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Note: We will offer AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing on a regular basis.
The following three links, regarding the importance of puppy socialization at an early age, address why CCDTC strongly supports allowing puppies in classes as early as 8 weeks of age.
Current classes are listed. New classes post on Fridays.
Baby Puppy Class
(for puppies 8 weeks to 18 weeks of age at start of class)
No Prerequisite.
Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
7 week class
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for "humans" only.
Goals: introduce the puppies to novel experiences and obstacles, practice leash walking, and provide basic training ideas. Discuss crate training, house training, testing for your pup and making vet visits and grooming a good experience for puppies and people alike.
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
(for puppies 8 weeks to 18 weeks of age at start of class)
No Prerequisite.
Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
7 week class
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for "humans" only.
Goals: introduce the puppies to novel experiences and obstacles, practice leash walking, and provide basic training ideas. Discuss crate training, house training, testing for your pup and making vet visits and grooming a good experience for puppies and people alike.
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
FULL Mondays 6pm -- 6:45pm Wendy Grome
June 16-- August 4, 2025 No Class: 7/7/25
June 16-- August 4, 2025 No Class: 7/7/25
4 week class
Saturdays 9am -- 9:45am Tracy Murch / Kirstin King
July 19-- August 16, 2025 No Class: July 26
Saturdays 9am -- 9:45am Tracy Murch / Kirstin King
July 19-- August 16, 2025 No Class: July 26
Puppy Kindergarten
(for puppies between 19 weeks and 12 months at start of class)
No Prerequisite
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
Goals: Get your puppy off to a good start with a great foundation. These obedience classes are designed especially for puppies 5 - 12 months of age. Socialization and basic skills are emphasized, helping you train your dog to have good manners, while still having fun. Many of the classes will offer the AKC STAR Puppy Program.
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
If class is noted as a Star Puppy Class (https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-star-puppy/), Star Puppy Testing will be done at last class
(for puppies between 19 weeks and 12 months at start of class)
No Prerequisite
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
Goals: Get your puppy off to a good start with a great foundation. These obedience classes are designed especially for puppies 5 - 12 months of age. Socialization and basic skills are emphasized, helping you train your dog to have good manners, while still having fun. Many of the classes will offer the AKC STAR Puppy Program.
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
If class is noted as a Star Puppy Class (https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-star-puppy/), Star Puppy Testing will be done at last class
FULL Mondays 6pm -6:45pm Alicia Williams
June 9- July 28, 2025 No class July 7
This is a Star Puppy class.
June 9- July 28, 2025 No class July 7
This is a Star Puppy class.
FULL Mondays 6pm -6:45pm Alicia Williams
August 4--September 22, 2025 No class: 9/1 Labor Day
This is a Star Puppy class.
August 4--September 22, 2025 No class: 9/1 Labor Day
This is a Star Puppy class.
Family Pet Manners 1
(for dogs 12 months and older at start of class)
Prerequisite: Puppy Kindergarten or Instructor/Training Director approval
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
This class will work on the following essential life skills.
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
(for dogs 12 months and older at start of class)
Prerequisite: Puppy Kindergarten or Instructor/Training Director approval
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
This class will work on the following essential life skills.
- Sit and Wait at the Door
- Sit and Wait to be Petted
- Down and Stay
- Stand and Wait
- Intro to Recall
- Leave It
- Intro to Loose-Leash Walking
Vaccinations: CCDTC does not require any specific vaccination protocol. Rabies is not required in the county until 6 months of age.
FULL Mondays 7pm -7:45pm Alicia Williams
June 9- July 28, 2025 No class July 7
June 9- July 28, 2025 No class July 7
Mondays 7pm -7:45pm Colleen Fox
August 4 - September 15 No class 9/1 (new dates)
August 4 - September 15 No class 9/1 (new dates)
NEW CLASS
Reactive Dog Class
(for dogs 12 months and older at start of class)
6 weeks - One hour classes.
Limit of 6 dogs per class
Dogs attend all classes.
One dog per handler.
Due to the special skills taught in this class, all handlers will pay $120.00.
There will be no member discounts for this class.
This class is designed for dogs who struggle with 'dog on dog' reactivity.
Dogs may have issues barking, lunging, jumping, over excitement or difficulty focusing.
Using the techniques inspired by Control Unleashed, handlers will learn to build dog's confidence, increase focus, and improve emotional regulation in a safe and structured environment.
This class is perfect for dogs who get overwhelmed or overstimulated around triggers.
This class provides the tools to manage reactivity and promote calmer, more controlled behavior.
Reactive Dog Class
(for dogs 12 months and older at start of class)
6 weeks - One hour classes.
Limit of 6 dogs per class
Dogs attend all classes.
One dog per handler.
Due to the special skills taught in this class, all handlers will pay $120.00.
There will be no member discounts for this class.
This class is designed for dogs who struggle with 'dog on dog' reactivity.
Dogs may have issues barking, lunging, jumping, over excitement or difficulty focusing.
Using the techniques inspired by Control Unleashed, handlers will learn to build dog's confidence, increase focus, and improve emotional regulation in a safe and structured environment.
This class is perfect for dogs who get overwhelmed or overstimulated around triggers.
This class provides the tools to manage reactivity and promote calmer, more controlled behavior.
Fridays 7:00 -8:00pm. Rachel Renee Williamson
August 15--October 3, 2025 No class: 8/29 and 9/26
August 15--October 3, 2025 No class: 8/29 and 9/26
NEW CLASS
ADVANCED and PERFORMER TRICK DOG
One dog per handler.
Prerequisites: Trick Dog Intermediate to earn Advanced title
Trick Dog Advanced to earn Performer title
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
DOGS ATTEND ALL CLASSES
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
To achieve the AKC Advanced Trick Dog title, your dog must perform 10 advanced tricks from an AKC approved list.
To achieve the AKC Performer Trick Dog title, your dog must perform at least 3 performer tricks and 7 advanced or intermediate tricks.
The class will include some performer tricks as well as advanced tricks that have not been included in previous classes.
Class will include testing for these titles. You may test for the Advanced or Performer title or both.
A sample of the tricks included are: barrel roll, Lassie pose, bring me a tissue, limping and skipping, side pass and play soccer.
ADVANCED and PERFORMER TRICK DOG
One dog per handler.
Prerequisites: Trick Dog Intermediate to earn Advanced title
Trick Dog Advanced to earn Performer title
7 weeks - Limit of 6 dogs per class
DOGS ATTEND ALL CLASSES
One dog per handler.
Note: 1st week of class is Orientation and is for “humans” only.
To achieve the AKC Advanced Trick Dog title, your dog must perform 10 advanced tricks from an AKC approved list.
To achieve the AKC Performer Trick Dog title, your dog must perform at least 3 performer tricks and 7 advanced or intermediate tricks.
The class will include some performer tricks as well as advanced tricks that have not been included in previous classes.
Class will include testing for these titles. You may test for the Advanced or Performer title or both.
A sample of the tricks included are: barrel roll, Lassie pose, bring me a tissue, limping and skipping, side pass and play soccer.
Mondays 7pm -7:45pm Alicia Williams AKC Trick Dog Evaluator
August 4--September 22, 2025 No class: 9/1 Labor Day
August 4--September 22, 2025 No class: 9/1 Labor Day