Basic Polite Pooch
This class is the perfect place to begin with a new adult dog, or older puppy to learn basic manners such as sit, down, heel, wait, stay, focus, etc. You will learn how to communicate with your dog, building a positive relationship.  Basic Polite Pooch teaches and practices all of the skills tested on the APDT "My Dog Has C.L.A.S.S." B.A. level test.

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Learn how to:
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  • Effectively communicate with your dog so he responds the FIRST time
  • Build a positive relationship with your dog
  • Teach and practice Basic Obedience cues with your dog

Basic Manners

From naughty dog to therapy dog, we train them all!

414-881-0779

190 Costello Dr., Winchester, VA 22602

16 S. Loudoun St., Winchester, VA 22601

​Level 2 Polite Pooch

Does your dog listen at home, but leave you at a loss when your dog goes bananas at the sight of a squirrel? A skateboard? Leaves blowing in the street?  Does he only listen, "When he feels like it?" Level 2 Polite Pooch will help you to work around distractions that can send your dog over the edge in excitability.  You will learn techniques to get your dog's attention and keep it, and coping skills to deal with those surprise encounters in real life.  You dog learns impulse control, to be calm and relaxed when working around distractions. You will need lots of small, very delectable treats for this class - not your usual fare. (Boiled chicken, cheese cubes, for example) Class is limited to 4 dogs.


Level 2 Polite Pooch teaches and practices the skills tested on the APDT, "My Dog Has C.L.A.S.S." M.A. and Ph.D. tests.  Learn more about C.L.A.S.S.

Learn how to:
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  • Effectively communicate with your dog so he responds the FIRST time
  • Build a positive relationship with your dog
  • Teach and practice Basic Obedience cues with your dog

Up and Out Let's Walk About!

This is a 4 week class held in various locations to improve your dog's reliability around multitudes of distractions. There is a "City Dog" version - held in the Walking Mall and a "Country Dog" version - held in the County Parks through the Frederick County Park and Rec Department. This class is only offered in spring and fall, and prepares you for the Advanced Canine Good Citizen Test - or Community Canine Test. 

Classes held at both Winchester locations: 16 S. Loudoun St. and 190 Costello Dr.