Basic Manners
(Beginner Class)
- Live, online (via Zoom), a great choice for dogs who might be too distracted, nervous, overstimulated, or reactive to learn in the in-person class setting.
- In-person
Please be sure to take note of which version you are registering for.
Live, online Basic Manners via Zoom
- Fee: $190
- Six, 60-minute sessions
- Dog may be 6 months old and over.
- We will be using Zoom for this class, so you will need to have internet access and a smartphone or a computer. Before your first session, your instructor will send you log-in information as well as tips on how to prepare for the class.
- Instructors will use live demos, discussion and pre-recorded videos. You will also receive coaching from the instructor as you work with your own dog.
- Join us from anywhere!
- You’ll be surprised how well your dog can focus on you in your home environment!
In-person Basic Manners
- Fee: $200
- Six, 60-minute sessions
- Dogs may be 6 months old and over.
About this Class:
Your dog wants to spend time with you. You want a well-mannered companion. In this class, you both win! Working as a team, you will help your dog learn basic skills and practice training exercises while working around other dogs. Basic Manners is also a stepping stone to many of our other classes.
The online version is a great training foundations class choice for dogs who may be too distracted, nervous, overstimulated, or reactive to learn in the in-person class setting.
We use only positive methods – no choke, prong, or electronic collars. Training is fun for both you and your dog!
Instructors:
- Melissa Dilla (Metropolitan Dog)
- Joyce Loebig (Rewards Dog Training)
- Sarah Stoycos (Laughing Dog Academy)
- Susan Sanderson (Joyful Dog)
- Robin Shepherd (Infinite Dog)
- Veronica Beman (Heart’s Content Dog Training)
- Debbie Nathanson (Good Pets)
Fee:
- Live, online: $190
- In-person: $200
Number and length of class sessions:
- Live, online: Six sessions, 60-minutes each
- In-person: Six sessions, 60-minutes each
Upcoming Classes:
Please check Schedule at a Glance for days off and the last date of class.
Registration
Class fees help support the free programs and services provided by Your Dog’s Friend, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and supporting dog parents.