Dog Training

Enrolling now for March Canine Training Classes

Classes are $100 for four weeks

Class size is limited to five dogs per class

All classes are taught using Clicker Training

Clickers are provided as part of your training fee

For more information contact Connie Swaim, Director of Canine Training Services at 317-872-5650, ext. 135 or email cswaim(at)indyhumane.org

To sign up for a class please email or call. You may pay via cash, check or credit card on the first day of class. All dogs must bring current shot records on the first day of class.

Classes starting Monday, March 5

 6 to 6:50 p.m. Puppy Prep: For puppies 2-4 months old: Learn basic manners including sit, polite greeting, targeting, recall (come) and loose leash walking, as well as socialization with other people and dogs. We will also work on basic husbandry skills such as preparing your puppy for a happy experience at the veterinarian, as well as handling for grooming and nail trims.

7 to 7:50 p.m. Good Dog 101: Learn basic manners including sit, polite greeting, targeting, recall (come) and loose leash walking.

 Classes starting Wednesday March 7

 6 – 6:50 p.m. Puppy Prep: For puppies 2-4 months old: Learn basic manners including sit, polite greeting, targeting, recall (come) and loose leash walking, as well as socialization with other people and dogs. We will also work on basic husbandry skills such as preparing your puppy for a happy experience at the veterinarian, as well as handling for grooming and nail trims.

7 – 7:50 p.m. Advanced training: For dogs that have completed Good Dog 101. Work on advanced skills such as sit and down with distraction as well as teaching fun and games including introduction to nose games and teaching tricks.

Classes starting Thursday March 15

6 – 6:50 p.m. Good Dog 101: Learn basic manners including sit, polite greeting, targeting, recall (come) and loose leash walking.

7 – 7:50 p.m. Puppy Prep: For puppies 2-4 months old: Learn basic manners including sit, polite greeting, targeting, recall (come) and loose leash walking, as well as socialization with other people and dogs. We will also work on basic husbandry skills such as preparing your puppy for a happy experience at the veterinarian, as well as handling for grooming and nail trims.

 Special Saturday one-hour classes.

The following dog training classes are one-hour and designed as a complete unit. Each class is $25. Sign up for four classes and get a $25 discount (you can mix and match the classes)

Saturday, February 25

10 to 10:50 a.m. Puppy Basics. Get a great start with your puppy. Learn about house-breaking, stopping nipping, and puppy socialization with other puppies in the class.

11 to 11:50 a.m.:  Polite Greetings and Loose Leash Walking: Have a dog that jumps up to say hello or pulls your arm out of the socket when you walk? Then this one-hour course is for you. We will focus just on these two aspects of dog behavior.

1 to 1:50 p.m.: Learn to communicate with your dog. Can't quite make out what your dog is trying to tell you? This class will go over basic dog body language as well as helping you learn how to have a great relationship with your dog. The session will go over basic clicker training as well. This one-hour session will get you on the road to a great relationship with your dog.

2 to 2:50 p.m. Canine Good Citizen Test preparation. Does your dog have what it takes to be a Canine Good Citizen? This one-hour class will get you on the road to passing this test. IndyHumane will be hosting CGC testing at the end of March. You can learn more about the CGC test here.

Saturday March 10

10 to 10:50 a.m. Puppy Basics. Get a great start with your puppy. Learn about house-breaking, stopping nipping, and puppy socialization with other puppies in the class.

11 to 11:50 a.m.:  Polite Greetings and Loose Leash Walking: Have a dog that jumps up to say hello or pulls your arm out of the socket when you walk? Then this one-hour course is for you. We will focus just on these two aspects of dog behavior.

1 to 1:50 p.m.: Learn to communicate with your dog. Can't quite make out what your dog is trying to tell you? This class will go over basic dog body language as well as helping you learn how to have a great relationship with your dog. The session will go over basic clicker training as well. This one-hour session will get you on the road to a great relationship with your dog.

2 to 2:50 p.m. Canine Good Citizen Test preparation. Does your dog have what it takes to be a Canine Good Citizen? This one-hour class will get you on the road to passing this test. IndyHumane will be hosting CGC testing at the end of March. You can learn more about the CGC test here.

Saturday March 17

10 to 10:50 a.m. Puppy Basics. Get a great start with your puppy. Learn about house-breaking, stopping nipping, and puppy socialization with other puppies in the class.

11 to 11:50 a.m.:  Polite Greetings and Loose Leash Walking: Have a dog that jumps up to say hello or pulls your arm out of the socket when you walk? Then this one-hour course is for you. We will focus just on these two aspects of dog behavior.

1 to 1:50 p.m.: Learn to communicate with your dog. Can't quite make out what your dog is trying to tell you? This class will go over basic dog body language as well as helping you learn how to have a great relationship with your dog. The session will go over basic clicker training as well. This one-hour session will get you on the road to a great relationship with your dog.

2 to 2:50 p.m. Canine Good Citizen Test preparation. Does your dog have what it takes to be a Canine Good Citizen? This one-hour class will get you on the road to passing this test. IndyHumane will be hosting CGC testing at the end of March. You can learn more about the CGC test here.

 

Private Canine Training Classes:

Private training classes are available at IndyHumane or in your home. Classes are $50 per hour in the shelter or $75 in your home. A mileage charge may apply if you live more than 15 miles from IndyHumane.  Private classes give you the option of just working on specific concerns you may have with your dog's behavior. Please call or email for more information.

 

Don't see it listed?

If there is a class you are interested in that is not listed here, please call or email.