Search through the list or calendar to find Path To Success Classes at a time and location that is convenient for you. After you purchase the A Sound Beginning Complete Package you will become a Member on our site. You can then log in with your Members account to register for upcoming classes.

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

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

ORANGE Class Focus - On Your MARK, Let's GO

THIS IS THE CLASS THAT MUST BE TAKEN FIRST and it is without your dog. 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)

 

  The training facility is two doors East of the Animal Care League building.

Event Properties

Event date 01-22-2020 8:00 pm
Event End Date 01-22-2020 9:00 pm
Capacity 6
Registered 0
Available Seats 6
Cut off date 01-21-2020 11:55 pm
Instructor Erica Kendzora
Number Hours 1
Location Animal Care League Annex (Oak Park)
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Class Locations & Days

Our Path to Success Classes are available at the following locations:

ILLINOIS (Chicagoland)

  • Batavia
    Mondays (6:30pm & 7:45pm)
  • Hinsdale
    Tuesdays (6:30pm & 7:45pm)
  • Oak Park
    Wednesdays (7:00pm & 8:00pm)
  • Elgin
    Thursdays (6:30pm & 7:45pm)

INDIANA (NW)

  • Location Details Coming Soon

Friendly Support

We're here to help. Our experienced trainers guide you through every step of the process as you learn how to build a lifetime relationship with your dog based on trust and understanding. 

Quick Start Package

Would you like to know more about your dog? Would you like to prevent mistakes and create a positive training plan without being overwhelmed? Check out our Intro to Training package.

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In-Home Training

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

Modular Classes

Our classes are modular so that you can choose a location (throughout Chicagoloand) and time that best suits your schedule each week. View our calendar for upcoming sessions.