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Newly merged Humane Society Training School
Phone: 763-489-2217
Email: Training@animalhumanesociety.org
We strive to meet the needs of those living in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the areas
surrounding the Twin Cities by offering exceptional dog training and programs that
are fun for the whole family.
The Intro to Pet Training presentation is free to prospective students and is the first required class of our program.
If you aren’t sure about whether this is the program for you, read the information below, then come check us out and see what you think.
There's no cost or obligation.
Yappy Hour Schedule Changes
Yappy Hour on May 23rd has been re-scheduled to May 30.
This will be the last Yappy Hour of the season. The Yappy Hour scheduled for June 6th has been cancelled and we won't be having Yappy Hour over the summer due to low attendance during summer months. Yappy Hours will resume in the fall.
Thank you to everyone who has attended Yappy Hour this winter. We had fun playing and look forward to seeing you and you dogs again this fall. Have a safe and happy summer!
- AHS Training School
Yappy Hour Important Notice
All dogs coming to Yappy Hour must arrive and be checked in within the first 20 minutes of the session. Dogs arriving after the first 20 minutes will not be allowed in. This is to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all dogs that come to play. If it is your first time to a Yappy Hour please arrive a few minutes early in order to have your dogÂ’s vaccinations checked and fill out the necessary paperwork.
New Reactive Dog Class
Is your dog aggressive towards other dogs?
Are you embarrassed by your dogÂ’s behavior on a walk?
We can help! Now owners of dog-aggressive dogs can sign up for our new clinic
to learn to manage behavior using positive reinforcement.
$150 Clinic cost includes: 30 minute private session with 2 behavior and training experts, “Feisty Fido” book,
individual behavior assessment and consultation and techniques and management skills designed specifically for your dog.
Clinics are held the last Sunday of each month. Call 763-489-2217 to sign up. Spaces are limited!
About Our Classes
Our Flexible Schedule Program
Looking for a training class for your pet that is flexible, pet-oriented, family-friendly, and can meet the needs of your busy schedule? The Animal Humane Society has developed an innovative new class format that is designed to help you fit pet training into your life, instead of the other way around! Our new format is a progressive, go-at-your own pace Levels Program.
Our new format allows students to purchase a 2- or 4- month Training Pass that pays for a block of time in which to train your pet in weekly classes. All students will begin with our informative Intro to Pet Training session. The Intro to Pet Training is free to prospective students and is the first required class of our program. If you aren’t sure about whether this is the program for you, come check us out and see what you think with no obligation.
Which class is for me?
Puppies aged 2 to 6 months start with Puppy Kindergarten, puppies 6 months and older and adult dogs start in Level 1. We also offer the AKC Canine Good Citizen test monthly , Therapy Dog classes, Wallflower Classes for shy/fearful dogs and Tricks and Games classes
What is a level?
Each Level is a module with specific skills that will be mastered before the student moves up. Each level is designed to take 2 to 4 weeks. Students may progress at their own pace without feeling rushed.
Benefits of our Levels Classes over Traditional Class Format:
- Start classes on your schedule.
- Our free Intro to Pet Dog Training gives you a chance to come see if our program meets your needs. This is the required first class for our program, and is free to prospective students.
- Work at your own speed! Take the time you need to learn what your dog needs to know. Handlers with previous positive reinforcement training experience can move more quickly through the curriculum. First-time pet owners won’t feel rushed.
- We’re flexible! Students can miss a week without worrying about falling behind.
- Students can float to a class if they have a schedule conflict that week.
- All the dogs in each level are working on the same skills, and you’ll know what you need to master before moving up.
- Move at your own pace as you master the skills.
- Discount on our playgroups
Who Can Train?
Our classes are designed to be family friendly. All members of the household are welcome to train together.
Our Methods
- All our classes use dog-friendly training methods that all members of the family can do. We use a combination of lure/reward and clicker training.
- We want you to know the correct way to use food in training, so you and your dog do not become dependent on “treats”, but can also use Life Rewards when you have the behaviors well-established.
- We encourage but do not require use of Gentle Leader™
- 2- Month Training Pass $150.00 ($75.00/month)
4-Month Training Pass $250.00 ($62.50/month)
Private Training and Behavior Lessons
Private in-home lessons cost $90./hour
Private lessons at the shelter cost $75./hour
3-lesson package available, which includes:
- Three in-home lessons for $250.
- Gentle Leader™ Headcollar System ($25.00 value)
- Professional training and behavior staff works with both canine and feline behavior issues.
Why take classes at the Animal Humane Society Training School?
- Your class fees support homeless animals and programs of the Animal Humane Society · Your classes will be taught by experienced, knowledgeable trainers who love dogs and enjoy working with people.
- Our Training School is one of the few that encourages full participation by all family members, including your children.
- Our program teaches Real Life Skills you can use with your pet, rather than stylized obedience drills and “green mat skills”.
- Our Animal Training and Behavior Department has additional written materials and help for behavior problems for dogs, cats, or other pets
Specialty Classes
Wallflower Class
If your dog is shy/fearful, you can go from the Intro to this class, which was specially designed for dogs that are afraid of new people, places, objects, and sudden movements. Dogs in this class must not be aggressive toward other dogs or people.
Therapy Dog Class
This class is an advanced class for those wishing to do Animal-Assisted Activities with their dog. This test will prepare you and your dog to take a national certification test. Pre-requisites include: Canine Good Citizen Certificate, and the dog must enjoy being handled by many unfamiliar people.
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