Our 4 week Group Classes are designed for people who want to be a more involved in the training of their dog, want only formal obedience for situations outside the home, or just want to be able to enjoy their dog out in public.

We only schedule 6 students in each group class so that we may help with potential problems and give each student the help and direction they need to be successful. Group classes are available in both Snohomish and Tumwater locations.

Every dog and handler is unique and may need different equipment. We'll advise students about appropriate training equipment for their dog and how to use it. We'll tell you 'why' dogs do what they do and how to use that knowledge to your advantage through clear, consistent, and fair communication.

Puppy Beginner Class - 4 weeks
This class is available for puppies between the ages of 12 weeks and 5 months . Proof of vaccination is needed at the first meeting. The following vocabulary commands are included in this course:

1) SIT
2) FOCUS
3) DOWN
5) COME
6) TAKE A BREAK
7) HURRY UP / GO POTTY (on a leash)
8) SOCIALIZATION (on leash around other dogs and strangers)
9) Leash desensitization

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Basic Obedience Class - 4 weeks
This class is available for non-aggressive dog over 5 months of age and proof of vaccination is needed at the first meeting. The following on-leash commands are included in this course:

1) HEEL – Walk even with your left leg at a normal pace without pulling
2) SIT – Sit at your left hand side or in front of you depending on the circumstance
3) DOWN / DOWN STAY – Lie down and stay down
5) OFF – Don’t jump (on people or a surface)
6) EASY – walk in front or to the side (out of heel position) as long as the dog doesn't pull.
7) TAKE A BREAK – free to be the silly and play (release command)
8) LEAVE IT – Whatever the dog is sniffing (grass, poop, etc…) or watching (like another dog) – stop it.

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Beyond Basic Obedience - 4 weeks
Pre-requisite: Basic Obedience, 2-week Board and Train, or Private Lessons with our instructor.

This class is available for non-aggressive dogs over 8 months of age and have completed either our Basic Obedience class, our highly praised 2-week board and train program, or been taking private lessons from one of our trainers.

Handlers must possess basic leash control and dogs should be able to sit, down, stay, and keep off easily. A continuation of our Basic Obedience classes, this class will begin working at a distances and proof the dog with more distractions. The "Come" command will also be added.

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Top Paw Obedience - 4 weeks

This class is available for non-aggressive dogs over 9 months of age and have completed either our Beyond Basic Obedience class, our highly praised board and train program (2 week stay) , or been taking private lessons from one of our trainers.

This class is designed for dogs and owners who enjoy training and want to solidify their work around heavy distractions and work towards off-leash control.

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