Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

If your dog completed Basic Manners but needs some extra practice, this is the class for you. For dogs older then 6 months old who can safely work around other dogs. This class covers strategies for getting and keeping your dog’s attention through pattern games, relaxation exercises, as well as methods of handling impulse control situations. We continue to practice skills learned in Basic Manners including loose leash walking, leave it, and no jumping.

Dogs must be able to safely work around other dogs and should have completed a Basic Manners session or a private training session package

6 weeks for $230

*This group class is for:

• puppies 4 months and older

• non-aggressive adult dogs with no prior training

In the Basic Manners class you will learn how to get your dog to follow cues such as:

• sit

• lie down

• come

• stay

• leave it

• walk nicely on a leash

• no jumping

• loose leash walking

• wait at the door

• and more

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$265| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Susan Beckius, CPDT-KA

Class size is limited and typically fills one month before. So contact us now to assure your spot. Payment in full is required to hold a spot

*This group class is for:

• puppies 4 months and older

• non-aggressive adult dogs with no prior training

In the Basic Manners class you will learn how to get your dog to:

• follow commands - sit, lie down, come, stay, leave it

• walk nicely on a leash

• no jumping

• loose leash walking

• wait at the door

• and more

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$265| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

Class size is limited and typically fills one - two months before. So register now to assure your spot.

Join Trainer Maria Montgomery, CPDT-KSA, to work on AKC Novice or Intermediate level tricks with your dog. This is a fun class which will provide mental enrichment for your dog. Session runs for 4 weeks and the cost is $180. Dogs must be able to safely and effectively work in the presence of other dogs. Prior successful completion of a Basic Manners class is recommended. Contact Kathy@politepooches.com to sign up.

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

*This class is for dogs that have successfully completed Basic manners and/or Focus & Fun. Trainer will be Kathy Forthman

The Intermediate Manners class builds off the foundation of Basic Manners enabling you to:

• develop your training skills

• improve what you have learned

• practice the 10 items on the AKC CGC test

Also perfect to prepare your dog for therapy work and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification.

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$230 | 6-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Class size is limited. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis, so sign up early! Your registration is final once we receive payment for the class.

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Join Claire McNesby, VMD, Erin McCourt, DVM & Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA for an informative session for those owners whose dogs are entering their senior or geriatric years.

At

Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center

2211 Commerce Rd, Unit 1B, Forest Hill, MD  21050

Learn medical interventions/assistance to keep your dog comfortable, environmental modifications to help your dog feel safer, and enrichment and training games to keep their mind sharp..

This is a seminar for owners only, no dogs.

Wednesday February 19th @ 6:00 PM, session will last approximately 60-75 minutes

Cost $40 pp (cash, check or VENMO payment)

Refreshments will be provided

RSVP required by 2/12/25 to Kathy@politepooches.com

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Sign up to have your dog take the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. You must bring your dogs brush or comb and a cash, check or VENMO payment- $15 for current or recent class students, $25 for non current/recent class students (cash, check or VENMO) paid to the evaluator.

Join us for a mini-session (4 weeks) to practice the items on the AKC Community Canine Test. This is the advanced level of the AKC Canine Good Citizen. For information about the Community Canine items, see the link here https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-community-canine/test-items/

This class is appropriate for dogs who have successfully completed Intermediate Manners class and who are non-aggressive/non-reactive.

Note that only dogs who have a CGC title on file with the AKC are permitted to achieve the Community Canine title, but all dogs are welcome to take the class.

4 weeks for $160

*This group class is for:

• puppies 4 months and older

• non-aggressive adult dogs with no prior training

In the Basic Manners class you will learn how to get your dog to:

• follow commands - sit, lie down, come, stay, leave it

• walk nicely on a leash

• no jumping

• loose leash walking

• wait at the door

• and more

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$265| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

Class size is limited and typically fills one month before. So register now to assure your spot.

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Teach your dog how to use their amazing sense of smell to find food & odor! Scent training is a great way to exercise your dog’s mind and body, and to tire them out. This is a beginning scent work group training class for fun, so dogs will learn to search for food/treats as well as odor (birch).

6 weeks for $230

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

*This group class is for:

• puppies 4 months and older

• non-aggressive adult dogs with no prior training

In the Basic Manners class you will learn how to get your dog to follow cues such as:

• sit

• lie down

• come

• stay

• leave it

• walk nicely on a leash

• no jumping

• loose leash walking

• wait at the door

• and more

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$265| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Susan Beckius, CPDT-KA

Class size is limited and typically fills one month before. So contact us now to assure your spot. Payment in full is required to hold a spot

*This group class is for:

• puppies 4 months and older

• non-aggressive adult dogs with no prior training

In the Basic Manners class you will learn how to get your dog to follow cues such as:

• sit

• lie down

• come

• stay

• leave it

• walk nicely on a leash

• no jumping

• loose leash walking

• wait at the door

• and more

We teach using positive methods only, no choke/prong/shock collars allowed. We utilize clicker training as well as lure/reward methods so our dogs are happy to work with us.

$265| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Susan Beckius, CPDT-KA

Class size is limited and typically fills one month before. So contact us now to assure your spot. Payment in full is required to hold a spot

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple manners

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Instructor is Susan Beckius, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Dog parkour combines elements of human parkour and dog agility to create an accessible activity for dogs and humans alike. Dogs get introduced to the world of jumping, climbing, balancing over, crawling under, and going around different obstacles in their everyday world at their level. This class is great for building confidence in a shy or fearful dog. The class will be taught by Kelly Lengle. Cost is $50 payable by cash, check or VENMO @Kathy-Forthman

Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Basic Manners session or a private training package. Dog must be able to safely work around other dogs.

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple obedience

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Trainer for this class is Kathy Forthman, MS, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Rolling enrollment (start when you are ready)

*This class is for puppies 8-16 weeks (puppies cannot attend past 16 weeks of age)

Puppies ages 8-16 weeks are in the prime developmental period for positive exposure to new people, places and things. Come join us with your puppy to learn:

• simple manners

• tackle common puppy issues/challenges

• fun off leash playtime for socialization (when appropriate)

Our curriculum includes items in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program, which is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.

Puppies only need to have their first round of distemper/parvo vaccines at least 7 days before the first class to join this group class.

Instructor is Susan Beckius, CPDT-KA

$230 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration