Can dog school be fun? Absolutely — join Sarah and see!
Sarah offers small group classes (limit 6 participants) to puppies and dogs of all ages at a private location in Northern Westchester county, NY. Featuring comfortable classroom space, you and your dog will learn in a non-competitive, encouraging and family-oriented environment.
Using techniques based on love, structure and socialization, you’ll learn to guide – not bully – your dog as you build a relationship based on trust, respect…and fun!
Agility Course
This Introduction to Agility class exposes dogs to the thrill of the sport. Non-competitive, this class is fun for everyone. Dogs must be older than 9 months, have basic training skills and be dog-friendly. Dogs with aggression issues are not accepted for this class. This course comes with a copy of Sarah’s book, Dog Tricks and Agility for Dummies.
Puppy Kindergarten
For puppies age 3 to 5 ½ months. Each class begins with a 10-minute, off-leash romp. Commands are introduced in “lesson spurts:” short, puppy-friendly 2- to 3-minute lessons that can be repeated throughout your day and involve treats, toys and positive interaction. In this class, you will learn how to condition good behavior and resolve common puppy frustrations. A question-and-answer period ends each class.
Beginner Course
For older puppies or untrained dogs of any age, this course works on basic directions and problem solving. Each class ends with a question-and-answer period. To encourage positive social skills, the class will take occasional field trips into town.
Advanced Off-Lead
For socialized and experienced dogs, this course focuses on off-leash control as well as certification preparation. This course is both challenging and liberating! Knowing how to act while your dog is off-leash is just one of the many secrets you’ll learn in this advanced course.
Pet Therapy Class
This class gets you and your dog ready for Pet Therapy work in nursing homes, hospitals, senior and children’s centers, libraries and other facilities. At the end of the course, you may take the certification test to license your dog for Pet Therapy. Sarah has over 15 years of experience in the Pet Therapy field and offers personalized instruction to her two- and four-footed students.
Trick Training
Why teach your dog to do tricks? Because it’s fun! Most dogs will jump – literally – at the chance to perform. In this class, you’ll learn the fun art of trick training and see how basic obedience can be transformed into magic! Open to dogs older than 6 months who have basic obedience skills. Dogs with aggression issues are not accepted for this class.
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