Family Dog Training: Basics

This class is all about building a relationship with your dog and making sure your dog has the skills to be a valued member of your family. Polite greeting, coming when called, and walking on leash without pulling are only some of the behaviors taught. Each week a Tip for Canine Wellness is presented, covering such topics as nutrition, exercise, and fitness.

Dogs 20 weeks and older are welcome !

$215+tax/six classes
To enroll, please call 203-281-7150

Instructor: Kathy Shea, CPDT and staff

Please note that the class dates are not necessarily consecutive, especially the Saturday and Sunday sessions.


Sunday 7pm - 8pm

April 26, 2026 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs May 3, 10, 17, 31, June 7, 2026 7PM - 8PM with dogs

June 14, 2026 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs June, 21, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 2026 7PM - 8PM with dogs


Monday 5pm - 6pm

Monday 7pm - 8pm

June 1, 2026 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs June 8, 15, 29, July 6, 13, 2026 7PM - 8PM with dogs

July 20, 2026 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs July 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 7PM - 8PM with dogs


Wednesday 10am - 11AM

May 27, 2026 -First session is 10 AM - 11:30 AM without dogs
June 3, 10, 17, July 1, 8, 2026 10AM - 11AM with dogs

July 15, 2026 -First session is 10 AM - 11:30 AM without dogs
July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2026 10AM - 11AM with dogs


Wednesday, 6pm - 7pm

May 6, 2026 - First session is 6PM - 7:30PM without dogs
May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2026 6PM - 7PM with dogs

July 1, 2026 - First session is 6PM - 7:30PM without dogs
July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 2026 6PM - 7PM with dogs

August 12, 2026 - First session is 6PM - 7:30PM without dogs
August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 23, 2026 6PM - 7PM with dogs