Dog Training
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Building positive canine relationships through reinforcement and education.
Group Classes:
Something to Wag About's rolling enrollment group classes are an in-depth look into dog guardianship. These classes teach you basic manners, communication, and fundamentals of positive reinforcement training. Each class is designed with a specific goal in mind.
Our rolling enrollment classes make it easy for you to work dog training into your busy schedule. All of our training classes are on saturday. To sign up please give us a call or email to speak with one of our trainers!
Positive Canine Principles - $200 - 4 weeks
The goal of this class is to provide canines and their humans with an environment to grow their relationship in a positive direction through the use of basic obedience cues and positive reinforcement training. Teams will learn basic obedience cues and how to train new behaviors. This class will cover sit, place, recall, loose leash walking and so much more. Teams will walk away with a deeper understanding of their canine and a better relationship!
Fundamental Agility - $200 - 4 weeks
The goal of this class is to teach teams the basics of agility. Teams will learn how to complete each section of an agility run. By the end of the class, teams will understand how to jump, tunnel, and obstacles. Guardians will be able to train new behaviors in agility. Canines will learn how to work independently and learn new behaviors. During the winter months, this class will be held inside our facility. During the summer months, we will hold classes outside in our astroturfed yard.
Intermediate Agility - $200 - 4 weeks
Continue your agility journey with this class! Teams must have completed another agility class or our fundamentals course. This four week class connects all the dots for agility. Teams will practice runs with four to five obstacles. The class will also be set up similar to a mock competition. Giving teams the feeling of being at an event while still learning.
Open Athletics - $35/hr - drop in class Saturday morning from 9:30am -10:30am
The goal of this class is to help all dogs get out of the house and moving! Keep your dog fit at all ages with this fun drop in class. Learn how to use our treadmills and other equipment. This time is designed to help teams get out and practice. Take advantage of our beautiful facility and use it to train what you want! A trainer will be present to help teams brainstorm and work through behaviors they want to practice. Call and book your appointment today!
Private Sessions
Something to Wag About is now offering private sessions! If your dog is not suitable for group class or day train, our one on one private sessions are for you! These sessions can be held at our facility in Ellsworth or in your own home. Our trainer specializes in behavioral modification and more. Does your pup struggle with grooming? Our private sessions in our state of the art grooming facility are available after hours to set your dog up for success during their grooming appointment.
All private sessions start with a consultation. This is a 45 minute meeting where you work one on one with our trainer. During this meeting you will come up with a training and management plan for your dog! Allowing you and your dog to be set up for success and build a deeper relationship.
Private session pricing:
Consultation: $75
One session: $150
Three session package: $375
Five session package: $500
Kids and K9's
Kids and K9's -$200 - 4 weeks
The goal of this class is to help children learn how to respect, maintain, and work with animals. This class is designed to foster a relationship between children and their dogs. To help teach them relationships are built on trust and connections. Kids will also learn the responsibility behind working with and owning dogs. Parents will learn how to foster the relationship between the two as well. Each week the kids and canines will participate in a series of games, activities, and worksheets. Together they will learn basic behaviors and life skills.
All teams must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Junior Handler Academy - $200 - 4 weeks
The goal of this class is to continue the relationship building for Kids and their K9's! This class allows kids to learn the basics of dog sports. Giving them and their furry friend a sport to enjoy! Kids will also learn the terms used in the dog sport world. Giving them the tools to participate in dog sporting events if they so choose. Teams will walk away with the ability to move, run, jump and fly together!