Obedience

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via facsimile or email before the first night of class.

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI

Do you struggle with your dog pulling on daily walks, trouble getting them to come when they're called, getting their focus? Are you looking for an environment to continue building your skills? This class can help! This is an intermediate level class that covers loose leash walking, reliable recall, polite greeting, setting boundaries, learning practical everyday skills, and building a better relationship with your dog. Weather permitting some of the training will be outside. Prerequisite for nonreactive dogs: completion beginner class/skills.  NOTE: reactive dogs must have completed RESCUE and RESCUE 2.0 classes with Amanda. No prong, choke, e-collar, flexi, and bring a sandwich bag full of treats like real meat and cheese (hotdogs, chicken, mozzarella sticks).

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

This class is designed to teach people about the social needs of their dogs, how to recognize their dog's body language cues, how to manage social interactions with their dogs when on-leash, and how to help their dogs behave themselves when in public. This class does not involve any off leash interactions.

Fridays, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Six weeks: 10/7-11/11

Fridays, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Six weeks: 10/7-11/11

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via facsimile or email before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started* 

Does your dog LOVE their crate? Will they enter it on cue and hang out calmly? If you can't answer yes to these questions, then this short 4-week class is for you. Crate training is important for the safety and well-being of your dog. Doing this training NOW will help your dog transition to being left at home when you go back to work someday. Effective crate training is one of the best ways to keep your dog from developing separation anxiety. NO DOGS first week to provide clicker training for humans. Clickers provided. Class size limited to 4 participants.

Wednesdays 6-7 pm.  Four Weeks: 8/31-9/21

Thursday 11am-12pm Four Weeks 9/1 - 9/22

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via email or or facsimile before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI

R.E.S.C.U.E. Reactive. Education. Support. Confidence.  Understanding. Energy. 

This class is for dogs that react to people and other dogs by barking, lunging, shutting down and are distressed. Having a dog that is on constant alert and anxious is hard on the owners and the dog. In this class, we will focus on better understanding of your dog's reactivity, how to communication with your dog and we will teach coping skills and desensitizing your dog with positive reinforcement.

PLEASE NOTE: NO DOGS FIRST CLASS! And, it is critically important that you attend the first night of class!

This class for reactive dogs is limited in size to 4.

Thursdays, 6-7 pm.  Six weeks: 8/18-9/22

Thursdays, 7-8 pm.  Six weeks: 8/18-9/22

Thursdays, 8-9 pm.  Six weeks: 8/18-9/22

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

Unleash your dog's potential! Instead of being roadblocks, obstacles are the bridge between dog and handler.  In this fun and practical class, teams will utilize agility obstacles in a non-competitive environment. Class size is limited! NOTE: no prong, choke, e-collar, flexi, and bring a sandwich bag full of treats like real meat and cheese (hotdogs, chicken, mozzarella sticks).

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

In this class, teams will focus on learning the basics of sit, down, come, stay, loose leash walking, and managing problem behavior.  This class is great for all dogs over five months of age that have not had any formal training. NOTE: no prong, choke, e-collar, flexi, and bring a sandwich bag full of treats like real meat and cheese (hotdogs, chicken, mozzarella sticks).

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

This class focuses on basic commands including introduction to loose leash walking, socialization, and preventing problem behaviors. For dogs under five months. NOTE: no prong, choke, e-collar, flexi, and bring a sandwich bag full of treats like real meat and cheese (hotdogs, chicken, mozzarella sticks).

Wednesdays, 8-9 pm.  Six weeks: 8/17-9/21

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

Puppy Control Unleashed® PLUS Obedience

Puppies who are not taught certain skills right away can develop severe behavior problems in adulthood. This 10-week class teaches these critical skills by combining Control Unleashed (by Leslie McDevitt) with early obedience. From calmness to impulse control, as well as cues like “come” and “drop it,” this class is designed to provide you and your puppy with a solid foundation of skills to set you up for a lifetime of success.

In this course, you will learn how to:

• Address nipping and jumping
• Build relaxation and calmness
• Teach and support appropriate greetings with people
• Reduce fear, anxiety, and over-excitement around other dogs
• Promote attention to handler in new environments
• Teach a default safety leave it behavior
• Support focus around distractions
• Keep your pup busy with enrichment and confidence-building exercises
• Teach and strengthen “come,” “leave it,” “drop it,” and other basic obedience skills

Before the first class, you will receive a pre-recorded lecture (via email). You must watch this lecture before the first class, as it will cover important concepts (in place of an in-class lecture), which will maximize training time.

You will need the following:

• Control Unleashed® book
• Balance harness (by Blue-9 online)
• 6-ft leash
• Portable mat (e.g., Mutt Mat online)
• Treat bag (e.g. Rapid Rewards on Amazon)
• 2-3 quart bags of soft, small treats (chicken, hot dogs, cheese)

(Puppies under 6 months only. Clickers will be provided. No retractable or chain leashes allowed, no prong/pinch/choke/shock collars allowed.)

Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am, 10 weeks: 9/17-11/19 (NOTE: class is 12-1pm for the FIRST two weeks of class only)

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

This class will give you insight into why your dog does the things they do. It will focus on learning life skills that form the building blocks for behavior. These skills will set you and your puppy up for a life of mutual respect and communication. Some topics covered are handling distractions, recall, stationing, relaxing in the presence of other dogs, and establishing comfort with grooming. 

For dogs eight weeks to six months old.

Please bring your puppy on a harness with a standard 6 ft leash, plenty of really yummy treats (cheese, chicken, hot dogs, or similar).  Prong, slip, choke, vibration, or shock collars not permitted.

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

This class focuses on pattern games and the tools to give your dog the skills to cope with the world. We will also cover effective socialization using a deliberate focused method. This class is great for handling your over-excited pup, your shy pup, or as a preventive tool for reactivity. All dogs will have their own working stations.

Please bring your dog on a harness with a standard 6 ft leash, plenty of really yummy treats (cheese, chicken, hot dogs, or similar).  Prong, slip, choke, vibration, or shock collars not permitted. Bring an inexpensive, portable mat and the book Reactive to Relaxed by Leslie McDevitt. (For dogs 6 month- 1 year - other ages accepted based on availability in class and instructor approval). 

Thursdays 8:30-9:15 p.m. Eight weeks: 8/25-10/13

This 12 week class will examine the function of growling, lunging, or fleeing behaviors and help the dogs learn socially acceptable behaviors that serve the same function. CU and BAT build confidence by teaching dogs how to control their environment with little interference from us. CU and BAT will empower you and your dog as you learn how to understand your dog while your dog learns to safely interact with people and other dogs. You will learn:

• How to encourage or shape a "replacement behavior" that provides your dog with the same function as the unwanted behavior.
• Why it's important to keep your dog calm in the presence of a trigger while teaching him to make good choices.
• Practical ways to keep your dog from being pushed into a reactive state in and around your home and on walks.

Please bring your dog to class on a soft buckle collar or front clip harness, a six foot leather or nylon leash. No retractable or chain leashes allowed. No prong/pinch collars allowed. Bring 2-3 quart bags of soft, small, easily eaten treats such as hot dogs, cheese or chicken. Bring an inexpensive, portable mat. 

• You will need a 15 – 20 ft. long line and a front attached harness for the later portion of the class.  Both long lines and harnesses can be purchased at AnnaBelle’s. Training clients receive 15% discount off all leashes.
• Required reading for this class can be purchased at AnnaBelle’s. 
• Class size limited to 4 dogs per class.
• NO DOGS THE FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS - LECTURE ONLY

Wednesdays, 3:30-4:15 pm. 12 weeks: 9/7-11/23
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15 pm. 12 weeks: 9/7-11/23

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

For puppies 10-20 weeks of age. This class begins the important process of training and socialization. Topics include household manners, preventing and managing problem behaviors and basic obedience exercises. Class size limited.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS. IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER AFTER NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS, PLEASE CALL 517.599.0995 FOR AVAILABILITY AND REGISTRATION.

Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Six weeks: 11/7-12/12

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

Do you have an anxious dog? Or a reactive dog that barks or lunges at anything new it encounters?  So did I...But not anymore! Learn the techniques I used to move my dog, Arrow from Reactive to Calm or to help your shy pup go from frightened to confident.  Class size is limited.

Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Six weeks: 10/5-11/9

*Class size is limited. 

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via facsimile or email before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

This course will cover the basics to get you started on a trusting, respectful and fulfilling relationship with your new puppy. Each class will include teaching a new basic obedience behavior, like “sit”, down, “don’t pull” and “come” with the scientifically proven training method of Clicker Training. Each class will also include “Puppy Do’s and Don’ts” to answer your specific questions, problems and concerns.  And of course, each week your puppy will get to PLAY and socialize. And you, as a “Puppy Parent” will learn what to look for in puppy play, what’s appropriate, what’s not, when to step in and when to let it roll. For puppies 8-20 weeks. All puppies must be current with vaccinations appropriate for their age. Bring lots of YOUR puppy’s favorite soft treats. Class size is limited.

Tuesdays 6-7 pm.  Six Weeks: 10/4-11/8
Wednesdays 6-7 pm.  Six Weeks: 10/5-11/9

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via email or or facsimile before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

Carol Hein-Creger of the Canine Training Center presents this class for all dogs 5 months and older who have not had structured training. Topics include household manners, preventing and managing behavior issues and basic obedience exercises, including sit, stay, down, come, and walking on a leash without pulling. Class size is limited.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS. IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER AFTER NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS, PLEASE CALL 517.599.0995 FOR AVAILABILITY AND REGISTRATION.

Mondays, 7-8 pm. Six weeks: 11/7-12/12

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

*NO DOGS FIRST CLASS.*

Dawn E. Archer, ABCDT uses scientifically proven "clicker training" and "free shaping" used to teach your dog all the basics plus other fun, useful behaviors. Learn how to become a benevolent leader to manage and prevent unwanted behaviors. This is an especially great class for first time owners or newly adopted shelter/rescue dogs. No corrections used as you build a bond of trust and respect. For dogs of all ages. Class size is limited. *

The first night of class will be lecture only, please do not bring dogs to class.

Tuesdays 7:15-8:15 pm. Six weeks: 10/4-11/8

Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15 pm. Six weeks: 10/5-11/9

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations via facsimile or email before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*

PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION: CLARK CORNERS, 1161 E. CLARK RD, DEWITT MI 48820

This fun-filled intermediate level class is for owners that want to advance their dog's training beyond the basic level to include off leash and distance control. Off leash skills are introduced as well as hand signals, distance control and proofing responses around distractions. Appropriate for dogs that have completed a beginning level class or its equivalent.  Class size is limited.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS. IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER AFTER NOON ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS, PLEASE CALL 517.599.0995 FOR AVAILABILITY AND REGISTRATION.

Mondays, 8-9 p.m. Six weeks: 11/7-12/12

ATTENTION:

All students must fill out a training survey.

Please provide proof of vaccinations on or before the first night of class.

*Due to high demand, AnnaBelle's does not offer refunds on classes after the class has started*