Puppy Preschool
Teaches basic on-leash obedience and commands, along with house training, in a small group setting. Uses motivational, reward-based and marker training. Cost: $249/6-week course.
*For puppies under 5 months old, proof of vaccinations required. Class size is limited, pre-registration required.*
Start Date: Wed, April 26, 2023, 6pm-7pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Wed, April 26, 2023, 7pm-8pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Sat, April 29, 2023, 3:30-4:30pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Wed, May 10, 2023, 6pm-7pm @ Boise
Start Date: Sat, May 13, 2023, 3:30-4:30pm @ Boise
Start Date: Wed, June 21, 2023, 6pm-7pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Sat, June 24, 2023, 3:30-4:30pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Wed, July 5, 2023, 6pm-7pm @ Boise
Start Date: Sat, July 8, 2023, 3:30-4:30pm @ Boise
Registration required: call 208-888-0708 or for more info, email positivepetsdogtraining@gmail.com.
*NON – REFUNDABLE deposit and registration form is required to reserve a spot; NO REFUNDS after the first day of class.*
Basic Obedience
Teaches basic on-leash obedience and commands, along with house training, in a small group setting. Uses motivational, reward-based and marker training. Cost: $249/6-week course.
*For dogs 5 months old and older, proof of vaccinations required. Class size is limited, pre-registration required.*
Length: 6 weeks (one session per week)
Start Date: Sat, April 29, 2023, 4:30pm-5:30pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Wed, May 10, 2023, 7pm-8pm @ Boise
Start Date: Sat, May 13, 2023, 4:30pm-5:30pm @ Boise
Start Date: Wed, June 21, 2023, 7pm-8pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Sat, June 24, 2023, 4:30pm-5:30pm @ Meridian
Start Date: Wed, July 5, 2023, 7pm-8pm @ Boise
Start Date: Sat, July 8, 2023, 4:30pm-5:30pm @ Boise
Registration required: call 208-888-0708 or for more info, email positivepetsdogtraining@gmail.com.
*NON – REFUNDABLE deposit and registration form is required to reserve a spot; NO REFUNDS after the first day of class.*
Advanced Classes:
Advanced classes are open only to clients who have graduated from select Private Lesson or Transformation Academy training programs.
Distraction Class
This class will serve as a transitional step for clients who have just completed their Private Lesson or Transformation training programs. The class will help build confidence in implementing the Positive Pets methods. This class will serve as a pre-requisite to the Advanced Off-Leash Class and other specialty classes.
When: Tuesdays – 6pm @ Meridian
When: Thursdays – 7pm @ Boise
When: Saturdays – 11am @ Boise & Meridian
*Clients should attend 6-8 intro classes before moving on the advanced class.*
Advanced Off-Leash Class
Teaches your dog how to respond positively in real-life situations while off leash. Builds on skills learned in the Distraction class.
When: Tuesdays – 7pm @ Meridian
When: Thursdays – 6pm – @ Boise
When: Wednesdays – 9am – @ Boise
When: Saturday – 10am – @ Boise & Meridian
*Clients should attend 12-24 of these classes before moving on to the Specialty Classes*
Upcoming Specialty Classes
Start dates listed – all specialty classes run for 6 consecutive weeks unless otherwise noted.
Novice Tricks: Tues, February 21, 2023 -7pm @ Boise
- Don’t underestimate the power of education! Engage your dog’s mind by teaching them different dog tricks. We will teach you how to lure and communicate with your dog to do a plethora of different behaviors. You can even earn an AKC Trick Dog Title or two! Check out the AKC Novice Checklist for some of the tricks that will be taught. Tricks Checklist: Novice
Novice Nosework: Mon, March 13, 2023 -6pm @ Boise
- If your dog’s nose knows, then this is the class for you. Learn how to get your dog to detect a scent and develop a response that will let you know they have found it. We will show you how to set up your training area and the most commonly used scents.
Novice Rally: Fri, April 7, 2023 -7pm @ Boise
- Enjoy learning with your dog how to navigate an obedience obstacle course. Rally is an AKC dog sport that teaches how to use your obedience to a higher level. Learn the different signs and rules to set up a mentally stimulating game for you and your dog.
Outdoor Adventure: Mon, May 15, 2023 -6pm @ TBD
- Have you ever wondered how people don’t crash with their dog while riding a bike? How about getting your dogs attention off those darn squirrels? This outdoor adventure class is right for you. We will have fun paddle boarding, swimming and going to the park. Let us show you how to have fun with your dog in the great outdoors!
Service Dog Class: Fri, June 2, 2023 -6pm @ Boise
- This class teaches anyone who has a disability what it means to have a service dog. We will cover different behaviors that should be known before going into public. We will help you train for certifications, develop proper expectations and discuss laws/regulations surrounding Services Dogs.
Therapy Dog Class: Fri, June 2, 2023 -5pm @ Boise
- If you are going to volunteer, why not go with your dog. This course is designed to set you up for testing with a therapy dog organization like Go Team Therapy Dogs (see goteamdogs.org) We will train you and your dog how to get out into your community and spread the joy that only dogs can give. We will have active volunteers that will help give advice on entering the therapy dog community. We will help you train different behaviors that help in public and even test to get your dogs in preparation for joining a team.
Foothill Etiquette Class: Sat, June 3, 2023 -9am @ TBD
- Explore Idaho’s great outdoors with this Foothills Etiquette course. Take the Rivers to Ridges Trail Pledge with us. We will teach you how to navigate sharing the trails with other dogs, bikes and fellow hikers. Learn how to stay safe while spending some quality outdoor time with your dog!
Novice Agility: Sat, July 21, 2023 -7pm @ Boise
*Specialty classes are open ONLY to clients who have graduated from select Private Lesson & Transformation programs.*
