Specialty
Our extensive team of trainers allows us to offer a wide variety of classes to fit every dog and human team’s wants and needs. We understand that not every person or dog is interested in the same classes. Check out some of our specialty classes below.
SO MANY DIFFERENT CLASSES
“Sophie and I have been going to the Dogs’ Spot for several years now. We use to do a lot of agility classes but now that she is 11 we are incorporating Fit Paws Canine Conditioning to keep her active, flexible and agile. The Dogs’ Spot is not only a wonderful place for Sophie and I to keep our bond strong but the people there become like family. They offer so many different classes and are so knowledgeable.”
General Interest Classes:
Cooperative Canine Care
Monday, March 30 at 8:00 pm with KJ Thies
Cost: $179
Cooperative care is teaching an animal to not just tolerate doing those things we need to do to keep them clean and healthy, but to cooperate with the process. This has been done in zoos and aquariums for years and is now finding its way into our homes. In this four- week class, we will cover acclimating your dog to things we need to do at home like give ear drops, eye drops, brush their teeth, clip their nails, lay on their side calmly, let us know when they're ready, and more.
Amaze your vet staff when your dog is the most cooperative ever and becomes so comfortable being handled.
“This is an amazing class. We learned so much! Amaze your vet staff when your dog is the most cooperative ever and becomes so comfortable being handled.”
Excellent Engagement
Monday, April 27, at 6:15 with KJ Thies
Cost: $179
Does your dog give you their rapt attention? Attention is the foundation of everything we ask of our dogs. Without it, the rest will likely fall apart. If you'd like your dog to voluntarily engage with you especially in distracting situations, this is the class for you! We will share engagement games that are EASY to remember and to do and are a saving grace in a busy world.
“My dog Nyx just finished the Excellent Engagement course with KJ. If you want to get the most out of all of your current and future training efforts, TAKE EXCELLENT ENGAGEMENT! Nyx and I graduated the class much more connected. Her focus in situations across the board is much improved. I now have the tools to help her navigate new environments and gain confidence. This class is a game changer for strengthening your bond with your pup and providing a strong foundation for future learning. Our communication has never been better. Cannot recommend it highly enough. Just do it.”
Golden Hour
Saturday, May 9th at 12:00 pm with LeAnn Hiserote and Grace Slater-Pinnick
Cost: $179
This four week class is for senior dogs that have reached their "golden years". In this class we will have a mix of physical and mental activities to prove old dogs CAN learn new tricks.
The focus will be on enriching your senior's life at whatever physical level they are, as well as playing games that make them think.
This is a great class to get those seniors out of the house and get them moving, thinking, and most of all having fun!
PupourRi
Monday, February 2 at 6:30 pm with KJ Thies
Cost: $179
You've taken a basic training class and now you're wondering what you and your dog would like to do next. Join us for Puppouri for a tour of four popular dog activities. Each week a different activity will be introduced suitable for dogs of all ages, including puppies with developing bodies and brains. Classes include Agility, Scentwork, Canine Good Citizen, and Tricks. As an added bonus, it's possible to earn a Novice Trick Title by fully participating in the class.
Control Unleashed®: Calm Foundations
TBD
Cost: $259
In the Control Unleashed®: Calm Foundations class, lay the necessary foundations for helping your dog learn to turn high energy into quiet calm, stress to confidence, and distraction to focus. The versatility of Leslie McDevitt's Control Unleashed® program is designed to help dogs learn how to process, focus, and work reliably in stimulating or stressful situations.
Sports, Activities, and Titling Opportunities
Listed alphabetically
AKC Tricks, STAR Puppy, and CGC Evaluation
This is a drop in practice/evaluation for your choice of AKC Novice, Intermediate, or Advanced Trick Titles, AKC STAR Puppy, or AKC CGC Test.
For Trick Titles, we will have some props available but recommend contacting us or bringing your own, especially for Intermediate and Advanced titles. If you are interested in conducting a CGC Evaluation, please contact us ahead of time to ensure we have enough people available for Test Item 5: Walking Through A Crowd.
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN® PREP
Monday, February 2 at 8:00 p.m. with KJ Thies
Cost: $259
In this six week class, we will focus on the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) requirements. This program is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. It is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the subsequent 10-step CGC evaluation may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.
Flyball Skills Class
Sunday, March 29 at 4:30 pm with the Ready Set Riot! Flyball Club
Cost $80
Flyball is drag racing for dogs!
Flyball is a fast-paced relay race for all dogs, whether mixed or purebred. In this beginner class, you and your dog will be introduced to Flyball fundamentals for fun and safety.
The 51-foot-long course consists of a starting line, four jumps spaced ten feet apart, and a flyball box. The dog takes the jumps, triggers the box, catches the ball and returns back over the four jumps. We take all the necessary steps to teach you how to teach your dog the safest way to play Flyball. All skill levels are welcome!
k9 CONDITIONING
TBD
Cost: $179
K9 Conditioning class is a fun way to improve a healthy dog's strength, endurance, balance, flexibility, and confidence. Whether your dog participates in performance sports, accompanies you on neighborhood runs, plays with you in the backyard, or is perhaps more sedentary or even a senior dog, this class is for you!
Parkour Foundations
Saturday, March 28 at 2:30 pm with Lisa Rickards
Cost: $259
Parkour is a fast-growing dog sport for all types of dogs! Also called "urban agility," dog parkour involves teaching your dog to interact with the physical environment safely. In this Foundations class, you and your dog will be introduced to skills which form the foundation of Parkour and are useful in other sports and everyday life to improve your dog's confidence on new surfaces, balance, proprioception, and to help you find fun in your everyday interactions. Parkour Foundations class is best suited for puppies and those without much training or dog sport experience under their belts.
Parkour Regular level
Saturday, March 28 at 4:00 pm with Lisa Rickards
Cost: $259
Parkour is a fast-growing dog sport for all types of dogs! Also called "urban agility," dog parkour involves teaching your dog to interact with the physical environment safely. This class will focus on the skills needed to earn Regular Level titles for "All Dogs Parkour." Whether you want to work toward titles or just add some extra fun to your daily walks, this engaging class is for you. In this class, you will learn about safe spotting and supporting of your dog, etiquette for when doing parkour, and the skills it takes to get your first parkour titles. This Parkour Regular Level class is best suited for adult dogs and those with some or dog sport experience under their belts.
Rally Fundamentals
TBD
This class is designed for the beginner Novice Rally handler to help you and your dog in executing these behaviors on a Rally course. The structure of the class will emphasize training the behaviors associated to the Rally Novice signs in conjunction with Rally course walk throughs.
Whether you want to compete in Rally or simply want to build a better bond with your dog, this is a great place to start your journey.
Treibball Beginning
Wednesday January 7 at 8:00 pm with Terri Sershen
Cost: $179
Treibball is a sport that requires your dog to work away from you, follow direction to a ball, center to a specific ball, wait and then push the selected ball to you while you wait at a goal.
At the end of this four week class, your dog should demonstrate and understanding of the directional cues, following a Herding stick, Centering on a ball with some duration, backing and focusing on the handler. Some push behavior will be taught.
Treibball intermediate
Wednesday February 4 at 8:00 pm with Terri Sershen and Grace Slater-Pinnick
Cost: $179
Add to your and your dog’s Treibball skills in this continuation class. Treibball is a sport that requires your dog to work away from you, follow direction to a ball, center to a specific ball, wait and then push the selected ball to you while you wait at a goal.
Treibball Skills Certification Prep
Wednesday, March 11 at 8:00 pm with Terri Sershen
Cost: $179
The National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts has a Skills Certification program that incorporates all of the skills that you will learn in the Treibball Beginning and Treibball Intermediate classes. The NATE Skills Certification program is a great way to start to work towards your Treibball Goals, and test your readiness as you prepare for competition. Even if you are not interested in the Skills Certification this course will aide in your continuing education with your dog in Treibball. You can learn more about the National Association of Treibball Enthusiasts here: https://www.nationaltreibball.com/ and about the Skills Certification Program here: https://www.nationaltreibball.com/Skills-Certification-Program
Trick Dog - Novice
Monday, March 30, at 6:30 p.m. with KJ Thies
Cost: $179
Teaching your dog tricks is a great way to spend time together, build relationship, and provide fun mental exercise all at the same time. In this four-week class we'll teach you how to train your dog to do tricks from the AKC's Novice Trick Title list. Students will have an opportunity to earn their AKC Novice Trick Title during the class, but it is not required.
Trick Dog - Intermediate
TBD
Cost: $179
Extend your dog’s knowledge and your skills while building confidence, improving your relationship, and gaining some bragging rights! In this four-week class we'll teach you how to train your dog to do tricks from the AKC's Intermediate Trick Title list. Students will have an opportunity to earn their AKC Intermediate Trick Title during the class, but it is not required.
Caring canine therapy dog
TBD
Cost: $259
Caring Canine Therapy Dog Class introduces you and your dog to the rewards of therapy dog work. Therapy dogs are trained to provide affection and comfort in settings such as hospitals, schools, assisted living facilities, and the like, to relieve stress and anxiety and bring happiness to all they encounter.
