Madison - Puppy and Basic Training

We have a variety of training options available to meet your needs, including in-person group and private sessions, drop-off day training and drop-off Puppy Play and Train classes.(scroll to bottom of this page to register). New Virtual Puppy Kindergarten and Virtual Basic dates just added, plus virtual private lessons and workshops.

Single-Session Special Virtual Training Workshops

Is your puppy learning good habits? Does your dog always make good decisions? Would you like to check in with a trainer to make sure that you are on the right track? Maybe even have the whole family listen and learn? We want to make it easy for you!

We are offering 30 minute virtual group sessions via Zoom at the special price of $20 Per session!!!

Half price $20.00!! (regular price is $40). Space is limited so register early. Topics covered:

Go Potty! Housetraining 101

Stop Biting Me!! - Learn how to stop your puppy of the nipping and mouthing

Single-Session In-person Workshops:

Puppy Socials/Learn about Puppy Play

This 1 hour social session will help you understand and learn your puppy’s play style and body language while interacting in a socially controlled environment with other puppies. The class will have intermittent play sessions with time to ask the trainer questions. You attend the class with your puppy. This class is a supplemental class and meant to be taken along with puppy kindergarten or can be taken while you wait for your puppy class to begin. Fee $30.00

Puppy Kindergarten

This 6-week course is the best possible way to get your puppy started on the right track. Work on socialization skills while spending some quality bonding time with your puppy in a safe environment while you and your puppy learn how to communicate with each other. Our professional trainers will show you how to teach your newest family member the important basics such as sit, down, come, and loose leash walking as well as give you tips on housetraining, household manners, puppy mouthing and more! Class is limited to 6 puppies between the ages of 8 to 18 weeks(18 weeks = 4 1/2 months) when the course begin. If your dog is over 18 weeks/4 1/2 months you need to register for a Basic training class). All puppies must have their age appropriate vaccinations (distemper, and parvo) to participate in class. Classes will meet for 1 hour each week for 6 weeks. Cost $199.

The first week of class is an orientation. We ask that you not bring your dog to the orientation so the instructor can have your undivided attention as they go over what you can expect from the class. PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST CLASS.

PLEASE NOTE: AGE appropriate vaccinations required. (if your dog is a puppy under 5 months and had not received it rabies vaccination it fine) Distemper and Parvo is required at any age. We know your puppy gets a series of three rounds of these vaccines. Include your most current vaccination date.

For weather or scheduled class cancellations: https://www.sthuberts.org/training-school-weather/

NOTE: New Social distancing protocols will be implemented -Covid-19 Protocols: Face masks are required. Masks are to be worn by all, at all times, Please NOTE: NO MASK/NO CLASS Social Distancing 6 feet from/between trainer and other students Hand and/or spray sanitizer is available

· Only one person per dog--- no guests---no children --- no exceptions

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Virtual Puppy Kindergarten

Train from the convenience and comfort of your home. Have the entire family participate. This Virtual 6-week group course will get your puppy started on the right track. Work on socialization skills during a social distancing time. You and your puppy will learn how to communicate with each other, spending quality bonding time in a safe environment. Our professional trainers will show you how to teach your newest family member the important basics such as sit, down, come, and loose leash walking. Learn the most effective methods for housetraining, teaching manners, stopping puppy biting, and more! Class is limited to 6 puppies between the ages of 8 to 18 weeks(18 weeks = 4 1/2 months) when the course begins. The first class is an orientation without your puppy. Cost $199.00

Basic Training Part 1

This is part 1 of a two part basic training course. In this class, you and your dog will build a solid foundation of behavioral skills. Because this is a group class, your dog will become better able to work around distractions. With our coaching, you will become better at communicating with your dog effectively. The skills taught are: sit, down, stay, here, wait, leave-it, and drop-it (release an object). Basic Training Part 1 is for all dogs; it’s for the total beginner or for dogs who have already had some training. Classes will meet for 1 hour each week for 6 weeks. Cost $199. *We recommend that you register for Basic Part 2 as soon as you register for Basic Part 1 so you will be ensured a seat in the second half of your course.

This 6-week course is limited to 6 dogs that are 5 months or older or a has completed Puppy Kindergarten class.

For weather or scheduled class cancellations: https://www.sthuberts.org/training-school-weather/

NOTE:NOTE: New Social distancing protocols will be implemented -Covid-19 Protocols: Face masks are required. Masks are to be worn by all, at all times, Please NOTE: NO MASK/NO CLASS Social Distancing 6 feet from/between trainer and other students Hand and/or spray sanitizer is available

· Only one person per dog--- no guests---no children --- no exceptions

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Virtual Basic Part 1 Training

Train from the convenience and comfort of your home. Have the entire family participate. This Virtual 6-week group course This is part 1 of a two part basic training course. In this class, you and your dog will build a solid foundation of behavioral skills. With our coaching, you will become better at communicating with your dog effectively. The skills taught are: sit, down, stay, here, wait, leave-it, and drop-it (release an object). Basic Training Part 1 is for all dogs; it’s for the total beginner or for dogs who have already had some training. Classes will meet for 1 hour each week for 6 weeks. Cost $199.

This 6-week course is limited to 6 dogs that are 5 months or older when the course begins.

The first week of class is an orientation without your dog. Cost $199.00

Virtual BAsic Part 1

Basic Training Part 2

This class the second half of the Basic Training course. There is no orientation, so you will bring your dog to the first class. This 6-week course will cover important skills that will help your dog become reliable even when distractions are present. Work on behaviors such as: stay until released, stop pulling on leash, come immediately when called, stop instantly on command, and more. Cost $199.00 *This is part two of a two-part basic training course.

PREREQUISITE: YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED BASIC PART 1.

NOTE: New Social distancing protocols will be implemented -Covid-19 Protocols: Face masks are required. Masks are to be worn by all, at all times, Please NOTE: NO MASK/NO CLASS Social Distancing of 6 feet must be maintained from/between trainer and other students Hand and/or spray sanitizer is available.

· Only one person per dog--- no guests---no children --- no exceptions

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Drop off Puppy Play and Train
THIS CLASS IS OPEN FOR PUPPIES AGES 8 WEEK TO 18 WEEKS OLD.

Fill in your puppy’s socialization and training gaps by enrolling in our PUPPIES ONLY Training sessions.

Your puppy is already familiar with your home, family, and inner circle.

While enforcing good social behaviors and manners . your puppy will receive valuable SOCIALIZATION by being exposed to unfamiliar people, places, and things in a safe and nurturing environment.

NOTE: YOUR PUPPY MUST BE ABLE TO BE CRATED.

PLEASE NOTE: AGE appropriate vaccinations required. (if your dog is a puppy under 5 months and had not received it rabies vaccination it fine to omit) Distemper and Parvo is required at any age. We know your puppy gets a series of three rounds of these vaccines. Include your most current vaccination date.

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Drop Off Day Training

THIS CLASS IS OPEN FOR DOGS STARTING FROM AGES 12 WEEKS AND OLDER

This group program will give your dog the unique opportunity to be trained hands-on by one of our expert St. Hubert’s instructors. Day training is a fantastic supplement to your at-home practice. Basic skills and puppy socialization will be reinforced, and when you pick up your puppy he will have practiced and played the day away.

NOTE: YOUR DOG MUST BE ABLE TO BE CRATED.

Classes are held at various drop off and pick up times 9:00am to 12:00pm , 12:30pm to 3:30pm & 10:00am to 1:00pm Please read your drop off time carefully.

Send your dog with a bowl and his favorite training treats cost is $85.00 for 3 hour session.

* THIS CLASS IS NOT FOR AGGRESSION, resource guarding, FEAR OR ANXIETY ISSUES. YOU WOULD NEED SCHEDULE PRIVATE TO WORK ON THESE BEHAVIORS EMAIL training@sthuberts.org ***

Space is limited so register right away. We expect demand to be high. *This class is not eligible for anyone using existing class credits*

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