Overview
Our Beginner Obedience course lays the groundwork for a well-behaved and confident companion. Using positive reinforcement and clear communication, we’ll introduce your dog to basic commands, leash etiquette, and structured socialization in a supportive environment. This class is perfect for dogs transitioning out of Puppy Preschool, recently adopted pups, or any canine who needs a solid start in training.
What to Expect
Upcoming Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
No. We can advise you on how to housebreak your dog, but housebreaking training does not transfer. In other words, if we teach your dog not to urinate/defecate in our facility, that’s what it learns – not to urinate/defecate in our facility. It has not learned not to do those things at your house.
Yes. For more information, see the Day Training tab at the top of the page or give us a call at 479.444.0300.
No. There are many different types of service dogs who provide many types of services. But that is not a “service” we offer here at The Canine Connection.
Yes we can! We have three AKC-certified CGC evaluators on staff.
A very wise therapy dog evaluator once told us, “If someone ever tries to charge you for ‘therapy dog classes’, run! Because the training for a therapy dog is obedience training!” And, yes, we do obedience training…LOTS of obedience training. Assuming your dog has the right temperament to become a therapy dog, we can absolutely help you achieve that goal.
Most dogs who have not attended a group class environment before may struggle keeping up in classes past Beginner Obedience. We can do a proficiency test to see where you are your dog are before signing up. But we do highly recommend going through Beginner Obedience first to ensure you and your dog are successful in meeting your training goals.
- Collar or training collar (we can help fit or suggest a training collar)- NO HARNESSES
- 6′ Leash- preferably leather or something easy/comfortable to hold. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES!
- Treat Pouch and Clicker (included in your class)
- Soft treats
- FIRST WEEK
- A current copy of Vaccination Records (Rabies, Distemper/Parvo Combo, Bordetella, Canine Influenza)
- Collar or Training Collar if you already have one
- 6 ft leash
- Clicker and Treat Pouch (provided by TCC)
- Soft, small sized treats. Nothing crunchy
We will assess each dog in the first class to see what other training equipment may be best for you and your dog. Our instructor may suggest something different, but we understand that it is your dog and you make the overall decision on what you want to use for your dog.
All of these items are available for purchase at The Canine Connection at very reasonable prices.
There is no “too old”. We have started dogs as old as 13. Dogs love to learn, no matter their age.
- Puppy Preschool – 8 weeks
- Beginner Obedience – 6 months (5 months if your puppy has completed our Puppy Preschool Class)
- Beginner Agility – 1 year
