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Class Requirements & Preparation

Everything you need to know before attending class.

RequirementDetails
AgePuppy: 4–11.5 months · Adult: 12+ months
VaccinationsRabies (1 or 3 yr), DAPP/DAHPP, Bordetella (every 6 mo)
Class Size6–10 students
PrepaymentRequired to reserve spot
OrientationFirst class is orientation without your dog

What to Bring...

  • Proof of vaccinations
  • Dog with approved training collar (flat, prong, or choke chain)
  • 6ft leash (leather or nylon, 3/4 inch or smaller)
  • Soft training treats (Happy Howie cubes - available at AK9)

What NOT to Bring...

  • Unregistered dog
  • Extend-a-leash or tab leash
  • Head halti or harness (unless approved)
  • Hard compressed treats (biscuits, bones, etc)

⚠️ Dogs showing forward or aggressive behavior must be pre-approved before attending.
Makeup sessions will be added for any weather-related cancellations.

Basic Puppy Group

For puppies 4 - 11.5 months

Obedience Skills

  • Loose leash walking
  • Sit, Down, Wait
  • "Park it" (go-to-bed spot)
  • Leash handling, corrections and timing
  • Reading dog body language

Behavioral Skills

  • Jumping, mouthing, overstimulation
  • Common home issues
  • Mild aggression (trainer-approved only)

Instructor: Alyesa
Wednesdays – Puppy (5:45 PM): 

May/June: 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 [NO CLASS], 7/8, 7/15

Instructor: Ryan
Tuesdays – Puppy (11:15 AM):

July/August: 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18

Sept/Oct: 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13

Saturdays – Puppy (9:00 AM):

June/July: 6/13, 6/20,  [no class 6/27, 7/4], 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1

Aug/Sept: 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19

Register for basic puppy

6 Classes | $325

Basic Adult Group

For dogs 12 months and older.

Obedience Skills

  • Loose leash walking
  • Sit, Down, Wait
  • "Park it" (go-to-bed spot)
  • Leash handling, corrections and timing
  • Reading dog expressions

Behavioral Skills

  • Jumping, mouthing, overexcitability
  • Common home issues
  • Mild aggression (trainer-approved only)

Instructor: Ryan

Tuesdays – 4:00 PM
Dates: 

July/August: 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18

Sept/Oct: 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13

Saturdays – 10:15 AM
Dates:

June/July:  6/13, 6/20,  [no class 6/27, 7/4], 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1

Aug/Sept: 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19

Register for basic adult group

6 Classes | $325

E-Collar On-Leash & Off Leash Classes

For approved graduates of any Alert K-9 program.

Focus Areas

  • Reinforce prior training
  • Strengthen leash handling
  • Refine timing & intensity
  • Solve recurring behavior challenges

E-Collar Training

  • Hands-on instruction with Dogtra units
  • Learn timing, safety, and proper use
  • Off-leash option (pre-approval required)

** 3 Classes · $150 · Max 6-8 students · Prepayment required **

Prerequisite for Offleash E-collar:

Complete On-Leash E-Collar & Trainer has to approve prior to registering for Offleash.

Register for e-collar classes

Instructor: Ryan

On Leash: Wednesday’s – 11:15 AM

Off Leash: Wednesdays – 4:00 PM

[package of 3 reoccurring classes.] 

July: 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

August: 12, 19, 26

3 Classes | $150

Continuing Education

For approved graduates of any Alert K-9 program.

Focus Areas

  • Reinforce prior training
  • Strengthen leash handling
  • Refine timing & intensity
  • Solve recurring behavior challenges

** 3 Classes · $150 · Max 6-8 students · Prepayment required **

Instructor: Alyesa

Thursdays – 4:00 PM  

Dates TBD

Register for Continuing Education

3 Classes | $150