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SPCA MAIN CONTACT: 919-772-2326 200 Petfinder Lane Raleigh, NC 27603 More contact info >

Dog Training Classes: Building Bonds Between People and Pets The SPCA offers dog training classes to the general public for dogs ages 12 weeks and older. These dynamic classes are an excellent way to strengthen the bond with a pet while teaching them valuable manners and skills. In addition to learning obedience commands, common behavior issues are discussed. All classes take place at the Carolina Pines Dog Park next to the Carolina Pines Community Center at 2305 Lake Wheeler Road. Classes meet for 6-8 weeks depending on the course. Due to limited enrollment, registration is required prior to the first class. Participants can enroll online by clicking on the date of the class below or by visiting the Events calendar. Please call 772-2326 with any questions.

Dog Training Classes: Puppy Preschool Adult Basic Obedience AKC Canine Good Citizen (AKC-CGC)
Puppy Preschool This 6-week course focuses on socialization of your puppy and addresses puppy behavioral issues. Topics discussed include crate training, mouthing, chewing, jumping, digging, and barking. Basic obedience commands are included. Participants will work on the commands Easy Walk, Come, Sit, Stay, and Down. Each dog must have its own handler. Ticket price is per dog and is for the entire six week course. Prerequisites: none Dog age requirements: 12 weeks to 6 months. Proof of vaccination history. Class duration: This class meets for 6 weeks. Class fee: $85.00 for entire 6-week series Class start dates:       Saturday, April 12, 11:00am-12:00pm      Wednesday, April 16, 6:00-7:00pm      Wednesday, June 4, 6:00-7:00pm      Saturday, July 12, 11:00am-12:00pm      Wednesday, July 30, 6:00-7:00pm      Wednesday, September 10, 6:00-7:00pm      Saturday, September 13, 11:00am-12:00pm Adult Basic Obedience This 8-week course focuses on understanding the principles of communication between humans and dogs. Participants will learn the seven basic AKC obedience commands: Attention, Sit, Sit/Stay, Walk on a loose leash, Come, Down, and Down/Stay. Adult dog behavior issues such as digging, barking, jumping, and anxiety will be discussed. Each dog must have its own handler. Ticket price is per dog and is for the entire eight week course. Prerequisites: none Dog age requirements: 6 months or older. Proof of vaccination history. Class duration: This class meets for 8 weeks. Class fee: $100.00 for entire 8-week series Class start dates:       Saturday, April 12, 12:30-1:30pm      Monday, April 14, 6:00-7:00pm      Monday, June 30, 6:00-7:00pm      Saturday, July 12, 12:30-1:30pm      Monday, September 8, 6:00-7:00pm      Saturday, September 13, 12:30-1:30pm AKC Canine Good Citizen (AKC-CGC) This 8-week course polishes the skills learned in the Adult Basic Obedience class. Upon successful completion of the AKC-CGC evaluation, the handler and dog will receive the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certificate. This course is a preparatory course for Therapy Dog registration with the Delta Society-Pet Partners program. The final class of this course involves the AKC-CGC evaluation. Each dog must have its own handler. Ticket price is per dog and is for the entire eight week course. Prerequisites: Adult Basic Obedience class. Proof of vaccination history. Class duration: This class meets for 8 weeks. Class fee: $110.00 for entire 8-week series (includes AKC-CGC certificate) Class start dates:       Saturday, April 12, 2:00-3:00pm      Saturday, July 12, 2:00-3:00pm      Saturday, September 13, 2:00-3:00pm