Training Classes

The ARL offers dog training classes to help adoptive pet parents, as well as the general public, better understand these companion animals.

Note: All classes for the foreseeable future have been moved to virtual. Virtual training classes are a great way to keep you and your dog busy, while also learning some fun new behaviors!

• Puppy Kindergarten

  

  This class helps puppies start off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques. This class is for puppies between 8 weeks and 18 weeks of age at the start of class.

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• Fast Track Puppy Kindergarten

  

  This class helps puppies start off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques. For puppies between 8 weeks and 18 weeks of age at the start of class, this class meets once a week for 4 weeks.

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• Adolescent Puppy Kindergarten

  

  This class encourages socialization and gives you support and knowledge to teach your puppy desired behaviors to live peacefully in your home. Dogs should be 15 weeks to 6 months old at the start of class.

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• Good Manners

  

  Guardians will learn how to teach their dogs in a humane manner using positive reinforcement methods which in turn will enrich their relationship with their dog. Dogs should be 5 months and older at the start of class.

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• Fast Track Good Manners

  

  Class meets 1 time a week for 4 weeks. Guardians will learn how to teach their dogs in a humane manner using positive reinforcement methods. Dogs should be 5 months and older at the start of class.

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• Drop In Training Classes

  

  Drop In Training Class is perfect for those with busy schedules who aren't able to commit to a 6-week class, but want to learn the basic manners. Dogs should be 8 weeks or older at the start of class.

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• Rowdy Rovers

  

  In the Rowdy Rovers class, we'll encourage dogs to make polite choices when life can be way too exciting - which can sometimes make them forget their manners.

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• Real Life Class

  

  You have put in the hard work of teaching your dog basic good manners. Now, it's time to attach “real life” aspects to those behaviors.

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• 10 Steps to CGC

  

  If your dog is on the path to becoming a Canine Good Citizen, this class will provide additional practice before taking the test. Dogs can be tested as early as puppies, but a prerequisite is required.

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• TheraPets Prep Class

  

  Looking for a fun and rewarding way to volunteer with your dog in the community? If you/your dog need some help with training for the TheraPets evaluation, this class is for you!

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• Training Class FAQ

  

  Visit the FAQ page to learn about our return policy, cancellations, required vaccinations, and more.

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• Fast Track Rowdy Rovers

  

  In the Fast Track Rowdy Rovers class, we'll encourage dogs to make polite choices when life can be way too exciting - which can sometimes make them forget their manners.

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