Puppy Essentials
Puppies must be under 5 months to be eligible 

Join this advanced program to learn the three critical steps to training a well rounded, and fun dog.  Imagine having a dog that lies on their mat while you eat supper in peace.  Imagine asking your dog to drop something and have them do it with a wagging tail!

Manners
Eliminate puppy problems such as nipping, jumping, chewing, object stealing.  Prevent new problems from developing.  Learn how Common Sense Dog Training can work or you!

Obedience
Pay attention, Sit, Down, Come, Leave it, Stay, Go to your mat, Intro to leash walking, Fetch, sit/stay

Socialization
Controlled interaction under the close watch of a Certified Animal Behaviour Consultant.

(Program Length:  5 Weeks)

Adolescent Essentials
For dogs over 5 months of age who are new to training. 

A fast paced adolescent class to help teach older puppies obedience.  We advise everyone that puppy classes are you best choice.  But we know that rescues and rehomed dogs might not have had the opportunity to attend.  Ask about our rescue dog discount if you have a rescue or shelter dog. 

An intense obedience based course designed to set routine and manners.  Teach your dog to sit for everything, down, come when called, leave it, go to a mat, intro to loose leash walking and sit/stay.  Teach your dog to pay attention to you, and ignore distractions. 

A five-week program that features a full session on solutions tailor made for your class.  During the first four weeks, tell your instructor of any special training needs you would like to address.  We customize this program for your class. 

(Program length:  5 weeks)

Beyond Basics
Level two restricted to dogs who have successfully completed a level one using similar methods. 

Do you enjoy training with your dog?  Do you want more formal control?  Take things to the next level with our fun and motivational common sense approach.  Imagine dropping a steak on the ground and asking your dog to leave it alone.  You can teach your dog high-level behaviors in minutes a day. 

Heeling – competition style

Teach your dog to leave high value items from a distance.

Distance work.  Ask for obedience at a distance and get it.

Hand signals in minutes

Long sit stay and long down stay – even with distractions

Go to a mat when the doorbell rings 

And more!  Learn high-end dog training secrets that you can use at home. 

(Program length: 5 weeks)

Rehabilitation
For dogs that cannot successful work in a class environment or have special needs. 

We do temperament testing and rehabilitation counseling in your home.  Custom packages include a full assessment, honest feedback and a written program.  Contact us by phone or e-mail for more details.