Manners Classes

PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES ARE HELD IN EDDY, TX (near Waco). We have moved from the Houston/Katy area. This 5-week course is for dogs of all ages who need a start in basic manners. During this class your dog will learn how to "say please" to ask for what he wants (instead of jumping up, barking, etc.). From 10 week old puppies to 10 year old dogs this program will help you get the companion you want. We introduce the five basics that all dogs need to learn: sit, down, stay, coming when called and walking on a loose leash. Focus is on teaching the dog to control his actions so we also work on teaching him to wait at the door, leave things alone when told and sit instead of jumping on people. We will help you learn how to set your dog up for success so that you and your dog will have a good time learning together. Problem behaviors are also addressed (including digging, chewing, house training). First class is without dogs to give you a head start! IF YOUR DOG IS FEARFUL OR AGGRESSIVE AROUND OTHER DOGS/PEOPLE, please contact us prior to signing up for a class.

A 5-week course that builds confidence, dependability and focus. Your dog has been introduced to the basics, now we'll use those skills to teach your dog to work with you around distractions - inside and outside. This class is your opportunity to try agility, freestyle and other dog sports that are not only fun, but also reinforce walking nicely on leash, coming when called, staying in place, etc.

This 4-week workshop concentrates on the good manners your dog needs to have at home and at the veterinarian's office. We'll work on teaching your dog to go to a bed when the doorbell rings, go to a bed while you are preparing meals and eating, stop counter surfing and learn how to greet guests properly. We'll also work on teaching your dog to enjoy being handled, having his nails cut, his teeth brushed, being groomed and being examined. The goal of this class is to have your friends, family, vet or groomer exclaim "what a GOOD dog you have!".

A 5-week course that is based on the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. This test demonstrates that your dog has the good manners needed to be a well-behaved dog when he's out in public. We'll work on all 10 parts of the test during the first three weeks, using games and rewards to make learning fun for you and your dog. Week four is an opportunity to do the entire test in a practice run. Week five is your opportunity to take the actual AKC Canine Good Citizen test. To find out more about the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, please check out the AKC web site

This 6-week class is all about helping you and your dog learn to work together no matter what distractions are around. Fast paced and fun for you and your dog! We will work inside and outside so you both learn to work as a team and have the skills you need to go everywhere together. The first two weeks we will meet at the school. After that, we will meet in a different location each week (park, dog friendly businesses, etc.). We'll work on walking nicely on leash, meeting new dogs, passing people and dogs - all the good manners your dog needs to have to make going places together enjoyable!