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We offer group classes, private lessons, board and train, and other programs for all of your dog tra

10/19/2026

Class Opportunity - Controlled Canine

Don’t miss out! Our next Controlled Canine class starts TOMORROW - Tuesday, October 20th, at 4:30pm!

This will be the last Controlled Canine class of the year, and among our last openings for any training classes this year.

Learn how to develop real control and voluntary attentiveness in your dog, without being dependent on rewards for bribery. Teach real-world skills like stopping and checking in when you call their name, a relaxed “settle” stay position, recall with foundations for off leash work, an emergency stop/down command, polite on-leash behavior, and more!

Comment or message me for more information or to sign up! We’d love to have you!

10/05/2026

It's that time of the year again! Don't miss out on our "Happy Howlidays" Holiday Prep class!

$65 for 3 weeks - 1 hour classes - Limit 6 dogs

This class is instructed by Jill Owen, and is designed to prepare both dogs and their owners for many challenging scenarios they may experience during the upcoming holiday season. We will place a strong emphasis on proofing and generalizing obedience around a variety of challenging distractions, practicing polite manners around people and food, and much more! We will also discuss management strategies and holiday safety tips. This class is open to dogs with or without previous training!

No previous training required! Dogs must be at least 6 months old.

Class Schedule:
Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm, Oct 8 - Oct 22

Contact me to register, or go to the Classes page of the website!

09/25/2026

Class Update:
New classes will start the week of October 5th! If you’re on our contact list, check your email for schedules and registration!
The website has not been updated yet, and I’m headed out of town for a long weekend and may not be able to get to it until next week.
*If you are not on our contact list and would like to receive the class schedules and information via email so that you can get signed up now, just message me your email address and I’ll send it!*

09/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Intro to Disc workshop this past weekend! We had a great time learning from Hope as she taught us about the disc sports, helped us introduce our dogs to the game or improve on skills the dogs already had, and helped us improve our disc handling and throwing so that we can create a safe and fun game for our dogs!

08/02/2026

Play as the Way 1 class starts MONDAY!

Learn how to teach your dog important life skills and obedience through PLAY, and make training fun for both you and your dog!

This class will cover concepts like clear communication, training through play, basic obedience skills, leash manners, how to stop unwanted or problematic behaviors, and how to communicate to your dog when it’s time to play and when it’s time to just chill out.

This class is an especially good fit for young, energetic, and playful dogs who need an outlet for their desire to play, and self control skills!

Comment or message for more information!

07/31/2026

*New Classes Start Next Week!*

I apologize for how late I am getting this information posted here… we’ve been away at the beach!

New classes start next week, and we still have openings in the following classes:
• Dogmanship 1, Mondays at 6:00pm
• Play as the Way 1, Mondays at 7:30pm
• Dogmanship 2, Tuesdays at 4:30pm
• STAR Puppy, Tuesdays at 7:30pm (new clas added after our first puppy class filled!)
• Intro to Nosework, Thursdays at 4:30pm

And a number of drop-in training options for socialization and competition obedience!

Comment here or shoot a message for more information!

06/19/2026

* Dogmanship 1 Class Opportunity *
Our June classes filled up quickly, so we are looking at the possibility of adding another Dogmanship 1 class to the schedule this session.
The class would be a 4-week class with 1.5 hour classes each week, starting on June 23rd or 30th (depending on if/when we gather enough interest), from 4:00-5:30pm.
If you're ready to learn how to communicate with your dog better, teach and reinforce obedience skills, develop polite leash manners, stop unwanted behaviors, and more - now is your chance!
Please reach out for additional details or to express interest in joining!

04/16/2026

Join us for classes this spring!
• STAR Puppy - Tuesdays 4:30 or 6pm
• Controlled Canine - Mondays 4:30pm
• Play as the Way 1 - Mondays 7:30pm
• Dogmanship 2 - Mondays 6pm or Saturdays 10am

Questions? Just shoot a message!

03/01/2026

Leisurely Leash Skills Workshop - This Monday at 4:30pm!

Learn how to teach your dog to walk politely and cooperatively on leash in this 1-hour workshop!

$25/dog. No previous training required! Message me to sign up!

Address

22590 Scotts Lane
Tremont, IL
61568

Telephone

+13092416261

Website

http://www.canineinitiative.com/

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