Basic Skills

Learn how to train your silly pooch using a gentler approach! Only motivational based training methods are used, with a strong emphasis on positive reinforcement.

This is a six-week class for dogs over 16 weeks of age. Each session lasts about one hour. The first session is a people-only orientation. Please attend without your dog.

• Build skills and strengthen your relationship with your dog!
• Increase your dog’s ability to learn with clicker training
• Lessons include name recognition, loose-leash walking, sit, down, come, stay, stop, drop/give it, leave it, back up
• Additional topics and maybe a trick, if time permits

Price: $120 for the 6-week session

Discounts: Sign up for Basic Skills and Beyond Basics at the same time and take $20 off the total price.

Note: Group classes are not suitable for your shy, fearful, reactive or aggressive dog. For assistance with these behavioral issues, please schedule a private lesson.

To register, please complete the registration form and return by email with scanned dog vaccination records and Paypal payment OR mail with vaccination records and check. For more information on classes, please contact alisa@yousillydog.com or call 443.625.9866.

Dates are subject to change due to inclement weather and unforeseen circumstances.