At Petco, we encourage pet parents to take a positive approach to make dog training an enjoyable, fulfilling activity. By nurturing bonds with dogs through positive reinforcement, the training process becomes easier for everyone involved. Petco Positive Dog Training offers fun, educational classes in a safe setting. It teaches pet parents how dogs think, learn, and communicate. We provide advice o
n how to encourage and reward polite dog manners in real-world situations. Our training methods promote a relationship of mutual respect and trust. Our Professional Dog Trainers undergo an intense 16-week training program that is updated yearly, with the most cutting-edge methods, ideas and principles. Classes utilize proven, science-based training principles based on research conducted by internationally renowned psychologist and behaviorist, B.F. To help dogs retain positive behaviors, our classes keep a dog's mind engaged and in a constant state of learning while our trainers closely observe how dogs are responding to their pet parents to optimize training. This includes:
Dog-friendly communication – rewarding good and ignoring inappropriate behavior
Instruction – guidance from our professional dog trainers on how to teach a behavior and cater to a dog's specific needs
Enrichment – keeping a dog's mind engaged by encouraging dogs to identify what behavior is being rewarded
Environmental Management – setting dogs up for success in any situation
Compassion – strengthening the bond between pet and pet parents
Training and classes are for dogs only. Current vaccinations are required. Classes offered:
Puppy Level 1: $119
For puppies 2-4 months old
This 6-week introductory group class focuses on socialization and is designed to teach your puppy basics including "sit," loose leash walking and to come when called. This dog training class also covers problem-solving ideas for potty training, chewing, teething, digging and more. Puppy Level 2: $119
For puppies between 4-6 months old
This 6-week group class expands on lessons learned in Level 1, phases out the use of treats so you can have a well-mannered puppy all the time and introduces fun activities to help keep your puppy's mind active! Adult Dog Level 1: $119
For dogs over 6 months old
This 6-week introductory group class is designed to help you better communicate and train your older puppy or mature dog. Dogs will learn skills such as "leave it," "wait" and walking on a loose leash. This class also addresses challenges such as jumping, barking and digging. Adult Dog Level 2: $119
For dogs that have graduated from Adult Dog Level 1
This 6-week group class expands on lessons learned in Level 1, introduces distractions so your dog will learn to listen in any situation and teaches you fun games to play with dogs of any age. Canine Good Citizen: $119
For dogs that have graduated from Adult Dog Level 2
The American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (AKC CGC) certification is recognized as a high standard of dog behavior and is an excellent way to prepare for therapy dog training. This training class prepares you and your dog to take the AKC CGC test as well as improve on behaviors already learned. Training Packages include:
Puppy Essentials Package: $239
This package includes Puppy Levels 1 and 2 plus two 60-minute workshops: Preventing Jumping and Loose Leash Walking. Puppy Complete Package:
This comprehensive option includes Puppy Levels 1 and 2 plus your choice of one of our Adult dog training classes. As a bonus, this package also includes a private lesson with your Dog Trainer and two workshops! Adult Dog Essentials Package: $239
This package includes Adult Dog Training Classes Levels 1 and 2 plus two 60-minute workshops. Adult Dog Complete Package:
This comprehensive package takes your dog from Adult Level 1 to Canine Good Citizen! The dog training package includes Adult Dog Levels 1 and 2, the Canine Good Citizen Class, a private lesson and two 60-minute workshops. We also offer private lessons that are tailored to your dog's specific needs.
1-Hour Private Lesson:
(4) 1-Hour Private Lessons:
(6) 1-Hour Private Lessons:
We even provide workshops and free 30-minute seminars that are positive, fun and informative! Workshops are $10
S.T.A.R Puppy Test: $10
A.K.C C.G.G (American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen) Test: $10
Meet our trainers:
Samantha Leib
Sam has been with Petco since 2013.
