Group Class Descriptions

 For Pups 6-18 months

Do you find yourself saying, "My puppy used to be so cute", now your little pup is an adolescent who loves to jump, pull on leash and doesn't listen to you.  This class is for you!

We  will address all issues involving self control:  curbing jumping when greeting people, leave it, stay, recalls and walking on a loose leash.

Puppy 2 Class is  6 weeks, $180      

at J.B.'s Indoor Dog Park, Norwell

The park is closed to the public and we rent the entire facility

Starts Tuesday

September 20th at 11:30 a.m.

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 ​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.

6 weeks, $180

at J.B's Indoor Dog Park, Norwell

(dog park is closed and we rent the facility)

Sorry-class is full

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Coming soon to the Hingham Recreation Center!

Wednesday, September 28 at 6:00 p.m.

Register directly through Hingham Recreation,  

Link:

https://hinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29901#0_144874

 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 weeks, $155

Located at J.B's Indoor Dog Park, Norwell (dog park is closed and we rent the facility)

no classes at this time.

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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, $155

Sunday, October 16th at 6:00 p.m.

at JB's Indoor Dog Park Norwell

Want to have some fun with your dog? Agility is a 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.  3 weeks, $90.00

in Weymouth (address provided after registration)

September 17th at 10:00 a.m.

 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. 

Sunday, October 16th at 5:00 p.m.

4 weeks, $125.00 

J.B.'s Indoor Dog Park

 Now that your dog is proficient at searching for food in containers, we will pair the food with scent of Birch.   We will also expand our search areas away from containers.   

4 weeks, $125.00 

no classes at this time

 Patio Pups is a 3 week course that teaches your pups how to behave in public while you are dining or just grabbing a cocktail.

We will cover walking through a crowd, leave it, stay and polite greetings.

3 Mondays, $90

starts September 12th 6:00 p.m..

Barrel House Z

95 Woodrock Rd.

Weymouth

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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.  

Please note: since this is a specialty class, there will be no make-up class available if you miss a week.

 Whether you want to learn to teach your dog to ride a skateboard, play dead or just jump through a hoop, this class is full of new and fun things for dogs and handlers.  You can also earn your AKC Trick Dog Title!  Follow this link for details on the title:  http://images.akc.org/pdf/trick_dog_novice.pdf
 

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 graduated from a Basic Manners, Puppy Class or who have already worked privately with Donna.  This is not a class for reactive dogs. 

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

When:   October 1st at 8:15 a.m.

Location:  Wompatuck State Park 

Date:  October 8th at 9:00 a.m.

Location:  Bare Cove Park in Hingham.