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REGISTER & ENROLL HERE
TEXT: 716-803-2014 if you have any trouble enrolling.

Please note: We must receive payment within 24hrs of enrollment in order to reserve your place in class. Payment is your commitment to attend. Non-payment will result in unenrollment to make room for someone else.
CLASSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE
*requirements - proof of current distemper/parvo for ADULT dogs, and puppies under 6 months.
Rabies for dogs 6 months and older.

GROUP CLASS DETAILS & ETTIQUETTE

AKC CGC/CGCA (intermediate) - 5wks: Sat. @ 10am
Next Session Begins: 02/28/2026
Instructor: Vanessa Lee
In this class we will work on the exercises required for both the Canine Good Citizen and Advanced Canine Good Citizen tests, with testing on week 5. Dogs can test for one or both on the same day but must pass CGC to test for CGCA. One test is included in the class fee. Additional testing is $25. Click on the links below to view the test items for each.
CGC Test Items
CGCA Test Items
​Cost: $175

K9 Manners (basic) - 6wks: Wed. @ 6pm
Next Session Begins: 03/04/26
Instructor: Vanessa Lee
The focus this class is on basic obedience and general good manners. Dogs will learn impulse control, sit, down, stay, coming when called, loose leash walking, targeting, polite greetings, and more! Common behavior problems will also be addressed.
Cost: $175
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Puppy Steps (foundation) - 6wks: Thurs. @ 5:30pm
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructor: Christy Riehle
Get your puppy off on the right paw with socialization and good manners...
Designed for puppies 2-5 months of age, this class focuses on socialization and puppy behavior with an introduction to basic obedience. Learn how to properly socialize your new puppy and get tips on housetraining, exercise, resource guarding prevention, mouthing, chewing, and more!
​NEW: earn a AKC STAR puppy title! ⭐️
Cost: $175

K9 Manners (basic) - 6wks: Thurs. @ 6:30pm
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructor: Christy Riehle
The focus of this class is on basic obedience and general
good manners. Dogs will learn impulse control, sit, down, stay, coming when called, loose leash walking, targeting, polite greetings, and more! Common behavior problems will also be addressed.
Cost: $175

Focus & Attention - 6wks: Thurs. @ 7:30pm
Next Session Begins: TBA
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Instructor: Christy Riehle
Do you struggle to get (or maintain) your dog’s attention? Lack of focus is a common complaint among dog owners. In this class we we will work on building your relationship with your dog so that they *choose* you over those exciting, scary or overwhelming distractions that often leave us feeling like our dogs are unmanageable. Excitable, nervous, reactive dogs alike will benefit from focus training.
Cost: $175

AKC Fit Dog - 6wks: Mon. @ 5pm
Limited to 8 dogs
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructor: Christy Riehle
A canine fitness class that is not only beneficial but also really FUN! Throughout this class you will learn to do various exercises that will keep your dog focused and engaged while increasing their strength, flexibility, body awareness, and confidence.
Note: This class is 45 mins. long each week
Cost: $175

Tricks (intermediate) - 6wks: Mon. @ 6pm
Next Session Begins: TBA

Instructor: Christy Riehle
​*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills
This is an intermediate class for dogs that already know the basics. We will work on a variety of fun tricks to get your dog engaged and focused on you while having fun!
We will offer the AKC Tricks test at the end of this class. A perfect opportunity for you and your dog to earn a title!
Cost: $175

Puppy Steps (foundation) - 6wks: Mon. @ 7pm
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructor: Christy Riehle
Get your puppy off on the right paw with socialization and good manners...
Designed for puppies 2-5 months of age, this class focuses on socialization and puppy behavior with an introduction to basic obedience. Learn how to properly socialize your new puppy and get tips on housetraining, exercise, resource guarding prevention, mouthing, chewing, and more!
​NEW: earn a AKC STAR puppy title! ⭐️
Cost: $175

K9 Manners (basic) - 6wks: Mon. @ 8pm
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructor: Christy Riehle
The focus of this class is on basic obedience and general good manners. Dogs will learn impulse control, sit, down, stay, coming when called, loose leash walking, targeting, polite greetings, and more! Common behavior problems will also be addressed.
Cost: $175

Recall Class - 4wks: Sun. @ 9am
Next Session Begins: TBA
​​➡️ This is a semi-private class limited to 4 dogs
Instructors: Hailey Hoskins
note: this class is 45 mins. long
With spring and summer around the corner, what better time to begin recall training? This class will teach you what to do when your dog unexpectedly escapes containment and how to get a reliable recall under multiple distractions. With enough practice, a reliable recall will also of course allow your dog more freedom. Note : For success, this class requires the completion of a previous K9 101, K9 manners, or to have the adequate skill set beforehand.
Cost: $150

Leash Walking - 4wks: Sun. @ 10am
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➡️ This is a semi-private class limited to 6 dogs
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructors: Hailey & Emma
Do you find walks to be more of a daunting task than a stroll? With a little bit of teamwork we can improve the quality of your walks in only four weeks. This class will focus on loose leash walking, teaching your dog to turn with you, to “leave it,” to halt with you, wait at doorways instead of barging past, and so much more!
Cost: $150

K9 Life Skills - 4wks: Sun. @ 11am
Next Session Begins: TBA
​​➡️ This is a-private class limited to 6 dogs
Instructors: Hailey Hoskins
This four-week class ties in basic obedience, confidence building, desensitization, and the key to a calmer, more level headed pup: enrichment! It also addresses basic grooming requirements. Learn how to make the vet and/or groomer a more positive experience for your dog, making it an easier, faster experience for you! Suitable for any age.
​Cost: $150


Relationship Building - 4wks:
➡️ This is a semi-private class limited to 4 dogs
Next Session Begins: TBA
Instructors
Do you find yourself regularly frustrated with your dog’s impulsive nature? Mental enrichment is the key! Are they lacking confidence and independence? In this class we will focus on confidence building, impulse control, self regulation, puzzles, games and so much more!
Cost: $150​

Ultimate Distraction Class (advanced) - 4wks:
Next Session Begins: TBD

Instructor: Christy Riehle
*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills
In this advanced class, we will challenge your dogs’s training skills by working them through a variety of increasing distractions each week. Learn how to take your dog’s focus and attention on you to a level you never thought possible!!
Cost: $135
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​Urban Leash Manners (advanced) - 4wks: Sun. @ 10am
Next Session Begins: TBD
Instructor: Vanessa Lee
Note: this is a 4 week class held off-site
In this class we focus on the skills needed to make walks with your dog much more enjoyable - OUT IN THE REAL WORLD! This includes, but is not limited to, teaching dogs how to respond to leash pressure, to move with you rather than pull, to “leave-it”, to halt, and to be able to focus in the presence of distractions. This class is suitable for dogs that have earned their CGC or have equivalent skills.
*not suitable for reactive dogs*
This class includes AKC CGCU TESTING (optional for dogs with CGC on record)
Cost: $150

Agility Fun - 6wks: TBD
Limited to 6 dogs
Next Session Begins:
​Instructor: Christy Riehle
​*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills.
Jumps, tunnels, weaves and more! Come have fun with your dog learning how to do a variety of agility obstacles.
Cost: $175

Engagement Unleashed (advanced) - 4wks:
Next Session Begins: TBD
Instructor: Christy Riehle
⚠️ pre-approval required - text 716-803-2014
➡️ This class is limited to 4 teams.
Ready to take your training to a new level? Do you want to learn how to get and maintain your dogs attention without relying on a leash? This is an “off-leash” class for dogs with a solid training foundation. This class is best suited for dogs that have earned their CGC or have equivalent training.
Cost: $150
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​Intro to Rally - 6wks:
Next Session Begins: TBD
Instructor: Christy Riehle
​*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills
Rally is a form of competitive obedience which involves dog-handler teams navigating a course of numbered obedience signs, which instruct the handler on which exercises to do next. This class is so much fun, even if you never plan to compete
Cost: $175

Advanced Obedience (advanced) - 4wks: Wed. @ 6:30pm
Next Session Begins: TBD
Instructor: Vanessa Lee
*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills
This class will focus on competitive obedience skills such as focused heeling, fronts, finishes, stays and recalls. These skills are fun to teach whether you plan to compete or just want to have some fun with your dog.
Cost: $135

Beyond Basics (intermediate) - 6wks:
Next Session Begins: TBD
Instructor: Christy Riehle
*prerequisite - dogs must have completed a basic obedience class or have equivalent skills
A continuation of our K9 Manners class...
in this intermediate level class we will work on proofing the behaviors your dog learned in K9 Manners by adding more distractions and new challenges to build up your dogs obedience skills.
Cost: $175
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