Classes
Puppy Preschool ($175)
Upcoming Classes
1/16/24-2/20/24 Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm -- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
2/22/24-3/28/24 Thursday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
4/9/24-5/14/24 Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
5/30/24-7/11/24 Thursday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT (skips week of 7/4)
7/23/24-8/27/24 Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- not yet open for enrollment
Prerequisite: None
Description. For puppies 9 weeks to 5 months of age. Includes beginner obedience: sit, place, down, come, name-recognition, crate training, leave-it, drop-it, and no mouthing or jumping. Also focuses on socialization and exposure to new things, such as new people, sounds and textures.
How to Enroll
- Call us at (515) 986-7387
- Submit vaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella and negative fecal). Note: Puppies only need to be up-to-date for their age.
- Complete online registration
Note: Bordetella can be waived for classes
Required for First Class
- Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
- Bag of high value, tiny treats
Basic Obedience ($175)
Upcoming Classes
2/27/24-4/2/24 Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
4/11/24-5/16/24 Thursday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
5/28/24-7/2/24 Tuesday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
7/25/24-8/29/24 Thursday 6:30pm-7:30pm-- not yet open for enrollment
Prerequisite: None
Please note: Un-fixed male and female dogs will only be allowed on a case by case basis. Contact training@dogwoodslodge.com for pre-approval.
Description. Start the basics with Sit, Down, Leave it, Place, Look/Watch, Come, Heeling and Name Recognition. A great way to start establishing basic commands with your dog in a group setting. We will also have time for questions about any problem behaviors.
How to Enroll
- Call us at (515) 986-7387
- Submit vaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella and negative fecal)
- Complete online registration
Note: Bordetella can be waived for classes
Required for First Class
- Bag of bite sized treats (and a hungry dog)
- Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
- Please keep family members to a maximum of 2
Intermediate Obedience($195)
Current Class
No classes scheduled currently. Please email us Training@dogwoodslodge.com to inquire.
Prerequisite: Basic Obedience
Please note: 1) Un-fixed male and female dogs will only be allowed on a case by case basis. Contact training@dogwoodslodge.com for pre-approval. 2) Class fee includes the CGC test administration (normally $40).
Description. We will work on tuning up all of your skills from basic and making them rock solid. This includes strengthening all basic obedience commands to the specifications of the CGC/TDI test. This includes things such as visiting with a patient, 20 ft recall, longer sit/stays with more distractions and reactions to strange and unfamiliar situations. The last week of class we will be doing the actual CGC test. Class limit is 8 dogs.
Required for First Class
- Written proof of Rabies, Distemper (DHLPP), Bordetella and a negative fecal
- Bag of bite sized treats (and a hungry dog)
- Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
- Please keep family members to a maximum of 2