Training Classes
Animal Haven and Rescued By Training have partnered to offer a variety of training classes for dogs and their people!
Classes are taught by Kate LaSala, CTC, CBCC-KA, who uses evidence-based, positive reinforcement methods to train and modify dog behavior. These fun, interactive and educational classes build on the human-dog bond to help you better communicate what you’d like your dog to do and not do, improving your relationship and bond with each other.
Winter 2019 sessions will include a basic obedience class and a Therapy Dog Prep and Certification course, and additional classes will be announced soon.
“Mind Your Manners” for Adult Dogs
Ages: For dogs over 1 year of age at the start of class
Description: Learn how to increase behaviors you want more of and decrease behaviors you want less of, using evidence-based, positive reinforcement training methods. Have fun and improve your dog’s attentiveness & behavior!
Dates: 6 classes, Wednesdays, Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 & Feb 2, 13
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Cost: $350.00 total, for all 6 classes (dogs adopted from Animal Haven receive a $100 discount!)
Location: Animal Haven, 200 Centre Street (Corner of Hester)
Therapy Dog Prep Course
Eligibility: Dogs should be at least 9 months of age at the start of class ad lived with their owner for at least 3 months. Dogs must have successfully completed a minimum 5-week basic obedience course prior to taking this class.
Description: Does your well-mannered dog love strangers? Do you like to volunteer your time and make people smile? During our Therapy Dog Prep & Certification Course, we’ll review behaviors that will prepare you to become a certified therapy dog team. You and your dog will have the opportunity to test and become certified through Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs.
Dates: 4 classes, Wednesdays, Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 6:45-7:45pm
Cost: $350.00 total, for all 4 classes. Includes onsite testing but not fees paid directly to Bright and Beautiful.
Location: Animal Haven, 200 Centre Street (Corner of Hester)
*Please note, these courses are not appropriate for aggressive or reactive dogs. If you are unsure what that means or unclear if this class is right for your dog, please contact us before registering. Once registered, these courses are non-refundable.*