Group Classes

Whether your dog is taking their first steps into training or you’re looking to refine skills, our class instructors are here to guide you. From basic commands to more intricate tasks, we offer a range of classes tailored to meet your training goals.

All first time clients are booked over the phone. Please contact our office to get signed up! (773) 539-1088.

    • Rabies (for dogs 4 months and older)

    • Parvo/Distemper

    • Annual Bordetella

    • H3N2 Flu shot

    • Biannual negative fecal exam

    • All (human) attendees must provide proof of the COVID 19 vaccine

Entry Level Obedience Classes

SuperPuppy

The most important course you'll ever take! This beginner's course is designed for puppies 7 weeks to 4.5 months old. This comprehensive course gets your relationship with your puppy off to a great start. Covers all aspects of obedience, appropriate play behaviors and proper management of your puppy's environment.

Limited to 12 puppies - Cost is $350 for 7 weeks

  • Thursdays, February 29 - April 11, 7:15pm - 8:15pm.

  • Tuesdays, April 16 - June 4. 6pm - 7pm. No class 5/14.

Basic Obedience

For dogs 5 months of age and over who have not taken our SuperPuppy course. Focuses on real life skills and manners required of all urban canines. Covers all aspects of obedience, appropriate greeting behaviors and self-control exercises. Ask about our audit option for this class.

Limited to 10 dogs - Cost is $350 for 7 weeks

  • Tuesdays, February 27 - April 9, 6pm - 7pm.

  • Thursdays, April 25 - June 13. 7:15pm - 8:15pm. No class 5/16.

Intermediate Obedience Classes

Beyond Basics Level 1

The goal of this class is to increase reliability with distractions. You'll work on proofing the already learned obedience behaviors so your dog will respond reliably in even the most distracting situations like in the park or when food is present. Ask about our audit option for this class. For graduates of SuperPuppy, Basic Obedience, or ITE.

Limited to 10 dogs - Cost is $350 for 7 weeks

Wednesdays, October 25 - December 20, 6pm - 7pm. No class on 11/1 or 11/22.

  • Wednesdays, February 28 - April 10, 6pm - 7pm.

  • Thursdays, April 25 - June 13. 6pm - 7pm. No class 5/16.

Front!

For Graduates of SuperPuppy, Basic Obedience, or ITE. A three week class where we work on achieving a reliable recall! We'll focus on distractions and how to move off-leash reliability. 

Limited to 10 dogs - Cost is $150 for 3 weeks

  • To be announced.

Advanced Obedience Classes

Rally Run-Thru

1 night. $25. Rally course set for all levels: Novice - Masters. Stop by and practice running the AKC Rally Obedience course! Great for first-timers, as well as seasoned veterans of the sport.

For graduates of BB2 or instructor approval only. Your dog should have a basic understanding of Heel, as this is a heeling-based sport. Curious to learn more? Check out Rally on the akc.org website.

  • Thursday, April 18, 7:15pm - 8:15pm

Rally Classroom

This class covers a comprehensive look at the skills needed to achieve understanding and success on the Rally (Novice) Course! Rally is an Obedience-based obstacle course that requires precision and attention, and a fun, engaging way to take your dog to the next level! Must have taken BB2 or instructor approved.

Limited to 10 dogs. Cost is $150 for 4 weeks.

  • To be announced.

Fit Dog! Canine Conditioning: Level 1

This class increases canine fitness, flexibility and body awareness through the use of props like climb platforms, inflatable discs and cavalettis.

Excellent for agility and obedience sport dogs, plus great for senior dogs needing to strengthen hind end awareness and muscle tone. Youngsters benefit from foot awareness, balance and core development.

Must be a current or past COTW pup. Limited to 6 dogs. Cost is $300 for 6 weeks.

  • Mondays, April 15 - May 20, 6pm - 7pm.

Beyond Basics Level 2

This class is for graduates of Beyond Basics Level 1. Starts off-leash work and distance control.

Limited to 10 dogs - Cost is $350 for 7 weeks.

  • Thursdays, March 7 - April 18, 6pm - 7pm.

Additional Offerings

Agility with Stacey Hawk of Hawk City K-9

This class is great for newcomers to the sport of agility. Enhance your agility performance and strengthen your obedience skills.

8 dogs MAX per class. Group class experience required. Please ask to be added to the waitlist.

$220 for 6 weeks.

$255 for 7 weeks.

Level 1: Sundays, 3/10 - 4/28 at 12pm. No Class 3/31.

Level 2: Sundays, 3/10 - 4/28 at 10:45am. No Class 3/31.

Level 3: Sundays, 3/10 - 4/28 at 9:30am. No Class 3/31.