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. 

Mail or drop off your form to the Center with full payment or pay on-line through paypal.com

Class Schedules 

Start Dates

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 classes are scheduled at this time. 

7 weeks 

Cost $175.00 

Please leave your pooch home for the first class! 

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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 this time. 

4 weeks 

Cost $90.00 

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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. 

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

Please call 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