Who says you can't teach old dogs new tricks?     Got an energetic puppy or an over excited pooch? Plan now for training classes!   Click the titles below for more information or check out the calendar. Please click HERE to learn more about our  exciting and flexible opportunities for training with our new Levels Program.   All trainings take place at Animalia's Dog Daycare and Training Center located at 5607 E. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46219.  Enter through the rear entrance.   Elementary School - Tuesday Nights at 7pm.  See below for the class outline and checklist.  RSVP required.  Middle School - Thursday Nights at 7pm.  See below for the class outline and checklist.  RSVP required.  Either successful completion of Elementary school or our instructor approval is required prior to starting class. High School - Thursday Nights at 7pm.  See below for the class outline and checklist.  RSVP Required.  Either successful completion of Middle School or instructor approval is required prior to starting class. Reactive Dog Class - Does your dog lunge and bark when it sees another dog?  Is your dog out of control around strangers?  Do bicycles send your dog into a frenzy?  What about roller skates, etc.  Then this class is for you.    Contact Ailigh for the next class dates. One Day Workshops Thinking about getting a dog? Having a baby? Kitty Kindergarten Private training Training and Behavior Information and Links       Elementary School: Interested in teaching your dog some house manners and how to be a better behaved dog?  This class is designed for dogs with no previous training experience or dogs newly adopted.  Elementary School covers basic training including sit, down, stand, targeting, loose leash walking, sitting for petting, come, stay, and leave-it.   This class is open for dogs over 3 months of age and is runs every Tuesday night at 7pm. RSVP is required 2 days in advance.   Call Ailigh at (317) 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us to enroll now.  Download the Registration Form and drop off at Animalia or email the completed form to ailigh@animalia.us.  You will also need a copy of the general information sheet and the Elementary School Checklist.  Payment can be made in class or through Google below.     Back to Top                 Middle School: Interested in continuing to work with your dog?  Middle school is for dogs with elementary school or the equivalent under their belt and focuses on improving the skills already learned.  We will work on performing with distractions, encouraging an increased focus, and extended stays.  Middle school will also cover dog/people meet and greets as well as teaching the dog to settle, “give”, and some fun skills too. Class will be held on Thursday nights at 7pm. Please print a copy of the Middle School Checklist prior to the first class.  RSVP is required 2 days before class. Call Ailigh at 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us with any questions or download and email the Registration form to sign-up.  Payment in Cash or Check can be made at Animalia or through Google, below.     Back to Top             High School.  Interested in keeping your dog active, burning off steam, and working together through an agility course or Rally Obedience?  High school is for the dog – owner team that is looking for a little something extra.  Class will be held on Thursday nights at 7pm.  Please print a copy of the High School Checklist prior to the first class. Call Ailigh at 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us if you have any questions.  You can complete the Registration form and pay through Google using the button below.   Back to Top                 Credit Card Payment Training Class Options

Clicking on your session choice will add the amount to your Google Cart which can be seen in the upper right hand corner of the screen.

 

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Levels Class

The Levels Class is a flex-time/on-going group class teaching everything from basic manners to advanced concepts. It is open to dogs and puppies of all ages who meet minimum vaccination requirements. You can start at any time by attending the monthly orientation or by being a current client.

To move from one level to the next, handlers and dogs must meet all outlined criteria which will be covered in orientation. The orientation also teaches you the basics of training and how dogs learn. As you progress through the classes, your dog will learn basic obedience and manners, and will learn to respond through increasingly difficult distractions. The Levels Classes feature positive reinforcement and clicker training - fast learners are not held back and slower ones can take their time without pressure.

You can purchase 6 or 12 lessons in advance and use them up within 3-6 months. You will be required to RSVP to the lesson you choose to attend at least 2 days before to ensure that class is neither cancelled nor full (8 maximum in a class).

Price: Six-class-pass for $95 (to be used within three months) or Twelve-class-pass for $185 (to be used within six months). Advanced students are welcome to drop-in to lower Levels classes to practice, with a payment of $18/dog.

Schedule

• Elementary School - Tuesday Nights.  7pm.  RSVP by Sunday

• Middle School - Thursday Nights.  7pm.  RSVP by Monday

• High School - Thursday Nights.  7pm.  RSVP by Tuesday.

Reactive Dog Class

This class is designed for dogs who are reactive to dogs, people, or objects while on leash.  We will focus on desensitizing the dogs to their triggers, reducing anxiety, building coping skills, and improving behavior when in the presence of these triggers.  Since the leash holder often feels embarrassed and can make matters worse, we will also focus on increasing handler skills and confidence. 

This is a four week class, three weeks in the training center and one week out and about.  The first class is a mandatory orientation without the dogs.  Some special equipment such as head halters will be required.  Due to the nature of this class, it is important that each week you work with your dog on the skills learned.  The questionnaire must be complete before attending the first night.

More information will be provided when you sign up for the class about length of class and materials required.

Call Ailigh at (317) 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us to enroll now. 

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Workshops Each Workshop will focus on ONE topic.  They will be held on Saturdays for 1 -2 hours depending on the topic.  Some will be held with dogs, others will be held without dogs.

- What is My Dog Saying?  The interesting subject of canine body language. TBD.

- Agility for Fun!  Coming this summer

Email ailigh@animalia.us to sign-up and for specific details for each workshop.

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Getting a dog? Are you thinking about getting a puppy or adopting a dog?  There is a lot to consider when adding a new member to your family.  Call Ailigh at 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment to discuss your families needs.  Prices depend on your family's needs but are based on a Per Session rate.

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Having a baby?  Worried about how your dog or cat will respond?  Call Ailigh at 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment to discuss the steps you can take to better prepare the dog or cat in your life to the changes they will experience.

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Private Training: Animalia offers private training to help you teach your dog.  This is tailored to your specific needs.    Classes can be customized to your needs or can follow one of the following predefined classes

• Puppy Class - Teach your new puppy the basics of survival in his new human household as well as working on basic training using a clicker (sit, stay, loose leash walking, come)
• Basic training - Teach your dog basic life skills using the Clicker method (sit, stay, down, loose leash walking, etc.)
• Obedience - Continue from the basic training class and teach your dog to heel, recall, fronts, finishes and other behavior you may need.
• Handling - enables you to handle your dog's ears, paws, nails and body simply and easily. Save money by trimming nails at home, and make your vet and groomer love you!
• House Training
• Other problem areas as needed.

Private training available for single sessions, 4 week or 7 week sessions.

 Call Ailigh at 695-5464 or email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment.

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