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Dog Training Classes & Private Training


In-Home Private Training

Get the personal attention you and your dog deserve with Metro Tails® private training sessions. We'll work with you and your dog in the comfort of your own home at a time that fits into your hectic schedule. Too busy to train your dog? Let us train your dog for you while you're at work with private one-on-one sessions. We install basic and advanced sets of behaviors and we work with behavior problems too! Once installed we'll transfer the skills over to you to maintain and reinforce what your dog has learned.

Metro Tails® is licensed, bonded and insured. We train using positive reinforcement methods. We are professional members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Our training staff members are graduates of the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers which has a reputation as being the "Harvard for Dog Trainers".

 

  • Basic and Advanced Obedience
  • Crate Training
  • House Training
  • Jumpiness / Mouthiness
  • Pulling on Leash
  • Dog / Cat Desensitization

  • Dog Manners
  • Puppy Training
  • Chewing
  • Recall / Off-Leash Control
  • Shyness / Undersocialization


Information -
For inquires about Metro Tails Private Dog Training please email us at privatetraining@metrotails.com

Areas of Service - Metro Tails® services all of the unique and distinct neighborhoods within the city of San Francisco.


Dog Training Classes

To register for a dog training class please email us at grouptraining@metrotails.com. In the email, please note the class you would like to register for.

General Class Requirements

1) Metro Tails reserves the right to expel a dog from class if aggressive behavior is exhibited towards other dogs or people in the class. There will be no refunds for dogs expelled due to aggressive behavior.
2) Children attending class must be a minium of 10 years of age and supervised by an adult.

3) Dogs must have current DHLPP, Bordetella and Rabies vaccinations. We require a copy of current vaccinations when registering for the class. It's just a quick call placed to your veterinarian to have vaccination records faxed over to us.


Class Schedule - June/July 2008

Basic Obedience (6 week class, $180)
Dates: Wednesdays 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23
Time: 6:30 pm-7:30 pm (1 hour)
Location: Muttley Crew, Potrero Hill, San Francisco
Description: Basic Obedience covers all the first steps in training your dog. Each week we work on a new set of skills, including sit, down, stay, loose leash walking and recall. Our first week focuses on Animal Learning and how to best communicate with your dog and make the training process enjoyable for you both. Perfect for new dogs and new dog parents.
Requirements: Dog must be a minimum of 4 months old

Intermediate Obedience (6 week class, $180)
Dates: Wednesdays 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23
Time: 7:30 pm-8:30 pm (1 hour)
Location: Muttley Crew, Potrero Hill, San Francisco
Description: Intermediate Obedience picks up where Basic leaves off. We will focus on creating rock-solid stays and recalls, teaching your dog to control his/her impulses and how to get your dog to be the best party host/hostess when their human friends come over. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn some new training techniques!
Requirements: Dog must have completed a basic level obedience class

Basic Skills Brush-Up (2 week class, $90)
Dates: Sundays 6/22/08, 6/29/08
Time: 11:00 am-12:30pm (1.5 hour)
Location: Muttley Crew, Potrero Hill, San Francisco
Description: Sometimes we all need to revisit learning we haven't used in a while. This class is for those who want to revisit some skills that have gotten rusty. This class evolves based on who registers and covers sit, down, stay, heeling, leave-it, recall and barking. The class time is extended to provide more time for you to speak 1-on-1 with a trainer about your unique situation. Perfect for those who want private training but can't afford it.
Requirements: Dog must have completed a basic level obedience class

Agility in the Everyday World (3 week class, $90)
Dates: Sundays 6/8, 6/15, 6/22
Time: 1:30 pm-2:30pm (1 hour)
Location: class is held in 3 locations (a different one each week): Golden Gate Park, St. Mary's Dog Park & Crissy Field Description: This class is designed to take you to 3 different locations in San Francisco and show you how to use everyday objects as agility tools. Agility is one of the best ways to help any dog gain confidence & focus, get a better workout and have fun while doing it. Perfect for shy dogs!
Requirements: Dog must have completed a basic level obedience class. Dog owner must be comfortable with their dog in an open environment.



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