Training Classes
Seven week group classes starting at $200 for the seven week session. Click on the links below to see schedule and enroll. Class sizes are limited for optimal success and learning.
If a class you are interested in is currently full ask about other options available to you – Call or text 316.755.2839
Puppy I and II
PUPPY I MONDAY AT 5:30PM
PUPPY II MONDAY AT 6:30PM & FRIDAY AT 5:30PM
If you have a new puppy between the ages 8 weeks – 9 months old on their first day of class then you are right on schedule to join one of our Puppy 1 (8-16 weeks) or Puppy 2 (16 weeks-9months) group classes. We start with a humans-only orientation. Our puppy classes are rolling admission which means that you can start class as soon as a spot is available after attending orientation. At orientation you will receive a puppy guidebook, a treat pouch and martingale collar to set you and your pup up for success. PUPPY ORIENTATION MUST BE ATTENDED PRIOR TO YOUR FIRST DAY OF PUPPY CLASS – CLICK LINK BELOW TO SIGN UP.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Program Enrollment
- Three or more must be registered for the class to be available. If this minimum is not met the class will be canceled and then those few registered will be move to the next occurring class.
Basic Manners and Obedience
TUESDAY AT 6:00PM & 7:00PM
SATURDAY AT 10:00AM
CLASSES ARE $200 FOR SEVEN WEEKS
Designed to teach you and your canine companion how to live comfortably together in the same home. skills covered will include walking on leash, come when called, sit, down, stay, wait, settle and more.
Rally Obedience
THURSDAY NIGHTS 7:30PM
Rally is a fun dog sport expanding on varying basic obedience exercise. Each week we will learn new exercises and add new courses. Rally will help improve your dog’s focus and give both handler and dog a new take on obedience exercises.
To be eligible for Rally the team needs to have completed the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class or Leash Work Boot Camp. Equivalent classes from other facilities will be considered, please contact us with any question or to be placed on a waiting list for this course.
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Check out, link below, our instructor Ashley taking one of her pups through a Rally Course!
Rally at Family Dog Training
Canine Good Citizen
SATURDAYS
CLASSES ARE $125 FOR 3 WEEKS
Preparing you and your dog for AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Certification. The 3 week CGC program is designed to insure your dog will be a respected member of the community because you have trained them to be well mannered at home, in public and in the presence of other dogs. Dogs must have completed Basic Manners and Obedience or equivalent.
Click here to view what skills we focus on for CGC
Agility
Introduction to Agility
THURSDAY NIGHTS
Agility is a fun, high intensity sport that requires teamwork and communication between handler and dog. Intro. to Agility will focus on introducing flat work skills and building drive. This class includes an introduction to obstacles such as; Jumps, Pause Table, Tire, and Tunnels. Intro. to Agility is open to all ages. Exercises will be low intensity and safe for young dogs and new handlers.
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Agility Level II
This course will focus on growing the skills previously learned in Intro. to Agility. We will introduce obstacle sequences, and varying handling maneuvers. Dogs will be off leash while working during this class. Agility Level II is open to anyone that has completed Introduction to Agility.
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Therapy Dogs International
Offered as a two day session.
Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00pm
Therapy Dogs International (TDI®) is a volunteer group organized to provide qualified handlers and their Therapy Dogs for visitations to institutions, facilities, and any other place where Therapy Dogs are needed.
The TDI Test is divided into two phases and has 13 individual tests and additional exercises within each test. The TDI Test is designed to simulate a visit with a therapy dog at a facility. This test reflects realistic situations and should be helpful in evaluating the potential therapy dog.
View the testing requirements for Therapy Dogs International
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AKC Trick Dog
You can find out more and check out the checklists at
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Reactive Dog Class Tier I
Wednesday Nights at 5:30 & 7:00pm
Our class is designed for dogs that are reactive around strangers, other dogs or new situations – “Triggers.” This course will emphasize improving your communication skills with your dog to redirect and manage your dog’s reactive behavior when encountering these difficulties. Using positive reinforcement training to reinforce an alternate, better, behavior.
In order to be most successful, dogs enrolled in this class should have some basic foundation training and understand and respond to cues such as “sit” and “down.”
Upon enrollment you will be required to complete a behavior questionnaire outlining your concerns. Class size is limited to 4 dogs, 6 months of age and up. No dangerous human or canine aggression.
Owner will be required to provide special equipment (treats, any recommended training tools such as a Gentle Leader, Halti, Harness or Muzzle).
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Reactive Dog Class Tier II
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Reactive Tier II is designed to help you and your reactive Rover begin to experience more stimuli. The goal of this class to help you better integrate into a regular group class and to teach you how to continue to provide the information to your Rover to be successful during the presence of the “triggers” at a higher level.
Pre-requisite: you must have completed Reactive Tier I, with instructor approval, to move into the Tier II class.
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Introduction to Scent Work
Scent Work is a fun canine sport mimicking the work of detection dogs. Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and Scent Work gives them an opportunity to put that sense to work. Scent Work is great for dogs of all age levels and is a wonderful way to engage your dog and build your relationship. In our intro class we will introduce a target odor (birch) and teach our dogs how to locate the odor. Dogs of any age are welcome to attend.
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Leash Work Boot Camp
IT’S BACK!!!
Does your dog seem great on leash inside your home, yard and the training center then when outside everything seems to fall apart? If your answer is yes, then this three week class is for you. Hands down the number one issue, when asked, most canine companions have is leash work and walking their dogs. It can be confusing for both human and canine. During this course we will take the mystery of leash work apart, bit by bit, and put it back together for you and your pup – inside and out!
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Refund Policy
We offer a full refund for any cancellation request made at least 2 business days before your class start date. If you’ve registered through PayPal your refund will be given minus our PayPal fees for processing. Refund requests can be made by emailing or calling/texting the office at kelly@welltrainedfamilydog.com 316.755.2839.
Refunds are processed immediately upon request if they meet our refund policy criteria.
Classes at Family Dog Training & Behavioral Center fill up quickly and limited space is available. We cannot process refunds requested less than 2 business days before your class start date. Registering for class fills up a space and late cancellations, or lack of attendance, do not allow us time to fill the class with another waiting attendee. When registering for a class you are securing a space that cannot be filled by another once class has begun.
Therefore, we regret that we are unable to refund class fees once class has commenced. If something unexpected makes it impossible for you to continue with class, we will do our best to accommodate you in an upcoming class, space permitting, or through private training services.