Monday at 6:30 pm - (Begins:  January 6, 2025)For puppies 10 weeks up to 12 months old, the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting new program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. Students learn practical skills such as sit, down, come when called, dealing with strangers. Get information on all your puppy-raising questions like housetraining, chewing, etc. . AKC S.T.A.R. puppy test given at the end of the course. (FMI go to www.akc.org/starpuppy).Instructor: Frank McKaneIf you have questions about this class, contact Frank at FrankM@odtcw.com...

Tuesdays at 7:00pm - (Starts January 7, 2025)In this lively, energetic class students train their dogs to cope with "real-world" situations, such as outside distractions, strangers and other dogs. This course will consist of 5 classes.  In week 6, at conclusion of this course, students will take AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test.In order to pass the CGC Test, your dog will be required to complete 10 tasks.  Before registering for this class, view the video below so that you know what to expect.  If you don't believe your dog will be able to "master" these tasks in 5 weeks, consider signing up for our Family Manners class to refine some basic skills before attempting this class.  Click here to view video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iJfwaZkNwE*Prerequisite: Completion of (Beginner Level I) course or equivalent.If you have questions about this class, contact Frank at FrankM@odtcw.com...