Group Training
Our group classes are fun, inviting spaces for your dog to socialize and learn.
Reactive Rover Workshop
Does your leashed dog lunge, bark or go crazy at the sight of other dogs when out for a walk? This 45 minute workshop will focus on the dog's “reactive” behavior and equip you with new strategies to manage it. While frightening and unpleasant, this behavior more often indicates excitement or fear rather than aggression. Frequently, it can be “the other end of the leash” that inadvertently reinforces the behavior. The workshop will help you anticipate a reactive burst, and teach you and your dog calm alternative responses in order to recondition the reactive response. Reinforcement of basic commands are also incorporated. The workshop is limited to 6 dogs per session. The cost is $45. No discounts applicable.
Class Time: 10:00:00
Class Date: 05/27/2023 to 05/27/2023
Class Info: Please bring a lot of high value treats for your dog. NO retractable leashes or choke chains allowed. We recommend any type of head harness/gentle leader. Pre registration is required. Cost is $45. Payment is required at time of registration. 24 hr. cancellation notice for refund. Please contact Good Dogma if you have any questions.
Reactive Rover Workshop
Does your leashed dog lunge, bark or go crazy at the sight of other dogs when out for a walk? This 45 minute workshop will focus on the dog's “reactive” behavior and equip you with new strategies to manage it. While frightening and unpleasant, this behavior more often indicates excitement or fear rather than aggression. Frequently, it can be “the other end of the leash” that inadvertently reinforces the behavior. The workshop will help you anticipate a reactive burst, and teach you and your dog calm alternative responses in order to recondition the reactive response. Reinforcement of basic commands are also incorporated. The workshop is limited to 5 dogs per session. The cost is $45. No discounts applicable.
Class Time: 12:00:00
Class Date: 06/03/2023 Class Info: Please bring a lot of high value treats for your dog. NO retractable leashes or choke chains allowed. We recommend any type of head harness/gentle leader. Pre registration is required. Cost is $45. Payment is required at registration. 24 hr. cancellation notice for refund. Please contact Good Dogma if you have any questions.
Agility Playground
Agility Playground provides the structure and fun of agility without the commitment of extensive training for competition. We focus on helping you and your dog connect as a team to master the obstacles. No experience is necessary. Agility training can help increase your dog's confidence, self control and focus while providing physical activity and mental stimulation. Basic commands such as “stay” and "down" are also incorporated into the course. Agility training provides an incredible opportunity for you and your dog to promote bonding while having fun!
Class Time: 10:00:00
Class Date: 06/03/2023 to 06/17/2023
Class Info:
This active 3 week class runs about 40 minutes and is open to any fully vaccinated dog, large or small. Your dog must be socialized and friendly with other dogs and familiar with basic commands. You'll need a lot of your dog's favorite high value treats and a standard 5-6' leash and collar (buckle, head, harness). No retractable leashes or choke chain collars will be allowed. The fun is limited to 4 dogs per class. The cost is $90, payment is required at time of registration to reserve your spot.
“Drop in” Beginner Group Class
This class welcomes any fully vaccinated dog with little or no prior training. Combining socialization, basic commands and playtime, we use fun activities to teach and reinforce desired behaviors such as focus and impulse control Environmental socialization incorporates other dogs, strangers and distractions, balloons and bubbles. We also address barking and jumping issues. More serious behavior problems, such as aggression (with people or dogs) or fearfulness will not be discussed at length in class. These issues may call for more extensive work, likely requiring a home visit by a positive reinforcement trainer.
Class Time: 10:30:00
Class Date: 06/02/2023 Class Info:
- $30 per drop in, pay on site. Bring LOTS of high value treats, a 5-6' leash and a long (15-25') training line. NO retractable leashes or "choke" chains allowed. Registration required for each attendance. Rain cancels. Please check website for any updates the night before.
“Drop in” Intermediate Group Class
Our intermediate class is open to dogs of any age (over 6 months) with adequate responses to basic commands. The class will review these commands, then take them to the next level. Employing distractions and increased duration, we will challenge and strengthen your dog’s responses. The class addresses impulse control by practicing “leave it” and “halt” cues and also incorporate loose leash walking, games and tricks. An action-packed challenge for both you and your dog!
Class Time: 11:30:00
Class Date: 06/02/2023 Class Info: $30 per drop in, pay on site. Bring LOTS of high value treats a 5-6' leash and a long (15 - 25') training line. NO retractable leashes or "choke" chains allowed. Pre registration required. Weather permitting.
4 week Los Osos Class
This class will demonstrate and teach basic commands, (e.g. come, stay, leave it). We introduce the practice of canine manners, including impulse control and walking nice on the leash. We will make use of props, play and positive socialization activities. Cost for class is $120 and is limited to 6 dogs. Payment is required at time of registration. Refund with 48 hour cancellation notice.
Class Time: 10:30:00
Class Date: 06/04/2023 to 06/25/2023
Class Info: You will need a standard 5-6' leash and a long (15-20') training line Please no pinch collars, choke chains or retractable leashes. Bring a variety of high value treats for your dog!
Group Training Walk
The Group Training Walk provides a balance of mental and physical exercise for you and your dog. The dynamic walk reinforces basic obedience commands and contributes to new learning in an active group setting. Bring a variety of high value treats for your pup! Cost is $30 per dog. Please no retractable leashes, choke chains or pinch collars. All walks take place in the Estero Bay area and locations change weekly. The walk will be cancelled for bad weather or if the minimum number of participants is not met. Contact Good Dogma if you have any questions. The group walk is kept to 6 dogs so be sure to register early.
Class Time: 17:00:00
Class Date: 06/08/2023 Class Info: Meeting place on June 1 is Starbucks, Los Osos. Rain cancels. Pre registration required. Pay for class on site. No retractable leashes or choke chains. Remember to bring a variety of high value treats for your pup!
The instructor was very knowledgeable and prepared. She truly understood the dog’s behavior. I would recommend this class to all dog owners. We benefited greatly from it. Thanks!
Great class! Perfect start to our puppy training. Praia and my family learned a lot!! Sometimes we all need to be held accountable and this class has helped keep me accountable to training Praia everyday. Thanks!
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