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Beginning Classes

Please note that our beginning-level classes are conducted entirely on leash and do not include playtime, as our focus is on strengthening the relationship between you and your dog.

Beginning Puppy

Beginning socialization, management, handling, and manners class for puppies 10-16 weeks old (up to four months) at the start of the series. At least 2 sets of shots are required. The first class is a people-only orientation. $150 for a six-week series. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

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Beginning Puppy/Woodlands Pet Strawberry

Our Beginning Puppy class, given at Woodlands Pet Store at 701 Strawberry Village in Mill Valley (located near Safeway between Pasta Pomodoro & Pizza Antica) Please see Beginning Puppy class description for curriculum and pricing. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Bull Breed Basics

(SPECIAL BREED CLASS) For dogs 5 months or older. Basic obedience that also addresses specific training needs. Relevant breeds and breed mixes are: Boxers, Bulldogs, Pit Bulls, Staffordshire terriers, Rottweilers and Mastiffs. Telephone screening consultation required prior to enrollment. Please call 415-506-6280 to schedule.FIRST CLASS IS MANDATORY AND FOR PEOPLE ONLY, NO DOGS, PLEASE! $150 for 6 weeks. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

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Family Dog I

For dogs 4 months and older. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it. FIRST CLASS IS MANDATORY AND FOR PEOPLE ONLY, NO DOGS, PLEASE! $150 for 6 weeks. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

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Fancy Footwork

Is walking your dog a drag? In this three-week short-course we'll focus solely on improving your dog's leash manners: how to convince your dog that pulling doesn't work any more, how your actions influence your dog's behavior on leash, and how to correctly use a variety of reinforcements to get the polite leash manners you want. $85 for three week focus group. No pre-requisites, but FD1/SD1 helpful. Dogs come to all class sessions.

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Introduction to Agility

Welcome to the sport of Agility! Did you want to dabble before you decide? This three week class will introduce you and your dog to obstacles starting the very first session. No prerequisites, dog friendly dogs only. Weather hotline (415)506-6207. $75 for three week session which may be repeated as often as desired.

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Introduction to Scenting

This class will give your dog an opportunity to work at something he "nose" how to do naturally, as well as help to build his confidence and his relationship with you. This is the first class in a series of four, any of which may be repeated until your dog meets the graduation criteria.

Using your dog's curiosity, desire to hunt, and his love of toys, food and exercise, you'll teach him to hunt for a specific scent in a variety of increasingly complex environments.

This class is suitable for all dogs; FD1 is *not* a requirement, but your dog should be comfortable in a crate, as all dogs must be confined when not working. We are able to accommodate dogs who are not social with other dogs provided they are crate trained. Classes are 1 hour. $150 for six-week series.

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K9 KIDZ!

A fun class for kids age 10 and up. A basic class where kids learn how to train their own, or the family dog. Learn skills such as handling, management, equipment, and training. The junior handler trains the dog but parents are required to attend all classes. Dog friendly dogs only, $150 for six week course.

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Puppies Out and About! (Location A)

Have fun with other puppies as we teach good manners, socialization skills and etiquette on public trails and multi-use pathways. Leashes and longer training leads will be used. Puppies must have had at least two series of shots (bring records to class). This is a "drop in" class, but pre-registration is required. The fee is $25.00 per class and puppies must be younger than 6 months of age.

Meet at the Marin Humane Society large dog park. 171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd. Turn left into the MHS parking lot and then turn right immediately to park in the overflow parking lot "over the bridge".

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Puppies Out and About! (Location B)

See general description for "Puppies Out and About!" above.

Location B meets at the Department of Motor Vehicles parking lot in Corte Madera. 75 Tamal Vista Boulevard. Pre-registration is required for this class.

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Puppies Out and About! (Location C)

See general description for "Puppies Out and About!" above.

Location C meets at Terra Linda-Sleepy Hollow Divide trailhead. Drive to the very end of Freitas Parkway in San Rafael. Pre-registration is required for this class. Area description and details:

http://www.bahiker.com/northbayhikes/tlshdnorth.html

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Puppies Out and About! (Location D)

See general description for "Puppies Out and About!" above.

Location D meets at the Crown Road trailhead in Kent Woodlands in Kentfield. Off College Avenue turn right onto Woodland Road. Turn left on Evergreen and follow the road all of the way up the hill until you come to Crown Road. Turn left onto Crown Road and park near the end at the trailhead. Pre registration is required for this class. Area description and details:

http://www.hikehunt.com/HikeHunt/Marin_County/Entries/2007/12/22_Crown_Road.html

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Senior Handling Class

Senior handlers (62+) or disabled. For dogs 4 months and older. FIRST CLASS IS MANDATORY AND FOR PEOPLE ONLY, NO DOGS, PLEASE! $75 for 6 weeks. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Small Dog 1/Woodlands Pet Strawberry

Our standard Small Dog 1 class, given at Woodlands Pet Store at 701 Strawberry Village in Mill Valley (located near Safeway between Pasta Pomodoro & Pizza Antica) Please see Small Dog 1 for curriculum and pricing. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

No Class Dates Available at this Time.

Small Dog I

For small-breed dogs 4 months and older that will be 35 lbs. and under as adults. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it - with attention to small-breed training issues. FIRST CLASS IS MANDATORY AND FOR PEOPLE ONLY, NO DOGS, PLEASE! $150 for 6 weeks. (First class is 1 1/2 hours long, all other classes 1 hour.)

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