| Pet Behavior & Dog Training
Pet Behavior Help | Dog Training Classes
Is your cat using the couch as a scratching post? Is your dog just a little too rambunctious?
Each year, we see hundreds of animals whose bonds with
humans have been broken. To help maintain those bonds, Rescue
Village serves as a community resource for information about
companion animals and their care.
Please read all the articles before calling or writing - your question may already have been answered.
24-hour Behavior Helpline - 440.338.4819, ext. 13. Briefly describe the problem you're having with your pet, leave your phone number, and let us know the best time to reach you. One of our behavior counselors will call you back as soon as possible.
- Ask The Trainer - Email us your pet behavior questions at askthetrainer@geaugahumane.org
Veterinary Behavior Consulting is a housecall practice that deals exclusively with behavior issues in domestic animals. The mission of VBC is to improve the quality of life for animals and people by enhancing the
human-animal bond. Visit them at: www.vetbehaviorconsulting.co
 Cat Behavior - click here
Dog Behavior- click here
Dog Training Classes pdf form
- Puppy Preschool: A class to start you and your puppy off on the right paw. You'll learn how to teach your dog basic manners, how to walk nicely on a leash, and how to greet people politely. Six evenings, $95 and includes a manual and treak pack. $85 for adopters from Rescue Village.
- Good Dog 101: A primer on positive reinforcement training for owners with dogs aged five months to two years. Basic commands such as sit, down, come when called, leave it/give it/take it, and loose leash walking will be taught includes a manual and treak pack. Cost is $95 or $85 for adopters from Rescue Village.
Come When Called!: This command could be critical for safety, and allow for off-leash fun. The two-session, Wednesday class meets from 6:30-7:30pm. Registration is required. The class cost $40 and includes a manual and treak pack; bring dogs to both classes.
- Finding New Your Best Friend: This free informative class is aimed at helping perspective dog owners who have never had a dog or who have not lived with a dog in many years. There is no charge for this class, but donations of canned cat food or Purina dry cat and dog food are encouraged. Registration required. Call 440-338-4819, ext. 21 for more info.
Dog Behavior and Training
Class Schedule: 2008
Class schedule subject to change.
Puppy Preschool
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A class to start you and your puppy (eight weeks to five months) off on the right paw. You'll learn how to teach your dog basic manners, how to walk nicely on a leash, and how to greet people politely. Six evenings. $95 or $85 for adopters from Rescue Village, and includes a manual and Treat Pack. Registration is required.
No dogs the first week of class. |
Start Date |
End Date |
Day |
Time |
April 17 |
May 22 |
Thursday |
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
October 27 |
December 1 |
Monday |
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
Good Dog 101 |
A primer on positive reinforcement training for owners with dogs aged five months to two years. Basic commands such as sit, down, come when called, leave it/give it/take it, and loose leash walking will be taught. Six evenings. $95 or $85 for adopters from Rescue Village, and includes a manual and Treat Pack. Registration is required.
No dogs the first week of class. |
Start Date |
End Date |
Day |
Time |
April 13 |
May 25 |
Sunday (skip Mother’s Day) |
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. or TBD |
July 3 |
August 7 |
Thursday |
6:30– 7:30p.m. |
September 8 |
October 13 |
Monday |
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
October 5 |
November 9 |
Sunday |
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. or TBD |
Come When Called |
This command could be critical for safety, and allow your dog some off-leash fun. No age limit for dogs. Two sessions. The class cost $40 and includes a manual and Treat Pack. Registration is required.
Bring your dog to both classes. |
Start Date |
End Date |
Day |
Time |
June 12 |
June 19 |
Thursday |
6:00– 7:00 p.m. |
For all classes:
- Please call 440.338.4819, extension 21 to register for classes.
- Payment must be made at the time of registration. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received. Checks, cash and credit cards are accepted for payment.
- Maximum class size is six dogs and their humans, minimum to hold class is 4.
- Please visit www.geaugahumane.org to download the Participation Packet and bring the questionnaire, waiver and your dog’s vaccination records with you the first week.
How To Enroll:
To enroll in a dog training class, download a Dog Class Application & Questionnaire (PDF version), visit our shelter for an application, or call Pam at 440-338-4819, ext 21.
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