Group training classes allow our instructors to teach you how to train your dog!
Our group classes have 4-8 dog handler teams per class. Classes are 1 hour long and are held on set day and time each week for a series of weeks.
To register click on the class that works for you and complete the form and payment to reserve your spot.
If you don’t see a group class that works for you, contact us about private training lessons. Private lessons are customized to fit your schedule!
Please note-If your dog has behavior concerns group classes are not appropriate and private training/behavior counseling is needed. No refunds can be given if dogs must be excused from class for disruptive behavior.
Does Your Dog Want To Try Out A Bit Of Everything? How About A Sampler Class
Dog Sports Sampler Class!
This 3 week class explores a different dog sport each week! AKC Rally obedience, Agility, Nose Work Scent Training. Sample a new sport each week and see what fits you and your dog best! Use clicker training to teach a wide variety of skills that are useful in every day life and beyond! Fun foundation skills for dog sports that build attention and focus!
Cost is $85 per dog/handler team, class limit is 5-8, cost includes a clicker
Pre-requisite Basic Manners, or K9 Life Skills 1&2- dogs must be free from behavior concern
AKC Canine Fitness 1 Class brought to you by K9 Connections
This foundations fitness class will help you teach your dog the basic skills needed to perform canine fitness exercises safely and effectively. You will learn the core skills needed to increase muscle tone, flexibility, range of motion, endurance, and balance in your canine companion. In this class, your dog will learn body awareness and build confidence on the equipment. In this class, you will spend quality time with your best friend and learn training methodology along with core fitness exercises to provide enrichment opportunities for both you and your dog.
Senior Dog Fitness Class
Senior Dog Fitness Are you looking for a fun activity for your senior dog? Would you like some help keeping your best friend as mobile and pain free as possible throughout their golden years? Would you like some help taking a few pounds off your dog to help ease symptoms of arthritis? Then this Senior Fitness class is for you! We all want our dogs to live the best quality of life for as long as possible. It is important to exercise a senior dog’s mind as well as their body to keep them happy and healthy. In this class, we will discuss the challenges owners of senior dogs face, how to safely exercise your dog and use fitness equipment. We will take weights and measurements so you can track your dog’s progress. At the end of class, you will take away an exercise program to use with your dog for the rest of their life.
Posture Analysis Workshop
Posture Analysis Workshop (4 hours)
Facilitated by Becky Heiner, MS, CPCFT, CPDT-KA
No dog has perfect structure and although we can’t change structure, we can condition muscles around less than ideal anatomy through exercise to build strength and reduce the risk of injury. In this workshop, you’ll learn the difference between structure and posture. You’ll learn how to analyze your dog’s posture and what you can do to build strength and fix sloppy sits and downs. Front end angles, toplines, and hind limb structure will be discussed. You’ll also learn exercises for your dog to improve their posture.
Working and auditing spots are available. Workers will send photos ahead of time, so I can customize an exercise program for your dog. Workers also must bring their dog to the workshop so they can practice the recommended exercises. Auditors will not bring dogs to the workshop, but are encouraged to participate in discussions and ask questions.
Pet Massage
Saturday, Oct. 7th 8:00-12:00
Ideal Dog
372 S Koeller St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Learn how to perform pet massage at home. This class will cover types of canine massage, when to see a professional, and what techniques dog’s like! Learn the many benefits of massage such as how to reduce stress and anxiety in your dog, boost their immune system, aid in lymph flow, release tight muscles and warm up muscles. You will also learn when massage is not beneficial to your dog.
Cost: $65- Please mail check made out to K9 Connections
ATTN: Becky Heiner
511 Riverway
Menasha, WI 54952
You may also pay by cash or credit card day of workshop
Puppy Fitness
Saturday, Oct. 28 2023 12:00pm-2:00pm (Following Puppy Play Dates at Ideal Dog) Puppies 8 weeks to 12 months
A puppy fitness class is a great way to build your pup’s balance, confidence and proprioception. The exercises in this program are safe for growing bodies, will teach stillness and impulse control, and build the foundation for future exercise and a lifetime of fitness. Your pup will be introduced to equipment, different surfaces, weight shifting and foundation exercises.
Cost: $65
Please mail check made out to K9 Connections
ATTN: Becky Heiner
511 Riverway
Menasha, WI 54952
You may also pay by cash or credit card day of workshop
Beyond Manners- Competitive Obedience
This is a great class for students seeking a fun challenge after manners training to prepare for competition in Rally and Obedience. In this 6 week class you and your dog will work on the following:
- Obedience ring exercises -Sit stay (1 minute) and down stay (1 minute) with other dogs close by
- Sit stay- handler walks around the ring
- Sit stay for exam/Stand stay for exam
- “Heel”- Figure 8 exercise/Novice Rally signs
- Introduction to off leash heeling
- Sit/Wait/Come/Front/Finish
- Considerations for starting to compete with your dog
Cost is $155 Limit is 4-6 students. Best for dogs over 6 months old, Pre-requisite Basic Manners/ or both K9 Life Skills 1 &2 and Advanced Manners. Dogs MUST be friendly with all people and dogs.
Any Dog Can Learn New Tricks!
AKC Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Tricks Classes!
Trick training is a great addition to any training repertoire. Learn how to use a clicker to precisely train just about anything! Our tricks classes teach skills that build confidence in your canine companion and qualify for the AKC Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Trick Dog titles! Own a mixed breed or purebred rescue dog and still want to get the titles? Register your dog with the AKC!
Four one hour classes -Novice Tricks: “Get in( a box), shake (both paws, spin, twist(left/right),targeting/touch, get on (a platform), paws up, balance beam, jump through a hoop, speak, crawl, high five, push ups, find it, give a kiss, take a bow, say hi/wave.
Intermediate Tricks:
Balance on disc or exercise peanut, Fetch it (20 ft. away and deliver to hand) ,Go to your place (to bed/mat, crate from 10 ft.), Leg weave, Rollover, Game (manipulates interactive canine game), Sit Pretty, Wobble board, Catch (soft toy, soft ball, treat, etc.), Teeter totter, Balance treat on nose or head (e.g., dog biscuit), Head down, Jump through handler’s arms/over leg, Open Remove object from shoe box, Go find (handler hides, dog goes and finds)
Advanced Tricks:
Back up, Play Dead, Walk on hind legs, Sit and down at a distance, Pivot, Turn on light, Put toys away, Shy
dog/salute, Say your prayers/embarrassed, Cross your paws, Hide your head
Cost is $115 for Group Class, limit is 4-6 students. (cost includes a clicker). For any age dog- Highly recommended to take classes in order/hold previous level title to take Intermediate and Advanced
Does your dog already know these tricks and want to learn new ones? Contact us for private lessons or AKC Trick Dog Testing to earn your title!
Enroll To Start Learning New Tricks Today!
Want to get started with Rally Obedience? We can help!
Intro to Rally ( Rally Fun 1)
In a fun 4 weeks you and your dog will learn a lot and work on the following to help you and your dog learn to perform 42 Novice AKC Rally sign skills:
- “Sit stay”, “down stay” walk around dog/return to heel
- “Heel” Paces: normal, fast, slow, straight sits
- “Front”/”Finish” (left and right-swing/around)
- About turn, U turn, 90’s, 180’s, 270’s, 360’s
- Fast down, serpentine weave, figure 8’s, spirals
- Advanced control and focus skills for “heel”
Rally Fun 2- Novice courses and learning Intermediate Signs
- Prepare for ring ready skills to compete
- Footwork for turns and pivots
- “Sit stay”, “down stay” walk around dog/return to heel
- “Heel” Paces: normal, fast, slow, straight sits
- “Front”/”Finish” (left and right-swing/around)
- About turn, U turn, 90’s, 180’s, 270’s, 360’s
- Fast down, serpentine weave, figure 8’s, spirals
- Advanced control and focus skills for “heel” on leash
- Warming up your dog and going lure/treat free in the ring
- Full Novice course fun!
- Learn next step Intermediate signs to keep going in Rally
Pre-requisite Basic Manners, or K9 Life Skills 1&2 or equivalent- Rally Step 1 is taken before step 2. Classes are 4 weeks, class limit is 5-8 student/dog teams, cost is $115
Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent and Master Rally- Classes and Course Work practice are available as students move up from Novice
Available as private lessons! Contact us today to schedule!
Looking for a place to practice your Rally Skills? Join us for Rally Course Work! Hour sessions of floor time include a set course for you and your dog to practice with real ring distractions. Build your team’s confidence, skill set and experience to get ready for showing! We are happy to help teams complete the AKC Virtual Rally program for titling options.