We Have a Class for You!

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Check out our group training options for dogs of every age and skill level. Use the quick links below to guide you to the class that best fits your needs, or keep scrolling and have a look at them all. Let’s get your dog enrolled and on her way to better manners!

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Puppy Manners Class

I have a new puppy! Our little lightning bolt of energy is rocking our world. What can we do?

(kindergarten for puppies under 16 weeks old)

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Family Dog Manners Class

My dog is a mess! Can I order some manners for my grown-up pup, with a side of sanity?

(basic obedience for all dogs over 16 weeks old)

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Leash Pullers Anonymous

My dog pulls like crazy! We just need leash walking. Please help before I lose an arm.

(leash manners intensive for dogs over 16 weeks old)

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Finishing School

Our top level class, where dogs with advanced obedience can train and test for the coveted Canine Good Citizen title.

(for friendly dogs with strong obedience)

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Obedience Games

Think outside the box! Fine tune your pup's obedience skills while playing fun games like Red Rover, Leapfrog, and Charades.

(for graduates of any basic obedience class)

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Trick Training

Any dog can be a star! Learn fun tricks, build your bond with your furry pal, and you can even earn AKC Trick Dog titles!

(entry level class open to dogs of all ages)

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small class sizes (limit of 6) for personal attention

rolling enrollment – start manners class any time

formally educated professional trainers

humane, reward based training methods

family-friendly environment

supportive, client-centered coaching

all breeds welcome!

professionally developed curricula

large climate-controlled facility

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Puppy Manners Class

Puppy Life

Puppies are a ton of fun, but they can also wreak havoc on a happy home with their rambunctious behavior and endless nipping. Lucky for you, there’s Puppy Manners Class, where you’ll learn how to confidently navigate the puppy months.

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Orientation

Group Orientation:

$30

If your puppy will be between 9-16 weeks old their first day of class, they are just in time for Puppy Manners class! (puppies 16+ weeks will start into Family Dog Manners class)

You’ll begin with a humans-only orientation to get caught up on the latest in puppy raising techniques. A lot may have changed since your last dog, and we stay on top of industry best practices. And if you’re a first time puppy owner, you’ll appreciate the comprehensive review of topics like housetraining, chewing, and nipping. Plus, the supportive atmosphere of other puppy owners who are also in the trenches can’t be beat.

At orientation class, you’ll also receive your puppy owner’s manual, clicker, and treat pouch.

Class Schedule:

Group orientations are held on Sundays at 3pm. You can see the exact dates and enroll using the button below.

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In-Home Orientation:

$75

If you know you want group classes but can’t make the next group orientation time or need some help right away, our in-home orientations are just the ticket. We’ll personalize the problem-solving info from orientation to your dog and family, focusing on just your puppy’s needs. Then, you can join into the group classes without missing a beat!

Due to the discounted price from our regular in-home training, in-home orientations must be purchased as a package with your group class. You can do so below. We’ll get in touch after payment is received to schedule your orientation, or you can contact us to set a tentative date and time before purchasing.

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Puppy Manners Class

$185

Once you have attended orientation, you can join into one of our rolling admission puppy classes right away. You’ll attend with your puppy for six weekly sessions.

Our innovative puppy curriculum integrates basic obedience such as sit, down and come when called into real life situations like teaching your puppy to lie calmly for nail trims. Our focus is on real world manners, and you can take these lessons right back into your daily life. We even do an on location run through of a visit to the vet!

Each class session has an enrichment activity, ranging from walking pups across teeter-totters to introducing them to novel sounds and veterinary visits. You’ll also learn some practice exercises to prevent future aggression, and you’ll become part of our puppy socialization program, where you can win fun prizes by taking your puppy on weekly field trips.

And did we mention? There’s time for free play, supervised closely by our expert instructors. Puppies playing is one of the best things in the world!

Class Schedule:

Classes are rolling admission, which means you can begin as soon as there’s a spot available. Your options are Saturdays or Sundays at 4:30pm or Wednesdays at 6:15pm. You can view the openings and save a spot for your puppy using the button below.

Once you enroll, you will attend 6 classes in a row, weekly at the same day and time. We do offer a single complimentary drop-in makeup lesson to students because we know life happens. This is a firm limit. If you have a variable schedule and will have to miss multiple sessions, consider our Private Puppy Manners School instead; we can work around your calendar.

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Details

Location

Our classes are located at:

Heartland Play and Stay

4100 N. Woodlawn, Wichita KS

Age Requirements

Due to developmental time frames, puppies must be 16 weeks or younger on their class start date to join Puppy Manners Class. Puppies older than 16 weeks should join Family Dog Manners Class.

Vaccination Requirements

Puppies must have had two distemper and parvovirus shots and one bordetella immunization. The most recent set of shots must have been performed by a veterinarian.

Makeup Lessons

Puppies that miss a class may attend one extra session immediately following their graduation. This will be a repeat class, but your puppy will get additional practice and socialization. We recommend planning to attend all classes if possible.

Refunds

We don’t offer refunds on group classes; we do offer class credit if you withdraw at least a week before your start date.

Did you know? Puppies under 5 months old are in a sensitive stage of neurological development. The things they experience in this time will influence their temperament for the rest of their life. And once they pass this developmental stage, it’s impossible to turn the clock back and have a re-do. That’s why puppy class is so important!

Family Dog Manners Class

Dog Life

Your family dog is well-loved but also driving you up a wall. We introduce basic obedience skills, then teach you to integrate them into real life settings with our innovative curriculum geared toward pet dog owners.

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Family Dog I

$215

Our manners classes begin with a humans-only orientation class the first class session. We’ll go in-depth on problem solving common dog issues, then introduce you to our fun training techniques. You’ll be able to ask all those burning questions you have about your dog’s behavior, and will leave confident that you are up to the challenge of living with a dog.

At orientation class, you’ll also receive your dog owner’s manual, clicker, and treat pouch.

Next, you’ll continue attending the same day and time for six consecutive sessions with your dog.

We start each session with a focus exercise and a review of a basic position (sit or down). Then, we dive into our real world manners segment, weaving foundation obedience into specialized lessons that you can go back and apply right into your life.

For example, our Company’s Coming class will teach your dog to sit automatically for greetings whenever someone approaches, and our Family Picnic class teaches your dog to patiently stay with food nearby. Want the nitty gritty details? Click below!

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Doggy Zen (Impulse Control)

No-jump training
Leave food in hands
Leave food on floor
Focus with distractions

Rainy Day Blues (Indoor Manners)

Settle down & stay
Doggy boredom busters
Ping-pong come when called

Hitting the Streets (Leash Manners)

Gentle leash training gear
Getting focus on leash
Left-side walking
Sit when you stop

Family Picnic (Outdoor Manners)

Rocket recall
Emergency collar grab
Sit-stay with distractions
Down-stay with food nearby

Company’s Coming (Visitor Manners)

Sit for greetings & patting
No-jump practice
Doorbell manners
Distance sit & stay

Exploring the World (Travel Manners)

Guiding your dog with a hand target
Focus around human distractions
Doggy adventure course

Shy, barky or growly dog? Click here before enrolling

My dog has some issues, isn’t that what training is for?

We want to help ALL dogs. However, not all dogs are a good fit for *group* lessons.

Which dogs?

Does your dog become fearful, upset or aggressive around other dogs or people? Is your dog a non-stop barker? We can’t meet the needs of aggressive, reactive, or extremely vocal dogs in our bustling group environment. This is also not a good environment to attempt to socialize an unfriendly or fearful dog. We can still help you, but in a setting that better fits your dog’s needs – please get in touch to discuss what would work best.

I think my dog ok, but what happens if he breaks the rules?

If a dog is enrolled in class and demonstrates behavior that constitutes a potential risk to our trainers or other clients, or presents a distraction that cannot be overcome (our benchmark is 15 minutes of barking that cannot be interrupted or redirected with visual barriers or training intervention), they will be moved to our online interactive Family Dog e-learning course. This includes our entire course PLUS extra lessons we can’t fit in in-person. You can take videos of your dog and submit them for instructor feedback.

My dog is just shy, he will be fine.

Sometimes shy dogs do well or even warm up and blossom. In other cases, the environment remains too scary for them and they might hide under your chair or stop taking treats. In these cases, you can continue to attend and learn the lessons in-person as long as your dog is not in clear distress or panic. You may also submit videos you take at home of your dog’s successes via our Family Dog Online e-learning platform.

Can I get a refund or credit for private training?

No, due to our limitations on enrollment numbers, we can’t offer a refund or a credit for any of the situations described above. Please consider this as you make your decision on registration.

Class Schedule:

We offer Family Dog Manners classes on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Click the Enroll Now button to go to our registration portal with upcoming start dates.

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Family Dog II

$185

Once you’ve finished our Family Dog class, you’ll be ready for the next level – an intermediate manners-building class where you can firm up the basics and start to see an even bigger change in your dog’s behavior.

We’ll work on perfecting the position cues (sits and down), fine tuning greetings of people and dogs, getting a reliable come when called from distractions, acquiring focused walking skills in proximity to other people and dogs, and adding distance to stays and a down-stay of up to 2 minutes between food rewards.

Please note that attendance at Family Dog Manners Class is required in order to attend Family Dog II. Puppy Manners graduates or graduates from other training schools should enroll in Family Dog Manners Class instead of Family Dog II.

Class Schedule:

Mondays @ 6:15pm beginning September 16th

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*This is a progressive class (all students begin at the same time) and no makeup sessions are offered.

*This class introduces off-leash work and work in close proximity to other dogs and people. Problem barkers or reactive dogs may not attend Family Dog II. We are happy to offer the same lessons in a private training setting.