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Group and/or private obedience classes are necessary for all dogs and are especially important for a reliable therapy dog. Many Lend A Heart dogs and handlers take regular brush up classes in order to tighten up particular commands in various settings, plus it's simply good for both dog and handler. Taking the right class with the right instructor can be a lot of fun. You may find scheduled classes just the structure you need in order to bring your dog closer and more responsive to you in various settings, and particularly with various distractions.
Should an undesirable behavior arise, you may be asked to refresh yourself and your dog in a group class. Based on one or more of our members' recommendation, the following are trainers/behaviorists in the area offering classes. This is not a complete list of local trainers, and other names can be furnished, if needed. Should you find results from someone else and enjoy them as a trainer, by all means stay working with him/her! The most valuable tool you can have is a quality trainer who has consistently observed you and your dog. Your trainer can give you insight as to why your particular dog reacts to certain objects or situations, and then help you work through any problems.
Again, thank you very much for your interest! If you have additional questions contact us at info@lendaheart.org.
Sincerely,
The LAH New Membership Team
Obedience Classes in Sacramento
Our list is based only on one or more of our members' recommendations and Lend A Heart does not necessarily endorse one trainer over another. As an owner, it is your responsibility to interview the trainer and decide who may best suit your particular needs.
As of 05/06
Albree Dog Training
Alan & Renee Miller
www.albree.com
(916) 485-4452
Angie's Pet Perfect Dog Training
PO Box 4131
Citrus Heights, CA 95611
www.angiespetperfect.com
(916) 722-0150
Barklands Manor Kennel
Basic puppy training to competition.
Brenda Radcliffe
(916) 988-2164
Common Sense Dog Training
Megan Alexander
www.commonsensedogtraining.com
(916) 772-1364
Custom Dog Training
Steve Forsty
www.customdogtraining.com
(916) 781-3647
Dog Show Specialties
Specializing in training products & training.
(916) 443-8131
Our Furry Friends Canine College Programs
Dog Training for Real Life in Your Neighborhood: Sacramento, El Dorado and Amador Counties
www.CanineCollege-California.com
(888) 364-2466
Our Furry Friends Training Centers
Training with Respect & Understanding: Placerville and Pine Grove
www.DOG-B-GOOD.com
(530) 622-PUPS.
Placer Dog Training Center
Amie Lambert
www.placerdog.com
(916) 784-3209
St. Francis Pet Information Center
Canine Pet Therapy Prep Classes
Terry Sandhoff
stfrancispet.googlepages.com
(916) 966-6758
The Right Steps
Cindy Smith
(916) 966-6883
www.therightsteps.com
Association of Pet Dog Trainers
www.apdt.com
If you think you and your pet have the skills and temperament to do this kind of work, take a look at the exercises that will be expected of you and your animal during your evaluation, complete our Volunteer Questionnaire and, for dog owners, our Obedience and Behavior Verification form.
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