Tails Humane Society: Dog Training Program

05/30/2024

New Classes now offered at Tails!!!
Need help getting your dog's attention... check out our FOCUS class on Thursday nights!
Looking for a fun activity to do with your dog... check out our NOSEWORK Odor Detection Class on Tuesday nights!Go to tailshumanesociety.org/dog-training

Tails Humane Society provides a safe haven for local dogs, cats, and critters who are in need of care and adoption.

05/19/2024

Our Advanced Obedience class working on calm, extended stays in various positions & distances.

05/19/2024

More Intermediate Class pics.

05/19/2024

Our Intermediate Class practicing on walking with other dogs without engaging with them or their handlers.

05/10/2024

Puppy & Adolescent Class Social learning/ play time

05/03/2024

Our Advanced Obedience Class working on staying on "Place" with distractions & their handlers at a distance.

04/06/2024

Our next Intermediate Obedience class begins April 11th. Contact [email protected] for more information.

02/10/2024

Our Intermediate Class...

02/05/2024

Holidays are behind us and our classes are in full GO mode! Upcoming classes are listed on our website and you can register right from the links there. Check it out... Www.tailshumanesociety.org/services/dog-training

Tails Humane Society provides a safe haven for local dogs, cats, and critters who are in need of care and adoption.

10/21/2023

Congrats to our Advanced Class! SUPER job, Everyone! Great "place-stay, sit-stay, down-stay, & stand-stay" and look how close those beds are... all without touching a leash!

10/09/2023

Our Advanced Obedience is taught without touching the leash. So proud of the commitment these students have to working with their dogs.

07/21/2023

Looking for a fun way to make a difference at Tails? Our training classes are looking for volunteers to assist in our classes. No training experience, no problem... committed volunteers can learn as they go. Classes meet Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday nights and Saturday mornings. You can committ to one day a week or multiple days per week. If interested contact me for more information: [email protected]

07/17/2023

Advanced class working on place-stays & recalls while out of sight!

06/17/2023

Congrats to our Advanced Obedience Grads! (Note, this class is taught without touching the leash.) Good job All!

06/16/2023

"Place"-stays are one of the lessons taught in our Puppy & Adolescent classes as well as in our Intermediate & Advanced. A great way to manage behavior and teach your dog to "turn off!"

06/15/2023

DeKalb's Finest voting through the Daily Chronicle is open again. Please vote daily through July 3 for Tails Humane Society as Best Pet Trainer!

Vote today for your favorites in DeKalb County!

04/15/2023

Did you know that you can now register for our dog training classes on our website? Www.tailshumanesociety.org/dog-training. Let's get training!

TAILS provides Dog Training classes which includes basic obedience levels, polite puppies I+II, Mentoring Shelter Dogs, and Foundation to Tricks.

02/16/2023

Notice: Thursday night Basic Obedience Class, Due to the expected weather conditions we are postponing tonight's class until next week, Feb. 23. Pls reply to my text with your dog's name so I know you got this msg.
Be safe out there!

12/23/2022

Just a reminder, Friday (23rd) & Saturday (24th) classes have been postponed due to inclement weather and the holiday. We look forward to seeing you all next week. Happy Holidays!

06/30/2022

Just reminder for our current Training classes... No classes June 30th, July 1st, or 2nd. Have a Happy and Safe Holiday weekend and I'll see you all next week!

06/03/2022

Our Intermediate Obedience Class has been working hard to hone their skills... Great job All!

03/07/2022

Our classes are in full swing... for upcoming Puppy, Adolescent, & Basic Obedience class schedules check out our website tailshumanesociety.org/services/dog-training or email [email protected] for more information.

Services include low cost spay/neuter, training classes, lost and found pets, and surrendering a pet.

08/20/2021

Dog training classes for Friday & Saturday, Aug 20 & 21, are postponed for a week. Hope to see everyone next week and we will resume where we left off. If you are in one of these classes post your dog's name so that I know you got the message. Keep practicing!

08/11/2021

Tonight's classes have been postponed due to weather. Be safe & See you next week at graduation!

04/01/2021

Answers to common questions:
Do you have In-person classes? Yes, our Tuesday through Saturday classes meet in-person.
Do you still offer online/virtual classes? Yes, Mondays are our online classes. Where can I see dates & times of upcoming classes? Please see our schedule of available classes on our website www.tailshumanesociety.org/services/dog-training.
How do I register? Send an email to [email protected]

TAILS provides Dog Training classes which includes basic obedience levels, polite puppies I+II, Mentoring Shelter Dogs, and Foundation to Tricks.

03/04/2021

In-person classes have resumed at Tails (despite my sprained foot) and we look forward to getting you scheduled for an upcoming class. Contact [email protected] for more information and to register!

Virtual classes also continue to be available... please specify, if interested.

02/13/2021

Saturday morning Training Classes: We will meet today on Zoom due to the dangerous travel conditions. Check your email for the link. See you online!

02/04/2021

We are starting to resume our In-person classes. Please visit our website or contact [email protected] for more information. Let's get training!