GoodDog! Training

  My "good dogs": Angela (left) and Razz

Mary Leatherberry, Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT)

Santa Fe, New Mexico

   
“ . . .  Training frees a dog. My dog, being trained, is free--free to walk with me,
free to ride with me, . . . free to learn and run.
  An untrained dog is ‘free’ to sit in the back yard,
where he can get into as little trouble as possible."  

—Sue Ailsby
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Good training is about good communication.

At GoodDog! Training, we offer positive, motivational training for you and your dog. Our focus is on the basic commands (sit, down, come, stay, walk on leash) that are the foundation for good behavior and for enhancing the special bond between you and your dog.

 Are you dealing with “problem” behaviors, like jumping up, excessive barking, digging, pulling on leash, housetraining accidents, etc.? GoodDog! Training can help, with effective, positive solutions.

 We offer ongoing group classes as well as private sessions.

Private training Group classes
Private Lessons
Private classes
give you more scheduling flexibility and are a good choice if you're working on a specific behavior issue or if you think your dog would benefit from some pre-training before joining a group class.  For more information about private lessons, please click here.

Class portrait: First Canine Class to graduate from the Santa Fe Community College!
Dance with your dog!
Does your dog have rhythm? Then
Ballroom Dancing for Dogs is for you! It's based on canine freestyle, a dog sport that emphasizes teamwork between owner and dog. Learn simple dance moves (spins, weaves, twirls, etc.) that are guaranteed to turn you and your dog into a canine version of "Dancing with the Stars!"

Intermediate-level class
Training is fun for you and your dog. It's great way to bond with him or her  too. We focus on sharpening your training skills, working with distractions, continuing socialization, and the 10 test items from the AKC's Canine Good Citizen program. The instructor is a CGC evaluator, and the last class is the CGC exam.

 Fun & Games
This class is like summer camp for dogs! You’ll get  training tips for teaching your dog over 20 different tricks, including wave, sit up, bow, and jump through a hoop Trick training can be just for fun, for performances, or for therapy visits. You’ll also learn techniques to keep your dog motivated and having fun when you’re working on basic behaviors that all dogs should know, like sit, stay, come, and walk on leash. The result? Training that’s fun for both of you and a happier, better-behaved pet.

Group classes are offered at the Santa Fe Community College (SFCC), through the college's Continuing Education program.  Register online at www.sfccnm.edu or register with an enrollment specialist by phoning the college at 428-1270.

Group classes are also offered at Zoe & Guido's Pet Boutique, at 1441 Paseo de Peralta, across from "Chicago Dog". Register by calling Zoe & Guido's at 988-2500.

Classes are open to dogs and puppies (12 weeks and older) who are current on their shots.

Group Class Schedule

Classes at Santa Fe Community College,
Continuing Education Department

bullet Fun & Games for Dogs and People NEW CLASS OFFERING!
Class begins: Wednesday, July 9
Meets from 5:30-6:30 pm (4 weeks)
Tuition: $45
bulletBasic Obedience
Class begins: Tuesday, September 9
Meets from 5:30-6:30 pm (7 weeks)
Tuition: $75
bullet Intermediate Obedience
Class begins: Tuesday, September 17
Meets from 5:30-6:30 pm (6 weeks)
Tuition: $65
bullet Daytime class: Basic Obedience
Class begins: Tuesday, October 1
Meets from 10:00-11:00 am (7 weeks)
Tuition: $75

Classes at Zoe & Guido's Pet Boutique

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Basic Obedience
Class begins Tuesday, July 29
Meets from 6:00-7:00 pm (6 weeks)
Tuition: $85

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Ballroom Dancing for Dogs
Class begins Monday, July 21
Meets from 6:00-7:00 pm (6 weeks)
Tuition: $85

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Ballroom Dancing for Dogs
Class begins Monday, September 15
Meets from 6:00-7:00 pm (6 weeks)
Tuition: $85

Good Dog! Training
Mary Leatherberry, CPDT
PO Box 2836 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504

mary@gooddogsantafe.com
Phone: 505-984-9831.  Fax: 505-984-3185