Want to grow the relationship and value you have built from your Basic Manners class? Then let’s advance to the next level! In this class we will strengthen your recalls, build a strong desire to have your dog engage with you, teach them to look for you and improve loose leash walking skills, just to name a few. We will grow their ability to stay focused with bigger distractions and longer duration. We will build more layers of learning through playing games. Making the learning fun for both you and your dog, we will create a desire for more.

Appropriate for age: 6 months+

Prerequisites: Basic Manners class or permission of instructor. Current distemper and rabies vaccinations required. Vaccination history must be presented to trainer at orientation. Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccinations are recommended but not required. You must be able to attend ALL classes and also have access to a computer, Zoom and email.

Beyond the Basics is not for dogs who are extremely dog reactive, lunging and growling at other dogs (Please see Reactive Rover). Dogs who are reactive or have bitten are not appropriate for any group class, and should look into individual training; refer to our website for more info. If you enroll in Beyond the Basics, and your dog must be removed for being reactive, we regret we cannot refund your fee.

Fee: $219 (6-session class)

Days & times offered:

• Sunday nights with Robin

Upcoming dates:

Sunday nights May/June with Robin

• May 19 @ 5:15 p.m. (Orientation, online)
• May 26 @ 5:15 p.m.
• June 2 @ 5:15 p.m.
• June 9 @ 5:15 p.m.
• June 16 @ 5:15 p.m.
• June 23 @ 5:15 p.m. (Graduation)
• Make-up date, if needed: Sunday, June 30 @ 5:15 p.m.

Classes full or unavailable? Sign up to be emailed when new dates open! We regret we cannot keep a waitlist. Thank you for understanding!

Please note:

• Classes are a combination of online (Zoom) and in-person. The first class, orientation, will be on Zoom. In-person classes will mostly be held indoors in HSHV's Education Center, but may occasionally be held outdoors, weather permitting. You must have access to a computer, Zoom and email.
• Class sizes are limited. 1-2 people may attend with your dog, though we have a lot of online, supplemental materials to involve other members of your family, too).
• Students are not permitted to attend if they have any COVID-like symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has COVID-19. Online content (videos, handouts) will be available if you are unable to attend due to illness/exposure.
• Please read all prerequisites and dates carefully; class registration is non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Instructor:

• Robin