Classes near Athens, Ohio

Our group classes are tailored so you and your dog can gain positive, consistent behavior in the real world. We take you beyond commands to the world of animal behavior. Our positive reinforcement techniques make learning fun and effective. Not 100% satisfied? Take the class again for free!

A new class series will begin in mid-March. Check this page for updates or join our mailing list to receive the class schedule via e-mail.

Puppy Kindergarten

Six weeks, one hour each week. Puppy and human come to every class.

Prerequisite: For puppies 2 to 4.5 months old at start of class; veterinarian health check and vaccines according to age.

Topics covered: Puppy care and management, proper socialization, leadership skills, potty training, crate training, manners, mouthing, jumping, relationship building, preventing separation anxiety, building confidence and body handling.

Behaviors introduced: Down, Sit, Stay, Watch, Come when called, Leave it, Drop, Leash walking, Targeting, Trick of choice. Begins Jan. 12 at 6 p.m. Enroll now

Basic Manners

If your dog has not had a previous training class, or if you want a solid foundation in changing and managing your dog’s behavior, this class is for you. We cover basic obedience behaviors and house manners. Leadership skills, socialization and problem solving also are addressed. Classes are one hour a week for six weeks.

Behaviors introduced: Attention, Down, Sit, Stay, Leash Walking, Come when called, targeting, dealing with problem behaviors, and more. The instructor is available via phone or e-mail between classes to guide students and answer questions. This class is filled, thank you!

Family Dog

Teach your dog to calm down! This class is designed to help dogs learn how to relax, focus and work around distractions such as people and other dogs. While obedience is part of the class, the focus is on teaching your dog to become an enjoyable indoor companion. Family Dog is appropriate for beginning dogs, as well as dogs who have completed our Basic Manners class. Classes are one hour a week for six weeks. Begins Feb. 2 at 6 p.m.

Prerequisite: For dogs six months of age and older. Enroll now

Agility For Fun

This 6-week agility clicker training class can help boost your dog’s confidence and strengthen the relationship between you and your dog. Jumps, tunnels, weave poles, an introduction to contact obstacles and basic handling will be covered in this class. Dogs should have basic obedience training.

Our agility classes are held at Twelve Pines Stable’s indoor horse arena, just five minutes south of Athens on Route 33. 

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