Dec
16
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

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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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
20
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
23
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
27
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
30
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
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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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Jan
2
11:00 AM11:00

FULL- Scent Work Level 1

Teach your dog how to use their amazing sense of smell to find food & then the odor of birch. Scent training is a great way to exercise your dog’s mind and body, and to tire them out. This is a level 1 scent work class, so is appropriate for dogs who are new to scent work.

6 weeks for $240

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Jan
3
11:15 AM11:15

Focus & Fun-Beyond Basic Manners

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 $240

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Jan
5
4:00 PM16:00

AKC Tricks Class Level I

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.

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Jan
5
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

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*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.

$280| 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.

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Jan
6
11:00 AM11:00

Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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

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Jan
6
12:30 PM12:30

Focus & Fun-Beyond Basic Manners

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 $240

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Jan
11
3:00 PM15:00

Wildog Canine Escape Room (WCERA) Trail

Try out some fun, interactive games with your dog. WCERA is a way to work with your dog as a team to solve puzzles and games and “escape” to win points towards titles. Games can include a scent component (finding a hidden scent) , a retrieving component and an obedience/manners component. Each game/puzzle is offered at different levels of difficulty. For more information about WCERA please see their website https://wcera.dog/

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Jan
22
5:00 PM17:00

Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, 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

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Jan
22
6:00 PM18:00

Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, 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

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Jan
24
10:00 AM10:00

Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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.

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Dec
13
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
9
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
6
10:00 AM10:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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.

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Dec
6
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Dec
5
12:30 PM12:30

FULL- Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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

Registration Inquiry
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Dec
2
6:00 PM18:00

FULL- Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
29
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
25
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
22
9:00 AM09:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
18
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
17
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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.

Registration Inquiry
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Nov
15
9:00 AM09:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
13
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, 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

Registration Inquiry
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Nov
13
5:00 PM17:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 7-wk. course (pre-payment required)

Trainer for this session will be Kathy Forthman, 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

Registration Inquiry
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Nov
11
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

Registration Inquiry
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Nov
11
11:00 AM11:00

FULL- Basic Manners New Session

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

*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.

$280| 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

Registration Inquiry
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Nov
8
9:00 AM09:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
7
11:00 AM11:00

Scent Work for Fun

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 $240

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Nov
4
6:00 PM18:00

Puppy Right Start

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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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Nov
1
2:00 PM14:00

Rally Run Through

Join us for an hour of Rally where you will have the opportunity to practice running through a Rally course. This session will allow each student to run through the course 3 times. Erin McCourt will be there to provide coaching and to problem solve with you. This is not a teaching session, but designed to give existing Rally students an opportunity to practice their skills. Registration is required.

Cost is $30 per dog

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Nov
1
9:00 AM09:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

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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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Oct
28
6:00 PM18:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Oct
25
9:00 AM09:00

FULL- Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Oct
21
6:00 PM18:00

FULL- Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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Oct
18
11:10 AM11:10

Focus & Fun-Beyond Basic Manners

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 $240

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Oct
18
10:00 AM10:00

FULL - Basic Manners New Session

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*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.

$280| 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.

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Oct
18
9:00 AM09:00

FULL - Puppy Right Start

  • Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

$240 | 6-wk. course or $40/class (pre-payment required and pre-registration

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