Dog Training - Foothills Animal Shelter

Get ready to unleash the potential of your dog with Calvert Dog Training!

at Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre St., Golden, CO 80401

Foothills Animal Shelter is pleased to partner with Calvert Dog Training to offer Group Training Classes in the Foothills Community Room! Each class is limited to six dogs. Whether your pooch is a playful pup or a seasoned companion, Calvert Dog Training’s expert trainers will help them become the best four-legged friends they can be!

Where: Foothills Animal Shelter Community Room

When: Classes are offered monthly, in multi-week packages

AVAILABLE DOG TRAINING CLASSES

Why Choose Calvert Dog Training Group Dog Training Classes?

Positive Reinforcement Approach: Calvert Dog Training believes in nurturing your dog’s skills through positive reinforcement techniques, ensuring a happy and fulfilling learning experience for both you and your pet.
Certified Trainers: Calvert Dog Training’s team consists of certified professionals dedicated to providing top-notch training tailored to your dog’s unique needs.
Comprehensive Curriculum: From basic obedience to advanced skills, these classes cover everything your dog needs to excel as a well-behaved and sociable companion.
Fun and Engaging Environment: Join a community of like-minded pet lovers and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow dog enthusiasts while watching your dog thrive.

Available classes

ANTI-JUMP CLASS

sit-stay or down stay
anti-jump techniques

PUPPY CLASS

appropriate puppy play
sit in front and sit at side
give, take, exchange a toy
leave it (level 1)
loose leash walking (level 1)
wait to be fed
coming when called (level 1)
handling (feet, ears, mouth, etc)
go to place

BEGINNER DOG CLASS

car manners
gate & door manners
leave it (level 2)
loose leash walking and greeting a person
wait to be fed (level 2)
coming when called (level 2)
emergency stop
handling (feet, ears, mouth, etc)
stay or settle
being alone

INTERMEDIATE DOG CLASS

gate & door manners (level 3 with distractions)
leave it (level 3 with distractions)
loose leash walking amid distractions
wait to be fed (level 3)
come when called (level 3)
emergency stop (level 3)
handling (feet, ears, mouth, etc)
stay or settle (level 3 amid distractions)
being alone

Prerequisite knowledge requirements include basic obedience commands in an easy setting for your dog, like your living room (minimal to no distractions.) We’d like for your dog to know most of these.

ADVANCED DOG CLASS

gate & door manners (level 4 high distractions)
loose leash walking with high distractions
recall past a crowd (level 4)
emergency stop with high distractions (level 4)
special topics as requested

Prerequisite knowledge requirements include most basic obedience commands in a moderate setting for your dog, like a minimally busy cafe or your home when there are friendly guests who are known to your dog.