We offer local group dog training in partnership with Contented Canine, featuring both single classes and multi-week course options. Designed for dogs of all skill levels, our classes focus on positive reinforcement, real-world skills, and better behavior at home and in public.
Single Dog Training Classes
Single Classes for Socialization, Training & Fun
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Tricks | $35
Come teach your dog fun tricks to wow your friends! Offered at both Everett and Monroe.
You will learn:- Learn how to teach 3-4 new tricks to your dog
- Work toward an AKC Trick Dog title, if interested
Requirements
- 6 months and older with completed vaccination series
- Not suitable for reactive dogs
Equipment to Bring to Class
- Mat or blanket for dog to lie on
- Lots of tiny treats! (at least one sandwich sized baggy full of pea-sized treats)
- 4-6 ft fixed length leash
- Dog on a flat collar or a harness (no training collars permitted)
- A favorite toy or ball
Recall | $35
Learn how to motivate your dog to come back when you call, in a single session! Offered at both Everett and Monroe store locations
You will learn:- Why your dog ignores you
- How to create an emergency recall
- What really motivates your dog
Requirements
- 6 months and older with completed vaccination series
- Not suitable for reactive dogs
Equipment to Bring to Class
- Mat or blanket for dog to lie on
- Lots of tiny treats! (at least one sandwich sized baggy full of pea-sized treats)
- 4-6 ft fixed length leash
- Dog on a flat collar or a harness (no training collars permitted)
Loose Leash Walking | $35
Learn tips to have an easier walk with your dog in a single session! Offered at both Everett and Monroe store locations.
You will learn:- How to get your dog’s focus
- Why your dog pulls and how you can work WITH them
Requirements
- 6 months and older with completed vaccination series
- Not suitable for reactive dogs
Equipment to Bring to Class
- Mat or blanket for dog to lie on
- Lots of tiny treats! (at least one sandwich sized baggy full of pea-sized treats)
- 4-6 ft fixed length leash
- Dog on a flat collar or a harness (no training collars permitted)
Multi-Week Dog Training Classes
Multi-Week Dog Training Courses for Obedience & Socialization
Widen Their World | $125
Explore new activities you and your dog can do together to grow your bond and expand your dog’s world!
3-week course with each week focusing on a different activity:- Nosework
- Parkour
- Tricks
Requirements
- 6 months and older with completed vaccination series
- Not suitable for reactive dogs
Equipment to Bring to Class
- Mat or blanket for dog to lie on
- Lots of tiny treats! (at least one sandwich sized baggy full of pea-sized treats)
- 4-6 ft fixed length leash
- Dog on a flat collar or a harness (no training collars permitted)
- A tug toy, if your dog enjoys tug
Basic Manners | $205
Learn how to teach your dog the foundations of obedience training through positive reinforcement methods! Offered at both Everett and Monroe store locations
5-week course covering:- Getting your dog’s focus
- Sit, down, stay, place, leave it, recall, and loose leash walking
Requirements
- 6 months and older with completed vaccination series
- Not suitable for reactive dogs
Equipment to Bring to Class
- Mat or blanket for dog to lie on
- Lots of tiny treats! (at least one sandwich sized baggy full of pea-sized treats)
- 4-6 ft fixed length leash
- Dog on a flat collar or a harness (no training collars permitted)
Anna Denson
Anna is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), an AKC Approved Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator, and a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. As owner and lead trainer of Contented Canine, she is committed to ongoing professional education and uses force-free, science-based training methods.
Visit their website to learn more and book a free discovery call.
Beginner Training
Beginner training for dogs is crucial. Pet dogs aim to please, so with these beginner methods and methods, they will certainly give your pet dog's chances to make you satisfied. Our training courses begin with the standard sit, stay and come. But as your canine developments, we provide a lot more difficult demands that are supplied in our various other courses! These are designed to maintain your dog involved as well as on their toes.
Positive Reinforcement
Sam's Cats & Dogs training program makes use of ONLY positive reinforcement dog training techniques. Some pet dog training firms who offer "Board and train" will do whatever it takes to obtain fast outcomes with your dog consisting of employing choke chains as well as shock collars. Sam's Cats & Dogs does NOT employ any kind of kind of aversive dog training methods on your pup unless particularly requested by you as well as agreed by us ahead of time.
