Salina

Group Classes

Group classes teach you how to train your dog.

MuttSchool's group classes are not just about training sit and down (although we do that, too!). Our group classes teach you problem-solving dog training skills that you can use outside of our classroom to train your dog to be polite—at home and in public. The end result? You can enjoy having a confident, well-mannered and happy canine.

Group classes allow you to learn and practice skills around controlled distractions and encourage you to be consistent about training. Our Salina group classes meet once a week for a period of 6 weeks. If you sign up for first grade, you will have an orientation (without dogs) on your first week of class, followed by your 6 weeks of training.

Please note: Group classes are not appropriate for dogs with behavioral problems, dogs that are disruptive in a kennel or reactive dogs (dogs that growl, bark or lunge on leash). We do have other training options for dogs with these behavioral challenges.

Unlock your dog's potential—Enroll today!

Get started today and create a well-mannered, confident and happy canine with MuttSchool's group dog training classes. Enroll now and learn the problem-solving skills you need to train your dog to be polite both at home and in public. Don't wait - give your dog the gift of training and enroll now at MuttSchool.

New group classes starting Tuesday, August 8, 2023

1st Grade (orientation is Tues., August 8, 2023)

7 credits (includes orientation plus 6 weeks of class) | Expires after 7 weeks

$175

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2nd and 3rd grades
6 credits | Expires after 6 weeks

$150

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Prep School

Our advanced training classes offer an opportunity for ambitious pups to elevate their obedience skills to the next level. This class tailored to dogs preparing to take the AKC CGCA, CGCU and Therapy Dog tests, as well as working on other advanced training skills. Repeat this as many times as it takes to reach your goals with your dog and to pass the tests.

This class is held in public, not in a classroom | 4 credits | Sign up prior to the beginning of the month | Expires at the end of the month.

$100

Please enroll before

the first day of each month.

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Assistance Dog Observations (3)

Whether you are doing a therapy dog, an occupational assistance dog or a service dog, your final evaluation includes 3 observations.

3 credits | Expires after 90 days

$285

Enroll

Salina group classes are once a week. This is a linear class with a start and end date. Credits expire at the end of the scheduled classes. Due to the nature of the class, there is no way to make up missed classes and there are also no refunds for missed classes. You will be sent an invoice to pay prior to the class start date.

Our foundation group classes feature:

Motivation
Group classes provide an opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs and people in a controlled and supervised environment. This can help your dog become more comfortable and confident around other dogs and people. You may also meet other dog owners and share experiences. This can be a great way to build a support network of like-minded individuals who share your love for dogs.

Consistency
Regularly attending a group class can help establish consistency and routine in your dog's training. Consistency is important for building good habits and reinforcing positive behavior.

Small class sizes

Enjoy the benefits of personalized attention and a fun learning environment with our small class sizes. With a limit of 6-8 clients and dogs, you can feel confident that you won't feel overwhelmed by a large group. Say goodbye to the stress of overcrowding in group classes and hello to a positive and effective learning experience!

Earn AKC CGC certificates
MuttSchool highly recommends that you take Grades 1, 2 and 3 for a well-rounded training program. Save 10% and complete all 3 grades while preparing to take the AKC CGC test with your dog (sign up below for testing).

Sign up for CGC testing

Foundation group class descriptions

First Grade

Acquisition of skills

In addition to training behaviors like sit, down, stand and walking nicely on leash, First Grade teaches your dog how much fun it can be to work for you as we lay the foundation to learning more advanced training skills. In First Grade, we focus on establishing lines of communication between you and your dog. You will learn about dog body language and how to change challenging behaviors that are happening at home. You may be surprised at how readily your dog will want to learn new things.

1st Grade consists of orientation plus a consecutive 6 week class

Second Grade

Developing precision

In Second Grade, you and your dog will build on the skills you learned in first grade. We will be introducing training exercises that are more challenging and useful in the real world. As we continue to establish better lines of communication with our dog, we will also be working on solving challenging behaviors that are happening at home. In Second Grade, our focus is establishing manners so you have a better behaved dog both at home and away.

2nd Grade is a consecutive 6 week class

Third Grade

Adding 3Ds

Now that you've established a solid foundation, the skills your dog learned in the previous two classes will really start to shine in Third Grade! At this level, we'll start reinforcing behavior reliability, adding the 3Ds (distance, duration and distractions), plus training more complex behaviors. In Third Grade you will be eligible to test for the AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate.

3rd Grade is a consecutive 6 week class

Our advanced training classes offer an opportunity for ambitious pups to elevate their obedience skills to the next level.

Prep School

Developing fluency

Prep School is tailored to dogs preparing to take the AKC CGCA, CGCU and therapy and service dog tests, as well as working on other advanced training skills. Prep School is sold as a monthly class. Please enroll by midnight on the first day of the month to be included in the four classes that month. Repeat as many times as needed. Check with the instructor for dates, times and locations of the class.

Prerequisite: Dogs must have earned their CGC and completed third grade at MuttSchool to enroll in this class.

Please note: Prep School is a linear class with a start and end date. Because of this, there are no make up classes or refunds if you miss a class.

AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing

The AKC CGC is a 10-skill test that shows that your dog has good manners and that you as an owner are responsible for your dog's welfare.

We can also test for the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, AKC Community Canine (CGCA) and AKC Urban (CGCU), AKC Trick Dog or DMWYD Trick dog.

If you don't see a time scheduled for testing, please check with your instructor on scheduling.

Grad School

Perfecting public access and tasks

Grad School provides individual or small group supervised training in public spaces, allowing your dog to work on their obedience skills around every day distractions

Prerequisite: Dogs must have earned their CGC and completed third grade at MuttSchool to enroll in this class.

Please note: This is a 30-minute class. Space is limited to three dog/people teams. Please sign up to reserve your space.

SALINA | Group Classes

Salina

Group Classes

Group classes teach you how to train your dog.

Unlock your dog's potential—Enroll today!

Our foundation group classes feature:

Foundation group class descriptions

Our advanced training classes offer an opportunity for ambitious pups to elevate their obedience skills to the next level.

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