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Abandoned and Neglected Pets need your help.

Someone is waiting for you!

Help prepare a needy pet for a forever home. Become a foster parent.

It saves lives!

Millions of cats and dogs are euthanized each year because there are not enough homes for them all. You can be an important part of the solution and help your pet live a happier, healthier, and longer life. Learn more about DHA's low-cost spay/neuter services.

Dog Obedience Training

Imagine a happy, well-trained dog lying quietly at your feet while you relax at home...or running happily back to you at the dog park when you call. Whatever your goal is for you and your fuzzy friend, dog training classes can help your faithful companion live up to his full potential as man's best friend! Using gentle training methods based in science and learning theory, you can get help with teaching your canine basic manners or assist in resolving behavior problems.

Basic dog obedience training classes are sponsored by Delaware Humane Association in partnership with Playtime Doggie Daycare, and are taught by a certified professional dog trainer from Positive Results Dog Training in group training format. All classes are taught using "positive reinforcement" techniques and gentle training methods, so training is fun and stress-free for you and your dog. Classes are limited in size to maximize your dog's learning experience and to allow the trainer to provide personalized instruction.

Training Classes

Puppy Kindergarten

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A six week course for puppies from three to six months of age. Course material includes a puppy parenting lecture, followed by five weeks of hands-on instruction in basic manners training (including sit, down, stay, coming when called, and more!), as well as advice on avoiding the common pitfalls of puppyhood.

Discount pricing is available for puppies who were adopted from DHA and current daycare clients of Playtime Doggie Daycare.

Puppy Kindergarten

There are no sessions currently scheduled for this class. Please check back later or contact the instructor to find out about upcoming sessions.

Adolescent & Adult Basic Manners

Photo: Karen McMillan/Fido Photography

A six week basic manners course that covers the foundation skills also taught in our puppy class, but with an emphasis on teaching the adolescent or adult dog. This is an ideal class for owners of newly adopted dogs, as well as owners seeking better attention and control using positive, dog-friendly training methods.

Discount pricing is available for puppies who were adopted from DHA and current daycare clients of Playtime Doggie Daycare.

Adolescent & Adult Basic Manners

There are no sessions currently scheduled for this class. Please check back later or contact the instructor to find out about upcoming sessions.

Basic Manners, All Ages

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A six week course of basic manners welcomes dogs of all ages, including puppies over four months of age as well as adolescent and adult dogs. This course follows the adult curriculum, and the combined format allows us to offer a choice of sessions for busy families with tight schedules.

Discount pricing is available for puppies who were adopted from DHA and current daycare clients of Playtime Doggie Daycare.

Basic Manners, All Ages (Session 29)

When: Wednesdays @ 7:15 pm
Session Dates: September 29 – November 3, 2010
Make-up Date (if needed): TBA
Location: Playtime Doggie Daycare
Course Fee: $120.00
Discounted Price: $100.00

SuperDogs–Beyond Basics!

Photo: Karen McMillan/Fido Photography

An exciting eight week intermediate class for dogs of all ages who have already completed a basic obedience class. In this course, dog and handler will work to hone current skills in the face of distance and distraction, as well as learn tons of new skills.

Discount pricing is available for dogs or puppies who were adopted from DHA, current daycare clients of Playtime Doggie Daycare, and graduates of a Positive Results basic level training class.

SuperDogs–Beyond Basics!

There are no sessions currently scheduled for this class. Please check back later or contact the instructor to find out about upcoming sessions.

Introduction to Dog Sports

Photo: Karen McMillan/Fido Photography

An eight week intermediate class for dogs who have completed at least one level of basic manners training whose owners are interested in trying out dog sports such as Rally-O, agility, competitive obedience or companion dog sports programs. This course will build on skills taught in Basic Manners. Participating dogs should be social with people and other dogs, and have solid foundation skills, including attention to the handler, sit, down, stay, and recall with mild distractions.

Introduction to Dog Sports (Session 30)

When: Thursdays @ 7:15 pm
Session Dates: September 30 – November 18, 2010
Make-up Date (if needed): TBA
Location: Playtime Doggie Daycare
Course Fee: $150.00
Discounted Price: n/a

Location

Unless otherwise specified, classes are held indoors at Playtime Doggie Daycare:

62 Albe Drive, Suite E
Newark, DE 19702 [map]
(302) 368-3100

Have Questions?

If you have questions about the training classes, would like additional information, or want to find out about private or custom training services, please visit Positive Results Dog Training or contact:

Nancy S. Fitzgerald, CPDT-KA, PMCT
Certified Professional Dog Trainer & Pat Miller Certified Trainer
(302) 761-9125
nfitzgerald@positiveresultsdogtraining.com.