Group Classes
ft. Saturday Class
Dog Training That’s Effective & Enjoyable
Eligibility for Group Classes requires prior completion of private lessons with Anthony.
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Eligibility for Group Classes requires prior completion of private lessons with Anthony. 〰️
Our outdoor drop-in style dog training classes are held in real-world public settings to help dogs build practical skills in everyday environments.
We focus on a wide range of topics such as: using basic foundation training skills, navigating real-life scenarios, working around distractions and real-life challenges and addressing reactive behaviors like barking and lunging at other dogs.
Through structured group training, group walks and on-leash exercises, dogs learn calmness and focus around distractions, while handlers gain hands-on skills and strategies.
NOTE: Classes are NOT open to the public and are by invite only. In order to become eligible to participate in group classes, you must be a current client working with Anthony or have completed private lessons with Anthony.
Baci and Anthony
Want to see what our outdoor classes look like?
Take a look at the clips down below!
Learning to Heel
Sample Group Class Lesson on Play Skills
Saturday Summer Class
Our Approach & Philosophy
Laurie, Olaf and Anthony at Group Class
We approach each dog as an individual, helping them to be the best version of themselves while teaching you how to be the best owner for your dog. Whether your aim is to address a behavior issue, train a new puppy, achieve advanced skills or simply learn how to be the best dog owner, we are here to help. Through one-on-one lessons, we will help you understand who your dog is, then come up with strategies to achieve your goals.
You will learn to:
Understand who your dog is and why they do the things they do.
Train your dog using reward-based training methods, enjoyable exercises and play.
Address your dog’s sometimes inconvenient behavior(s).
Provide appropriate enrichment and exercise opportunities.
Develop an enjoyable relationship with your dog.
Guide and set your dog up for success, both in and out of the home.
Create clear and consistent rules and boundaries.
NOTE: We do NOT offer quick-fix approaches.
Our Philosophy
We believe each dog is an individual. As individuals, each dog learns, works and is motivated in different ways. Because we view each dog as an individual, we do not believe in one training method or approach.
Our dog training and behavior modification approach incorporates a variety of methods and styles; though we mainly focus on using positive reinforcement, reward-based techniques and play, as we believe training and learning should be enjoyable, motivating, as well as cultivate a relationship. This is done by using food, toys and play, praise and attention, and/or exploration as rewards for behaviors we want to see more of.
Our goal is to help you and your dog succeed. Together, we will determine what the best training methods, strategies and tools for your dog and you will be so that you can achieve your goals and live your best lives together.
If you would like see what our training looks like, take a look at some of the videos throughout the website and on our social media channels.
Client Testimonials
“After we started training, walks are calmer, more controlled, and genuinely enjoyable. We were able to be transitioned to a group class where we are able to see so many more improvements. We really appreciate the training not being a one size fit all approach. The transformation has been incredible. Anthony is an amazing person to work with!”
-Stephanie S.
“Anthony really helped us make big big improvements with my dog Westley’s reactivity towards other dogs. We were really struggling to go on walks, even around our neighborhood, without him barking and lunging at other dogs. Through a combination of private lessons and group classes, Anthony gave us a lot of valuable tips and tricks to help Westley feel much more comfortable around other dogs. Today we are at point where we are able to go on a hike walking past other dogs and even puppies without a single reaction!”
-Jessica C.
“We worked with and continue to work with Anthony through a series of virtual sessions, private lessons, and group classes. What stood out to me was Anthony's ability to listen and truly understand the experiences I had with Tiki. Rather than applying a cookie-cutter formula, he took the time to individualize our training plan, focusing on Tiki’s unique nuances and challenges.”
-Angela M.