DOG WILLING's Training ClassesOur dog training classes are conveniently located just 20 minutes from downtown Orlando in Oviedo, FL. You can select your dog training class from the following menu. Payment can be made online. Registration info is at the bottom of the page. We look forward to working with you and your dog!
OBEDIENCE/MANNERS CLASSESWaiting until your dog is six months old to start training class is like waiting until your child is 17 to enroll them in kindergarten. It might turn out ok, but you're not exactly setting them up for success! – Casey Lomonaco
PUPPY KINDERGARTEN
This class is for puppies aged 8 weeks to 6 months. (Older smaller breed puppies may attend if they are well-socialized with other dogs - please call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail to discuss). The focus of this class is to build a strong bond of communication, trust and respect between puppies and their owners, establish a foundation of socialization, and teach basic behavior skills.
6 week class - $165 Next classes start: Wednesday, May 23 at 6:00 pm Saturday, June 2 at 11:15 am Wednesday, June 13 at 7:15 pm New Puppy Orientation Workshop Tuesday, June 5 at 6:00 pm This workshop will teach you how to potty train your puppy in the quickest, easiest and most humane way. We will explore how a dog learns when to eliminate, at what age he has the control to avoid frequent accidents, what cleaning solutions work best on the messes, how his feeding schedule can impact his potty training, and much more. We will also talk about other common puppy/adolescent issues such as crating, nipping, chewing, jumping and barking. Bring puppies for play session. FREE but pre-registration is required. Call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail to reserve your spot. See PayPal button below to enroll in Puppy Kindergarten. BASIC MANNERS CLASS
This class is for older puppies and dogs who have had no previous training or who need a refresher in basic manners. The behaviors we will cover include polite greetings without jumping, walking on leash without pulling, coming when called, and other skills that will help your dog become a more well-behaved member of your family.
6 week class - $165 Next class starts: Saturday, July 21 at 11:15 am INTERMEDIATE SKILLS CLASS
Developed for graduates of Puppy Kindergarten or Basic Manners (or dogs with similar skills), this class takes the basics they've learned and adds the "Three D's" - distractions, duration and distance - in order to ensure reliability of behaviors in more difficult environments.
6 week class - $165 Next class starts: Saturday, June 9 at 12:30 pm |
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LOOSE-LEASH WALKING WORKSHOP
Monthly one-hour session to practice walking on a loose leash without pulling. Great for beginners, dogs who need a refresher, or those who want to hone their walking skills. FREE for currently enrolled class students, but pre-registration required. Please e-mail Leah or call 407-288-6176 to register.
$15/session
Next Session:
Saturday, June 30 at 10:00 am
$15/session
Next Session:
Saturday, June 30 at 10:00 am
TRICKS AND MORE
PET STAR TRICKS CLASS
Teach your dog to bow, crawl, wave, roll over, play dead, and many other adorable and fun tricks. Or chain known tricks together to build a routine! Curriculum is crafted to fit each individual participant. What would you like to do? What is your dog best suited to do? Great way to work with your dog and strengthen your bond of communication while you have fun.
Next class starts:
To be scheduled late summer/early fall
Next class starts:
To be scheduled late summer/early fall
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN (CGC) CLASS
The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Certificate was developed in 1989 by the American Kennel Club to reward responsible dog owners for teaching their dogs good manners. In some regions this certificate is recognized by some insurance companies as an asset for gaining insurance for certain breeds otherwise not covered, and also can be helpful when trying to rent housing that doesn't allow dogs, or restricts dogs of certain sizes or breeds. The CGC Certificate is also generally recognized as the first step in preparing to train a therapy dog.
The first 5 weeks of this class will prepare your dog for the 10-part test. On week 6, a representative of the AKC will come in to administer the test and present the dogs who pass with paperwork that the owners can then send in to the AKC to request their certificates. (If your dog does not pass the test after attending the class, you can repeat the next class free of charge!)
$165 for class/additional $15 on the day of the test for the AKC rep fee
Next class starts:
To be scheduled.
The first 5 weeks of this class will prepare your dog for the 10-part test. On week 6, a representative of the AKC will come in to administer the test and present the dogs who pass with paperwork that the owners can then send in to the AKC to request their certificates. (If your dog does not pass the test after attending the class, you can repeat the next class free of charge!)
$165 for class/additional $15 on the day of the test for the AKC rep fee
Next class starts:
To be scheduled.
DOWNTOWN HOUNDS PROGRAM
The weather's getting cooler, and Downtown Hounds is coming back! If your dog has graduated an Intermediate class or the equivalent, this is the next step. We take it "on the road" to practice behaviors in real-life situations, with real-life distractions. Take a walk by the river while birds flock all around; stroll down a busy street past people with their dogs on leash; sit at an outdoor cafe; go into a dog wash/bakery in close quarters with strange dogs and interesting smells; lots of opportunities to strengthen the reliability of behaviors your dog learned in the classroom.
This is a drop-in class. You come to whichever session or sessions fit your schedule. If you would like to participate, just e-mail Leah at least 24 hours before the scheduled class to register. Payment of $25 per session can be made by cash or check on site.
Classes are held on Sundays, and we meet at 1:00 pm at the corner of 1st St. and Palmetto in downtown Sanford. Be prepared for a leisurely, fun afternoon ending with a visit to one of the several outdoor dog-friendly cafes.
Next Classes: To Be Scheduled (late fall/winter)
This is a drop-in class. You come to whichever session or sessions fit your schedule. If you would like to participate, just e-mail Leah at least 24 hours before the scheduled class to register. Payment of $25 per session can be made by cash or check on site.
Classes are held on Sundays, and we meet at 1:00 pm at the corner of 1st St. and Palmetto in downtown Sanford. Be prepared for a leisurely, fun afternoon ending with a visit to one of the several outdoor dog-friendly cafes.
Next Classes: To Be Scheduled (late fall/winter)
PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR
One hour of supervised play-time. Great for socializing young puppies and allowing older puppies or dogs who are already sociable the opportunity for play dates in a safe environment. Puppies may enroll up to 5 months old. Older puppies or adult dogs must be evaluated by a trainer for social skills before enrolling.
$5/session or $30/unlimited sessions
Free for current students of any DOG WILLING classes or private lessons.
Every Thursday at 6:00 pm
See pictures of our Puppy Socials on facebook!
The way you raise a stable and friendly dog is to socialize him before he’s three months old. During this period he should meet at least two hundred people. Do that, and you won’t have a problem. It’s really that simple. - Dr. Ian Dunbar
$5/session or $30/unlimited sessions
Free for current students of any DOG WILLING classes or private lessons.
Every Thursday at 6:00 pm
See pictures of our Puppy Socials on facebook!
The way you raise a stable and friendly dog is to socialize him before he’s three months old. During this period he should meet at least two hundred people. Do that, and you won’t have a problem. It’s really that simple. - Dr. Ian Dunbar
COMING SOON!
We have some exciting plans for new sports classes that will be offered before the end of the year!
Introduction to Treibball: Treibball is a herding game played with balls instead of sheep. Check out this video of Treibball Competition Training to see what kind of fun we'll be having in class. A 3-hour workshop is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, July 1. Stay tuned!
Hide N Seek: If your dog has a nose, he is a candidate for this class. The object of the game is to train your dog to find hidden objects by scent. The dog in this clip demonstrates how much fun it can be.
If you are interested in participating in either of these two classes, please e-mail Leah and you will be notified when the class starts.
Introduction to Treibball: Treibball is a herding game played with balls instead of sheep. Check out this video of Treibball Competition Training to see what kind of fun we'll be having in class. A 3-hour workshop is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, July 1. Stay tuned!
Hide N Seek: If your dog has a nose, he is a candidate for this class. The object of the game is to train your dog to find hidden objects by scent. The dog in this clip demonstrates how much fun it can be.
If you are interested in participating in either of these two classes, please e-mail Leah and you will be notified when the class starts.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Leah is available for private one-hour dog training sessions in your home or at the GO DOGS facility. These training sessions are a great solution if your dog has behavior issues or you are unable to attend a group dog training class.
Private In-Home Dog Training Sessions: $85/hour
Private Sessions at GO DOGS: $60/hour
Service area for in-home dog training includes: Orlando, Sanford, Oviedo, Winter Springs, DeBary, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Longwood, Maitland, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, College Park, Baldwin Park
To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 407-288-6176 or e-mail Leah Roberts.
Private In-Home Dog Training Sessions: $85/hour
Private Sessions at GO DOGS: $60/hour
Service area for in-home dog training includes: Orlando, Sanford, Oviedo, Winter Springs, DeBary, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Longwood, Maitland, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, College Park, Baldwin Park
To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 407-288-6176 or e-mail Leah Roberts.
HOW TO ENROLL
Online: Just use the PayPal button above for the class you wish to attend
OR:
To enroll in Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Manners Class, Intermediate Skills Class, Pet Star Tricks Class, Downtown Hounds Program, Loose-Leash Walking Workshop or Canine Good Citizen Class:
By Phone: Call or e-mail Leah at 407-288-6176 and request an Enrollment Form.
In Person: Visit the GO DOGS facility at 1470 Swanson Dr. in Oviedo (where all classes are held) Call GO DOGS for hours 407-366-6738
To enroll in Puppy Social Hour:
If your puppy is 5 months old or younger, you may come by the facility on Saturday morning at 9:45 am to enroll for the 10:00 session.
If your puppy/dog is over 5 months old, please call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail her at Leah Roberts
To schedule Private Lessons:
Call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail her at Leah Roberts.
Payment can be made in cash or check made out to Dog Willing.
OR:
To enroll in Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Manners Class, Intermediate Skills Class, Pet Star Tricks Class, Downtown Hounds Program, Loose-Leash Walking Workshop or Canine Good Citizen Class:
By Phone: Call or e-mail Leah at 407-288-6176 and request an Enrollment Form.
In Person: Visit the GO DOGS facility at 1470 Swanson Dr. in Oviedo (where all classes are held) Call GO DOGS for hours 407-366-6738
To enroll in Puppy Social Hour:
If your puppy is 5 months old or younger, you may come by the facility on Saturday morning at 9:45 am to enroll for the 10:00 session.
If your puppy/dog is over 5 months old, please call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail her at Leah Roberts
To schedule Private Lessons:
Call Leah at 407-288-6176 or e-mail her at Leah Roberts.
Payment can be made in cash or check made out to Dog Willing.
Our dog training classes are held in Oviedo. We are just 20 minutes from downtown Orlando FL. Click here for the current class schedule. DOG WILLING Positive Dog Training Solutions has served satisfied families from the following areas in Florida: Orlando, Oviedo, Winter Springs, Winter Park, Casselberry, Sanford, Longwood, Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Baldwin Park, College Park, Lake Mary, DeBary, Seminole County, Orange County, Volusia County FL.
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