IMPORTANT CLASS INFORMATION
2023 Upcoming Holiday Closures
MEMORIAL DAY:
NO CLASSES: Friday, May 26th - Monday, May 29th
HOLIDAY BUSINESS HOURS:
Friday, May 26th - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday, May 27th - 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, May 28th - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Monday, May 29th - CLOSED
TRAINING OPTIONS
Puppy Socialization
Levels Obedience Training
Levels Obedience Training
The most important class your dog will ever take! You have a limited window of opportunity to properly socialize your dog. We will teach you how in this class.
Levels Obedience Training
Levels Obedience Training
Levels Obedience Training
Levels obedience training is a group program offering unlimited training sessions during the period you are enrolled. This class is appropriate for dogs learning good manners.
Rally Obedience
Levels Obedience Training
Rally Obedience
Rally is a fun and exciting team sport for dogs and their handlers! Dog and handler teams navigate a course at a brisk, continuous pace, with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform.
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Class will teach the handler/dog team all of the Therapy Dog test items and practice each test item to work towards passing the Therapy Dog Test.
Scent Work Training
Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Scent Class mimics professional detection dog tasks by teaching your dog how to use their nose to sniff out a target odor, ignoring distractions, and alert the handler. This class will teach the fundamentals for more advanced scent work and competition work.
Private Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training
Private Dog Training
Private dog training lessons are available for those that want individualized attention, have specific behavior issues, or have a dog that is not yet suitable for a group setting. Prices are based on behaviors being addressed. Please call for details and prices:
419-351-5809
Deposit required to schedule private lessons.
Cancellation fees are assessed for late cancellations or no-shows.
AKC Trick Dog Class
Training Gift Certificates
Private Dog Training
Do you and your dog love to be the life of the party by showing off his arsenal of tricks? Then our AKC Trick Dog class might be for you! It is a great class to have fun and build your relationship with your pup!
Training Gift Certificates
Training Gift Certificates
Training Gift Certificates
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HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - NO CLASSES
HOLIDAY CLASS SCHEDULE 2022 (pdf)
DownloadPUPPY SOCIALIZATION CLASSES
Class Description
Class is for puppies starting age 9 – 16 weeks old and will teach you how to prevent many of the common behavioral problems seen in dogs, including Play Biting, Socialization with People and Dogs, Housetraining, Chewing, Home Alone, Acceptance of grooming, & Preventing Food Bowl and Object Guarding. Your puppy will also learn basic good manners, such as, attention, sit, down, come, and walking on leash politely. Puppy classes have off leash training while playing with other suitable puppies.
Age Requirements
Class is for puppies starting ages of 9 - 16 weeks old. Puppies should try to finish class by the age of 16 weeks, especially if they are a larger breed.
Puppies CAN start before being fully vaccinated. If you wait until your puppy is fully vaccinated, they will have missed the most important socialization time of their life. All attending puppies show age appropriate vaccinations and we clean with disinfectants that kill parvo and distemper.
Class Dates and Times
Puppy Socialization classes are on the following days and times:
- Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Saturdays 9:00 - 10:00 am
- Sundays 10:30 - 11:30 am
Required Vaccinations
- First round of Distemper/Parvo (DHLPP) combination shot
- Negative Fecal exam
- Your veterinarian can email records to info@LetsTrainDogTraining.com
Getting Started
Class is open enrollment, so puppies can start anytime! There is no prerequisite for this course.
You can start on any of the above listed days & times. You can use your six sessions on any or all of the available class times. You can mix and match.
Students are permitted to attend Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays but are limited to a total of six class sessions per package.
Please download and follow the instructions for the Protocol for Bringing your Puppy to Class.
What to Bring
Bring a hungry puppy, small tasty treats (we have treats available for sale), a favorite dog toy, a 4-6 foot leash (no retractable leashes) and vaccination records.
Classroom Etiquette
For the safety and respect of fellow students, please adhere to the following classroom etiquette:
- Classes start promptly at the assigned time, so please arrive early. Late arrivals might be turned away.
- Please wear secure footwear, such as, tennis shoes. Flip Flops are not appropriate when working with dogs.
- Please refrain from cell phone texting and calls during class. If you need to make an urgent call or text, please step into the lobby.
Thank you for adhering to our classroom etiquette!
Get Enrolled
Protocol for Bringing your Puppy to Class1 (pdf)
DownloadLEVELS OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Class Description
This class is for puppies and dogs 4 months and older. Behaviors taught include Name, Attention, Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Walking on Leash, Polite Greetings, Canine Good Citizen testing, and problem solving. Let's Train offers the most flexible group training classes available known as "Levels Training." Levels obedience training is a group program offering unlimited training sessions during the period you are enrolled.
ALL NEW LEVELS STUDENTS MUST ATTEND AN ORIENTATION CLASS.
Due to the rapid influx of new students, our Level 1 class has become crowded. Therefore, to continue to provide high quality classes, we need to begin scheduling and limiting when new students can start.
PUPPY SOCIALIZATION STUDENTS
Students that have gone through our Puppy Socialization class can start Levels classes at any time and DO NOT need to attend the Orientation class mentioned below.
NEW STUDENTS CAN START BASED ON ORIENTATION AVAILABILITY
To allow for class sizes to remain reasonable, we will admit 3 new students per week. Your first class will be a scheduled orientation for you and your dog. We encourage you to enroll early to reserve your spot in the next available orientation class. In order to book an Orientation class, students must first sign up for one of the Levels memberships. Continue reading for more details.
NEW STUDENT STARTING SCHEDULE
After enrolling in class, you must schedule your Orientation class in order to begin classes. Space is limited to 3 new students per orientation and will be held on Mondays from 6:30 - 7:30pm. After you attend your Orientation, you may begin attending any and all Level 1 sessions. Please call 419-351-5809 to schedule your Orientation.
SCHEDULE YOUR STARTING CLASS
After you sign up for class, please call us at 419-351-5809 to schedule your Orientation class, which will be held on a Mondays at 6:30pm. If you absolutely cannot make the above time slot, please call to make other arrangements. After you attend your Orientation class, you can begin attending the other Level 1 sessions.
How Levels Training Works
Levels Obedience Training classes are membership-based, where you enroll for a specific time period. During your enrollment period, you attend as many of our drop-in style classes as needed. Classes are separated into levels, with each level more advanced than the previous. You must meet specific criteria to advance to the next level. Levels classes provide incredible flexibility for dog owners! Check our schedule to see when each level has sessions offered.
MEMBERSHIP NOTE:
Your membership begins when you attend your first Level 1 class.
DROP-IN NOTE:
Classes are "Drop-In." This means that you can decide which classes to come to, based on the level you are in. "Drop-In" does not mean that you can come into class at any time during the class. You must arrive to class at or before the specified starting time. Late arrivals are subject to being turned away, due to the distraction that it causes to a class in progress. Thank you for your understanding.
Example of Levels Training Benefits
At first glance, many people feel the cost of levels classes is high. Let's do a quick analysis to see that your cost per class is actually quite low.
Levels Cost Per Session
A 2 month membership in levels classes has a minimum of 4 sessions a week that you can choose to attend. In 2 months you could choose to attend at least 32 classes. Membership is $310, so cost per session is $10.33. Additionally, you have incredible flexibility as to when you attend classes. You are not stuck coming to class on the same day and time each week. If you can't make one of the sessions, you won't be left behind.
Additional Levels Training Benefits
One big drawback of fixed-length classes is that the class advances at a fixed pace. That means, dogs that are having difficulty will feel like they are being left behind and dogs that are doing well feel like they are being held back.
Levels classes allow you to advance at your own pace. Dogs that need more time at beginning behaviors can take that time. Timid dogs will also require more time at the beginning levels. Dogs that catch on quickly, can move ahead when ready and not have to wait.
Description of each Level
There are specific requirements that need to be met at each level before the student can be graduated to the next level of training. Below is a description of each level and the requirements to graduate to the next level.
Orientation Class
The Orientation class familiarizes students with the class structure, rules, and teaches basic mechanics and impulse control games. The Orientation class is for People and their Dog. ALL NEW STUDENTS MUST ATTEND AN ORIENTATION CLASS AFTER SIGNING UP FOR LEVELS CLASS. Students that have gone through our Puppy Socialization class DO NOT need to attend the Orientation class.
Orientation Classes are held on the following days and times:
- Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 pm (First-time students only. Four dogs per class. Must be scheduled after signing up for Levels class.)
- Call 419-351-5809 to schedule your Orientation class.
Level 1
Teaches Impulse Control, Attention, Finish, beginning Leash Walking and Come. We also work on common problem behaviors.
Level 1 Classes are held on the following days and times:
- Sundays 12:00 - 1:00 pm
- Mondays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
- Thursdays 8:00 - 9:00 pm
- Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30 am
Level 2
Builds on Level 1 requirements with increased difficulty and teaches Sit / Stay, Come, Leash Walking.
Level 2 Classes are held on the following days and times:
- Sundays 1:30 - 2:30 pm
- Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
- Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Saturdays 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Level 3
Builds on Level 2 requirements with increased difficulty and teaches Down / Stay, Polite Greetings, Heel, Leave-It, and beginning AKC Canine Good Citizen items.
Level 3 Classes are held on the following days and times:
- Sundays 3:00 - 4:00 pm
- Tuesdays 8:00 - 9:00 pm
- Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
- Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30pm
Level 4
Builds on Level 3 requirements with increased difficulty and teaches Place, Leave-It, and all AKC Canine Good Citizen test items. CGC tests are given once a month.
Level 4 Classes are held on the following days and times:
- Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
- Saturdays 3:00 - 4:00pm
How to Enroll in Levels Training
Levels Training is offered in enrollment periods of 6 months, 4 months, and 2 months. Each Level is offered multiple times per week, so students can attend more than once a week. Students that purchase the 2 month or 4 month packages can choose to upgrade to a longer duration during their period. Prices for all enrollment packages are listed below.
Gold Package (Best Value!)
- 6 months of unlimited Levels Obedience Classes
- With regular attendance in class and practice at home, most owners can expect their dogs to be working well in level 3, and many dogs will be able to complete level 4 and take the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test.
Silver Package
- 4 months of unlimited Levels Obedience Classes
- With regular attendance in class and practice at home, most owners can expect their dogs to move to level 3 and possibly level 4 in some cases.
Bronze Package
- 2 months of unlimited Levels Obedience Classes
- With regular attendance in class and some practice at home, owners can expect their dogs to move to level 2 and possibly to level 3.
Membership Extensions are Available
- Once your membership expires, you are able to extend your membership, at a reduced rate.
- Consult with a Let's Train team member for details.
Classroom Etiquette
For the safety and respect of fellow students, please adhere to the following classroom etiquette:
- Classes start promptly at the assigned time, so please arrive early. Late arrivals might be turned away.
- Please wear secure footwear, such as, tennis shoes. Flip Flops are not appropriate when working with dogs.
- Please refrain from cell phone texting and calls during class. If you need to make an urgent call or text, please step into the lobby.
Thank you for adhering to our classroom etiquette!
Package extensions are available
RALLY OBEDIENCE
Class Descriptions
Rally is a fun and exciting team sport for dogs and their handlers! Dog and handler teams navigate a course at a brisk, continuous pace, with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform. Rally Obedience has five competition levels: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Excellent, and Masters.
Rally Novice
Learn how to complete the AKC Rally Novice level signs.
Class runs for six weekly sessions.
Your dog must have good leash walking skills, understand Sit, Down, and Stay, and be non-reactive towards other dogs in order to participate in class. If your dog is lacking basic training skills, you will be referred to our Levels Obedience Classes.
Rally Novice Class Start Dates
Rally Intermediate
Learn how to complete the AKC Rally Intermediate level signs. Class runs for six weekly sessions.
Your dog must have completed a Rally Novice class and be non-reactive towards other dogs in order to participate in class. If your dog is lacking basic training or Rally Novice skills, you will be referred to our Levels Obedience Classes or Rally Novice class.
Rally Intermediate Class Start Dates:
THERAPY DOG TRAINING
Class Description
Therapy dogs provide relief to those in anxiety-provoking situations, bring comfort to those who are grieving or lonely, and offer affection to humans who are in institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, and schools.
Therapy Dog Class will teach the handler/dog team all of the Therapy Dog test items and practice each test item to work towards passing the Therapy Dog Test. The course is 8 weeks long with testing including CGCA and CGCU and the Alliance of Therapy Dogs tests.
Prerequisites to attend class
- Dogs must be at least 1 year of age, or will turn 1 year old by the last class.
- Dogs must have a passing AKC Canine Good Citizen test on record. Dogs without a passing AKC CGC test can still join the class, subject to recommendation by two instructors.
- Dogs must pass a temperament assessment within 6 months prior to the start of class. Assessments will be given the week before the start of each 8-week course.
- Desired traits of a Therapy dog are that the dog is emotionally stable, cooperative, inquisitive, appropriately social for its breed, and biddable.
Class Details
All dog/handler teams interested in attending the class must go through the Therapy Dog Evaluation Temperament test class. The Evaluation class is held about a week before the start of each new session of Therapy Dog Training Class.
2023 Temperament Evaluation Dates &Times
Mon Jul 3rd 8:00 pm
Mon Sept 18th 8:00 pm
Mon Nov 27th 8:00 pm
Limit of eight dogs per class.
There is no charge for the Therapy Dog Evaluation Temperament Test
Call to schedule your Temperament Test class 419-351-5809
2023 Therapy Dog Class Start Dates & Times
Mon Apr 24th 8:00 pm
Mon Jul 10th 8:00 pm
Mon Sept 25th 8:00 pm
Mon Dec 4th 8:00 pm
Limit of six dogs per class.
Cost for the class is $200
Please call to schedule your temperament evaluation class 419-351-5809
SCENT WORK CLASS
Class Description
Scent Class mimics professional detection dog tasks by teaching your dog how to use their nose to sniff out a target odor, ignoring distractions, and alert the handler. This class will teach the fundamentals for more advanced scent work and AKC competition work.
Scent class is a great exercise to utilize a dog’s natural ability to search and seek, using their excellent noses. It is a very satisfying activity for both handler and dog, as dogs love doing it and handlers love seeing their dogs have so much fun doing it!
Novice and Advanced Classes are available
The course is made up of six 1-hour weekly classes.
Cost is $175 for 6 group sessions.
Beginner Scent Kit is included in the Novice class.
Prerequisites
Novice: Suitable dogs for the class must demonstrate impulse control around other dogs and be proficient in loose-leash walking, sit or down, come, and stay.
Advanced: Must have completed the Novice Scent Work Class.
2023 NOVICE Scent Work Class Start dates:
2023 ADVANCED Scent Work Class Start dates:
AKC TRICK DOG CLASS
AKC TRICK DOG Class Description
Do you and your dog love to be the life of the party by showing off his arsenal of tricks? Then our AKC Trick Dog class might be for you! Choose tricks from the AKC trick list, based on your current level, and we help guide you on teaching them. The official evaluation is given when you are ready, to see if your dog can earn his Trick Dog title. It is a great class to have fun and build your relationship with your pup!
The Trick Dog Class accommodates all trick levels!
Learn more about the AKC Trick Dog titles at the AKC website
AKC Trick Dog Class Details
The course is made up of six 1-hour classes.
Classes are drop-in style.
Six dogs per class, maximum. Please plan to arrive early as, after we reach capacity, you may be subject to being turned away.
Package expires 3 months after first use.
Cost is $175 for 6 group sessions.
Trick evaluations are done when you are ready. After you earn one title, you may immediately advance to the next!
Prerequisites
Suitable dogs for the class must demonstrate impulse control around other dogs and be proficient in basic manners.