--- Class listings on this page are only for our GENEVA location and our VIRTUAL programs ---

MORE CLASSES are available at our NAPERVILLE location, including
Puppy, Therapy Dog, Feisty Fido, Building Blocks of Behavior and many more specialty programs.

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Sunday. 10 May, 2020 - Saturday. 16 May, 2020
WEEK 20
Wednesday. 13 May, 2020
7:00 pm CT

FREE Intro to Training (VIRTUAL CLASS)

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Introduction to Training (Virtual Online Class)

This is a "Free" virtual online class open to general public. Whether you just adopted, or you've had your dog a long time, we can help! Join us to learn how dogs learn and how best to teach them and how to begin a positive training plan. This one hour class (followed by a half hour of Q&A) will cover the following topics:

  • NOT EVERY WAG MEANS THEY’RE GLAD - Learn what your dog is saying by understanding the communication and language of dogs AND learn what YOU can do to help your dog understand YOUR language!
  • CLICKS and TREATS - How to begin training to establish a trusting relationship by using positive reinforcement.
  • MINE! - Learn how to prevent a dog from guarding things of value and what to do if you need to take something away.
  • WHO IS THAT? - Teach your dog to be comfortable around new people, places, other animals, and cope with changes in their environment.

Class will begin promptly so please plan to log in 10 minutes before the class start time.

NOTES:

  • You must register -- ONE REGISTRATION covers the whole family
  • Click the button below to register
Thursday. 14 May, 2020
7:00 pm CT

ORANGE - On Your Mark, Let's Go (VIRTUAL CLASS)

Virtual Online

ORANGE Class Focus - On Your MARK, Let's GO (VIRTUAL CLASS)

THIS IS THE CLASS THAT MUST BE TAKEN FIRST. Let’s get started with the first steps on the Path to Success by:

  • Using SOUND and SCENT to help provide a calm environment for your dog
  • Learning how dogs communicate and how your own body language is interpreted by them
  • Using marker based training for a totally positive approach to a healthy learning environment for both you and your dog
  • Avoiding conflict - Safely prevent guarding of resources by learning how to handle food, toys, and objects of value
  • Using a Safe Place to help your dog comfortably fit in to his new home
  • Teaching acceptance of handling and grooming
  • Increase good behavior by learning how to capture and reinforce
    • Name Recognition (Attention)
    • Sit (Say Please!)
    • Touch (Management)

Note:  Included with your purchase of the Complete Package you will receive a Clicker set and a Sniff-ITTM collar attachment to be used in future classes with your dog.

Class will begin promptly so please plan to log in 10 minutes before the class start time.

Get the Book

Whether you’ve adopted OR got your dog from a breeder, etc., the resources within this book will provide insight into behavior to prevent problems and begin a sound future.

Quick Start Package

Would you like to know more about your dog? Would you like to prevent mistakes and create a positive training plan? Check out our Intro to Training (Virtual) class for free.

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In-Home Training

For those who prefer personalized training in the comfort of your home, we offer several options with our experienced behavioral training affiliates using only humane, science-based methods.

Modular Classes

Make a sound investment for a lifetime of happiness. CLASSES are available IN-PERSON (Chicagoland) or VIRTUAL (anywhere) --- OR --- you can mix & match on your Path to Success.