Training Classes

Carol Hein-Creger, owner and director of the Canine Training Center, has trained professionally for more than 30 years and is a recognized master at her craft. Carol's training method focuses on operant conditioning and positive reinforcement and her philosophy is grounded in consistency, fairness, and building a relationship with your dog. Erinn Hadley, a professional handler, assists Carol to make sure you and your dog get the attention you need.

Dawn Pizzoferrato, ABCDT uses scientifically proven "clicker training" and "free shaping" to teach your dog all the basics plus other fun, useful behaviors. Dawn uses operant conditioning and positive reinforcement, without correction, to help you and your dog build a bond of trust and respect.

Erinn Hadley guides you from practice to precision in the show ring! Erinn advocates and utilizes gentle and practical handling and training techniques and presents her training services in a simple and no-fuss manner that her human and canine clients greatly appreciate. Get Ready for the Ring drop-in conformation classes are on Monday evenings.

Angie Falcsik of Pawsitive K-9 Obedience & Training presents a more traditional obedience class, focused on pack leadership and body language on Saturdays, along with Leadership and Tracking Workshops.