Obedience Training Schedule

Dog Training Classes & Play Groups

Updates are complete for April, May, and June classes and groups.
Thank you for your patience.

Below is a schedule of upcoming dog training classes, specialty classes & play groups
to be held at the Potter League's indoor Behavior and Training Center
located at 87 Oliphant Lane in Middletown, RI.

To pre register, please email Jill or call 401 846-8276 ext 122 Monday through Friday.
If you are visiting this site on a weekend and would like information about attending a class on that same weekend, please call 846-8276 ext 100 to speak with our front desk staff.

Proof of your dog's vaccinations is required for participation.
Children 9 years and older are welcome in classes when accompanied
by an adult, unless noted otherwise.

Pre registration is required for ALL classes and play groups.
Please notify us in advance if you must cancel your class registration.

Thank you for visiting! We look forward to working with you and your dog!

A TRAINED DOG....IS A HAPPY OWNER!

Below the schedule is a description of the classes.

Class Title	Day	Time	Cost	Duration & Date(s)	Age of Pet
Puppy One	Mon	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 4/5 - 5/10 First class is an orientation - no pups	2-4 months
Puppy One	Tues	6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 5/4 - 6-8 First class is an orientation - no pups	2-4 months
Puppy One	Tues	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 6/1 - 7/6 First class is an orientation - no pups	2-4 months
Puppy One	Wed	1-2pm	$120	6 weeks 4/7 - 5/12 First class is an orientation - no pups	2-4 months
Puppy One	Sat	8:30-9:30am	$120	6 weeks 6/5 - 7/17 First class is an orientation - no pups No class on 7/3	2-4 months
Puppy One	Sat	10-11am	$120	6 weeks 4/17 - 5/22 First class is an orientation - no pups	2-4 months
Puppy Two	Thur	6-7pm	$120	6 weeks 5/20 - 6/24 First class is an orientation - no pups	5-9 months
Puppy Two	Thur	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 4/1 - 5/6 First class is an orientation - no pups	5-9 months
Puppy Two	Sat	8:30-9:30am	$120	6 weeks 4/17 - 5/22 First class is an orientation - no pups	5-9 months
Basic Obedience	Mon	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 5/24 - 7/12 First class is an orientation - no dogs No classes on 5/31 & 7/5	10 months & older or upon completion of Puppy Two
Basic Obedience	Tues	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 4/13 - 5/18 First class is an orientation - no dogs	10 months & older or upon completion of Puppy Two
Basic Obedience	Wed	7:15-8:15pm	$120	6 weeks 5/12 - 6-16 First class is an orientation - no dogs	10 months & older or upon completion of Puppy Two
Basic Obedience	Thur	11-12noon	$120	6 weeks 5/20 - 6/24 First class is an orientation - no dogs	10 months & older or upon completion of Puppy Two
Basic Obedience	Sat	10-11am	$120	6 weeks 6/5 - 7/17 First class is an orientation - no dogs No class on 7/3	10 months & older or upon completion of Puppy Two
Small Breed Obedience	Mon	6:30-7pm (1/2 hr classes)	$45	4 weeks 6/7 - 6/28	All ages, 25lbs & under
Small Breed Obedience	Weds	1-1:30pm(1/2 hr classes)	$45	4 weeks 6/23 - 7/14	All ages, 25 lbs & under
Small Breed Obedience	Thur	6:30-7pm (1/2 hr classes)	$45	4 weks 4/15 - 5/6	All ages, 25lbs & under
Boot Camp	Tues	6-7pm	$20	1 class 6/22	5 months & older
Boot Camp	Fri	6-7pm	$20 per class	3/19, 4/2	5 months & older
Boot Camp	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$20	1 class 6/13	5 months & older
Shy Dog	Tues	6-7pm	$20	1 class 4/27	5 months & older
Shy Dog	Fri	6-7pm	$20	1 class 5/14	5 months & older
Shy Dog	Sun	11:30am-12:30pm	$20	1 class - 3/21	5 months & older
Loose Leash Walking	Thur	7:15-8:15pm	$45	2 weeks 3/11 & 3/18 OR 5/20 & 5/24	5 months & older
Loose Leash Walking	Fri	7:15-8:15pm	$45	2 weeks 4/16 & 4/23	5 months & older
Agility	Wed	7:30-8:30pm	$10 per class	4/7, 5/5	All ages welcome
Agility	Sat	11:30-12:30pm	$10	3/27 REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS CLASS	All ages welcome
Agility	Sat	11:30-12:30pm	$10 per class	4/3, 5/1, 5/22, 5/29, 6/12, 6/26	All ages welcome
Agility	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$10 per class	3/14 REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS CLASS	All ages welcome
Agility	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$10 per class	4/11, 6/27	All ages welcome
Doggy-O	Mon	7:30-8:30pm	$10	1 class 3/29	All ages welcome
Doggy-O	Wed	6-7pm	$10	1 class 4/7	All ages welcome
Doggy-O	Thur	7:30-8:30pm	$10	1 class 3/25	All ages welcome
Doggy-O	Fri	7:30-8:30pm	$10 per class	4/2, 5/14, 6/11	All ages welcome
Doggy-O	Sat	11:30-12:30pm	$10 per class	3/13, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 6/5	All ages welcome
Recall	Wed	7:15-8:15pm	$45	2 weeks 4/21 & 4/28	All ages welcome
Recall	Wed	1-2pm	$45	2 weeks 6/9 & 6/16	5 months & older
Recall	Fri	7:15-8:15pm	$45	2 weeks 3/12 & 3/19	5 months & older
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluation	Sat	11:30-12:30pm	No Charge	Eval Dates 3/20, 4/17 5/15, 6/19	email JoyceB@PotterLeague.org to pre register
Senior Dog	Mon	6:30-7pm (1/2 hr class)	$10	1 class 4/12	8 years & olders
Senior Dog	Fri	6:30-7pm (1/2 hr class)	$10	1 class 5/28	8 years & older
Reactive Dog	Tues	6-7pm	$45	2 weeks 4/13 & 4/20	5 months & older
Reactive Dog	Wed	7:15-8:15pm	$20	1 class 3/24	5 months & older
Reactive Dog	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$20	1 class - 3/28 REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS CLASS	5 months & older
Reactive Dog	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$45	2 weeks 5/16 & 5/23	5 months & older
Variety Class	Wed	6-7pm	$10	1 class 6/2	5 months & older
Variety Class	Wed	7:15-8:15pm	$10	1 class 4/14	5 months & older
Variety Class	Fri	6-7pm	$10	1 class 6/11	5 months & older
Variety Class	Fri	7:15-8:15pm	$10 per class	3/26, 4/9	5 months & older
Manners	Wed	6-7pm	$20 per class	3/24, 5/5	5 months & older
Manners	Fri	7:15-8:15pm	$20	1 class 5/28	5 months & older
Manners	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$20	1 class 4/18	5 months & older
Separation Anxiety	Wed	1-2pm	$45	2 weeks 5/26 & 6/2 No dogs on 5/26	5 months & older
Separation Anxiety	Sun	11:30-12:30pm	$45	2 weeks 4/28 & 5/2 No dogs on 4/28	5 months & older
PUPPY Play Group	Wed	6-7pm	$5 per group	4/21, 5/19, 6/16	2-5 months
PUPPY Play Group	Wed	7:15-8:15pm	$5 per group	3/17, 3/31	2-5 months
PUPPY Play Group	Fri	10-11am	$5 per group	every week	2-5 months
PUPPY Play Group	Fri	6-7pm	$5	1 group - 4/16	2-5 months
PUPPY Play Group	Fri	7:15-8:15pm	$5	1 group - 5/7	2-5 months
Small Breed Play Group	Tues	9:30- 10:30 am	$5 per group	every week	All ages, 25 lbs & under
Small Breed Play Group	Wed	6-7pm	$5 per group	4/14, 4/28, 5/12, 5/26, 6/9, 6/23	All ages, 25 lbs & under
Small Breed Play Group	Thur	10-11am	$5 per group	every week	All ages, 25 lbs & under
Small Breed Play Group	Fri	6-7pm	$5 per group	4/9, 4/23, 5/7, 5/21, 6/4, 6/18	All ages, 25 lbs & under

Below is a description of our classes:
Please Note: If you see a class you are interested in but it is not listed on the current schedule above, please give us a call or email.

Puppy 1 & Puppy 2	Our age-appropriate Puppy Classes focus on bonding, house & crate training, nipping, chewing, and jumping. Our instructor(s) will introduce basic obedience. Instruction includes supervision & management skills as well as socialization & handling. Owners learn to understand & effectively deal with the stages of puppy development.
Basic Obedience	Our Basic Obedience class is for adolescent & adult dogs with no prior training. This class will reinforce good behaviors while extinguishing unwanted ones. Learn & review basic obedience. Important social skills will also be introduced.
Small Breed Obedience	This class is specially designed for small dogs & their unique personalities. Join other small dogs & their humans for an action-packed class. Learn to reinforce good behaviors & eliminate negative ones.
Agility Classes	How often do you get to 'just have fun' with your dog? Join us and to run obstacles such as: jumps, hoops, weaving, etc...It's a great way for you & your dog to bond, play, & work on obedience in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere - all at your own pace! Agility builds confidence and is great for shy dogs.
Doggy-O Classes	Doggy-O is a cross between obedience & agility! Talking, praise, & rewarding are encouraged. This class is held in a relaxed & informal environment. Perfect for beginners, timid, high strung, or unsure dogs.
Disco Dog	Come and learn some fun & interactive dance moves to do with your dog (freestyling)!
Recall Class	Learn the most important command you can teach your dog...to come when called - even outside. It could save his or her life.
Separation Anxiety	Is your dog unable to be left alone beacuse he barks, eliminates, destroys things, or chews on door frames? Learn training techniques to help your dog deal with separation anxiety and build up his confidence.
Shy Dog Class	This class will teach you techniques to help your shy dog gain confidence and live a happy and social life!
Rowdy Retriever	Do you have an exuberant retriever who knocks visitors down at the door? Is uncontrollable when meeting strangers in the community? Learn techniques that will teach your dog good greeting skills when at home or out and about.
Loose-Leash Walking	Is walking your dog a real drag??? If so, then join us and learn techniques that will guarantee a pleasant walk for you and your dog!
Senior Dog Class	You CAN teach an old dog new tricks! Keep your older dog's mind and body in good shape. Obedience lessons and exercises will be geared to you and your dog's abilities.
Doggie Exercise Class	Get healthy with your dog! This class offers tips on exercise, grooming, and diet. Work on core body exercises, warm ups, and cool downs.
Variety Class	This unique class covers a different topic each class! Learn new tricks, play group games, and learn fun moves! You won't be bored! Dog's love it and so will you!
Reactive Dog Class	Does your dog reactive to cars, bikes, skateboards, other dogs, or kids? Learn what to look for, what to do, and what NOT to do.
Manners	Wow your friends and family by showing them just how well your dog behaves! During this one-time class, you will work on commandes such as; sit for greeting, settle, attention, wait, & more!
Boot Camp	The next best thing to private lessons at a fraction of the cost! Join us for a refresher on obedience exercises or learn to correct a specific problem working at your own pace by spending constructive time with your canine companion. We will offer tips on your own specific requests. In addition, a different skill will be taught at each class.
Walk and Wag Club May 2010	This walking club is for dogs who have mastered some leash training skills. Dogs should be able to walk calmly in a crowd & be people and dog friendly. Walkers will practice meeting & greeting, maneuvering around obstacles & other intermediate leash skills. Meeting every other Friday evening, this club offers socialization as well as training. Our walk and waggers walk outdoors on the beautiful Potter League property while practicing leash skills. Handlers must be 18 years or older. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and shoes
Canine Good Citizen EVALUATION	Interested in earning a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Certificate? Would you like your dog to be a companion for all people; to be a respected member of the community, to behave at home, in public & around other dogs? Sign up for a free evaluation with an accredited AKC CGC evaluator. Your dog will be evaluated on certain commands and behaviors. Certificates will be issued upon successful completion of the evaluation. For those who do not successfully complete the evaluation, the evaluator will consult with you and may recommend specific training.
PUPPY Play Group	Bring your puppy to play with friends his/her own age! A great way to work off that "puppy energy" and teach your puppy how to get along with others!
Small Breed Play Group (adults 18 & older)	Here's your opportunity to give your dog all the fun with none of the "big" guy intimidation! Small dogs interact in a supervised, safe environment with appropriate play.