Mission Statement
My goal is to share with you the tools and knowledge necessary for effective dog training and communication with your canine partner. Understanding canine behavior is essential whether you're raising a well-mannered dog or preparing for competition. Participating in obedience classes can significantly enhance your training experience and help you learn how to communicate with your canine companion, which is crucial in making your goals come true.
What We Offer
Group Obedience Classes
We provide AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training, leading into various advanced obedience classes focused on improving canine behavior. At the end of each puppy class, the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test will be administered. Additionally, students can take the CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test for free at scheduled intervals.
Our dog training takes place in a climate-controlled indoor facility, featuring limited class sizes to ensure that you and your canine partner receive the attention you both deserve.
Basic & Advanced Competition Obedience/Rally Skills
Explore the world of AKC Competition Obedience and Rally, where you and your dog can enhance their canine behavior through focused heeling, fronts and finishes, stands, pivots, lateral movement, and much more!
Once you grasp the basics, our obedience classes will help you work through distractions, improve precision, and build motivation.
AKC Rally
TEAMWORK!! AKC Rally is an obedience-based AKC sport that enhances your dog's training and sharpens their obedience skills while strengthening your relationship. You and your canine partner will navigate through a course focused on canine behavior, performing what each sign requires.
Drop-Ins Welcomed! ($35)
AKC Open
AKC Open is the second level of Competition Obedience (CDX), where skills in canine behavior are essential. This level requires retrieves and jumping, indicating that you must have advanced skills in dog training. Additionally, you should be working towards your Novice Title (CD) or have experience gained from obedience classes.
CGC Testing & Trick Dog Titling
CGC Testing & Trick Dog Titling
Earn your AKC CGC (Canine Good Citizen) certification through our dog training programs. This test will be offered free to all Foothills Canine Academy students periodically, as time permits. The testing date will be posted on our Facebook page, where you can also stay updated on our obedience classes and canine behavior workshops!
Additionally, we can assist you in obtaining your AKC Trick Dog Titles. To schedule a time for this testing, please reach out to me directly.