Group Dog Training Classes
on Sundays located in the training room at
Foothills Animal Shelter
and other locations on Saturdays
Clients LOVE our small, friendly group classes at the Foothills Animal Shelter in Golden, Colorado. Each class is kept small — just 5 dogs (or 8 puppies for play-based fun) — so you and your dog get plenty of personal attention.
We offer classes for every stage: Puppy, Teen, Adult, Intermediate, Canine Good Citizen, and our popular Doggy Dash Back recall class. With rolling admission, you can start any week and attend 6 consecutive sessions that fit your schedule.
Whether your pup is learning the basics, polishing their manners, or mastering advanced skills, our experienced trainers are here to help them shine — and help you enjoy life together even more.
Why Choose Our Group Dog Training Classes?
🔹 Positive Reinforcement Approach: We believe in nurturing your dog’s skills through positive reinforcement techniques, ensuring a happy and fulfilling learning experience for both you and your pet.
🔹 Certified Trainers: Our team consists of certified professionals dedicated to providing top-notch training tailored to your dog’s unique needs.
🔹 Comprehensive Curriculum: From basic obedience to advanced skills, our classes cover everything your dog needs to excel as a well-behaved and sociable companion.
🔹 Fun and Engaging Environment: Join a community of like-minded pet lovers and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow dog enthusiasts while watching your dog thrive.
Topics
There is so much for your dog to learn. We will cover topics based on class interests, and the individual needs of the teams. Topics may include:
Rolling Enrollment - Start Anytime!
Our group dog training classes offer rolling enrollment, so you can start whenever you’re ready – no waiting for a new session! Each class follows a structured curriculum, allowing you to jump in and progress at your own pace with expert guidance.
Join today and start training right away!
Which class is right for your dog?
Read the descriptions below, and if you have questions, text or call us 720-580-5516.
Puppy Class
Start your pup off right in group class with socialization, confidence-building, and essential life skills. We cover house training, play skills, handling, enrichment, and a few important cues to help your puppy grow into a well-mannered companion.
Foundations for a Well-Behaved Adolescent Dog
This class is designed for young teen dogs between 8 and 18 months old and focuses on core manners such as sit, down, stay, come when called, leash walking, and polite greetings. We’ll also incorporate some supervised play, so your dog must already have experience playing appropriately with other dogs in a daycare or puppy class setting.
If your dog hasn’t had this type of group play experience, please email or text us first—we can help you decide whether this class is the right fit or if our Basic Manners class would be a better starting point.
Foundations for a well-behaved dog! This class introduces core manners like sit, down, stay, come when called, leash walking, and polite greetings. Perfect for dogs new to training—or those who need a fresh start.
Not sure where to begin? Book a single in-home lesson for a personalized assessment and recommendation.
Take training into the real world! This field trip class practices stays, leash walking, and polite greetings in public. For dogs with beginner training.
Build a fast, happy recall—even with distractions. Learn fun games, clear cues, and strategies so your dog runs back every time. Great for new or refresher training.
Practice all 10 CGC skills: polite greetings, loose leash walking, sit/down/stay, recall, calm around dogs, handling distractions, and short separations. Perfect for everyday manners—testing scheduled separately. 🐶
Reviews about Dog Training Class
What to bring to class
- Your dog’s meal in a baggie
- A separate baggie of treats your dog absolutely loves!
- A treat pouch
- Teen class only: A long-lasting chew, lick mat, or frozen Kong
Please leave at home
- Training collars (chain, prong, electric or other)
- Retractable leashes
- Poop bag holders attached to leashes
Helpful Tip:
On the morning of class, consider skipping your dog’s breakfast or feeding them only half of their usual portion. A hungry dog is often more motivated during training!
How it all started
From the archives, this is one of our first CGC classes. We graduated three dogs, two of whom went on to actively participate in therapy dog work. Over the years, we get updates and pictures, and we couldn’t be prouder!
Are you ready to get started?
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with your canine companion? Use the link below to unleash your dog’s full potential! We can’t wait to see you and your dog at our upcoming classes.
Discover Your Ideal Dog Training Solution: Personalized Consultations Await!
Are unsure if group classes are a good fit for you and your dog? Are you potentially curious about private training?
Let’s talk about it. Our 30-minute online dog training consultations offer a unique opportunity to explore the best training options for your dog. You’ll connect with an experienced dog trainer in your area who can provide personalized advice and answer all your questions. If it seems right, we’ll suggest initial training exercises to start with your dog immediately. Our introductory session is available at a special introductory rate for the first half-hour. We’re eager to meet you and help you find the perfect training solution for your canine companion!