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Affordable Dog Training Classes at Woods Humane Society

Woods Humane Society is proud to offer San Luis Obispo County dog owners affordable dog training classes, dog obedience classes, puppy training classes and more at our dedicated dog training facility, Woods University, located at our Woods San Luis Obispo campus. With a highly-qualified, certified, and experienced team of professional dog trainers, we offer dog owners fun, humane and effective methods to teach your dog new skills, build your bond with your dog, and find a richer, more fulfilling relationship with your four-legged friend.   

Positive Reinforcement Training Classes for Dogs

At the Woods University dog training facility in San Luis Obispo, we are committed to the Positive Reinforcement (R+) Method of dog training in our dog training classes. It is a reward-based, humane method that’s a highly effective way for dogs to learn free from stress or fear of retribution. We train dogs for success, not failure, so that training is fun, fast and fair.

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In-Person or Virtual Dog Obedience Training Classes Available Now

Your dog will likely be very excited in a room with several other leashed dogs, which is understandable. However if your dog presents with a high degree of reactivity towards the other dogs or clients in the room (excessive barking, lunging, etc.) the instructor may excuse you from the class and recommend an alternative training program at Woods. 

If you have questions or concerns about how your dog may fit into our group classes, please feel free to contact our training department at:

(805) 543-9316 x34.

Puppy Social Hour

Puppy Training Classes Are Open!

  • Drop-in manners and socialization training for puppies 10 weeks to 5 months
  • Saturdays at 9 AM and Sundays at 10 AM
  • The fee is $25 per session. Payments are non-refundable. 

Our dog training facility at Woods provides a safe, clean, comfortable environment for your puppy to learn and play.

  • Puppy Classes are held in an indoor enclosed area
  • Only 10 registrations allowed per class
  • Must be pre-registered to attend

All puppies must have completed two sets of vaccinations, including Bordetella (for kennel cough). Please bring proof of vaccination to class. For the safety of all we cannot admit any puppy to our classes without seeing vaccination records.

At Puppy Social Hour puppy classes, puppies will learn: appropriate play style with other pups, acceptable manners with people, tolerance for gentle restraints, confidence with the approach of friendly strangers, and more.

We will teach some basic puppy manners using positive reinforcement including “sit” “down” “come.” Your puppy will also gets tips on how to walk nicely on the leash without pulling and greet people without jumping. We’ll show you how to inhibit your puppy's bite during play, how to manage chewing, and the crazy “zoomies.” If you are struggling with food or object guarding, housetraining, or any other issues, our experienced dog training staff will be available to help you through any of these puppy behaviors.

Puppy Classes at Woods Humane Society are ongoing. There is no obligation, you “pay to play” (and learn) each week. You must register before you come to class. Our “drop in” puppy classes typically have a wait list. If you schedule yourself for a class that you cannot make, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can allow another puppy into class.

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YOU MAY REGISTER FOR UP TO TWO PUPPY CLASSES AT A TIME

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C.H.A.R.M. School

Basic Dog Obedience Training Class

C.H.A.R.M.: Changing Habits and Reinforcing Manners

For Dogs 6 Months and Older. This basic dog obedience class is for social dogs, or dogs that are able to tolerate being in a room with other dogs. If your dog is not suitable for this class, you may be asked to leave. Please call (805) 543-9316 x34 if you have any doubts or concerns about whether or not this is the right class for you. Our trainers will be happy to help.

  • Basic Obedience class for dogs with minimal or no formal training
  • Learn all the basic commands for a well-mannered dog: "Sit", "Down", "Come", "Stay", "Focus", "Leash Manners", "Leave it", "Go to your place" and more
  • Learn effective and humane ways to discourage unwanted behavior such as jumping up and pulling on the leash.
  • Also learn helpful leash and handling techniques.

The fee is $150 for each 6 week session. Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance in order to receive a partial refund (not including processing fees).

The first class will be without dogs.

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Feisty Fido

A highly structured dog training class for dogs who are reactive to other dogs

Note: Dogs do not attend the first class.

The fee is $275 for each 6 week session. Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance in order to receive a partial refund (not including processing fees).

Feisty Fido dog training classes are focused on teaching effective strategies and training methods for reactive dogs and their owners. Every dog is not right for the dog park, but walking your dog around the neighborhood or at the beach should be fun, not embarrassing or dangerous.

This dog training class is limited to 4 dogs.

All dogs must be pre-qualified before entering the Feisty Fido dog training class - online registration is not available. Dogs adopted from Woods Humane Society receive a discount.

For more information about upcoming classes and whether this class is right for your dog, email Training@WoodsHumane.org or call (805) 543-9316 x 34.

Next Session begins Friday, January 3 at 10:30 a.m.

 

 

 

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General Information

  • We limit participants in each dog training class to provide more individualized attention for you and your dog.
  • All dogs enrolled in our dog training classes must be current on vaccines: Rabies, Bordatella and DHPP. Puppies in the puppy classes must have 2 DHPP vaccines at least 2 weeks apart and one Bordetella at least 3 days before class starts. In order to participate, proof of vaccinations must be provided at the first class.
  • You may bring dog training supplies to class or visit Woods Humane Society’s retail center Woods Goods. We have special dog training treats, harnesses and collars for sale to give you optimal control while providing humane comfort to your dog.
  • To sign up to receive email updates about new dog training and dog obedience classes and dog training tips, click here. 

Location:

WOODS UNIVERSITY
Woods Humane Society's Dedicated Dog Training Facility
875 Oklahoma Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Park at the east end of the parking lot and follow the signs to the rear of the building.

Additional questions? Trouble registering online?

Please give us a call at (805) 543-9316 x 34.

 

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