Training

Our core classes include everything you need to train your dog to be a well-behaved family member. Each class is broken into three components: obedience, socialization, and confidence building. Exercises are modified for each individual dog’s needs and learning style. These classes are divided by age; you must attend the class that is appropriate to your dog’s age. Our classes run on a 4-week schedule, once a week for 50 minutes. Classes are kept small, with 4–5 dogs. Class sign-up opens 28 days before the first day of class. Payment is due for the first class.

Agility & Nosework

Agility & Nosework run once a week for 50 minutes. Classes run with a maximum of 6 dogs per class. Agility runs in 8-week sessions & Nosework runs in 6-week sessions.

If you are interested in getting your feet wet in agility, we suggest visiting the Winnegamie Dog Club's website at https://winnegamiedogclub.com/ & signing up for their “teamwork” class. They will take you through the progression so you & your dog can be your best. We do not offer beginner agility, & you must be referred via WDC, a credible training facility, or have previous agility experience for intermediate & advanced classes.

Puppy Manners: Puppies are eight weeks to 5 months of age. (4 weeks, 50-minute classes, 4–5 students, $100)

The curriculum consists of teaching real-life, relevant skills that will set your puppy on the right track for being a good dog for the rest of his life. The class addresses building a trusting relationship with his owner, socializing with other dogs and people, conquering new things in his environment, and learning all important life skills.

Basic Manners: All dogs over five months of age or graduates of the puppy. (4 weeks, 50-minute classes, 4–5 students, $100)

The class can be tailored to fit a wide range of skill levels.

This class is important socially for dogs in their adolescence, from 5 months to 18 months. It is critical for them to continue dog-to-human socialization. The curriculum consists of teaching real-life, relevant skills that will set your dog on the right track for being a good dog for the rest of his life. Building a trusting relationship with his owner, socializing with other dogs and people, conquering new things in his environment, and learning all-important life skills with ever-increasing distractions are all expanded upon in classes. This class is also very fitting for bringing a new, older dog into your household, which can sometimes be more challenging than a puppy. It helps you and your new dog with the transition. We will help get your dog on track with everything from potty training an adult dog to achieving a well-mannered family dog.

Real-life Skills addressed may include:

Attention to name, leashing up, nose touch, staying, waiting for food bowl, body handling, leaving it, passing by other dogs, settling, table/meal manners, coming when called, waiting in the car and doorway, loose leash walking, tricks, meet and greets, sitting and down stays.

Drop-In Focus & Self-Control

The Focus and Self-Control class is designed to give students and their dogs the opportunity to grow. Repetition is the pathway to success. After all, practice makes perfect! This class will cover similar topics weekly to help improve efficiency in those skills. Emphasizing creating our dogs’ value by focusing on their handlers and the ability to make their own good choices. It’s a must-have class for dogs of any age!

If you have any questions, email us at info@cleverk9s.com.

Private Lessons

We offer private lessons at our facility through one of our trainers by appointment only. Any issues regarding aggression or lessons that require in-home work will be referred to a local qualified behaviorist. Call us at (920) 766-9597 for more information.