Group Classes
Continue to build your relationship and have fun with your dog. Intermediate and advanced courses are open to graduates of a basic training or manners class. Throughout the year, we offer classes such as Agility, AKC Canine Good Citizen, Conditioning, Nose Work, Rally, Tricks and more. Fun and learning all in one!
These classes are open to either graduates of AWS Basic Training, an equivalent beginners obedience/manners group class or permission from the instructor.
June 2023
Fit Dog Fun Level 1: Wednesday, June 7 – June 28 @ 6:30 pm
The Animal Welfare Society’s Canine Training Team is proud to be an AKC Fit Dog Club. Our fitness classes help dogs and their owners find fun ways to move with their dogs. This class will incorporate fitness, a little bit of cardio, and conditioning exercises. Don’t worry, the challenge is more for the dogs! Each week is different and may build upon previous conditioning skills. As your dogs get more comfortable with the exercises and build strength, the work will…
Find out more »Scent Work Level 3: Wednesday, June 14 – July 5 @ 11 am
Scent Work Level 3 builds on skills learned in Scent Work Level 2. Continue on with added challenges and new scenarios for your dog to use their scent work skills | Instructor: Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA *This class is open to graduates of Scent Work Level 2.
Find out more »Reliable Recall Foundations: Thursday, June 15 – July 6 @ 4:30 pm
One of the biggest struggles dog owners have is getting their dog to come back when called reliably. This 4-week class will cover some of the important do’s and don’ts of teaching your dog to come. You will learn the foundational skills and relationship building you and your dog need to have in place to make “come” more than just another cue. Coming back to you should be undeniably fun and rewarding for your dog. | Instructor: Brenda Horowitz, CPDT-KA *This…
Find out more »Making Focus Fun: Thursday, June 15 – July 6 @ 5:30 pm
Is your dog ignoring you? This class is all about handler engagement and teaching your dog how to relax, focus, and work in different environments. You will learn fun games and pattern exercises to build the relationship with your dog and soon become the “apple of their eye.” | Instructor: Brenda Horowitz, CPDT-KA *This class is open to either graduates of AWS Basic Training, an equivalent obedience/manners group class or permission from the instructor.
Find out more »Scent Work Level 1: Sunday, June 18 – July 16 @ 10 am
Have you ever wondered what your dog "sees" when he or she is sniffing on a blade of grass? Wonder no more - trainer Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA will bring a fun, engaging, low-impact activity for you and your dog to enjoy just in time for the holidays. Scent work can be done in small spaces and large fields with equipment you have around your house. Plus, you'll learn amazing facts about how dogs "see" with their noses - they can…
Find out more »MIDDAY SPECIAL – Canine Good Citizen Prep: Tuesday, June 20 – Aug 1 @ 2:15 pm
Use discount code BTafternoon20 for 20% off this class! This six-week builds on skills learned in our Basic Training class. Teams will learn more advanced cues such as heel, and how to take already known skills to the next level. This class also prepares you for the ten-point AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification test. Skills include walking through a crowd, passing another dog on leash, and accepting a friendly stranger. Your last week of class will be spent applying…
Find out more »Scent Work Level 1: Friday, June 30 – July 21 @ 9 am
Have you ever wondered what your dog "sees" when he or she is sniffing on a blade of grass? Wonder no more - trainer Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA will bring a fun, engaging, low-impact activity for you and your dog to enjoy just in time for the holidays. Scent work can be done in small spaces and large fields with equipment you have around your house. Plus, you'll learn amazing facts about how dogs "see" with their noses - they can…
Find out more »Canine Good Citizen Prep: Friday, June 30 – Aug 4 @ 11 am
This six-week builds on skills learned in our Basic Training class. Teams will learn more advanced cues such as heel, and how to take already known skills to the next level. This class also prepares you for the ten-point AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification test. Skills include walking through a crowd, passing another dog on leash, and accepting a friendly stranger. Your last week of class will be spent applying all our skills to real life situations and practicing…
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