Dog Group Training Classes in Leonardtown, MD

Group Dog Training Class

Learn how to train your puppy or dog in a group setting.

Only 3-5 Puppies or Dogs are allowed in each class.

Learn 5-8 Obedience & Loose Leash Walking Behaviors

Group classes are NOT for Reactive or Fearful Puppies/Dogs.

We Use Only Force-Free Dog Training Methods

We Do NOT Allow Prong, Shock, Choke, Martingale, or Head Halters in Class

TRAINING CURRICULUM

Introduction to Training:
- Learn the basics of dog training and how to advance your skills with your dog.
Basic Obedience Training:
- Master 5-8 essential behaviors such as "Attention", "Sit", "Stay", "Leave it", and "Place".
Loose Leash Walking:
- Techniques to stop your dog from pulling and teach them to walk alongside you.
Focus Amid Distractions:
- Training your puppy to remain attentive around other puppies/dogs.
Socialization Skills:
- Exposure to new dogs, people, and places to prevent fearfulness, reactivity, or aggressiveness.
Behavior Correction Exercises:
- Specific exercises to eliminate unwanted dog and puppy behaviors.
Exercise Guidance:
- Tips on how to exercise your dog properly.
Treat Recommendations:
- Advice on the best treats for dog training and the treats we use.

Class Overview

Duration:
- Each class is 1 hour long.
Pre-Class Preparations:
- Refrain from feeding your dog before class to ensure their attention and prevent possible stomach upset.
Required Equipment:
- A clicker and a treat pouch are necessary for class participation. Please, no plastic baggies.
Class Format:
- Classes are conducted in a group setting alongside other dogs and their owners.
Location Accessibility:
- Open to students from any area, provided you can travel to our location for classes.
Temperament Accommodation:
- Most temperaments are welcome in our Group Dog Training Course. However, aggressive, reactive, or fearful dogs should first complete private lessons before joining group classes.
Training Philosophy:
- We adhere exclusively to force-free training methods.
Prohibited Equipment:
- The use of prong, shock, choke, martingale collars, and head halters is not permitted in class.