- Class schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather.
- Class instructor is Misty Denny unless noted otherwise.
- Private sessions are available for $65. If you are interested in a private session, please contact us via email or phone.
- If a class is full that you are interested in, please complete a registration form and check “Add to Wait List “.
AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY
September 16th through October 21st
This Class is Full please complete a registration form to be added to the wait list
Wednesday’s from 6:00-7:00pm
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an excellent first in-person training class for puppies. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy provides a good lead-in to earning the Canine Good Citizen title.
The Benefits of Training Your Puppy
Training classes teach you how to best communicate with your puppy. Organized training classes also provide an opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs. In classes aimed at earning the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy distinction, you’ll be able to get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including housetraining, chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training is a natural lead into the AKC® Canine Good Citizen® Program. Each student will have the opportunity to take the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test on the last class.
Cost $165
AKC Rally Obedience “Excellent/Master”
October 1st through October 22nd
Thursday’s from 2:00-3:00pm
This 4-week class is an AKC Rally team sport: We will be offering alternating Excellent and Master courses. You and your dog navigate a course, side-by-side, as you steer your dog through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There is a clear sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during and between the numbered signs. This is a fun and challenging class for both you and your dog. Prerequisites: Rally Obedience “Advanced“.
Cost $105
Tricks
- (All levels)
October 5th through October 26th
This Class is Full please complete a registration form to be added to the wait list
Monday’s from 6pm to 7pm
Join us for some fun learning tricks with your dog. Tricks are a great way to work obedience but have fun all at the same time. During this 4-week session you will have the opportunity to test for an AKC and/or Do More with Your Dog tricks titles if interested.
Cost $105
Novice Obedience
October 13th, October 20th, November 3rd and November 11th
Tuesday’s from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Instructor Theresa Richmond – Novice Obedience is the foundation used in many dog sports. With the AKC, minor or significant points can be deducted from a total of 200 points. Learn how to keep your dogs focused and motivated and the points in your pocket!
All Novice and Graduate Novice exercises will be covered in each class. 6 weeks.
Drop in welcome.
Cost 6 weeks $165 or Cost $30 per class (Drop-In) Payments made to Theresa Richmond
to register email mahoganyridgeva@gmail.com or
Call (540) 987-0550
AKC Rally Obedience “Novice”
October 6th through October 27th
This Class is Full please complete a registration form to be added to the wait list
Tuesday’s from 6pm to 7pm
This 4-week class is an AKC Rally team sport: You and your dog navigate a course, side-by-side, as you steer your dog through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There is a clear sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during and between the numbered signs. This is a fun and challenging class for both you and your dog. Prerequisites: basic obedience. Drop in welcome for $30 if space is available.
Cost $105
AKC Rally Obedience “Intermediate/Advanced”
October 19th through November 16th (No class 11/9)
Monday’s from 11:00am-Noon
This Class is Full please complete a registration form to be added to the wait list
This 4-week class is an AKC Rally team sport: We will be offering both Intermediate and Advanced courses. You and your dog navigate a course, side-by-side, as you steer your dog through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There is a clear sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during and between the numbered signs. This is a fun and challenging class for both you and your dog. Prerequisites: Rally Obedience “Novice“. Drop in welcome for $30 if space is available.
Cost $105
AKC Rally Obedience “Excellent/Master”
October 22nd through November 19th (No class 11/5)
Thursday’s from 6:30–7:30pm
This 4-week class is an AKC Rally team sport: We will be offering alternating Excellent and Master courses. You and your dog navigate a course, side-by-side, as you steer your dog through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There is a clear sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during and between the numbered signs. This is a fun and challenging class for both you and your dog. Prerequisites: Rally Obedience “Advanced“.
Cost $105
AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY
November 2nd through December 14th (No class 11/9)
Monday’s from 6:00-7:00pm
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an excellent first in-person training class for puppies. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy provides a good lead-in to earning the Canine Good Citizen title.
The Benefits of Training Your Puppy
Training classes teach you how to best communicate with your puppy. Organized training classes also provide an opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs. In classes aimed at earning the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy distinction, you’ll be able to get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including housetraining, chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training is a natural lead into the AKC® Canine Good Citizen® Program. Each student will have the opportunity to take the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test on the last class.
Cost $165
AKC Rally Obedience “Novice”
November 10th through December 1st
Tuesday’s from 6pm to 7pm
This 4-week class is an AKC Rally team sport: You and your dog navigate a course, side-by-side, as you steer your dog through a course of 10-20 different signs. Each of these signs provides instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The dog and handler move continuously throughout the course with the dog under control at the handler’s left side. There is a clear sense of teamwork between the dog and handler both during and between the numbered signs. This is a fun and challenging class for both you and your dog. Prerequisites: basic obedience. Drop in welcome for $30 if space is available.
Cost $105
Foundation Obedience/CGC Prep
November 11th through December 30th (No Class on 11/25 or 12/23)
Wednesday’s from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Foundation Obedience/CGC Prep (6-week series) – This class is designed to help you train your dog to be part of your pack. You will learn basic handling skills to build a solid foundation using positive reinforcement. These skills will help you build a lasting relationship with your dog at home, toward a AKC CGC Title, Therapy Dog or wherever you might want to go next. This class is suitable for Puppies, Adolescent & Adult Dogs using The Volhard Motivational Method. This is a great follow-up to S.T.A.R. Puppy.
Cost $165
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