Category: Adult Dog Classes

• Age: 1 year or over – recommended but not required
• 5-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• REQUIRED Prerequisite is One of the Following: Puppy Elementary, Canine Good Citizen Prep, Public Manners, or Intermediate Manners (with instructor permission – please email info@doggiezen.com). Dogs must be comfortable working closely with other people and animals and enjoy attention from people of all kinds.

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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

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Dogs will spend short periods of time working within close distances and therefore should be friendly with other dogs.

 

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Reading with Rover class:

Pet Therapy is a wonderful way to share your dog with the community while also building your bond in the process. We’re proud to partner with Reading with Rover to provide a class that prepares you and your dog to meet their testing standards here in Seattle.

In this class you and your dog will refine your existing skills and practice the test items so that you feel ready to pass the Reading with Rover exam and become an active pet therapy team. Test items cover basic manners like Loose Leash Walking and Polite Greetings, temperament assessments, and preparation for some of the situations they might encounter out in the community. This class is designed for dogs who already have these skills and show an aptitude for pet therapy work to further refine their manners. Take your training to the next level while helping others in the process!

Reading with Rover is a 5 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 5-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with the same dogs every week.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: Over 1 year old – recommended but not required
• 1 day: 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• Prerequisites – One of the following: Canine Good Citizen Skills Preparation Class or Instructor Permission (please email info@doggiezen.com)
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Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

 

More about the Canine Good Citizen Test 

This class is for testing only. You need to have taken the Canine Good Citizen Prep class or obtained permission from the instructor.

 

 

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: over 9 months
• Supervised Walk: 1 hour, submit the code to see the schedule and register
• Ability to swap classes: yes*, Pick the dates that work for your schedule
• Format: outdoors, Discovery Park
• REQUIRED Prerequisites: Must have completed Puppy Junior High, Walking 101, Intermediate Manners or Growly Dog Advanced at Ahisma and be comfortable being around other dogs and people within 5 feet in an outdoor group setting.
• Prerequisites may be waived by the instructor.
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A special code is required for registration. If you have met the prerequisites and requirements for this class, email info@doggiezen.com for the code. To see the schedule, enter the code:

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More about the Pack Walks:

Our Pack Walks are a time to get out into the real world and practice your skills with your dog in a supportive environment. Ahimsa has a great community of caring pup parents, and the Pack Walks are meant to be a time to walk together and meet some new friends.

This is a supervised stroll and not a class with curriculum. If you are looking for a more structured experience check out Walking 101 or Walk with Me & Come When Called.

This class is for dogs that are comfortable within 5 feet from other people and dogs. We will start our walks with a brief check-in and the dogs all at a distance from each other. We expect that over time and with some practice, both dogs and pet parents will be able to follow closely or walk in groups. A trainer will be at the walks to provide tips and support, navigate the route and keep an eye out for hazards (loose dog!).

Your dog will be able to practice walking with new dogs nearby, watching people and other dogs calmly and quietly, learn how to explore the environment while still checking in with you, and the skills required to help them become the most confident, social dogs they can be.

*Swapping Classes: Pack Walk sessions can be rescheduled (swapped) up to 1 day in advance to meet your needs.  When you register, you can select reservation dates which guarantee your dog a spot in that class.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here

• Age: 9 months or over
• 3-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• Prerequisites: None
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

 

 

If your dog barks, growls, or is aggressive to people or dogs, your dog is not yet eligible for the in person class. We recommend taking our Growly Dog class (issues toward other dogs) or Private Training sessions (issues toward people and/or other dogs).

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Walking 101 class:

The Walking 101 class is designed for handlers and dogs whose main priority is getting their loose leash walking skills up and running. We will build commitment to the walking position from the ground up, as well as introduce both a walking cue and a release cue. We’ll practice walking around distractions and how to handle common problems that arise such as reactivity or excitement, lunging, and “stalling out”.

Walking 101 is a 3 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 3-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center.  Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Walking 101 meets the prerequisite requirement for:  Intermediate Manners

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

 

• Age: 8 months or over
• 4-week class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: No rescheduling of classes
• Format: indoors/outdoors, limit of 8 dogs per class
• Prerequisite: Two classes at Ahimsa including Puppy Junior High or Intermediate Manners AND Instructor Approval
  
• Abililty to physically handle/hold onto your dog in public
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

Please email info@doggiezen.com for permission to join the class and the code to register.

Because this class takes place partially outdoors it is offered seasonally when the weather is agreeable. Sessions are typically offered in the Spring and Summer (if you would like to be notified when the class is available you may sign up for the notification list below)

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Dogs will spend short periods of time working within close distances and therefore should be friendly with other dogs.

 

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Public Manners class:

This class is designed for students who are looking to learn how to apply the skills they’ve learned in class to real world scenarios. Our first week of class we’ll brush up on our public manners skills like loose leash walking, settling on a mat, and polite greetings. From there, each week we’ll put those skills to the test and learn how to set our dogs up for success in the situations that real life throws at us.

Get your dog ready to enjoy the nice weather with you by helping them be the best behaved dog on the patio.

Public Manners is a 4 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 4-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with the same dogs every week.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 1 year or over
• 5-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Limited to 7 dogs
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: outdoors (Discovery Park)
• REQUIRED Prerequisites: Puppy Junior High or Intermediate Manners
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

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If your dog barks, growls, or is aggressive to people or dogs, your dog is not yet eligible for this class. We recommend our Growly Dog class (issues toward other dogs) or Private Training sessions (issues toward people and/or other dogs).

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list if you’ve already met or are currently taking the required prerequisites for this class. We’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Walk With Me & Come When Called class:

In this class you’ll learn strategies and training techniques for getting your dog to walk with a loose leash and reliably come in a real-world environment! We’ll be focusing on how to get your dog’s attention and how to keep their attention with outdoor distractions like crows, squirrels, other people, and dogs. All activities are on-leash only.

Topics include:

• Strengthening your Emergency Recall
• Effective use of non-food reinforcers
• Preventing the “drive by” and “just out of reach” come
• Teaching a “suggested” vs “mandatory” recall
• Using prey drive to reinforce your come
• Practicing loose leash walking and heel with a release cue
• Using a long leash for sniff walks and practicing recalls
• Shaping attention in a distracting environment
• How to do polite greetings with people and other dogs

Walk With Me & Come When Called is a 5 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 5-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 5 months or over
• 6-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• Prerequisites: None
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Note:
Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

If your dog barks, growls, or is aggressive to people or dogs, your dog is not yet eligible for this class. We recommend our Growly Dog class (issues toward other dogs) or Private Training sessions (issues toward people and/or other dogs).

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Shy Dog class:

This class is for shy, fearful, and timid dogs (wallflowers) who display avoidance behaviors such as hanging back, getting quiet, or running away from scary situations. You will learn management strategies and training techniques that will help your shy and fearful dog build confidence and cope with scary situations so they can enjoy life more. Your dog must be able to eat treats in a calm and controlled class environment.

Topics include:

• Building trust between you and your dog
• Treatment of specific fears by using desensitization and counter conditioning
• Boosting your dog’s confidence through shaping
• Reading your dog’s body language

We will also work on specific skills that are essential to every shy and fearful dog such as attention, relaxation, recall, and touch.

Shy Dog is a 6 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 6-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class is a good place to start before taking Basic Manners or Puppy Elementary which can be overstimulating for some dogs.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Shy Dog meets the prerequisite requirement for:  Intermediate Manners (with instructor permission).

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 1 year or over – recommended but not required
• 5-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• REQUIRED Prerequisite is 2 Classes at Ahimsa including 1 of the Following: Puppy Jr. High or Intermediate Manners
• This class is preparation for the Canine Good Citizen Test
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

A special code is required for registration. If you have met the prerequisites and requirements for this class, email info@doggiezen.com for the code.

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This class is not a good match for dogs with aggression issues because we will be working off leash some of the time and dogs will occasionally come face-to-face. We can put up barriers for small or shy dogs to get the space they need from other dogs.

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list if you’ve already met or are currently taking the required prerequisites for this class. We’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot! If you do not already have the code to register to we recommend reaching out to ask for it before new classes are posted so you don’t miss out.

More about the Canine Good Citizen Training class:

Prepare for the American Kennel Club (AKC) test to officially make your dog a Canine Good Citizen (CGC). This class is preparation only – you can book tests separately here.

Activities include:

• Greeting a friendly stranger and sitting politely for petting
• Being well behaved and calm around other dogs
• Walking through a crowd on a loose leash
• Reliably coming when called off-leash
• Reliably responding to sit, down, and stay at a distance
• Staying calm when left with a trusted person for 3 minutes

Canine Good Citizen is a 5 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 5-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 6 months or over
• 5-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors at Ahimsa Dog Training
• REQUIRED Prerequisite: Must have taken any two Ahimsa classes, or Instructor Approval
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

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If your dog barks, growls, or is aggressive to people or dogs, your dog is not yet eligible for this class. We recommend our Growly Dog class (issues toward other dogs) or Private Training sessions (issues toward people and/or other dogs).

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list if you’ve already met or are currently taking the required prerequisites for this class. We’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Zoom and Chill class:

This class is for dogs who know the basics, but have difficulty relaxing and focusing, especially around distractions. People and dogs learn how to work as a team, moderate their dog’s arousal and help to change their emotional responses to stimuli.

Our Zoom and Chill class works on strengthening attention, increasing self-control, decreasing frustration and teaching a dog to self-soothe. This is all done with using real life rewards and games designed to build excitement while reducing arousal and stress levels. Students in this class learn calming techniques and alternative behaviors that help to change their dog’s emotional and behavioral responses around distractions.Amber Hardin, MA, IAABC-ADT, CGC Evaluator

Zoom and Chill is a 5 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 5-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center.  Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Zoom and Chill meets the prerequisite requirement for: Walk With Me & Come When Called and Canine Good Citizen.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here. 

• Age: 1 year or over
• 5-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• REQUIRED Prerequisites: Canine Good Citizen at Ahimsa
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Note:
Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

Please contact the instructor Klara at klara@doggiezen.com for permission to join the class and the code to register.

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This class is not a good match for dogs with aggression issues. Dogs should be able to stay for 30 seconds with mild distractions, loose leash walk past other dogs at distance of at least 5 to 10 feet, and come from 20 feet away with moderate distractions. If you are uncertain whether this class is a good match for your dog please email us at info@doggiezen.com.

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list if you’ve already met or are currently taking the required prerequisites for this class. We’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Advanced Clicker Training class:

Advanced Clicker Training is perfect for people who want to expand their clicker skills, teach their dogs advanced behaviors and build reliability of existing behaviors at a distance and around distractions.

Activities include:

• Increase clarity of cues
• Shaping new behaviors
• Creating behavior chains
• Paw targeting
• Left and right modifier cues
• Emergency drop at a distance
• Polite greetings
• Loose leash walking off-leash
• Off-leash recall
• Stay at the distance with distractions

Advanced Clicker Training is a 5 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 5-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled for other dates because each class builds upon the content from the previous class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center. Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Advanced Clicker Training meets the prerequisite requirement for: Canine Good Citizen.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 9 months or over
• 6-week class:1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: yes*
• Format: indoors
• REQUIRED Prerequisite is one of the following: Kindergarten, Elementary, Basic Manners, or Walking 101
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There may be DATE GAPS in the classes listed below due FULL classes, days we are not teaching, holidays, etc.. Please review all dates in your package before registering.

More about the Intermediate Manners class:

The Intermediate Dog Manners  training class is suitable for dogs that have graduated from Basic Manners or Puppy Elementary. The instructor will tailor the activities to each dog, so you’ll always be practicing at the right level.

Topics include:

• Distraction training for leash walking
• Name
• Come
• Targeting (nose to hand – very useful)
• Go lie down
• Anti-jump
• Focus
• Leave it
• Tricks

*Swapping Classes: Intermediate Manners is an “ongoing” class so you can reschedule (swap) class dates according to your needs during your 6-week Pass which begins on your first scheduled class date. Your scheduled class dates reserve your dog a spot in that class. When you register, please note there may be skip dates when no classes are held (e.g. holidays) and your pass is extended accordingly. 

You can manage your own schedule on our website and swap your reservation(s) with other class dates during your enrollment period.  If there’s a class reservation that you can’t make or a date you want to change,  login to View & Swap Sessions. Watch the How to Swap video here.  You can swap up to 1 day in advance online.  By phone or email, we need at least 2 days in advance of your reservation to process your request.  If you don’t unreserve or swap the class that you can’t attend, the class is forfeit.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center.  Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Intermediate Manners meets the prerequisite requirement for: Advanced Clicker Training , Focus and Control,  Walk With Me & Come When Called, and Canine Good Citizen.

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.

• Age: 9 months or over
• 4-week series class: 1 class per week, 1 hour
• Ability to swap classes: no
• Format: indoors
• Prerequisites: N/A. If your dog has taken Puppy Kindergarten or Puppy Elementary, then SKIP Basic Manners. If you have Clicker Training experience and have already worked on these topics, please contact us about whether you can skip Basic Manners.
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Your class may have skip dates (days the class is not meeting) – see below

 

 

If your dog barks, growls, or is aggressive to people or dogs, your dog is not yet eligible for the in person class. We recommend taking the ONLINE live Zoom classroom Intermediate Manners or our Growly Dog class (issues toward other dogs) or Private Training sessions (issues toward people and/or other dogs).

Want to get notified if an earlier class opens up or additional classes are posted? Add your email address to this list and we’ll contact you when a new class is posted to the website. Once notified, register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

More about the Basic Manners class:

The Basic Dog Manners class teaches the foundations of obedience training which makes it a great class for owners who are new to Clicker Training or any training, for that matter! It’s also recommended for dogs that are getting settled into a new home and could use a refresher on their manners.

Topics include:

• Stay
• Leave it
• Loose leash walking
• Coming when called
• Troubleshoot issues like counter surfing, jumping on guests, or barking for attention

Basic Manners is a 4 lesson “series” class scheduled 1 day a week over a 4-week period (unless there are skip dates, e.g., for Holidays). Classes can’t be swapped or rescheduled because each class has a set begin and end date with content that builds from class to class.

This class includes a free dog training clicker and an instant download of our 100+ page Ahimsa Dog Training Manual. You can also purchase a hard copy at the Ahimsa Training Center.  Click here for more information on our Ahimsa adult dog classes in Seattle.

Basic Manners meets the prerequisite requirement for:  Intermediate Manners

Learn more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy here.