Group Obedience Class Information
Please see the schedule page for current class days/times or to enroll.
Unless otherwise noted, classes meet for 55 minutes a week for 6 weeks for a cost of $155.
Classes fill on a first-paid basis until full.
Households taking more than one class in a session may take a 15% discount on the lowest priced class. Dogs rescued withing 6 months have a 10% discount. The code for these discounts is at the top of the enrollment page.
New registrations are generally accepted through the second week of class. If you would like to receive an announcement when enrollment begins, please send an email to: val@petbehaviorhelp.com or like us on FB.
Classes at the PBH Training Center will be held in a covered arena that is rain and wind-proof, but outside temperatures.
All classes may be cancelled during severe weather conditions and outdoor classes will be cancelled in extreme heat, cold or wet conditions. Notification of class cancellation will be posted on the Calendar and on the PBH Facebook page. Students are responsible for checking the Calendar before attending class. We try to hold make-up classes the week(s) following the scheduled end of the session at our normal class times. However, when that is not possible, we will offer several options to students and hold the make-up when the majority can attend. Make-up classes are not guaranteed.
Additional Classes are added as needed, so please contact us if you are ready to start training and we do not have a class enrolling that fits your needs.
Please read our policy guide completely. Payment is considered to be agreement to our policies and signature of our liability waiver.
Unless otherwise noted, classes meet for 55 minutes a week for 6 weeks for a cost of $155.
Classes fill on a first-paid basis until full.
Households taking more than one class in a session may take a 15% discount on the lowest priced class. Dogs rescued withing 6 months have a 10% discount. The code for these discounts is at the top of the enrollment page.
New registrations are generally accepted through the second week of class. If you would like to receive an announcement when enrollment begins, please send an email to: val@petbehaviorhelp.com or like us on FB.
Classes at the PBH Training Center will be held in a covered arena that is rain and wind-proof, but outside temperatures.
All classes may be cancelled during severe weather conditions and outdoor classes will be cancelled in extreme heat, cold or wet conditions. Notification of class cancellation will be posted on the Calendar and on the PBH Facebook page. Students are responsible for checking the Calendar before attending class. We try to hold make-up classes the week(s) following the scheduled end of the session at our normal class times. However, when that is not possible, we will offer several options to students and hold the make-up when the majority can attend. Make-up classes are not guaranteed.
Additional Classes are added as needed, so please contact us if you are ready to start training and we do not have a class enrolling that fits your needs.
Please read our policy guide completely. Payment is considered to be agreement to our policies and signature of our liability waiver.
Obedience Class Descriptions
Puppy Primer Class This class is for any puppy 10 weeks to 4 months at the start of class*.
Puppies start to learn the moment you bring them home so it is important to start training right away. This class will guide you through the early stages of puppy development and will help you develop the foundation for a rewarding relationship.
Description: Emphasis is on the prevention of problem behaviors and the development of good manners and includes: Housetraining; Bite Inhibition ; Chewing ; Down; Sit; Come; Socialization; Troubleshooting
Puppies do not attend the first class. Rescue puppies receive a 10% discount. Use code RESQ at checkout.
*Please note that there is some risk of disease when young puppies are exposed to the outside world before they are fully vaccinated. However, several critical developmental and socialization periods end prior to the completion of a normal puppy vaccination schedule and there is a definite risk of inadequate socialization if you wait to take your puppy into the world. Since more dogs die from behavior problems than from diseases in puppyhood, PBH offers this class to help owners take advantage of the training and socialization benefits derived from working with a puppy under 14 weeks old. We recommend that you talk with your veterinarian about ways to reduce the risks for your puppy before taking this class. Rabies vaccination is not required to start this class.
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Senior Puppy Class This class is for any puppy 4 - 7 months at the start of class. Your puppy is changing and developing every day. This class will help you teach your puppy emotional self-control and guide you regarding appropriate expectations as your puppy matures.
Description: Class covers basic commands: Sit; Down; Attention to name; Come; beginning leash walking; Socialization; non-Socialization (when to pay attention to your handler) and building self-control.
Puppies do not attend the first class. Rescue puppies receive a 10% discount. Use code RESQ at checkout.
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Puppy Class This class is for any puppy 3 - 7 months at the start of class. This class combines the material in the Puppy Primer and Senior Puppy classes as appropriate for the group of pups enrolled. It is offered when there are sufficient puppies to start a class, but not enough to split by age.
Puppies do not attend the first class. Rescue puppies receive a 10% discount. Use code RESQ at checkout.
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Pet Obedience For dogs of any age and puppies 7 months and older.
Dogs need to learn many skills to live in our homes and become well-behaved members of our families. This class builds the relationship between you and your dog with positive, respectful training methods to teach the behaviors your dog needs to become a good family pet.
Description: Emphasis is on the prevention of problem behaviors and the development of good manners and includes: Sit; Down; Come; Stay; Off; Leash Walking; Drop it / Leave it; Polite Greeting
Dogs do not attend the first class. Dog and puppies rescued within 6 months of enrollment receive a 10% discount. Use code RESQ at checkout.
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Recall Class For dogs and puppies of any age.
This class will focus on the life-saving, emergency recall command. Working inside or outside, on leash or off, we will teach you how to build a reliable recall command that will work when you need it. This class will address all levels of dogs from beginning recalls on leash to high-level distraction proofing.
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Leash Walking / Intro to Heeling For dogs and puppies over 7 months.
This class will work on leash walking techniques, including beginning heeling which can lead to Rally or Competition Obedience. Prereq: Basic Obedience class or permission of instructor.
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Tricks For dogs and puppies over 7 months.
Not just for impressing your friends, teaching your dog tricks can help your dog to focus, have fun and build confidence in new situations. Learn many techniques (luring, shaping, etc) to teach your dog a variety of tricks that you choose. Prereq: Basic Obedience class or permission of instructor.
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Advanced Pet Obedience This class is for older puppies and dogs who have completed the PBH obedience class or who pass a free evaluation. Dogs must be able to do the following in a group of other dogs and people:
1. Sit
2. Down
3. Come
4. Stay for 10 seconds
5. Walk on loose leash for at least 15 feet
6. Display no uncontrollable disruptive behavior such as: barking, whining or lunging at other dogs.
Note: The handler may use any type of positive reinforcement during the evaluation
This is an advanced obedience class where dog learn to walk nicely around other dogs and people, work on longer stays and build more self-control in distractions.
Description: Emphasis is on the development of good manners in the home and community and includes: Loose leash walking in distractions; Passing another dog and person; Polite Greeting; Leave-it; Come
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Rally Obedience In this class you will learn the different types of Rally obedience moves required in both APDT and AKC Rally at all levels. Students who have not graduated from a PBH Competition Obedience Team Building class or do not have an obedience title must come to the free evaluation. Students who wish to ensure a space in this class should enroll prior to the test. Excellent level Rally moves will be included as students are ready for them.
Never heard of Rally Obedience? This is a fun new sport that encourages teamwork between the dog and handler as they negotiate a course of obedience moves that changes each week. Communication between the handler and dog is encouraged to make this fun for both partners. Rally is a great way to develop more attention and focus, work on heeling and build your relationship with your dog. Dogs of any age and breed can participate as long as the dog meets the training criteria. Learn more: AKC Rally or Rally Info