Do all dogs need training??
Yes. When you bring a dog into your home it's important that you and your dog learn to communicate clearly and consistently with each other. A great place for that to happen is during training. And training is great for dogs of all ages!
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Puppies are adorable, that's why we love them. But there are puppy behaviors that are less than endearing - like chewing the furniture or shoes and house soiling.
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Not quite a puppy, but not a calm adult - get ready for adolescent antics! It happens to all dogs - boundless energy and sometimes new (and undesirable) behavior seems to appear out of no where.
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Welcome home, Fido! Adding a new dog to the family is exciting. And then the honeymoon is over and it's time to really get to know each other.
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Finally, the kids get that dog they've been asking for and all is not going quite as planned. We've been there and can help!
The Learning Dog Academy has a variety of training solutions to meet your needs
Puppy Program
Everyone wants a well mannered puppy. Puppy classes are a good place to start. There are no shortcuts in training - it takes time. The Learning Dog Academy helps pet parents set realistic and achievable goals for their puppies while solving common puppy problems.
Puppy Manners @ Home
In-home training is a great way to help you pup get started on the right paw! In addition to teaching your puppy the "basics", the trainers at The Learning Dog Academy customize training so that your puppy has the skills needed to be a great canine companion.
$75 per 1-hour session/ $420 6-session prepaid training package
Puppy Pals: Play & Socialization
Socialization is more than meeting new dogs and people. This is a safe, positive group class for puppies to meet other pups while interacting with new things in the environment. Classes are limited to 6 puppies.
$195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
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Puppy Pals 1 - for puppies 10-16 weeks old
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Puppy Pals 2 - for puppies 16-24 weeks old
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Puppy Pals 3 - for puppies 6-8 mos old; pre-requisite - must have completed Puppy Kindergarten
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Puppy Pals 4 - for puppies 9-12 mos old; pre-requisite - must have completed Puppy Kindergarten and 1 Puppy Scouts class
Puppy Pre-K
Socialization, Basic Manners & Handling, and solutions for common puppy problems. This is a safe, positive group class for puppies 10-16 weeks old. Class is limited to 6 puppies. $195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Puppy Kindergarten
Socialization, Manners & Obedience 1, and solutions for common puppy problems. This is a safe, positive group class for puppies 16-24 weeks old. Class is limited to 6 puppies. $195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Puppy Scouts
For puppies 6-12 mos old, Puppy Scouts is a series of classes that build on the skills learned in Puppy Kindergarten and provide fun, challenging classes for energetic pups. Class offerings rotate. This is a safe, positive group class for puppies 6-12 months old. Class is limited to 6 puppies. $195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
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Manners & Obedience 2 - we start working on the 3D's - Distance, Duration and Distraction
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Puppy Zen - energetic pups can learn to calm down, we'll teach them how to go from 60 to zero
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Fun Nose-work - a fun class that helps your pup learn to put their nose to work
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Obstacles/fitness - over, under, through and around - your pup will burn energy, get fit, and have fun
Manners & Obedience
Becoming a well mannered canine citizen is a great goal for all dogs. The Learning Dog Academy helps pets and their people plan, learn and reach that goal. Whether you just adopted a special rescue companion or your canine needs a refresher in the basics, we've got you! Basic house manners: Polite greeting, Down, Recall, Leash manners, Counter surfing and more
Manners & Obedience @ Home
In-home training is a great way to help you new canine companion get started on the right paw! In addition to teaching your dog the "basics", the trainers at The Learning Dog Academy customize training so that your dog has the skills needed to be a great canine companion.
$90 per 1-hour session/ $480 6-session prepaid training package
Manners & Obedience
Basic Manners & Obedience, like leash manners, down and stay. This is a safe, positive group class for adolescent and adult dogs. Class is limited to 6 dogs. $195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Manners & Obedience 2
The 3 D's - Duration, Distance and Distraction. This class builds on the skills developed in level 1. Class is limited to 6 dogs. $195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Therapy Preparation
Ever thought about therapy work with your dog? Maybe you'd like to visit nursing homes or a kids reading program with your pup. This class prepares person and pet for a variety of therapy settings. Class is limited to 6 dogs.
$195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Canine Fun & Fitness
Gym for dogs? Yes! Our "Canine Fun & Fitness" classes provide a variety of opportunities for you and your canine companion to have fun together while staying physically and mentally fit. Classes are limited to 6 dogs.
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Fun Nose work - One of the few sports that really let a dog do what they do best - SNIFF! Your dog will learn to put his nose to work in this fun and challenging class. Great for dogs of all ages and abilities.
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Obstacles Everywhere - Over, under, around, backward, balance - it's Parkour for dogs! A fun and challenging workout for dogs of any fitness level.
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Wobbles & Weaves - Agility, anyone? A fun way to explore the agility course - no pressure, just fun!
$195/ Six 1-hour class sessions
Class Rules:
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Dogs must be current on vaccinations per your veterinarians recommendation to attend group classes. Proof of vaccination must be provided before class begins.
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Dogs must remain on leash at all times.
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Safe training gear is required: well-fitting harness or collar, 6' leash (no prongs, choke collars, shock collars or retractable leashes).
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Be polite to others - if a person is disruptive during class, you will be asked to leave. Disruptive behaviors include: shoving/pushing your dog into position, jerking the leash, hitting or yelling at your dog. Our goal is providing a safe, stress free environment for both people and pets.
