Private Puppy Coaching sessions can be booked here! We provide support through in-person sessions and also through Zoom! Schedule a single lesson or a package of lessons for extra savings and support! Lesson duration is about an hour. If you need a time and day not listed here, please contact our training office at (530) 228-2822 or email training@thecanineconnection.com.
ONLY FOR PUPPIES ENROLLED IN PUPPY KINDERGARTEN (future or current) OR PRIVATE PUPPY COACHING. . This 4-session program is for puppies up to 20 weeks age (must be 16 weeks maximum at time of first class). It helps pups develop positive emotional associations with other puppies, parents, and environmental settings and stimuli. It's the sweetest hour of the week in Chico, California!
ONLY FOR PUPPIES ENROLLED IN PUPPY KINDERGARTEN (current or future) OR PRIVATE PUPPY COACHING.
Pay as you go for Puppy Social! This option allows you to pay as you go should you not be able to attend four consecutive sessions. Please note that all puppies must be approved for attendance at Puppy Social, with all required vaccinations and a clear fecal test result provided - and approved - in advance.
Parent only orientation session (first session) plus six (6) class sessions focusing on building a strong foundation for life skills and manners for growing pups. Training equipment (treat bag, gear bag, 20' long line) is included in the tuition fee. Also included: access to online learning materials (videos, handouts, homework, quizzes, etc.) to support your class experience. Graduation celebration includes photos, diplomas, bandana, and a special treat!
Private Manners Training for Teen & Adult Dogs $125.00
Private Coaching lessons provide focused instruction and an individualized curriculum.. Schedule a single lesson or a package of lessons for extra savings and support! Lesson duration is about an hour. Book online to reserve a scheduled spot. For other available times, please contact our training office at (530) 228-2822 or email training@thecanineconnection.com.
Parent only orientation session (first session) plus six (6) class sessions focusing on core life skills and manners important for all dogs. Training equipment (treat bag, gear bag, 20' long line) is included in the tuition fee. Also included: access to online learning materials (videos, handouts, homework, quizzes, etc.) to support your class experience. Graduation celebration includes photos, diplomas, bandana, and a special treat!
This class is just for the senior dog set! Activities learned and engaged in during class will help keep their minds and bodies active and agile. We'll enjoy some scent work, stretches, strength building, and stories about our beloved older friends.
This 4-session "continuing ed" class is for teenage puppies and dogs who have graduated from Puppy Kindergarten or Life Skills & Manners and want to continue with building stronger core behaviors with more duration and in settings with more distractions. The class focuses on building impulse control and attention across a wide variety of behaviors: leash walking, recall, greetings, stay/wait, leave it, jumping up, and more.
Build your dog's confidence, and exercise their minds and bodies by introducing them to new obstacles. The handling skills you'll learn will help you develop teamwork and trust between you and your dog while you both have fun! This 4-session class is not meant to prepare students for competition agility. If this is your goal, please contact us so we can direct you to our recommended competition agility instructor.
This group class takes your training into the real world. Every week, the class meets in a different location with different distractions, challenges, and rewards from taking your training to a higher, "real world" level!
This 4-session short course is for dogs who pull when on leash, making walks a chore instead of a delight. With exercises and games that teach impulse control, relaxation, and focus, you and your dog will be able to feel comfortable and connected while out on a walk. Please note: this class is not for dogs who are “feisty fidos” on leash, those dogs who bark and lunge for other dogs. If that’s your dog, please see us about private training. We can help with that too!
This 4-session class is a refresher on the essentials for building a rapid, reliable recall. Through a variety of games and weekly exercises, your dog will discover that returning to you is better than chasing the proverbial “squirrel!”
This advanced training class is for dog parents who want to go further and farther with developing their dog’s thinking abilities. In this class, games and other thinking games are used to encourage dogs to become more independent thinkers and problem solvers and their people to become better trainers. This class provides a great foundation for dog sports and other learning and partnership-based activities. Note: use of a clicker is strongly encouraged for this class.
Level 3: Good Citizen and Therapy Dog Prep Class $160.00
This class prepares students to take the Pet Partners Team Therapy Dog Test and the AKC Good Citizen test. Note that this class is NOT required for the evaluations. It is offered simply to help students know what to expect with the evaluations and better prepare for them.
Initial Behavior Consult for Fear, Anxiety, Reactivity and Aggression $225.00
Initial behavior consultation to assess fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. Based on this consultation and assessment, a training and behavior modification plan will be recommended. Please note, there are rarely "quick fixes" for fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression and we use a multi-dimensional approach including management environments, training new behaviors, and, most important, addressing underlying emotional states of your dog. This consult can be conducted in-person or virtually by Zoom or phone. Consult typically lasts 1.5 hours.
Meet with our experienced retail and equipment associates to ensure your dog is properly fitted - and you know how to use - our recommended harnesses and other equipment! Your $20 appointment fee will be applied to your purchase! We request 24-hour cancellation notice; otherwise this fee is non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding!
