Obedience

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and Friday evenings.

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 48820

This class is designed to help you sharpen up the skills needed to pass Therapy Dog tests, Canine Good Citizen tests, and Buddy's PALS test. Curriculum will be tailored to meet the needs of each class. NOTE: no prong, choke, e-collar, flexi, and bring a sandwich bag full of treats like real meat and cheese (hotdogs, chicken, mozzarella sticks).

PLEASE NOTE: THIS CLASS IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR REACTIVE DOGS.  Please call us to talk about an appropriate class, if your dog is reactive.

Wednesdays, 8-9 p.m. Six weeks: 1/25-3/1

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

R.E.S.C.U.E. 2.0 Reactive. Education. Support. Confidence.  Understanding. Energy. 

Rescue 2.0 will only be offered to those who already completed the first Rescue class. 

You will obtain a password at the completion of R.E.S.C.U.E. to enter online to sign up for R.E.S.C.U.E 2.0

It will be a mix of agility, intermediate obedience, and practical life skills. Limit to 6 dogs. Dogs will be at the first class.

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

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. Through Winter, class will be held indoors only. 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

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.

Class does not address resource guarding and may not be suitable if that is your main problem.

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 5.

Thursdays, 7-8 pm.  Six weeks: 1/26-3/2

Thursdays, 8-9 pm.  Six weeks: 1/26-3/2

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*

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: 1/21-3/25

*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*

The goal of this 12 week class is to have fun with your dog while learning rally novice , connect and make new friends and enjoy a bit of wine. This class is open to all ages, no one under the age of 21 years will be allowed in the consumption of any alcohol during this class.

Please bring your dog to class on a flat buckle or martingale collar and six foot leash. No prong, shock collars or flexi leashes. Please bring a variety of high value treats for your dog such as chicken, cheese or hotdogs to class.

Fridays 7-8 pm, 12 weeks: 1/13-3/31

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 7:30-8:15 p.m. Eight weeks: 1/26-3/16

This 12 week class will prepare your dog for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test and the AKC Novice Trick Dog title.

Please bring your dog to class on a flat buckle or martingale collar and six foot leash. No prong, shock collars or flexi leashes. Please bring a variety of high value treats for your dog such as chicken, cheese or hotdogs to class. No dry kibble or biscuits.

Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15 pm. 12 weeks: 1/11-3/29

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: 1/11-2/15

*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: 1/10-2/14
Wednesdays 6-7 pm.  Six Weeks: 1/11-2/15

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, 6-7 pm. Six weeks: 1/9-2/13

Mondays, 7-8 pm. Six weeks: 1/9-2/13

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: 1/10-2/14

Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15 pm. Six weeks: 1/11-2/15

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: 1/9-2/13

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*

The Control Unleashed® class is for fearful/reactive dogs. This twelve week class will teach the dog and handler skills to cope with stressful situations,giving the dogs the ability to stay calm when faced with the triggers that cause inappropriate reactions. This class is limited to 4 participants. PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED IN ADVANCE IN ORDER TO HOLD CLASS SPOT.  Please note: no dogs first class.

Tuesdays, 6:30-7:15 pm. 12 weeks: 1/10-3/28

Wednesdays, 3:30-4:15 pm. 12 weeks: 1/11-3/29

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*