Our Group Classes
Our group classes are intentionally small and structured to support calm behavior, clear communication, and real-life skills for both dogs and their humans.
Foundations of Socialization
This guided group class teaches dogs how to socialize appropriately while staying calm, neutral, and responsive in social settings.
We focus on:
• Reading dog body language and play styles
• Knowing when and how to step into your dog’s space during play
• Interrupting or redirecting when play becomes too much
• Teaching dogs how to exist around other dogs without constant engagement
• Building relevance and responsiveness to handlers in social environments, including recalls away from play
This class is ideal for dogs who need structured social exposure and for owners who want to better understand and advocate for their dog in group settings.
3-Week Group Series — Meets Once Weekly $150 per family
Place Foundations
This structured group class teaches dogs how to settle calmly on a designated place and maintain that relaxed through real-life distractions.
We focus on:
• Teaching clear beginnings and endings to place work
• Building duration, distance, and distractions at the appropriate pace
• Helping dogs learn how to relax
• Improving impulse control and focus
• Strengthening respect and communication through handler energy and body language
This class is ideal for dogs who struggle to relax, stay settled, or disengage from stimulation at home or in public spaces.
3-Week Group Series — Meets Once Weekly $150 per family
Foundations Bundle
Neutral Ground + Home Base
The Foundations Bundle combines social skills and settle skills to create balanced, well-mannered dogs in real-life situations.
Dogs enrolled in the bundle learn:
• How to interact appropriately and neutrally in social environments
• How to disengage and settle when asked
• How to stay responsive to their handler around distractions
The Foundations Bundle is a great fit for dogs and humans looking to build a stronger relationship without taking the fun out of everyday life.
3-Week Group Series — Meets Twice Weekly $275 per family (saves $25)
Price is per household. Multiple dogs from the same family may attend together.
Have questions about class expectations, attendance, or eligibility?
Visit Before You Book page for details.