See the bottom of this page of upcoming class schedules!

 

Training

Having a well mannered dog can greatly enhance the human - animal bond. We offer many classes and activities that owners can choose from to further enjoy the companionship they share with their pets.

The Paw Training Academy

Puppy orientation - a pre-ownership session for prospective puppy owners, an informational class covering basic puppy necessities, how to look for the right puppy, what types of costs to expect, and other questions answered.

Puppy Pre-School - geared toward puppies 8-16 weeks of age. Focuses on socialization, positive reinforcement, teaching acceptable behavior, potty training, answering questions. This 6 session class includes playtime and instruction for 1 hour. It also offers a closer look at products available for our beloved friends and and introduction to the pool!

Puppy Kindergarten - a class for puppies 3 - 6 months of age. There is less play time and more time spent on basic training and manners. This class is a great introduction to obedience training and learning new skills. It also offers a closer look at products available for our beloved friends and and introduction to the pool!

Basic Obedience - A new 6 week class to follow puppy classes. This class offers basic training and gives your puppy an opportunity to continue training and be ready for the longer 10 week obedience classes.

Beginner Obedience - something for everyone from the family companion dog to those who want to take it further. Many types will be available from traditional, to clicker training. This class is for any dog 5 months and older.

Intermediate - the next level after the beginner class    

Advanced - really helps to get to that top level of obedience

Agility - after some basic obedience, owners can try this fun sport which utilizes jumps, teeters, dog walks, A-frames, tunnels and chutes (Classes not currently offered, but will be available soon!)

Rally - a fun newer type of obedience that includes obeying a command posted at different stations. Dogs are timed on the course. Prerequisite class: 8 or 10 week beginner class

Flyball - A fast, fun, relay team of dogs jump over hurdles and retreive tennis balls. Fun to watch and for your dog to participate in!

Conformation - for those who are interested in showing their dogs

Canine Good Citizen testing- great way to know if your dog is a well behaved citizen of the community! Go to http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/training_testing.cfm

Testing for Therapy Dog Certification - for anyone interested in taking their dogs to different locations to visit people in settings such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, etc… to spread love, kisses and smiles

Behavioral Counseling - for individual behaviors that owners find unacceptable

Winter Class Schedule

Unless otherwise specified, classes meet once a week for 1 hour

If pet is new to The Paw, registration must be done in person. Call The Paw (507)625-7070 for more information.

*Class fees are due in full 10 days prior to the start of the first class*

*Class fees are non refundable*

Class	Day/Time	Start Date	# of Sessions	Cost	# of Openings
Puppy Kindergarten	9:00am or 10:30am	Saturday Feb 27 Saturday Apr 17	6	$60	6
Basic Obedience	11:30am	Saturday Feb 27	6	$60	6
Beginner 10 week Session*	6:30pm	Monday Apr 12	10	$100	10
Beginner 10 week Session*	6:30pm	Thursday Apr 15	10	$100	10
Beginner 10 week Session*	7:30pm	Thursday Apr 15	10	$100	10
Intermed/Advanced 10 Week	7:30pm	Monday Apr 12	10	$100	10
Conformation class	Thurs 6:30pm	meets weekly	single sessions	$5/handler	call for availability
Beginner & Intermediate Flyball	Sat Jan 9	call for more info on classes	8	$85	10

*Do not bring dogs to the first week of beginner 10 week class, this is an orientation night for handlers

*Your dog must be up to date on all required vaccinations to attend class:

(DHPP, Rabies, Bordetella, negative fecal, flea preventative)