This is not actually a course, but a way for you to get your basic information entered in to the CourseStorm website, including your contact information and your dog's information and health data, as well as to read our Hold Harmless agreement, our refund policy, and our severe weather policy. This will let you get familiar with CourseStorm so when we actually have classes for which you can sign up, you will ready to go.

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

Struggling to walk a dog that is pulling is no fun! Learn how to reframe your walk so that you and your dog can take time to enjoy the scenery, relax, and manage distractions you might encounter as you are out and about in your neighborhood.

Prerequisites: puppy class, manners class, or reasonable equivalent 

Age group: for dogs ages 6 months and up 

Class size: 3-8 students

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates: April 14-28, 2025

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

This is a 3-week preparation course with CGC testing on week three. We will practice the course requirements and proof skills for final testing.

Prerequisites: dogs should have the basic skills of sit, down, stay, and loose leash walking in order to take this course, i.e., have completed a basic obedience class.

Age group: for dogs ages 5 months and up.

Class size: 4-8 students 

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates: April 14-28, 2025

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

You and your dog will learn to navigate the outside world and all its distractions successfully! We will cover loose leash walking, focus work, distractions, basic obedience, impulse control, and age-appropriate socialization. This course is a wonderful way to prepare your puppy for moving up the Canine Good Citizen course, Household Manners, or Life Skills for Success.

Not recommended for highly reactive dogs

Prerequisites: none

Age group: for puppies ages 4 months up to one year

Class size: 3-8 students.

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates:

Class Dates: April 15-May 22, 2025

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

Whether you need to refresh the skills learned in puppy class or work on changing existing behaviors in your adolescent or adult dog, this course will help you navigate household issues such as barking, door dashing, jumping, leash pulling, counter surfing, and distractions.

Prerequisites: puppy class, manners class, or reasonable equivalent

Age group: for dogs ages 6 months and up

Class size: 3-6 students

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates: April 15-May 22, 2025

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE.