Group Classes

Group Classes are offered for Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience,  Intermediate/Advanced Obedience, and Fun & Games Obedience. Classes average 6 dogs per session and are held in Carrollton, Georgia with Certified Dog Trainer & Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer, Laura Clawson.

Puppy Kindergarten - This fun-filled class focuses on proper socialization and covers crate training, house training, bite inhibition, chewing, good house manners, and an introduction to basic obedience. For puppies age 8 - 16 weeks (current vaccinations required).

Next classes begin

Saturday, January 28th at 9am (In Progress)

Puppy Kindergarten class is held in a safe, controlled, and private location for your puppy: Mountain Creek Subdivision - Clarion Drive, Carrollton

Call Laura now at 770-871-8656 to reserve your spot at an upcoming class!

Puppy Kindergarten Classes are offered as 6 week courses and are $100.

Congratulations to the July 25, 2011 Puppy Kindergarten class graduates!

Basic Obedience - General problem solving and basic obedience will be covered: Problem barking, digging, chewing, sit, down, focus, sit/down stay, come, loose-leash walking, and leave it. For dogs age 16 weeks and up.

Next classes begin: 

Monday, January 9th at 6:15pm (In Progress - Registration Closed) - Pet Supplies "Plus," Carrollton

Monday, January 30th at 7:30pm (In Progress) - Pet Supplies "Plus", Carrollton

Tuesday, March 13th at 6:30pm (New Date - Enroll Today!) - Pet Supplies "Plus," Carrollton

Please call Laura for additional information at 770-871-8656.

Location:
Pet Supplies "Plus", Carrollton

Call Laura now at 770-871-8656 to reserve your spot!


Congratulations to the November 22, 2011 Basic Obedience class graduates!

Intermediate/Advanced Obedience - A review of basic obedience cues will be covered with increased distractions and games to keep the interactions stimulating for you and your dog. For dogs age 16 weeks and up. 

Pre-requisite: Basic Obedience or proof of equivalent (requires Trainer approval)

Next classes begin: TBD

Congratulations to the September 29, 2011 Intermediate/Advanced Obedience class graduates!

Location: Pet Supplies "Plus", Carrollton

The Basic & Intermediate/Advanced Obedience Group Classes are offered as 6 week courses and are $100. 

Fun & Games Obedience

Fun & Games Obedience is designed to enhance the human-dog relationship by building confidence and improving your dog's problem solving skills.  We will work to increase your knowledge of how dogs learn and fine tune obedience commands using obstacles and games.  We will also incorporate the skills necessary for the new Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) evaluations. This is an 8 week course and the first week is for humans only.

For more information on the C.L.A.S.S program, visit www.mydoghasclass.com.

Pre-requisite: Basic Obedience or proof of equivalent (requires Trainer approval)

Level 1 Next classes (B.A. level for Canine Life and Social Skills) begin:  Thursday, March 15th at 6:30pm (New Date/Time - ENROLL TODAY!)

Cost:  $159 per dog/human pair and includes the cost of the evaluation, given on week 8

Level 2 Next classes begin:
TBD

Congratulations to the June 9, 2011  Fun & Games Obedience class graduates!

NEW! Nosework for Fun -

The class is designed to use your dogs natural scenting ability to "hunt." We'll combine your dog's favorite activities - sniffing, play, food, and exercise.  No prior obedience work required!

6 week Introduction to Nosework for Fun Level 1 to be held beginning:  Tuesday, January 17th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm (In Progress)

6 week Introduction to Nosework for Fun Level 1 to be held beginning:  Monday, March 12th from 6:30pm - 8pm (NEW DATE - Enroll Today!)

6 week Introduction to Nosework for Fun Level 2 to be held: TBD

The Introduction to Nosework Level 1 classes are held at Pet Supplies "Plus," Carrollton

Cost for the 6 week course:  $149 

NEW!  Nosework for Fun Practice Session:  Wednesday, February 1st from 6:30pm - 8pm.

90 minutes of practice, limited to 5 dog/handler participants.  Must have completed Intro to Nosework for Fun & Nosework for Fun Level 2 workshops. Cost $29. 

You and your dog will have a GREAT time in this obedience free activity.

To register for this incredible workshop, contact Laura for your registration form and additional instruction at 770-871-8656 or via email at 770-871-8656.

What should you bring to class?

- Flat collar or Gentle Leader Easy Walk Harness or for very strong pullers: a head collar, such as a Halti or Gentle Leader (no pinch or slip collars)

- 6 foot nylon or leather leash

- Irresistable dog treats cut into very small pieces for training

- Current vaccination records (first class only)

Registration & Payment

Call Laura Clawson at 770-871-8656 for more information and to confirm space availability for your desired class.  You may also email your registration request to laura.clawson@unleashthepawsitive.com.

Once you have reserved your spot via phone or email, please download and print a Registration Form by clicking hereCompleted registration forms may be scanned and emailed to laura.clawson@unleashthepawsitive.com or brought to the first class session.

Full payment must be made before the start of the first class session by cash, check, credit card, or money order.   Group training must be pre-paid, is non-transferable, and non-refundable.

A returned check fee of $25 will be charged and added to the amount due for each returned check.

If you are using a coupon or discount certificate, please notify Laura upon registration.  Only one coupon or discount certificate may be used per class or private session registration.  Coupons and discounts are valid on cash, check, and money order purchases only.  Coupons and discounts are not valid on credit card purchases.

Before making payment via credit card, please confirm your registration with Laura Clawson at 770-871-8656.

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