--- 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. 04 June, 2023 - Saturday. 10 June, 2023
WEEK 23
Monday. 05 June, 2023
6:00 pm CT

Building Blocks of Behavior Class - 4 Weeks (VIRTUAL)

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Positive Solutions for the Building Blocks of Behavior (VIRTUAL)

Here are some questions and thoughts to ask yourself…

  • Is your dog reactive when out on walks?
  • Fearful of new places, people, or sounds?
  • Anxious when riding in the car?
  • Does your dog growl, bark, or lunge towards others if they come near you?
  • Do you want to learn from the comfort of your own home?

If you said yes to ANY of these questions then the virtual class is for you.

This is a class that teaches the FOUNDATION SKILLS that every dog needs. It consists of four one-hour sessions that meet weekly on the same day/time. Each class focuses on a different topic while building upon the previous one.

  • Class size limited to FOUR
  • NEW CLASSES BEGIN every two weeks making it EASY to get started!
  • Fee - $100

Trainer: Jeff Joyce, CPDT-KA ASB Program SW Florida Division

NOTE:  When you click on the "Register" link below you will leave this website and be connected with our Florida division where you will note your time zone, and the calendar will open for registration.

 

6:00 pm CT

Feisty Fido Class - 4 Weeks (STF)

Starfish / ASB (Geneva)

Positive Solutions for the Feisty Fido

Focusing on how to reduce reactivity when walking out in the community

Learn how to walk past other dogs, people, cars, by remaining calm and not going to the end of the leash and exploding. We provide a SAFE and well-controlled environment, working both indoors and outdoors, focusing on how to apply the foundation basics* in the “real world” to effectively modify reactive behavior.

  • For dogs 6 months of age or older
  • Class size limited to FOUR

Requirements --- Must have completed one of the following:

  • A basic manners/obedience class OR in-home training with a positive reinforcement trainer/facility
  • Any group class program through A Sound Beginning
  • Referral by an A Sound Beginning trainer

Classes are one-hour long and meet for four consecutive weeks:

  • Time: Mondays at 6pm
  • When: Begins June 5 ends on June 26
  • Where: 204 Dearborn Ct., Unit 101, Geneva, Il
  • Trainer: Jordan Michaels KPA CTP and Marta Dzundza KPA CTP 
  • Fee: $175

 

 

7:15 pm CT

Building Blocks of Behavior Class - 4 Weeks (STF)

Starfish / ASB (Geneva)

Positive Solutions for the Building Blocks of Behavior

Focusing on the foundation skills needed for the life of your dog

This is not an obedience class. What we teach are the basic skills needed in order to help your dog cope in situations that may cause anxiety or fear. We limit the distractions while teaching the foundation basics of behavior modification that are important in everyday life and living in the real world. We provide a safe environment where each class builds upon the prior lessons, but each focuses on different behaviors that build confidence and trust.

  • For dogs of any age or health concern
  • Class size limited to FOUR

Classes are one-hour long and meet for four consecutive weeks

  • Time: Mondays at 7:15pm
  • When: Begins June 5 ends June 26
  • Where: 204 Dearborn Ct., Unit 101, Geneva, Il
  • Trainer:  Jordan Michaels KPA CTP and Marta Dzundza KPA CTP 
  • Fee: $175

 

 

Tuesday. 06 June, 2023
6:30 pm CT

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.