Until the COVID-19 restrictions are fully lifted, only 1 person per dog is permitted in the class, masks are required, & social distancing practices will be maintained. ** There will be no access to the restroom, so please plan accordingly **
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Group classes are held at: Camp Bow Bow in Avondale, Pennsylvania. The training room is spacious with heating and A/C. Courses range from Puppy Pre-K to Advanced - please contact Susan if you have any questions regarding which course would be appropriate for your pet. With class sizes limited to 6 dogs, you can be sure you & your dog will get the personal attention you need. All family members are encouraged to attend - the classes are fun (until all quarantine restrictions are lifted, there can only be one person per dog - no extras). We encourage you to observe a class & carefully read the course descriptions to be sure the course you are signing up for best fits your needs. The tuition fee reserves your spot for the entire course. Withdrawal from the class must be made 48hrs before the course begins in order to get a refund. If you must switch from one course to another, you must discuss that with Susan directly, at least 48 hours prior to the start of the original course start date. Please contact Susan if you have any questions about the group classes.		TESTIMONIAL "Susan maintains an upbeat, reassuring learning environment for students (human and canine!). I have learned a ton with my own dogs plus shelter dogs I’ve brought through - I keep coming back because the dogs love these classes!" ~ Holly (and Domino)
Puppy Pre-K
	This is a course for the baby dog. The foundation skills for setting your puppy up for success in your home and abroad will be addressed and there will be opportunity for socialization with classmates, friendly adult dogs, and people. Start your puppy out on the right paw! Course Specifics * 6 weeks * 1 hour per class * Limit of 6 puppies per class * Tuition  $140 * Puppies must be under 16 weeks of of age at the start of the course & current with the vaccinations that are appropriate for their age (please ask us or your vet for more info if needed). Behaviors Covered: • housetraining • puppy mouthing • obedience foundation skills • household management • socialization • puppy games Click to Enroll Now!	Upcoming 6 week courses start... @ CAMP BOW WOW Aug 11, Tue evenings at 7:30 pm
Beginners
	In this course you will learn how to teach your puppy or dog how to be a well mannered member of the family. Course Specifics * 6 weeks * 1 hour per class   * Tuition $140 (virtual classes $130) * Dogs must be current with the vaccinations that are appropriate for their age (please ask us or your vet for more info if needed). Behaviors Covered • attention • loose leash walking • greeting behavior (not jumping up) • hand signals for sit, down & stand • verbal signals for sit, down & stand • come when called • stay • leave it • doorway manners Click to Enroll Now!	Upcoming 6 week courses start... @ CAMP BOW WOW Sep 1, Tue afternoons @ 5:00 pm FILLED Sep 8, Tue evenings @ 6:15 pm VIRTUAL ZOOM COURSES Aug 5, Wed afternoons @ 5:00 pm FILLED Aug 19, Wed evenings @ 6:15 pm Sep 16, Wed afternoons @ 5:00 pm Sep 30, Wed evenings @ 6:15 pm
Level 2
	Ideal for those with an adolescent dog, any dog that could use more work on appropriate behavior, or those who are preparing their dog for canine sports. Build on what you learned in Beginners to teach your dog to respond to you in the face of distractions. Course Specifics * 8 weeks * 1 hour per class * Tuition $160 (virtual classes $150) * Dogs must be current with the vaccinations that are appropriate for their age (please ask us or your vet for more info if needed). Behaviors Covered • All behaviors around increasing levels of distraction (sit, stay, down, recall, loose leash walking, attention heeling) • AKC Canine Good Citizen behaviors • Games to enhance the human/dog relationship • Games to develop the dog's impulse control Click to Enroll Now!	Upcoming 8 week courses start... @ CAMP BOW WOW Sep 22, Tue evenings at 7:30 pm
Advanced
	This course is for graduates of Level 2 who are interested in going further with their dogs. These ongoing lessons will cover preparation for therapy dog certification, obedience or rally competition, finessing of Canine Good Citizen certification skills, and exercises for those who simply want to keep their training skills current.    For more information and to register for the Advanced course, click here.	Current Session: Jul 16 - Aug 20, Thursdays @ 5:15 pm Jul 16 - Aug 20, Thursdays @ 6:30 pm Next Session: TBA

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