05/27/2026
We have openings available in our upcoming Life Skills 1 class! This class is taught by behavior expert Julie Shaw. Please contact Julie with interest at [email protected]
For: Puppies and dogs 16 weeks and older
Time: 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM
Dates: 7 week class, Tuesdays, beginning June 2 - July 14
Fees: $140 (non GLKC member), $105 (GLKC member)
Life can feel hectic and unpredictable—for us and our dogs. Life Skills I offers a slower, supportive learning environment where teams can build trust, confidence, and calm while developing practical, everyday skills.
This is not a fast-paced or high-pressure class. Emphasis is placed on connection, clear communication, and helping both dogs and handlers settle, focus, and learn together. While dogs are learning foundational skills, handlers are also learning how to slow down, notice, and respond with greater ease—skills that naturally support calm behavior on both ends of the leash.
You will learn:
How to read and respond to your dog’s body language
Foundational skills such as recall, leash walking, and settle
Tools to support calm behavior at home and in public
How to become a more confident, connected handler
Life Skills classes are offered in a group setting and may not be appropriate for all teams. Please contact Julie with any questions.
