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Level 2 - Service Dog Public Manners

Prerequisite: Therapy / Service Dog Foundations Location: Various public settings within 30 minutes of Milwaukee,...Read MorePrerequisite: Therapy / Service Dog Foundations Location: Various public settings within 30 minutes of Milwaukee, WI. (Locations vary per session; feel free to reach out via email for details.) Ready to take your service dog in training out into the real world? Our 8-week Public Manners class is designed to help you and your dog build the focus, resilience, and polite behavior needed to navigate public environments with confidence. This course will take place at a variety of public locations within 30 minutes of Milwaukee, WI. Each week, we’ll meet in a new setting—like local events, retail stores, outdoor shopping centers, coffee shops, and more—to practice calm, reliable behavior in real-life situations. What We’ll Cover: • Loose-leash walking through crowds and narrow aisles • Settling quietly in public spaces like restaurants and waiting rooms • Ignoring food, people, and other dogs • Performing skills in novel environments • Focus and engagement in stimulating settings Class Details: • Duration: 8 weeks • Cost: $365 Important Note: While this class provides essential training and preparation, completion does not guarantee that your dog will be suited for service or therapy work. Success depends on your dog’s individual temperament, behavior, and ability to meet the required standards.