Scholars in Collars Academy

12/02/2025

Exciting news! We are now taking bookings for Day Training, Group Classes, and Private Lessons at Scholars in Collars Academy!

**Day Training:** Head to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays for five weeks without a worry! Rest assured, your dog will spend the day engaging in training, enriching activities, and burning off energy.

**Group Classes:** Join in the fun with 3-7 other dogs and their owners once a week for an hour. You'll follow a set curriculum designed to enhance learning at multiple levels, ensuring every pup gets the most out of the experience.

**Private Lessons:** Perfect for a quick refresher before family gatherings or if you'd rather not travel in the snow. Our trainers come to you, offering personalized sessions that cater to everything from puppy basics to managing reactivity.

Visit us at scholarsincollarsacademy.com or give us a call at (814) 299-6701 to book your spot today! We can't wait to help you and your furry friend succeed!

12/01/2025

New classes!

Fancy Feet: learn the skills needed for advanced heeling skills. A nice pre rally class to teach your dogs the mechanics for fancy pivots, position changes and more!

Trick Class: learn and earn your AKC Trick Dog Titles. Flexible curriculum for what tricks you want to learn. Evaluations are included in cost of the class!

Click n Trick: ever wondered how to get really advanced tricks like getting the mail or a drink from the fridge? This class will cover the technical mechanics of good clean clicker work and all it can unlock!

Canine Conditioning: Learn the power of conditioning your dog to help them be their healthiest self. Evaluation for Do More with Your Dog CCF1 included in course!

These classes run five weeks same day and time as their start dates. They are appropriate for dogs that have taken a level one group class with us or a comparable class anywhere!

We can't wait to do fun new stuff! Sign up here: https://book.pocketsuite.io/book/scholarsincollarsacademy

Questions? Text (814)299-6701

11/30/2025

🎓 Experience Meets Education at Scholars in Collars Academy! 🐾

When you choose Scholars in Collars Academy, you're
not just getting a dog trainer—you're getting an educator with proven credentials and over a decade of hands-on experience! We have been proudly serving the Erie area for more than fourteen years.

Our Credentials Speak for Themselves:

Our commitment to science-based, positive reinforcement training is rooted in rigorous education and experience:
🐶Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Certified Training Partner (CTP): We successfully completed this premier, rigorous six-month program, proving our training abilities are tested and proven.

Science & Learning Focused:
🐶We hold a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Gannon University, ensuring our methods are grounded in scientific principles.

Industry Experience:
🐶We began our career at the largest pet retailer in North America and worked up to the title of Area Trainer, responsible for training trainers across three states—their top training designation!

Certifications You Can Earn With Us:

We are authorized evaluators, meaning we can help you achieve official titles with your dog! We currently offer evaluations for:
🐾AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
🐾Therapy Dogs United (TDU)
🐾AKC Trick Dog
🐾DMWYD CCF

✨ Exciting New Classes Coming in the New Year! ✨

We are thrilled to announce that we are expanding our offerings in the new year to bring you more specialized classes, including programs tailored to:
AKC Trick Dog Titles: Led by our AKC Trick Dog Evaluator, these classes will help your dog learn fun new behaviors and earn official titles.

Canine Conditioning and Fitness: Led by our Do More With Your Dog Canine Condition and Fitness Instructor, these classes will focus on keeping your dog physically and mentally strong through tailored fitness and conditioning programs.

Our current group classes are expertly geared towards Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog preparation, but we also love helping owners through the teenage phase, teaching old dogs new tricks, and getting puppies off on the right foot! 🤗

Ready to transform your relationship with your dog?
Find out what program is right for you and your dog:

🌐 scholarsincollarsacademy.com
📱 Text (814)299-6701

11/29/2025

Our partnership with Because You Care, Inc. has been absolutely amazing! Please support their mission by clicking the link below!

From shelter to scholars!

Belinda has opened the door for countless dogs to find lifelong homes with educated, committed owners. While she hasn't been adopted yet, Belinda is not missing out on a family. Most dogs would be lucky to get the love and support that surrounds her every day!

November 30th is the last day to donate to a good cause! Help us reach our goals by visiting https://www.facebook.com/donate/633855886384940/

From shelter to scholars!

Belinda has opened the door for countless dogs to find lifelong homes with educated, committed owners. While she hasn't been adopted yet, Belinda is not missing out on a family. Most dogs would be lucky to get the love and support that surrounds her every day!

Thank you to everyone who has donated to help our partnership with Scholars in Collars Academy 🐾🎓

November 30th is the last day to donate to a good cause! Help us reach our goals by visiting https://www.facebook.com/donate/633855886384940/

11/27/2025

That feeling when everyone is feeling thankful and a full belly of turkey is imminent!

We want to share our most heartfelt thanks to our Scholars in Collars Academy family. From our wonderful help, and our amazing clients, we couldn't do it without the support of all of you.

During the news interview he asked what plans we have for the next five years I honestly couldn't think of anything. We have been so lucky with the most wonderful people and dogs the past four years and can't wait for four more.

What could we do for you in the next five years? I'd love to hear suggestions!

Also show us the dog you are thankful for in the comments!

Scholarsincollarsacademy.com

11/25/2025

Keep an eye out for our kids on Erie News Now in the next week or so!

11/25/2025

You cannot "reward" (in the sense of "enhance") a negative emotion with a positive action. You can decrease your dog's stress by doing something kind - or you can further increase it by being punitive. - SpiritDog Training

To start your dogs training journey head to Scholarsincollarsacademy.com and hit Book Now!
(814)299-6701

11/23/2025

Upcoming Group Classes at Scholars in Collars Academy!

Our group classes are designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Whether you are looking to develop new skills or enhance existing ones, our classes offer a blend of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on practice with our accredited trainers.

🐾Class Format

Each class session lasts about an hour and includes:

- Lecture: Gain foundational knowledge through engaging presentations.
-Demo: Watch live demonstrations to better understand the techniques with dogs in the class.
- Hands-On Work: Practice the skills under the guidance of our experienced trainers.

🐾 Schedule

Our group classes run over a period of five weeks, with each class occurring on the same day and time each week. This consistency helps in building a routine and allows for steady progression through the course material.

🐾 Curriculum

Participants will receive a detailed curriculum specific to their class. This curriculum includes:

- Weekly practice outlines
- Key concepts and techniques
- Additional resources for further learning

The curriculum is yours to keep, serving as a valuable reference for continued practice beyond the course.

🐾 Sign Up Today

Ready to join our classes and enhance your skills? Sign up today to secure your spot:

- Online Registration: [Book Now](https://book.pocketsuite.io/book/scholarsincollarsacademy)
Questions? Call us at (814) 299-6701

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best and take your skills to the next level!

11/22/2025

Our level one classes are now full through the end of the year, but message us if you'd like to get in and we can see if we can squeeze in one more Saturday time before 12/6 if we have enough interest!

We also have space in really fun tricks and Heelwork classes beginning 12/6 so save your spot for those!

Another throwback from the SiCA vaults! Four years ago Cobalt, Buddy, Rexford, Arnie, Dolly and Loki all posed nicely for a picture. The behind the scenes is in the comments 😂.

To start your dogs training journey, head to scholarsincollarsacademy.com and press Book Now or text (814)299-6701 for more information!

11/21/2025

Winnie, Brynn, Luke, Timber and Hank passed their Canine Good Citizen evaluations this week! Amazing pups and parents celebrating a wonderful accomplishment!

To start your dogs training journey, head to scholarsincollarsacademy.com and press Book Now or text (814)299-6701 for more information!

11/20/2025

Our Day Training Dogs enjoyed a wonderful hike at Lucky Dog Bark Park today!

The Bark Park is one of our favorite places in Erie for our personal dogs, day training outings, and private lessons!

20 fenced in acres means safe off leash hiking for your dog, practice with recall, check ins, swimming, and sniffing. Conflict free outings are the best outings!

When you rent the Bark Park you know you're the only one there. You never have to worry about random dogs that may or may not be friendly like at a regular dog park, which makes it great for dog selective dogs as well!

Checkout their Facebook for more information on this favorite outing spot!

11/17/2025

🎉 VOTING IS OPEN! Thank You for the Nomination! 🎉

We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly honored to announce that we have been nominated as a Top Pick for Erie's Best Dog Trainer!

This nomination means the world to us because it comes from you—our amazing clients and community members who believe in our positive, science-based approach to training. Every success story, every trick learned, and every happy, well-behaved pup is a shared win!

Now We Need Your Help to Win!

The next (and final!) step is the voting phase, and we'd love your support to bring home the title of Erie's Best!

Here is how you can help us win:
* Click here: https://bestof.eriereader.com/home-and-services/best-dog-trainer

* Find Our Name: Look for Scholars in Collars under the "Best Dog Trainer" category.

* Share with friends and family so they can do the same!

Let’s show Erie the power of positive reinforcement! Your vote helps validate our commitment to building strong, happy relationships between dogs and their humans.

Thank you again for this incredible honor and for being the best community a trainer could ask for!