Obedience Classes

Call 978-346-7266 for details.

Evening & Weekend classes are available.  Join our email list for news & updates.

Classes Require: 6' leash, flat buckle collar, bag of small bite sized soft treats, low comfortable shoes or sneakers. 

Vaccinations: Owner's must provide veterinary proof of Rabies & Distemper/Parvo (DHLP-PV) vaccinations for training classes.  

**Please note: Classes have limited spaces. All Classes are subject to first come, first serve policy. Advanced payment in full will secure your spot in class. 

 

Class Schedules 

Start Dates

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Clicker Class - Basic Manners for All Dogs: Age 14 weeks & up. Clicker training is the popular term for the training method based on what we know about how living organisms learn.  Research has shown that any creature—whether a dog, cat, dolphin, parrot, fish, horse, llama, or person—is more likely to learn and repeat actions that result in consequences it desires and enjoys. Clicker trainers provide consequences desired by their animal in exchange for actions or behaviors desired by their trainers. We call these consequences “rewards” and the process is called “reinforcement.” Clicker training is a positive-reinforcement-based system of training. Certified Instructor: Melanie Perrault from Melanie's Dog House- Londonderry, NH.

Sorry, no Clicker classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time.  

However, Classes are running at: 

  Melanie's Dog House  Londonderry, NH 

603-434-5234

 

 

Puppy Kindergarten: For pups 8 wks to 20 weeks.  

Puppy Kindergarten is a six week class that gives puppies an opportunity to learn basic skills.  Sit, Stay, Come, Off and to walk on a loose lead. Pups will learn how to interact appropriately with other dogs during play. 

 

Sorry, no classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time. 

However, Classes are running at: 

Pawsitive Steps K9

424 Harold L Dow Highway
Eliot, Maine 
ALSO LOCATED AT: 

20 High Road,
Newbury, MA 
 

207- 439-2384

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Sorry, no classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time. 

However, Classes are running at:  Fit-N-Trim Dog Sport Training in Rowley, MA.  

 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA  978- 948-2745

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Mighty Mites Puppy Socialization: For TOY BREED PUPS 9-16 weeks of age under 20 pounds. Basic techniques and allow puppies a chance to socialize with other people and animal's.  Puppies learn to play well with each other and to accept handling of their bodies, ears, faces and feet. Discuss chewing, biting, housetraining, crate training & work on basic manners. Instructor: Bonnie Buckley

Sorry, no classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time.

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However, Classes are running at: 

Pawsitive Steps K9

424 Harold L Dow Highway
Eliot, Maine 
ALSO LOCATED AT: 

20 High Road,
Newbury, MA 
 

207- 439-2384

*Check Schedule*

 

Fun Agility/Confidence Building - 6 week class. "Just for Fun Agility", A fun agility class for people who simply want a night of fun and exercise for their dog.  For dog's with advanced basic skills. 

 

Sorry, no classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time.

Join Waiting List

Download Enrollment Form 

 

However, Classes are running at:  Fit-N-Trim Dog Sport Training in Rowley, MA.  

 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA  978- 948-2745

*Check Schedule*

 

Show Handling Classes: 

Instruction to prepare you & your dog to compete in the Conformation ring. Covers ring procedures, gaiting patterns, appropriate leads and collars, stacking, baiting and handler presentation skills. 

 

Sorry, no classes are scheduled at Alternative Dog Daycare at his time

However, Classes are running at:  Fit-N-Trim Dog Sport Training in Rowley, MA.  

 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA  978- 948-2745

*Check Schedule*

 

There's a Baby on Board: Preparing Your Dog For Your New Baby!

A one day seminar that aims to assist in helping expectant parents better prepare in bringing their new baby home to their dog(s). This is a human-only seminar.

 

This class is exclusive only to:  

Pawsitive Steps K9

Becky (Randall) Pelletier 

424 Harold L Dow Highway
Eliot, Maine 
ALSO LOCATED AT: 

20 High Road,
Newbury, MA 
 

207- 439-2384  

*Check Schedule*

Private Instruction - Some folks prefer one-on-one lessons, or their dog is reactive to other pets and needs extra work. 

Please call Bonnie 978-346-7266 for additional Information on privates!

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Behavioral Consultations: We can offer you assistance with dog behavior issues and modifications. Please call 978-346-7266 with your concerns and we will follow up with you. 

 
~ Alternative Dog Daycare & Learning Center ~ 
57 Bear Hill Rd.
Merrimac, MA 01860
Phone: 978-346-7266
Toll Free: 877-DOG-PAWZ (364-7299)
Email: paws@alternativedog