Group Dog Training Classes
567 South County Trail Suite 301
Exeter, RI 02822
Group Dog Training Classes!
567 South County Trail Unit 301
Exeter, RI 02822
How to sign up for classes!
Purchase Class Pass
New students will first need a Class Pass to register for classes. Once you have your Class Pass you will receive your package code. You will then use that package code to sign up for your individual classes.
Register for Classes
New students should start with the Marvelous Manners series of classes.
Create an Acuity Account
We strongly recommend creating an Acuity account after you register for your first class you can easily see and make changes to your reservations!
A La Carte Classes
Select Classes can be taken A La Carte or as part of the Class Pass.
Calming Chaos
Does your dog lunge and bark at other dogs on walks? If yes, this is the class for you! This specialized class is not part of our flexible Class Pass system. It is a linear, 7 week class. First week is a Human Only Orientation!!! We will see the pups on Week 2!
This class will meet the following dates:
1/6 Human Only Orientation
1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17
Marvelous Manners: Ready, Sit, Go!
In this group dog training class we will cover sit, down, settle on a mat, and stay!
Marvelous Manners: Rocket Recalls!
In this group dog training class we will focus on recalls, or coming when called! Coming when called is a vital skill for our pups and we will by learning our fun recall games you will begin to build the foundation your dog needs for that Rocket Recall!
Marvelous Manners: Serious Self-Control!
In this group dog training class you and your pup will learn about self control aroud food and toys versus imposed control. We will also cover polite greetings in this class!
Marvelous Manners: Walking Wonders!
Loose leash walking is one of the hardest topics for both the human and dog! In this group manners class we will tackle your dog’s leash manners.
Life Skills: Cooperative Care
Join Fear Free Certified Trainer, Jo, and learn about Cooperative Care! Cooperative Care is all about consent to handle or treat your pup. Topics can include brushing, nail trims, ear care, eye care, or whatever you are struggling with!
Life Skills: Dinner Party
In this group dog training class we will cover your pup’s manners around meal prep and mealtimes! We will also cover guests entering the home as well.
Life Skills: Hound About Town
Hound About Town will be held outdoors, but will move indoors in inclement weather! This group dog training class will be a more realistic training experience as you move thru the plaza and encounter real life scenarios! Dogs should have some concept of loose leash walking prior to signing up. Does not need to be perfect, but not suitable for complete beginners!
Life Skills: Real Life Recalls at the Farm!
In this more advanced level dog training class we will focus on recalls in a more distracting and difficult environment, a local farm with all sorts of farm distractions for you! Teams Should have already completed Rocket Recalls at least once before signing up for this next level class.
Life Skills: Sensational Stays
In this advanced group dog training class we will really test your dog’s stays! We will build up on the 3 D’s of Stay: Duration, Distance, and Distractions! Dogs should have completed Ready, Sit, Go and Serious Self-Control a minimum of one time each prior to signing up for this class.
AKC Canine Good Citizen
In this intermediate level group dog training class we will specifically work on the skills needed for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test! Teams ready for testing can potentially test at the end of class or as a private testing event!
AKC Fit Dog Level 1 Class
Join AKC Fit Dog Instructor, Emily, in this foundation fitness class designed to build body awareness, core strength, balance, & flexibility. It is a fun way to exercise your dog & all dogs will benefit from these exercises. Especially important for any dog with a job, whether it be agility, dock diving, fast cat, nose work, rally, or therapy work. Attend 6 classes & complete the other AKC requirements to earn Fit Dog Titles (6 months & up to title).
AKC Fit Dog Walk
Come join us on a leisurely group walk through Goddard Park trails! Generally flat terrain (some branches/roots) over 1-2 miles! Earn points towards your AKC Fit Dog Titles!
AKC Trick Dog
In this fun filled group dog training class we will work on the tricks required for AKC Trick Dog Titles and any other tricks you would like to learn!
Conformation
Join Lorena in this Conformation Class wether you’re first starting out or an experienced handler to better prepare you and your pup for the Breed Ring!
Rally: Intro/Novice
The first Tuesday of the month is dedicated to teams new to Rally! Teams will work on a few skills and run a smaller course in this Into level class.
Prerequisites
- Sit
- Down
- Loose Leash Walking
- Stay
Rally Run Thru
Join Instructor Emily Mathews for Rally Run Thrus! Expect to run thru 2-3 courses depending on the amount of sign ups and course difficulty.
Agility: Introduction
This is the first stop on your Agility journey! To become a successful agility team you must have a solid foundation. In this group agility class you will learn skills that will stay with you for your entire agility career! This class is puppy friendly (some exercises will be modified for pups)!
Agility Handling Basics
This is your second stop on your Agility journey! This class will cover beginner to intermediate handling skills utilizing small space sequences during the winter months. This class will meet indoors at the Exeter facility.
Agility: Skills & Drills – Barhopping!
In this Agility Skills & Drills Class you will further your knowledge of the various jump and tunnel cues! You will begin sequencing obstacles and improving your agility handling.
Agility: Skills & Drills – Clever Contacts
From beginner to advanced this agility class will cover all things contact related.
- Running contacts
- Stopped contacts
- Dog Walk
- A-Frame
- Teeter
- Table
Agility: Skills & Drills – Winning Weaves!
This group dog Agility class will focus on all things weaves! From basic to advanced we will create Winning Weaves!
- Modified 2×2 method for new teams
- Entries
- Proofing
- Driving thru the poles
- Collection into poles
***Not suitable for puppies
Agility: Advanced Coursework
This agility class is for more advanced teams that are running full courses! Each week will have a different course set up. Handlers will walk the course and talk handling strategies prior to running the course!
K9 Nose Work®: Introduction
Your K9 Nose Work® journey starts here! Open to all dogs of all abilities! Dogs work one at a time in K9 Nose Work® so even our reactive friends can play. Dogs do need to be relatively quiet waiting in a crate or behind a visual barrier in this class so the dog that is working is successful.
K9 Nose Work®: NW1 Trial Prep
After completing the K9 Nose Work® Intro class this is the next stop on your journey! This class will transition your dog from hunting from food to odor and prepare them for NW1 or AKC Novice Scent Work Trials.
K9 Nose Work®: NW2 Trial Prep
This group nose work class will prepare your dog for NW2 Trials!
K9 Nose Work®: NW3 Trial Prep
This K9 Nose Work® Class is geared for teams that have acquired an NW2 title or have the skills needed for an NW3 trial.
K9 Nose Work®: At the Farm!
Ideal for dogs on odor and looking to up their training game! Real life distractions around the farm provide very realistic training opportunities that will help prepare teams looking to trial or teams looking for a challenge.
Questions?
If you have any questions do not hesitate to reach out to us! We are glad to help you pick your classes, help you register, or offer support and advice for your dog training needs.
Schedule a Phone Consult
Schedule a free, 15 minute phone call, so we can help you!
