Theresa's Dog Training

05/04/2026

Happy May! This week I have the advanced CGC (Community Canine) class starting. Dogs must have already passed the CGC to take the class. Check out my website for more information 😉 theresasdogtraining.com

04/23/2026

I still have a few spots available for the older puppy class (5 months & up) starting Saturday April 25th. Go to theresasdogtraining.com to sign up.

04/08/2026

Are you worried that training will hurt your dog's personality? Here's a link to a good article on training & personality.
https://www.thrivingcanine.com/blog/can_training_dog_ruin_personality/
Check out theresasdogtraining.com for training options

“I’m afraid my dog will lose her personality” “I don’t want my dog to be like a robot” “He’s a dog, just let him be a dog”  “I don’t want my dog to be afraid of me” “I don’t want him to only listen to commands and not know what to do on his own” […]

04/06/2026

There is an amazing article demonstrating why training your dog is important. Please visit the link to access the article.

gives a gripping example of why dogs must be trained, both for their's and the owner's benefit

04/05/2026

I have two classes starting this week.

Stay, Wait, and Come Class (3 weeks) starting Wednesday the 8th
The three commands are important commands used daily
The class brings about proficiency in dogs needing work
Doing these in a group setting helps to solidify these commands for dogs who are pretty proficient at home
The class cost could be as low as $20 a week, depending on how many dogs are enrolled
The class can be taken virtually for those not living close to me

Reactivity Class (12 weeks) starting Saturday the 11th
Find out what is likely making your dog reactive & how to work on this
Learn how to control your reactive dog in a controlled setting
Reduce your dog’s reactivity through practice with non-reactive and other reactive dogs enrolled
The class cost could be as low as $13 a week, depending on how many dogs are enrolled

For more information and to enroll go to theresasdogtraining.com

03/30/2026

Check this out!! Your cost for my group class decreases as others sign up for the class.

03/30/2026

Is my upcoming Distraction Class right for you?
Can your dog handle food dropping on the floor without immediately going to eat it?
Can you leave food on the counter without your dog taking it?
Will your dog listen to you even when someone rings the doorbell or someone is knocking on the door?
When you're on a walk with your dog will he/she not run after a squirrel or rabbit that crosses your path?
If you answered no to any of these questions, let me help strengthen your family with the Distraction Class.
A new class starts this week!
Go to theresasdogtraining.com to sign up.

03/13/2026

Two more days to sign up for the Canine Good Citizen prep class Here are the 10 test items:
1) Accepting a friendly stranger
2) Sitting politely for petting
3) Appearance & grooming (I inspect your dog)
4) Out for a walk (walk without pulling)
5) Walking (politely) through a crowd
6) Sit, down, stay
7) Come when called
😎 Good) Reaction to another dog
9) (Good) Reaction to distractions (new/unexpected things)
10) Supervised separation -- your dog stays with alone with me
Go to theresasdogtraining.com to register

Theresa’s Dog Training provides individualized, AKC-certified dog training programs to strengthen the entire family system. I provide in-home training based on the unique characteristics of your dog(s) and family. I can help address problem behaviors in your dogs.

03/12/2026

Have your & your dog's skills recognized by the American Kennel Club! Join me for the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class. In the 4 week class we prepare to take the test and on Week 4 we take the test. Here are the test items:
1) Accepting a friendly stranger
2) Sitting politely for petting
3) Appearance & grooming (I inspect your dog)
4) Out for a walk (walk without pulling)
5) Walking (politely) through a crowd
6) Sit, down, stay
7) Come when called
8) (Good) Reaction to another dog
9) (Good) Reaction to distractions (new/unexpected things)
10) Supervised separation -- your dog stays with alone with me
Next class starts on Sunday the 15th.
Go to theresasdogtraining.com to sign up!

03/10/2026

Why choose Theresa’s Dog Training?
I have been training for over 20 years. I know what I’m doing.
I offer both in your home & group training at mine.
Group classes are in a natural setting, no urine soaked, slick floors.
I’d love to meet your family 💕

02/18/2026

My upcoming young (3-4 month old) Puppy Class has 3 spots. It's a 7 week class on Mondays at 6:30 starting on February 23rd. I'll cover basic commands, potty training, nipping, grooming, and jumping. Class is held in a home with fully vaccinated dogs. To sign up go to theresasdogtraining.com.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from my pack to yours 💕