Training Classes

Nose work with Jeanne

5 week program - $350 3:30 pm - WAITLIST

*3:30 pm is for previous nose work class attendees re-enrolling & searching for Birch.

*6:30 pm is for previous nose work class attendees re-enrolling - this class will focus on Birch Scent Search & new students.

This class focuses on teaching your dog how to use their nose to follow scents both with and without distractions. The class is limited to 6 dogs. Nose work allows dogs to use their primary sense and helps teach persistence and independence. It’s an excellent enrichment activity for building confidence and resiliency. Nose work has been shown to lower heart rates and produce a sense of calm. This training can strengthen the dog/guardian bond and is fun for both involved. This class is appropriate for dogs of all ages. Your dog will be asked to settle in a crate between search rounds. Reactive dogs are welcome but no dogs with a bite history.

Tricks Class with holly

5 week program - $250 5:30pm - July 8th, July 15th, July 22nd, July 29th, August 5th

This fun class teaches your dog a group of tricks, including Spin, Paw, Target, Beg, Bow, Rollover, Wave, and more.  Owners will also “capture” a trick, and shaping will be covered. 5 sessions, dogs must have completed a basic training class and have a full knowledge of basic commands.  No reactive dogs will be accommodated in this class.

Impulse control with holly

5 week program - $350 6:30pm - July 8th, July 15th, July 22nd, July 29th, August 5th

Does your dog struggle with ignoring movement, or resisting temptations?  This class will help you control your dog when triggers such as wildlife, other dogs, or when forbidden food is present.  We will work to focus on the owner, polite walking skills, and self-control exercises.  For dogs who have completed prior training, perfect for the adolescent dog.

Pet CPR and first aid course

2 hours $150 - 12 participant maximum - Email for inquiries

DOES NOT INCLUDE YOUR DOG, HUMANS ONLY

  • Includes Pet CPR for Dogs and Cats

  • Relief of choking

  • Assessing your pet for changes

  • Accidental poisoning of pets

  • Safety precautions when performing a pet rescue

  • Includes live practice of hands-on skills

  • Basic First Aid for initital treatment of common medical emergencies and accidents in both dogs and cats

  • Includes Pet CPR and First Aid Information Guide

  • Certificate of Course Completion for each participant

elementary Obedience with Alex

5 week program - $350 10 AM - Starting July 12th, July 26th, August 2nd, August 9th & August 16th.

Class focuses on using basic obedience commands to teach manners and self control. 

  • Commands include:

    • Sit, Down

    • Watch

    • Recall

    • Off

    • Place

    • Loose Leash Walking

    • Drop

    • Wait

    • Stay

    • Leave It

INTERMEDIATE Obedience with Alex

5 week program - $350 11 AM - WAITLIST

Goals include:

  • Better walking skills regardless of environment

  • More focus regardless of distractions

  • Reduced use of food for compliance

  • Increased use of functional rewards

  • Additional commands to learn, strengthen & scenarios to practice.

ADVANCED Obedience with Michele

5 week program - $350 WAITLIST

We work on the above skills learned and practiced in Beginner and Intermediate classes in public settings, teaching your pets how to listen and pay attention to you in the presence of distractions.