Group Classes

Canine Life Coach

Dog Talk LLC

A Training and Wellness Sanctuary for Dogs and their Humans!

Awareness, Education, Relationship, Well-Being

Socialization and manners (Sam) are the springboard to healthy interactions dog-to-dog and between dogs, children and society. Puppies / dogs are invited when beneficial. Visit Dog Talk Media YT to view short vignettes. Play sessions should be short, supervised and well matched. A guided learning experience gives pups/dogs an opportunity to navigate their way in interactions with others. They learn to recognize and practice valuable body language and communications skills.

Socialization and Manners (SAM) All Levels

Level 2 - Moderate - 6, 1 hour+ weekly sessions = $120
Level 2 group classes are on Wed 11:00am - 12:00pm and Tues Evening 6:30 - 7:30pm

Level 2: For teams who complete Level 1. With a brief review of Level 1 skills - we continue awareness centered training. Included is focused attention, redirecting, distractions, distance, diversity, duration, sequencing and cross-training for reliability. Off-leash heeling is a possibility, depending on class environment and your dog. We explore our dogs strengths, thresholds, boredom and energy balancing with integrated dog sports. Games help make training pleasant, teaching our dogs how to Jazz it Up and Relax. Learn more about cues and body language - and knowing when to start or stop behaviors (threshold and stimulus management). Observing and getting to know your dog creates strong, confident, enjoyable and understanding relationships.

Level 3 - Challenging - 6, 1 hour+ weekly sessions = $120
Drop-ins welcome – Call or Email First = $20 or RDA Discount – Time: Saturday 11:30 - 12:30pm

Sessions are for dog teams who have completed Levels I & 2, have specific goals or simply want to glean their skills, enjoy training and being with their dogs. Focus is on fostering a confident relationship that is manageable, predictable and reliable under a broad range of conditions and circumstances. We combine a flow of off-leash training, dynamic sequencing, cross-training, rotation training, reverse healing, clicker training and training games. Added in are more challenging distractions, distance work and discrimination. Classes are a reward like attending a yoga class or playing sports.

Enjoy a twp - dog discount - 10% off second dog = $162

Drop-in Classes for Level 2 and 3 = $20 – Inquire before attending for dates

RDA — Rejoin Discount Advantage 10 - 20 - 30%

To give back to our dedicated teams, the Rejoin Discount Advantage (RDA) is offered after completing a

6-week session in Level 1, 2 and 3. Take your training practice to the next level whether it be for fun, gleaning your skills, practicing or adjusting attitudes. Tune-ups are a good way to enjoy healthy connections with your dog and other dog-minded people. The dogs get excited about coming and remember their dog friends. Tails start wagging.

RDA can not be paid via PayPal. We accept Master Card, Visa, Discover, Checks or Cash at the Sanctuary.

RDA examples for each Level is:

Drop In Less 10% = $18 / Less 20% = $16 / Less 30% = $14
L-1, $180 less 10% = $162 / 20% = $144 / 30% = $126
L-2, $120 less 10% = $108 / 20% = $96 / 30% = 84
L-3 same as L-2
Private Behavior is excluded.
If you attended our classes more than 5-years ago, you are required to begin again.
All Registered Pet Assisted Therapy Teams are honored with a $10 drop-in for Levels 2 & 3.

Level 1 - Beginnings - 6, 1 hour+ weekly sessions = $180 | 2-dog, 2-handler discount 10%
Level 1 and 2 Package Discount = $270 / Join our e-newsletter for 10% discount
Saturday, 8:45 - 10:00am - Wed 10:00 - 11:00am | Wed 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Includes Hand-Outs from Awareness Centered Training (ACT) and
Positively Essential for Puppies and Dogs - There are no drop-ins for Level 1

Learn how to teach your puppy/dog to joyfully respond to you ( walking, sit, down, stay, come, take it, leave it, wait, gently and relax). Discussions and hand-outs cover well-being essentials: nutrition, house training, crate training, therapeutic chewing, biting, barking, digging and energy balancing. Pleasant, natural and exciting sequences teach the puppy/dog focused attention. Basic massage is integrated during warm-ups and calm-downs to desensitize dogs to touch and as part of their well being. Clicker Training Clarity is welcomed if you are experienced, email maureenr@dogtalk.com to inquire.

Group classes are family-focused, using Awareness Centered Training - ACT. Classes are small, generally no more then 8.

Semi-private (2) classes can be arranged for those with particular breeds or other preferences: E-mail Dog Talk.

Classes require 3-registered teams. Otherwise, private training or Semi-Private training is an option. Call to inquire.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be healthy to attend class (common sense).
Rabies Vaccinations are required in NH. Vaccine Protocol should be discussed with your Primary Vet.
All participants are required to fill out a registration form and pay via PayPal, Fax, Check or Cash.
Read our Guidelines for a safe, pleasant experience. Read our Yoga Doga Courtesy.
Flexi-leads or prong collars are not suitable for our classes. Please bring a 6-foot leash, buckle or adjustable collar.
Easy Walks or Gentle Leaders are recommended for stronger breeds ; Harnesses for smaller, lighter weight dogs.

Class is designed to teach “you” how to easily integrate teaching “your dog” in daily living. Training is ongoing.

Class is not appropriate for habitual, reactive behaviors that require modification (resource guarding, aggression, biting, extreme fear and stress). Please journey to Behavior Counseling.