Hope Lock Kennels

Obedience Training

From the moment you bring your little bundle of fur home, you begin to lay the groundwork for the companion who will share your life for a number of years.  Investing time in the training of your puppy will help ensure you have a well-mannered pet who will be a pleasure to have as part of your family.

We apply a common sense approach to teaching pet owners how to instill good manners in their dogs.  All dogs should experience some level of formal obedience training simply to expose them to new sights, sounds and smells.  Teaching a dog to be obedient alone in one’s home is certainly a step in the right direction; however, teaching a pet to be well mannered around other people, dogs and various distractions will result in a pet you can be confident to take into any situation you may encounter in daily life.  This confidence will allow you to enjoy your canine’s companionship as you include him or her in your family’s activities.

Classes are offered for dogs 4 months or older at three levels:

Individualized attention is available as needed during the classes, and private lessons may be scheduled for specific problem solving.  Classes are taught in 6 week sessions with 45 minute classes held once per week.