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Private or Group Lessons for Puppies Less than 4 months

I will come to your home or meet at a park, trail, or other puppy friendly location. Your puppy will learn about real world situations in a safe and loving manner. You may choose to be present for lessons or not if you have other obligations. You may schedule individual visits, or purchase a package of six or twelve lessons at a reduced rate. Packages are located at the end of the scheduling page. If you prefer group classes you can register your sixteen week or younger puppy. Lessons are held at 411 Davis Road, Bangor, Maine starting in March.

Initial Evaluation

Do you have concerns about specific behaviors your dog is displaying? Contact us for a consultation, so we can develop a plan to understand and manage the issue.  $80/hour There is a $25 travel fee for house calls more than 25 miles from Bangor. Aggression cases will be referred to a specialist.

Private Lessons

If group classes are not for you, contact us for one-on-one virtual or in person lessons as circumstances dictate.  First appointment is $80. Follow ups are $60/hour for house calls. There is a $25 travel fee for house calls more than 25 miles from Bangor.  Click the "Book Now" button for availability.

Rally Obedience coming this summer

Rally is a fun game using obedience skills in an interesting way. Variations of heel, sit, stay, and recall are increasingly more challenging as your skills improve. In higher levels you may see jumps and weaving! Whether you are looking for fun or competition preparation, rally is for you. This class is appropriate for dogs who can share an environment with other. There is not direct dog/dog contact. The small class size assures that you receive the individual coaching needed to enjoy the games.  

Manners - coming this summer

In this class, you will learn how to gently promote the behaviors you need for life with your dog. We will handle the basics such as sit, down and stay, but you will also learn how to help your dog be comfortable around others. If your dog lunges at people or dogs while on lease, you should start with private lessons. This class will meet at Uncommon Dogs in Holden for 6 weeks for $200  Click the "Book Now" button for availability.

Agility - Level 1 starting date TBD

Whether for home exercise or competition, agility training is a great way to build your dog’s confidence and strengthen your bond. This beginner course will focus on connecting with your dog and basic handling techniques and obstacle performance. 

Agility - Level 2 - starting date TBD

In these continuing agility classes, we will focus on developing more advanced handling skills using short obstacle sequences. You and your dog must have previous agility training experience to take this class. 

Group classes are suspended until early summer. 
Puppy class will move to Penobscot Veterinary Services, 411 Davis Rd, Bangor in March.
Private in home sessions are still available.

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