Dog training is an essential contributor to a dog's well-being.
Anyone who has ever owned a poorly-behaved dog knows that a well-trained dog is definitely preferable. Since Minnesota lacks state regulations for becoming a dog trainer, an experienced trainer with the CCPDT (Certification for Pet Dog Trainers) is a must when searching for training professionals. You can find dog training schools specializing in puppy training, aggression problems, and general obedience. There are also training schools with a concentration in Minnesota competitive sports such as gun dog training and agility training. The very adventurous can even train to handle search and rescue dogs.
Puppy Training
Train your dog as a puppy so it can become a happier adult.
Just Paws Puppy Training focuses on puppies eight weeks to two years old. The classes are based on a dog's development cycle. You can enroll your puppy in Puppy Elementary, a puppy's first training class. Puppy Junior High is a class for the adolescent dog 25 weeks and older. If you have a "petite" pup less than 10 pounds, the Pocket Sized Puppy Class is for you. Just Paws also offers beginner and intermediate level hunting classes recommended for the working breed. For all classes, bring proof that your puppy has begun a vaccination schedule and has had the first booster of the distemper/parvo combination (DHPP).
Just Paws Puppy Training
1400 Dakota Ave South
Suite #110
Minneapolis, MN 55416
952-545-2882
http://www.justpawstraining.com/
Aggression Training
Some dogs act aggressively under certain circumstances.
Odie's Obedience Dog Training of Minnesota specializes in many classifications of aggression training such as dog-to-dog, dog-to-human, fear aggression, protective aggression, territorial aggression, and redirected aggression. The trainer works with the dog to identify the causes, triggers, and targets of the aggression. You, as the owner, will learn to understand dog communication so you can take the necessary action to help your dog make the correct decision for any situation.
Odie's Obedience Dog Training of Minnesota
805 Rilla Road
St Cloud, MN 56303
320-259-6343
http://www.odiesobedience.com/
General Obedience Training
Conformance training gives you tips on present your dog for the judge's review.
Bloomington Obedience Training Club offers a full spectrum of canine obedience classes. Enroll your dog in an agility class to train the dog to be agile and obedient. Take your puppy or adult dog to general obedience training for novice, intermediate, or advanced instruction. Join a conformance class so you can practice showing your dog in a non-stressful environment.
Bloomington Obedience Training Club
8127 Pleasant Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55420
952-888-4998
http://www.botcmn.org/
Gun Dog Training
Gun dog training exposes your dog to various hunting conditions.
On-Line Retrievers offers obedience training for gun dogs focusing on field/trial hunt test competitions. This training program builds a dog's confidence and endurance to meet the rigorous demands of hunting. The puppy program gives your puppy a head start with an introduction to firearms, birds, and water. You and your dog learn work as a hunting team.
On-Line Retrievers
1124-175th Ave.
P.O. Box 345
Ogilvie, MN 56358
320-272-4746
http://www.on-lineretrievers.com/
Agility Training
Agility training teaches dogs safely maneuver obstacles.
Canine Agility of Central Minnesota offers an entire program in canine agility. You can enroll your dog in 8 levels of agility training ranging from foundations to advanced handling. Here your dog will learn new skills while becoming socialized with other dogs and people. Agility training supplements formal obedience training since your pet learns to pay attention to you in a distracting environment.
Canine Agility of Central Minnesota
2305 Minnesota Blvd
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 558-6898
http://www.cacmagility.com/
Search and Rescue Dog Training
Search and Rescue training requires dedication.
The Minnesota Search and Rescue Dog Association trains only the most committed individuals to become part of a Search and Rescue K-9 team. Before you apply for this training, you should consider the many hours of rigorous instruction and the possibility of having to be on duty in a moment's notice. You must pass a criminal background check to be on this team.
Minnesota Search and Rescue Dog Association
email: training@minnsarda.com
http://www.minnsarda.com/become_handler/index.htm
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