GROUP CLASSES

Bayside’s Canine Behavioral School has many group class options available throughout the year. Classes are specifically designed so that you can participate in all parts of training with your dog, alongside other people with similar interest and needs. Although classes are set up to manage multiple people and dogs, we still believe quality over quantity is most important in training. Because of this, space is very limited. Each of our classes meet once a week for an one hour and run for 6 consecutive weeks. 

Classes are set up so that you are taught how to train your dog.  Classes use science based positive training methods, where you will be taught how to use a marker word.  After each class you will receive homework on what was covered as it is important to practice throughout the week.  If you follow through with the training you will see a huge improvement with your dog. 

All classes require your dog to be up to date on the following vaccinations:  Rabies, DHP-P, Bordetella & Canine Influenza.  Your dog must be friendly and not aggressive towards people or other dogs.

Classes are taught by Amanda Haynes CDPT-KA.

Class Descriptions

Puppy Basic Manners - $220

Start your puppy off on the right foot by learning polite manners as well as socialization skills. Puppy Basic Manners is set up for puppies 2-1/2 – 6 months old. Although we will accept puppies that are older. This class covers the following skills: sit, down, impulse control, door manners, leash skills, drop it, recall/name recognition, got to a dog bed, stay and others. Additionally we will cover jumping, biting, barking, grooming and car safety. Puppies must have at least Rabies and be getting current vaccinations required by your vet. All puppies over 6 months must be up to date on Rabies, DHP-P, Bordetella & Canine Influenza.

Basic Manners - $220

This class will give people and their dog a good basic foundation to have a well behaved family member.  This class is for older puppies to adult dogs of any age range: 7 months and up.  The class will cover the following skills:  sit, down, impulse control, door manners, leash skills, drop it, recall/name recognition, got to a dog bed, stay and others.  Additionally we will cover jumping, biting, barking, grooming and car safety. 

All dogs must be up to date on Rabies, DHP-P, Bordetella and Canine Influenza. 

Advanced Manners - $200

This class is specifically designed for dogs who have already graduated from one of our previous classes above or meet the criteria required in order to participate. We will be taking the Basics and making them more solid with your dog by advancing them with duration, distraction and distance.  The class will cover the following skills:  advanced stay, advanced leash skills, paws up, paws off, chin rest, hind end awareness (back up and pivot), advanced platform work (bring your dog bed/platform to every class), distance sit/down/stand, and a few tricks (spin, roll over, sit pretty).

All dogs must be up to date on Rabies, DHP-P, Bordetella and Canine Influenza.

Prerequisite:  Puppy Manners, Basic Manners or be pre-approved to take the class.

Canine Good Citizen Prep Class - $220

This class is set up to prepare you to take the Canine Good Citizen test.  We will focus on going over each of the 10 test requirements.  If you are not familiar with the CGC test click link below to watch a short video about what is covered and why it’s important to have a dog that is a Canine Good Citizen.  The test will be given after the class has finished on a separate day. 

All dogs must be up to date on Rabies, DHP-P, Bordetella and Canine Influenza.  

Prerequisite: Puppy Basic Manners, Basic Manners, Advanced Manners, or be preapproved to take the class.

For more information please call (281) 334-9663 x217 or email our Behavior Team.