Group Class Descriptions

 Puppy Kindergarten is for Puppies  8-20 weeks.

Get your puppy off to a good start with Puppy Kindergarten. Your pup will learn basic obedience, such as sit, down, stay, recalls, leave-it and loose leash walking. More importantly, your new best friend will be able to socialize with other puppies the same age. We will discuss housebreaking, chewing, nipping and all the ups and downs of puppy parenthood.

At the end of each session, all pups are eligible to take the American Kennel Club's S.T.A.R. Puppy Exam. Your pup can earn his first title. For more information go to http://www.akc.org.

All puppies should show proof of Distemper Vaccination Combo shot.   Worried about vaccination status?  Click the button below to read the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior  (AVSAB)  Position Statement on Puppy Socialization.  

New Classes: 

New Daytime Class!

wih Marissa

Wednesday, June 18, 20205

12:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 19th

10:30 a.m.

Location:  819 Broad Street, Weymouth

6 weeks, $240

Go to "Register for Classes" t o sign up

Do you find yourself saying, “My puppy used to be so cute” ? The tiny perfect puppy you brought home is now growing like a weed, stealing goodies from the counter and running away when you call him.  That adorable puppy greeting now feels like you have been tackled by linebacker. The good news is that you have a perfectly normal adolescent- but that’s also the bad news! We will teach you strategies to not only cope with these behaviors but help your teenager thrive.

This class for pups between 5 months to 2 years.  

New Class:

Saturday, July 19th

11:30 a.m.

Location:  819 Broad Street, Weymouth

6 weeks, $240

Go to Register For Classes

Teach your dog the proper way to play!   Our Puppy Play Group is 50 minutes of socialization with young puppies from 10-20 weeks.

MUST BE  UNDER 25 POUNDS 

We may break the pups into groups by size or play style.

Your pups can play or try our ramps, tunnels and jumps.

Proof of Vaccinations Required

Sundays 12:00 pm.

$25.00

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TO SIGN UP

 ​Whether you and your dog are just starting out in life together or you need an old dog to learn new tricks, this class teaches the fundamentals of obedience. We concentrate on the basics: sit, down, stay, recall, walking on a loose leash and polite greetings.  All Ages.

Next Class:

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

6:30  p.m.

6 weeks, $240 

Location:  819 Broad Street, Weymouth

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 Does your dog have basic skills but you are ready to take your training to the Next Level?  
We solidify the skills you learned in Basic Manners or Puppy 2.  We will work on no-jump greetings, loose leash walking with distractions, bomb-proof stays and more! 

5 week $200

Next Class:

Saturday, July 19th

12:30 p.m.

Register at Class Registration Page

The Canine Good Citizen Program  stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs.   This 5-week training program prepares teams for a 10-step test assessing common skills, like come when called,  stay, walk on leash and be left with a stranger.    All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.  

This is an Advanced Class and your dog should demonstrate Basic Manners and Manners 2 skills.  This class will help refine them in order to take the CGC Test on the 5th week.  

It is the  first step toward becoming a Therapy Dog and a  Competition Obedience career.   In addition, some homeowner owner insurance policies may require the certification.
5 weeks, $220

June 7, 2025

12:30 p.m.

(Note:  no class July 5,

 last class July 12)

Group walks with other dogs at different locations in the South Shore.    We will practice loose leash walking, recalls, stays and polite greetings! 

 This class is for dogs who have completed a Basic Manners class.

  This is not a class for reactive dogs. 

You must register by 8:00 p.m. the night before a scheduled walk.

Next class:  

July 12th at 10:30 a.m.

Bare Cove Park

Enter at Fort Hill Street

(by T Station)

Meet in the Parking Lot

Just for the Littles!  

A social hour with dogs 

25 pounds and under.

Off leash play, agility equipment and lots of fun!

Once a Month at 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 29th

Sunday, August 3rd

, WE ARE COLLECTING CANNED DOG AND CAT FOOD FOR THE

SOUTH SHORE FOOD PANTRY

Four sports in 4 weeks: Agility, Tricks, Scentwork & Obility (Obedience/Agility Combo Course)!
Dog sports can be great for exercise and building a partnership between you and your pooch. This course is not for those who want to compete professionally, but for those who want to have a good time! Your dog should be able to perform basic obedience and attention. (no makeup classes)

Next class:

TBD

4 weeks $165

Reactivity is when your dog becomes overwhelmed by barking, lunging, whining when they see another dog or person.   Most of the time, reactivity is rooted in anxiety and frustration.  This class show you how to desensitize your dog to triggers and create a more peaceful situation.  The first session is a private session with Donna, then 4 group lessons.   Once you register, Donna will contact your for a private session in Weymouth.   Donna uses positive reinforcement.  No make up classes.

FIRST GROUP CLASS 

TBD

YOU MUST MEET WITH DONNA PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS

 Inspired by working detection dogs, Scentwork (AKA Nosework) is a fun search and scenting activity for most dogs and people. This easy to learn activity and sport builds confidence and focus in many dogs, and provides a safe way to keep dogs fit and healthy through mental and physical exercise.

It starts with getting your dog excited about using his nose to seek out a favorite toy or treat reward hidden in one of several boxes, expanding the game to entire rooms, exterior areas, and vehicles. As your dog grows more confident with his nose, target odors are introduced, and competition skills are taught.

• No prior training is required and no obedience is needed!
• In classes, dogs work one at a time, so reactive dogs can enjoy the activity, too.
• Shy or fearful dogs build confidence and overactive dogs put heir energy into fun searches.
• Scentwork encourages a stronger bond between dog & handler as the handler learns to observe, understand, and rely upon their dog. 

Scentwork encourages a stronger bond between dog & handler as the handler learns to observe, understand, and rely upon their dog. 

SCENRWORK 2:

  INTRO TO ODOR

TUESDAY, May 27, 2025

 7:30 p.m.

4 weeks, $160

For current and past clients only (group or private).  

This 3 week course is for those who like to take  their dog into public dining spaces.  We will practice  walking through a crowd (with drinks) stay, leave it (around food) and polite greetings.  Held at Donna's in Weymouth.

Tuesday, July 8, July 15, July 22

3 weeks, $120