Leadership Class - This program was developed by Jan Manning and is unique to the Northwest. It is a group class that teaches obedience, communication, relationship development and problem solving for companion dogs. This is an accelerated learning class consisting of 4 weekly sessions with a total of about 8 hours of structured class time. We use natural communication techniques balanced with lots of positive reinforcement.

Dogs learn fast because this approach is so unique. With Leadership Class, you are your dog's teacher. We teach you how to think, communicate and even act a little more like a dog. Learning about each other becomes fun and you gain a greater appreciation and respect for each other.

The result: you and your dog become a team, bonded more strongly than you ever imagined possible.

Your dog will learn these "life lessons" above all else:

1. Pay attention to the leader (safety, survival, security)
2. Show respect to the leader
3. Exercise self control

Because if its comprehensive approach and lifetime guarantee* this may be the only obedience class you need for your family dog. Most behavior problems (jumping up, pulling on the leash, hyperactivity, etc.) will be rectified as you work through the class. In addition, your dog will learn to walk attentively on a loose leash, to sit and stay, to lie down and stay, to come when called and to "curb" (respect boundaries).

As part of the Leadership Class, you will also learn Canine First Aid.

* Lifetime Guarantee: Your dog may repeat Leadership Class for the rest of his life at no extra charge. He may make up missed classes, attend refresher classes with you, come with various family members and even with new owners if you choose to re-home him.

Liberal Arts Class - For people who want to try a variety of dog sports and teach their dogs new skills. This class is informal, fast paced and great fun for owners and dogs. You will learn some formal obedience skills, rally obedience skills and teach your dog various hand signals. This is a small class limited to six dogs. Prerequisite: Leadership Class or the equivalent.

Rally Obedience & Competition Class - This newest form of AKC obedience competition is taking the country by storm. Rally Obedience, or "Rally O", is informal and encourages praise and positive interaction between dog and owner, making it fun and exciting for all involved. The course is timed. The team that completes the course with the best performance and fastest time wins. All others who complete the course in reasonable time earn qualifying ribbons towards and AKC Rally Title.

Private Lessons - If your schedule does not allow you to attend group classes, if you need immediate help and classes are full or if your dog has behavioral issues that would be better addressed in an individual setting, you can schedule private lessons. We hold private lessons at The Dog House or at your home. Generally lesson at The Dog House are 60-90 minutes long. Fees are $25.00 - $35.00. Fees for in-home lessons begin at $55.00.

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