Obedience Training Schedule

Dog Training Classes & Play Groups

Woof! Check out our new classes for 2012!!

Our classes and play groups are open to the public and held at
the Potter League's Indoor Behavior and Training Center
located at 87 Oliphant Lane in Middletown RI.

To pre register, please download a registration form and read over our Training Guidelines, then email Jill or call 401 846-8276 ext 122 Monday through Friday.
If you are visiting this site on a weekend and would like information about attending a class on that same weekend, please call 846-8276 ext 100 to speak with our front desk staff.

Proof of your dog's vaccinations is required for participation.
Children 6 years and older are welcome in classes when accompanied
by an adult, unless noted otherwise.

All classes are deliberately kept affordable to encourage people to train their dogs using the most modern, humane, and effective methods. Class sizes are limited to ensure you and your dog receive professional, individual attention.

Frequent user Punchcards available for Playgroups and now for Dog Sports Classes like Agility, Doggy-O and Freestyle Dancing! Buy 10 playgroups and get the 11th free and buy 5 Dog Sports Classes and get the 6th free! Available at our front desk.

Pre registration is required for ALL classes and play groups.

We're sorry, but class tuition is non-refundable.

A TRAINED DOG....IS A HAPPY OWNER!

To view class descriptions please scroll to the bottom. Thank you!

Class Title	Day & Time	Cost	Duration & Date(s)	Age of Pet & Additional Info
Puppy One	Saturday 10-11am	$120	6 weeks 1/7-2/11 Class is FULL. Registration is closed.	2-4 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Saturday 8:30-9:30am	$120	6 weeks 2/25-3/31	2-4 months First class is an orientation, no pups

	Wednesday 1-2pm	$120	6 weeks 2/1-3/14 Registration is open until 2/8/11. (No class on 2/22)	2-4 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Thursday 6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 1/19-2/23	2-4 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Thursday 6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 3/8-4/12	2-4 months First class is an orientation, no pups
Puppy Two There are NO pre- requisites for this class.	Saturday 8:30-9:30am	$120	6 weeks 1/7-2/11 Class is FULL. Registration is closed.	5-9 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Sunday 6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 2/26-4/1	5-9 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Tuesday 6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 1/24-2/28 Class is FULL. Registration is closed.	5-9 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Tuesday 7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 2/28-4/3	5-9 months First class is an orientation, no pups
	Thursday 11-12 noon	$120	6 weeks 2/16-3/22	5-9 months First class is an orientation, no pups
Basic Obedience	Saturdays 11:30am-12:30pm	$120	6 weeks 1/7 - 2/11 Class is FULL. Registration is closed.	10 months & older First class is an orientation, no dogs

	Tuesday 6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 3/13-4/17	10 months & older First class is an orientation, no dogs
	Thursday 7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 2/9-3/15	10 months & older First class is an orientation, no dogs
Small Breed Obedience
Small Breed Obedience	Monday 6-7pm	$80	4 weeks 2/27-3/19	5 months & older 25 lbs and under First class is an orientation, no dogs
Intermediate Classes	Puppy Honors 6 week class	$120	Monday 3/19-4/23 7:15-8:15pm Tuesday 1/17-2/21 *new dates* 7:15-8:15pm	4-9 months Pre-requisite: Completion of our Puppy One class There is NO Orientation for Puppy Honors students. Please bring your pup to all classes.
Intermediate Classes	Junior Honors 3 week class	$60	Sunday 2/26-3/11 7:15-8:15pm	6 months & older Pre-requisite: Completion of our Puppy Two class There is NO Orientation for Junior Honors students. Please bring your pup to all 3 classes.
Separation Anxiety WORKSHOPS	Saturday 2:30 - 3:30pm	$20 per session	February 4	Owners only, no dogs. email ByronD@PotterLeague.org to pre register.
Basic Obedience Brush Up
	Saturday 1-2pm	$20 per class	Feb. 25 March 10	5 months & older Pre-requisite: Knowledge of basic commands.
	Thursday 7:15-8:15pm	$20	March 22	5 month & older Pre-requisite: Knowledge of basic commands.
Agility "Try-it" Class!	Saturday 1-2pm	FREE for first time attendees!	February 4 This session is FULL. Please call for new dates!	All ages welcome As with all classes, pre registration is required.
Agility Intro Class! New 3-week class	Saturday 11:30-12:30pm	$50	3 weeks 2/25-3/10	All ages welcome
Agility Intro Class! New 3-week class	Sunday 7:15-8:15pm	$50	3 weeks 3/18-4/1	All ages welcome
Agility Beginner Class!	Friday 6-7pm	$10	March 2	All ages welcome
Agility Beginner Class!	Saturday 1-2pm	$10	Jan. 28	All ages welcome
Agility Level One Class!	Friday 6-7pm	$10	Feb. 24	All ages welcome
Agility Level One Class!	Saturday 11:30-12:30pm	$10	March 17	All ages welcome
Leash Reactive Class* *A phone consultation with an instructor is required prior to pre registration.	Monday 7:30-8:30pm	$90	4 weeks 1/16-2/6 Class is full. Registration is closed.	5 months & older First class is an orientation, no dogs Call Byron for a consultation at 401-846-8276 ext. 104
	Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm	$90 per 4-wk session	2/8-2/29 or 3/14-4/4	5 months & older First class is an orientation, no dogs Call Byron for a consultation at 401-846-8276 ext. 104
Leash Reactive REFRESHER Class	Monday 7:30-8:30pm	$20	Feb. 13	Pre-requisite: Completion of Leash Reactive Class
Leash Reactive REFRESHER Class	Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm	$20 per class	March 7	Pre-requisite: Completion of Leash Reactive Class
Doggy-O "Try-it" Class! (aka Rally-O)	Next Class: TBA
Doggy-O
	Friday 6-7pm	$10 per class	2/3, 3/9	All ages welcome
	Saturday 1-2pm	$10 per class	2/11, 3/3	All ages welcome

Recall *A phone consultation with an instructor is required prior to pre registration.	NEW DATE JUST ADDED! Sunday 6-7pm Monday 7:15-8:15pm	$45 $45	2 weeks 2/12 & 2/19 2 weeks 3/5 & 3/12	5 months & older Pre-requisite: dogs must know commands sit, down, stay, & watch me. Prior completion of an obedience class is highly recommended. Call Byron for a consultation at 401-846-8276 ext. 104
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) *EVALUATIONS*	Saturday 1-2pm	$10 per eval	1/21, 2/18, 3/17	Call Byron Davies at 401.846.8276 ext. 104 to pre-register
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) *CLASSES*	Saturday 10-11am	$100	5 weeks 2/25-3/24	5 months & older
Loose Leash Walking *A phone consultation with an instructor is required.	Next Class: TBA			5 months & older Pre-requisite: dogs must know commands sit, down, stay, & watch me. Prior completion of an obedience class is highly recommended. Call Byron for a consultation at 401-846-8276 ext. 104

Dancing with your Dog "Try-it" Class! (aka Freeystyle)	Next Class: TBA
Dancing with your Dog	Friday 6-7pm	$10 per class	Feb. 17 March 16	5 months & older
Puppy Play Group PUNCH CARDS AVAILABLE! *Scroll down to see how you can get a FREE play group!	Pups 2-4 months Fridays 9-10am	$7 per group	Every week	For pups 2-4 months email ByronD@PotterLeague.org to pre register.
	Pups 2-4 months Tuesdays 5-6pm	$7 per group	Every week	For pups 2-4 months email ByronD@PotterLeague.org to pre register.
	Pups 5-8 months Every Friday 10-11am New!!!! Sundays 2/5 @ 6pm 2/12 @ 7:15pm 2/19 @ 7:15pm	$7 per group	Playgroup for Older Puppies! Learn to Play....Play to Learn!	For pups 5-8 months email ByronD@PotterLeague.org to pre register.
Small Breed Play Group PUNCH CARDS AVAILABLE! *Scroll down to see how you can get a FREE play group!	Tuesday 9:30-10:30am	$7 per group	Every week	All ages, 25 lbs & under Limit of two dogs per family.
	Wednesday 6-7pm	$7 per group	Every week	All ages, 25 lbs & under Limit of two dogs per family.
	Thursday 10-11am	$7 per group	Every week	All ages, 25 lbs & under Limit of two dogs per family.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO SCROLL DOWN TO VIEW CLASS DESCRIPTIONS!

Listed below are class descriptions.

All classes are held indoors in our Behavior & Training Center.

Dogs are required to be leashed for all classes unless otherwise noted.

If you see a class you are interested in but it is not listed on the current schedule above, please give us a call or email.

Helpline	Our Behavior & Training Department has implemented a Helpline. If you need help with your animal and would like to speak to one of our behavior and training specialists, please call 846-8276 ext. 104 or email ByronD@PotterLeague.org.
Private Behavior Consultations	Among the many group classes we offer, the Potter League also offers private consultations to the public. Please call or email our Director of Behavior & Training, Byron Davies at ByronD@PotterLeague.org or 846-8276 ext. 104. Consultations are made by appointment only and held either in the shelter or in your home. Fees apply.
Puppy One	Our age-appropriate Puppy Class will focus on bonding, house & crate training, nipping, chewing, and jumping. Instruction includes supervision & management skills as well as socialization & handling. Some basic obedience will be introduced. Owners learn to understand & effectively deal with the stages of puppy development.
Puppy Two	This age-appropriate Puppy Two class will focus on juvenile behaviors such as barking, jumping, biting, and digging. Instruction includes ongoing supervision & management skills as well as continued socialization & handling. Basic obedience will be introduced. Owners learn to understand & effectively deal with the final stages of puppy development.
Puppy Honors & Junior Honors	Congratulations! You and your dog have successfully completed our Puppy One or Puppy Two class! These classes will focus on advancing your dog's skills to the next level. Using common distractions, you will work on learned commands and be introduced to some of the exercises used in our Canine Good Citizen program!
Basic Obedience	Our Basic Obedience class is for adolescent & adult dogs with no prior training. This class will reinforce good behaviors while extinguishing unwanted ones. Learn & review basic obedience. Important social skills will also be introduced.
Basic Obedience Brush Up	Join us to 'brush up' on basic obedience exercises!
Small Breed Obedience	This class is specially designed for small dogs & their unique personalities. Join other small dogs & their humans for an action-packed class. Learn to reinforce good behaviors & eliminate negative ones.
Separation Anxiety WORKSHOPS	Is your dog unable to be left alone? Doe he panic, chew on door frames or destroy things when you leave the house? Come and learn how you can manage your anxious 'velcro' dog. These sessions are Workshop and Question & Answer forums. No dogs please.
NewNewNew Beginner "Try-it" Dog Sport Classes: Agility Doggy-O (Rally-O) Dancing with your Dog (Freestyle)	Dip your paw in the waters to see if you and your dog like these FUN dog sport classes. Join other beginners for these non-competitive and interactive classes. First-time attendees to any of these classes are welcomed at no charge but we still need you to pre-register so we can be sure you and your dog receive adequate attention and time for any questions you may have.
Agility - Intro	Does your dog love to exercise his body and his mind? If so, you might want to try Dog Agility. During this new 3 week class you and your dog will be introduced to the basics of dog agility and each week you and your dog will build on your learned skills. Dogs are leashed and all training is positive & non-competitive. The aim of this class is for you and your dog to have some one-on-one exercise and fun together!
Agility - Beginner	A fun and non-competitive class for dogs of any age or size. Join us and run obstacles such as: jumps, hoops & weaving...It's a great way for you & your dog to bond, play, & work on obedience in a relaxed atmosphere - all at your own pace! Agility builds confidence and is great for shy dogs.
Agility - Level One	Ready to learn more? This class will introduce more obstacles such as the A-frame, tire jump, large tunnel and weave poles. Class is still relaxed and non-competitive. Pre-requisite: Familiarity with small tunnel, weaving, jumps, hoops & a few basic obedience commands.
Doggy-O (Rally-O)	Need to brush up on obedience? Talking, praise, & rewarding are encouraged. This class is held in a relaxed & informal environment. Perfect for beginners, timid, high strung, or unsure dogs.
Dancing with your Dog (Freestyle)	Come and learn some fun & interactive dance moves to do with your dog (freestyling)!
Leash Reactive	This class is for dogs who are reactive (lunging, barking, growling) toward other dogs when on leash. Learn calming techniques, how to manage your dog when on-leash around other dogs, and how to teach your dog to react more appropriately when he sees another dog. This class does not address aggression towards humans or dogs who are only aggressive towards other dogs when off-leash. Prefer to attend without your dog? Because we are aware that a leash-reactive dog is distracting & hard to control, we do provide the opportunity to observe, learn and ask questions even if you choose to leave your dog at home. Observation slots are limited. Fee is the same. This class requires a phone consultation with an instructor. Please call our Director of Behavior & Training, Byron Davies, at 401-846-8276 ext 104.
Leash Reactive REFRESHER	Practice all the skills you have learned in the Leash Reactive class! Pre-requisite: Completion of the Leash Reactive class
Recall	Learn the most important command you can teach your dog...to come when called - even outside. It could save his or her life. Pre-requisite: dogs must know commands sit, down, stay, & watch me. Prior completion of an obedience class is highly recommended. This class requires a phone consultation with an instructor. Please call our Director of Behavior & Training, Byron Davies, at 401-846-8276 ext 104.
Cafe Dog: A Manners Class	Prepare your dog to meet and greet family members and friends in a civilized manner! Some behaviors taught in this class are - "leave it," "sit for greeting," and "settle." No longer will you need to lock your dog upstairs while the party is going on! Using positive reinforcement methods, this class will address real life situations, such as NOT devouring the hors d' oeuvres on the coffee table! This fun and important class will culminate with a pot-luck meal with your well-mannered dog behaving right by your side! Pre-requisite: Dogs must be people and dog friendly and have reliable "sit" and "stay" commands.
Loose Leash Walking	Is walking your dog a real drag??? If so, then join us and learn techniques that will guarantee a pleasant walk for you and your dog! Pre-requisite: dogs must know commands sit, down, stay, & watch me. Prior completion of an obedience class is highly recommended. This class requires a phone consultation with an instructor. Please call our Director of Behavior & Training, Byron Davies, at 401-846-8276 ext 104.
Canine Good Citizen EVALUATION Canine Good Citizen CLASS	Interested in earning a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Certificate? Would you like your dog to be a companion for all people; to be a respected member of the community, to behave at home, in public & around other dogs? Sign up for an evaluation with an accredited AKC CGC evaluator. Your dog will be evaluated on certain commands and behaviors. Certificates will be issued upon successful completion of the evaluation. For those who do not successfully complete the evaluation, the evaluator will consult with you and may recommend specific training. Take a class to earn the Canine Good Citizen Award. This class will practice the 10 CGC testing requirements your dog will encounter in the CGC test. On the 5th week you will take the CGC test to see if you and your dog can get your CGC certificate. Pre-requisites for this class: Dogs must know sit, down, stay & loose leash walking. Dogs must accept petting from strangers without exhibiting shyness. Dogs must not be reactive or aggressive towards other dogs. A CGC evaluation is required before being placed in class. Please contact Byron at 846.8276 ext. 104
*PLAY GROUP - INFO AND UPDATES	The fee for each playgroup is $7.00 per dog PUNCH CARDS are available for purchase How do you get your free play group???? Purchase a $70 punch card for 10 playgroups and you get the 11^th free! Punch cards are available for purchase at the front desk of the shelter during normal hours of operation. For more information please contact Jill at JillH@PotterLeague.org or calling 401.846.8276 ext. 122
PUPPY Play Groups	Learn to Play & Play to Learn! Bring your puppy to play with friends his/her own age! A great way to work off that "puppy energy" and teach your puppy how to get along with others!
Small Breed Play Group Kids 8 yrs & older are welcome when accompanied by an adult.	Here's your opportunity to give your dog all the fun with none of the "big" guy intimidation! Small dogs interact in a supervised, safe environment with appropriate play.
Thank you for visiting our website! We look forward to working with you and your dog! Happy Training!