay, & Recall skills.
Register for Foundations 3, 5/4, 4:00pm*no class 5/25
Workshops: 2 wks., $75
Workshops are held outdoors in Philomath & Corvallis. They are appropriate for dogs over 20wks. of age. Not appropriate for dogs displaying reactivity due to overexcitement or anxiety.
>>Dealing with Distractions
A condensed version of Foundations- Level 2. Learn & apply protocols & strategies for acknowledging and dismissing distractions. Perfect for brushing up on Level 2 skills. Not a replacement for the full Level 2 class.
Register to start Distractions, 4/19 @ noon
>>Training Games
Have a little fun with your obedience skills! Shenanigans for humans and dogs included. Excellent class for enhancing your and your dog’s love of working together.
Summer session TBD
>>Improving Recall
Utilize classical conditioning and predictable setups to troubleshoot your recall. 20’ long line and the very best snacks required.
Summer session TBD
Practice Sessions: 1 wk., $40
We offer several practice sessions in indoor and outdoor locations in Philomath & Corvallis. Check your registration for location details. Not appropriate for dogs displaying reactivity due to overexcitement or anxiety.
>>Fitness & Cooperative Care
Indoor session, appropriate for ALL ages- the first half of the session is a quick, safe strength & mobility workout for your dog. The second half focuses on improving husbandry skills via cooperative care & desensitization techniques.
Register to attend Fitness & Cooperative Care, 4/12 @ 5:15pm
