101 - Beginning Puppy
This group class will focus on beginning socialization, management, handling, and manners class for puppies 10-16 weeks old (up to four months) at the start of the series. At least 2 sets of distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!) Six week class for $200. A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed about a week before class and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
101 - Beginning Puppy - Belvedere
Our Beginning Puppy, is being offered at Belvedere Community Center. This group class will focus on beginning socialization, management, handling, and manners class for puppies 10-16 weeks old (up to four months) at the start of the series. At least 2 sets of distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!) Six week class for $275 (some series will be prorated if fewer classes). A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed about 1 week before class and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
The Belvedere Community Center is located at 450 San Rafael Avenue in Belvedere. From 101 Take exit 447 for Tiburon Blvd/CA-131 East, At 3.2 miles, turn Right onto San Rafael Avenue. Take a Left onto Community Road and a Right into the parking lot.
9:00 AM
Rachel Goldschmid
101 - Puppies in the Park - Big and Bold
Join Puppies in the Park! This class is for pups approximately ages 14-20 weeks & between 16 and 30 pounds. These single-day events are held in the Marin Humane Parks. You and your dog will learn how to play with other dogs, how to interact with new environmental objects, and how to play with YOU. At least 2 sets of distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!) Please only sign up for one Puppies in the Park class per day. Each class is 45 minutes long for $25. Classes will be held for mild weather (sprinkles for example).
9:00 AM
Ann Glascock
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101 - Puppies in the Park - Tiny and Tender
Join Puppies in the Park! This class is for pups approximately ages 10-20 weeks & under 20 pounds. These single-day events are held in the Marin Humane Parks. You and your dog will learn how to play with other dogs, how to interact with new environmental objects, and how to play with YOU. At least 2 sets of distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!) Please only sign up for one Puppies in the Park class per day. Each class is 45 minutes long for $25. Classes will be held for mild weather (sprinkles for example). When available, classes will be moved indoors for more severe weather. Your instructor will email the morning of the class to indicate the status of the class!
10:00 AM
Ann Glascock
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10:00 AM
Ann Glascock
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102 - Family Dog 1
This group class is designed for dogs 4 months and older, any breed size. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it. Six week class for $200. Prefer a class just for small dogs? We offer the same beginning-level class for the little guys. Check out our Small Dog 1 class. A current dog license, rabies vaccine, and distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!). A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed about 1 week before the start of class and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
8:00 AM
Nancy Mimms
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12:30 PM
Chad Carlson
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4:00 PM
Amy McPherson
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11:00 AM
Chad Carlson
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8:30 AM
Aaron Abt
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12:30 PM
Chad Carlson
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102 - Family Dog 1 - Belvedere
Our Family Dog 1 class, is being offered at Belvedere Community Center. This group class is designed for dogs 4 months and older, any breed size. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it. A current dog license, rabies vaccine and current distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!). A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed about 1 week prior to the start of class and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
The Belvedere Community Center is located at 450 San Rafael Avenue in Belvedere. From 101 Take exit 447 for Tiburon Blvd/CA-131 East, At 3.2 miles, turn Right onto San Rafael Avenue. Take a Left onto Community Road and a Right into the parking lot.
10:30 AM
Rachel Goldschmid
102 - Family Dog 1 - Sonoma County
Our Family Dog 1 class, is being offered at FDSA Ranch. This group class is designed for dogs 4 months and older, any breed size. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it. A current dog license, rabies vaccine and current distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!). A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed about 1 week prior to the start of class and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
FDSA Ranch is located at 470 Sonoma Mountain Road, Petaluma, CA
102 - Perro de Familia 1
Esta clase grupal está diseñada para perros de 4 meses en adelante, de cualquier tamaño de raza. Una clase de nivel inicial que enseña los fundamentos de los buenos modales: sentarse, quedarse, venir, saludar cortésmente y caminar, esperar en las puertas para salir. Se requiere tener todas las vacunas al día para esta clase.
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6:00 PM
Martin Bergamaschi
103 - Small Dog 1
For small-breed dogs 4 months and older that will be 30 lbs. and under as adults. A beginning-level class teaching the fundamentals of good manners - sit, down, stay, come, polite greetings and walking, wait at doors, and leave it - with attention to small-breed training issues. A current dog license, rabies vaccine, and distemper/parvo shots are required (please confirm before signing up!). Six week class for $200. A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! If extenuating circumstances prevent us from having an in-person class, we may substitute it for a Zoom class!
106 - Bull Breed Basics
Are you a bully breed lover who would like to train with fellow bully enthusiasts and learn more about these unique dogs? This class is meant to give owners of Bully Breeds and Bully Breed mixes a head start on some basic attention and handler focus to get handler and dog ready for Family Dog 1. This class is not a substitute for Family Dog 1, nor does every Bully Breed need this class. In this 3 week series, you will learn about some of the unique behaviors these breeds typically exhibit that can be interpreted as aggressive or rude. Behaviors such as staring, rough play styles, and not allowing for customary personal space can all be misread and cause problems in the doggy world. Taking this course will give you a little more support, give you skills and time to practice specific tools, and ensure you are comfortable when you begin Family Dog 1. Relevant breeds and breed mixes are: Boxers, Bulldogs, Pit Bulls, Staffordshire terriers, Rottweilers and Mastiffs. This 3 week series is $75 and is for dogs 4 months or older. A 1-hour virtual orientation will be emailed and you will need to complete this and start some homework prior to the first class! Overly reactive dogs are not suited for this class. Please see Reactive Dog Consulting options here.
901 - Recalls and Engaged Walking
This workshop is 3 weeks (60 minute classes). Having your dog come when called and walking politely on leash are the two most requested skills in our training program. Well, this class is for YOU! This class focuses heavily on recall practice and walking your dog without losing an arm or a shoulder in the process. Have you ever called your dog and he goes the other way? Does your dog do a fly-by when you call her? Are you more (or less) exciting than the squirrel your dog chases? Recall training is vital to keeping your dog safe at the beach, at the dog park, in your yard, or even around your home. Come and learn how to be more exciting to your dog with some fun games so that he wants to run back when you call him. Prerequisite - Family Dog 1 graduates with dog-friendly dogs or Beginning Puppy taken within the last 3 months. Limited to 8 dog teams.
911B - Free Workshop - Wait You Are Leaving Me
Have you been at home with your dog for the past few months? Are you planning on heading back into the office in the near future? If you answered yes to both of those questions, this free course was made for you! This short course was designed to give our community the tools to prevent separation anxiety as we transition back to our old routines.
Though the date says 12/31/23, it’s available on-demand for whenever you want to watch it! When you register for this free course, you’ll also receive an email with some helpful resources. Please note that this course is designed for preventing and managing mild separation anxiety. If your dog has moderate to severe separation anxiety, you may want to schedule a consultation by emailing
OhBehave@MarinHumane.org or calls us at 415-506-6280.
