Canine College offers these affordable 1-day seminars lead by qualified professionals to improve the life of you and dog.
Check these pages often for new seminars… classes and seminars are being added often. Please call our offices to get on a waiting list for any seminar you are interested in. Also, check out our Facebook page often!
NEW! Solving Problem Behaviors (Chewing, Digging, Counter Surfing)
Is your dog chewing up your couch, digging up your new garden or checking out what’s for dinner on the counter? Well, then this seminar is for you. You will learn different commands and techniques to curb your dog’s bad habits to keep your dog and your home safe. Call to be put on waiting list (248) 427-8245
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring tasty treats
NEW! Canine Body Language
Wondering what your dog is really saying to you, visotors or new dogs when he greets them? Come to this class to learn the language of dogs to help you better understand your dog and others! 2011 Seminar schedule is now being developed – call our offices if you are interested in being put on a waiting list (248) 427-8245
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
NEW! Recall and Leave It
Is your dog ignoring you when you call her to come in or perhaps she is eating your newly planted flowers? Then come to this class to learn fun ways to get your dog to consistently listen to you. We will teach you techniques on how to keep your dog and things safe! November 20, 2011, 1:00 PM (248) 427-8245.
- Instructor: Kari
- Seminar cost is $30.00
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring tasty treats and a 6 foot leash
NEW! Small Dog Confidence Builder
Does your dog jump with every noise, cower when meeting new people or hesitate when encountering new objects? Come to this class to learn leadership exercises and commands that will help build confidence in your dog. 2011 Seminar schedule is now being developed – call our offices if you are interested in being put on a waiting list (248) 427-8245
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring tasty treats and a 6 foot leash
NEW! Puppy Play – Puppy Body Language
Understanding puppy play is important and can be confusing. When your puppy plays with another dog, do you often question if the play is appropriate? Or whether you heard a play growl or something worse? Bring your puppy to this class to play and find out what your pup is communicating to other dogs.
- We will talk and interpret the play.
- This class is for dogs 4 months or younger
- Bring tasty treats and a 6 foot leash
- Thursday June 2, 7:55 PM (248) 427-8245
- Seminar cost is $30.00 Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
Potty Training Techniques (for your dog!)
Having problems with your puppy’s potty manners? Let us provide you with a variety of tools, aids and advice to get through this challenge. Join us for an evening of fun and learning. Call our offices for more info and to get on a class interest list. 2011 Seminar schedule is now being developed – call our offices if you are interested in being put on a waiting list (248) 427-8245 Instructor Bonnie
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per family
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Owner present for class – No DOGS
Agility Play Session
Just a fun afternoon to run around the course with Bonnie & Team. This is a great way to expel some energy for both of you – it’s a blast! Sunday, December 4th, 1:00 PM.
- Instructor: Kari Norton
- Agility Play Session cost is $30.00 for the first dog, $10.00 for the second dog from the same family
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring three different tasty dog treats cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)
My Dog’s Smarter than Your 5th Grader!
Oops – did your pride get in front of your brain? We can help! Bonnie has a whole bag full of great canine tricks for you to choose a few from. You bring a bag full of treats for your dog and join us for an evening of fun and learning.
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring three different tasty dog treats cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)- Class size is limited – we anticipate this fun class will fill quickly, so please call to reserve your spot!
Over Here, Fido!
Calling your dog and getting ignored? Well, it is time to make a change! The key is to teach your dog that coming to you is a great thing so he will want to come every time. In this class we will practice and build on methods to get that successful recall. 2011 Seminar schedule is now being developed – call our offices if you are interested in being put on a waiting list (248) 427-8245
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Class size is limited – we anticipate this class will fill quickly, so please call for reservations!
- Bring three different tasty dog treats cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)
Walking with Feisty Canines
Do you have a dog that barks and lunges when seeing other dogs while on leash during a walk or in your yard? If so, this seminar can help. We will talk about and practice methods to teach your dogs how to politely walk past other dogs and stay focused on you. Note: It is imperative that you bring some soft tasty treats for this class. This class is for dogs that are leash reactive and is very limited in attendance to only 6 participants. May 26th, 7:55 PM
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Class size is very limited
- Bring three different tasty dog treats cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)- Bring your dog on a six foot leash
Canine Separation Anxiety Seminar
This class is for those dogs suffering from separation anxiety. Separation anxiety can take many forms such a destructive behavior or barking when left or separated from you. We will cover how to build confidence, desensitize and counter condition to help your dog overcome his/her stress when separated from you or left alone. Some helpful commands will be covered and demonstrated as well. Call our offices for more info and to get on a class interest list.
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Class size is limited – we anticipate this class will fill quickly, so please call for reservations!
- Bring three different tasty dog treats cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)- Bring your dog on a 6 foot leash
Leash Walking
Are you tired of your dog pulling you down the street and walking you? If so, this one night class is for you. We will teach you the techniques of how to get your dog’s focus, even with tough distractions, and how to walk politely by your side so you both can enjoy your walk! 2011 Seminar schedule is now being developed – Thursday, June 16, 7:55 PM (248) 427-8245
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring three different tasty treats for your dog cut into raisin size
(also available in the Bark Shoppe for purchase)- Bring your dog on a 6 foot leash
Polite Hello’s and Silencing the Bark!
The doorbell rings or someone walks by the window and Fido barks nonstop. Your guest walks through the door, Fido says “Hi” in his friendly, typical way of jumping and almost knocking your guest over. Sound familiar? During this one night class we will teach you how to modify your dog’s barking behavior and how to politely say “hello” to you and your guests. March 8th, 7:55 PM-8:55PM
- Instructor: Bonnie Braund
- Seminar cost is $30.00 per dog
- Reservations Required – Please call (248) 427-8245
- Bring 3 different tasty treats for your dog (we have some great ones in the Bark Shoppe)
- Bring your dog on a 6 foot leash