Just Rewards provides training and behavior consulting for dogs of all breeds and ages.  We use positive reinforcement methods that are gentle and rewarding for both you and your canine companion. We have several training programs for you to choose from or we can design one specifically for you and your dog's needs.  Any of the programs can be customized as well. 

Our goal is to design a training program that is affordable, convenient and fun for you and your dog!

Private Training is great for families whose schedules make it difficult for them to attend group classes or who have dogs that may not be ready to work around a group of unknown dogs.  These sessions are done at your home, a nearby park, or wherever it's convenient for you.

Our Manners Programs (similar to those listed under Group Training Classes) are great for those people wanting to train their dogs in the basics and who prefer a fairly structured curriculum.  These are private training programs that have a curriculum similar to many group classes but can be modified for each person and dog. These are typically done as "packages" of 4-6 sessions per program with each session 45 minutes - 1 hour in length. 

Puppy Manners

Your puppy will also learn behaviors such as sit, down, stay, come, watch, wait at doors, greet people nicely, leave forbidden items, and walk on a loose leash.  Playtime with the other puppies is included each class.  The goal is to have a well-socialized and well-mannered puppy at home and when out in public. 

This program is for puppies less than 5 months old at the start of class. The first class is an orientation for humans only.

Puppy Manners 2

This program is for puppies that have completed our Puppy Manners or similar course and know the basics such as sit, down, stay, and come.  It is designed for puppies that are ready to work the basics in much harder situations.  This course is for those wanting to:

• continue socializing your puppy with other friendly puppies and humans
• further strengthen your relationship and communication with your puppy
• help your puppy gain fluency in the basic skills you learned in the Puppy Manners course and take these to the next level by incorporating them into more complex behaviors
• take it on the road and practice all the behaviors in the real world and in every day life situations  

Your puppy will learn behaviors such as sit and down from a distance and with real life distractions; longer sit and down stays; "come" in the real world; go to their "place"; basic heeling; leaving things alone while out for a walk; proper etiquette for meeting and playing with dogs; some fun tricks; and will continue to work on good manners. 

Basic Manners

This program is for dogs with little to no training or for those wanting to learn how to train their dog using positive reinforcement and/or clicker training. This course is designed to:

This program is for dogs 5 months of age and older. The first class is an orientation for humans only.

Small Dog Basic Manners 

This program is for dogs 5 months of age and older that weigh less than 25 lbs. It is similar to the Basic Manners class but with a Tiny Twist! This course will focus on the needs of little companions and will teach you training techniques geared especially toward small dogs. We also cover behavior problems that tend to be more prevalent in small dogs such as house training, barking, handling, socialization, etc. Your dog will learn basic household manners and behaviors such as sit, down, stay, come, wait at doors, greet people nicely, leave forbidden items, walk on a loose leash, and some cute tricks. The goal is to have a well-mannered little dog at home and when out in public.

This program is for dogs 5 months of age and older that weigh less than 25 lbs. The first class is an orientation for humans only.

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Rally Classes

Rally is a great new sport that is becoming very popular with people and dogs of all ages! It is a unique combination of obedience exercises performed on a course that both dogs and handlers love. Rally emphasizes teamwork, communication and fun for the dog/handler team while providing an interactive approach to obedience. The exercises involved in the course are fun and will help build your skills as a handler and increase your dog's repertoire of behaviors. Praise, encouragement, and nonstop communication are permitted in this sport. The class will teach you and your dog how to perform the Rally exercises and how to read and complete a variety of Rally courses. Whether you are interested in competing, or just want to try something new with your dog, this is the sport for you! Come join us and see what all the rage is about! 

Intro to Rally

Introduces you to the sport of Rally and covers the 31 Novice level signs and exercises.  You will also learn to work as a team with your dog, how to navigate a Rally course, and to develop attention around minor distractions.

Prerequisite: Completion of our Basic Manners or similar course and dogs should know the basics such as sit, down, stay, come and loose leash walking. 

Rally Novice

Continues working on the Novice level Rally signs and exercises with an emphasis on furthering your teamwork, tightening your heeling, and building greater attention and focus.  This class is for those interested in competing in Rally or those just wanting to have fun.

Prerequisite: Completion of Intro to Rally or knowledge of the Novice level signs.

Rally Advanced/Excellent

This class is for those with a thorough understanding of the Rally Novice exercises who are ready to move on to the Advanced and Excellent level signs.  Because Rally Advanced and Excellent are off leash, there will be a strong emphasis in strengthening teamwork, focus, and work around distractions in order to develop solid off leash skills. 

Prerequisite: Completion of our Rally Novice class or thorough understanding of the Novice level signs.  Teams also must be able to heel with attention for short periods and be able to work around minor distractions.

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Intermediate Manners

This program is for dogs that have completed our Basic Manners or similar course and know the basics such as sit, down, stay, and come.  It is designed for dogs that are ready to kick it up a notch and work the basics in much harder situations.  This course is for those wanting to:

Your dog will learn behaviors such as sit, down and stand from a distance and with real life distractions; long sit and down stays; "come" in the real world; front; finish; basic heeling; leaving things alone while out for a walk; proper etiquette for meeting and playing with dogs; beginning off leash work; and some fun tricks. 

This program is for dogs that have taken our Basic Manners course or the equivalent.  Bring your dog to the first class. 

Advanced Manners (instructor approval required)

This program is for dogs that have successfully completed our Intermediate Manners course or the equivalent.  It is designed to teach you the skills to get your dog to respond in highly distracting outdoor areas and work on off leash skills for those wanting to enjoy dog friendly off leash parks, beaches, and other locales.  This class is typically held in various off leash areas and may be at different locations each week to broaden the types of distractions that you and your dog will be exposed to.  This program has a heavy focus on working around extreme distractions including: attention on the owner, recalls, leave it, impulse control and loose leash walking. Owners will be required to bring a 20-30 foot long line to class.

This program is for dogs that have taken our Basic Manners course or the equivalent and know the basics such as sit, down, stay, and come. Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. This class prepares dogs and their handlers to take the CGC test. The test is given the last class of the 6-week session.

This program is for dogs that have taken our Basic Manners course or the equivalent.  Bring your dog to the first class. 

Super Tricks

This program is for dogs that have taken a Basic Manners class and are ready to add some extra fun to their training.  Super Tricks will teach your dog some fun and practical tricks to entertain your family and friends as well as increase your skills as a trainer.  Included in this class are a variety of tricks such as: spin, bow, weave, sit pretty, roll over, play dead, shake, wave, high five, ring a bell, targeting, weave, crawl, back up, etc. You will also learn some great games to play with your dog.  Fun is required!

This program is for dogs that have taken our Basic Manners course or the equivalent.  Bring your dog to the first class. 

This 2-week class is for dogs that need to learn or brush up on their leash manners.  You will learn many safe and dog friendly techniques to make walking your dog a pleasure instead of a chore. We will also discuss different tools, which would be best for your dog, and how to use them effectively. 

Training your dog to come quickly and reliably is the most important behavior you will ever teach him.  It can actually save his life one day.  This 2-week class is the first step in teaching your dog to come every time you call him.  You will learn how and when to use the word "come", how to motivate your dog to come each and every time you call him, and how to build a reliable recall in the real world.

All dogs could use a little training refresher periodically.  This 2-week class will cover important daily manners such as greeting people politely, waiting at the door, ignoring forbidden items, and going to their bed/mat.  The goal is to build and reinforce good manners at home and when out in public. 

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If you adopted your dog from a shelter or rescue group, ask us about our Rescue Discount!

Board and Train (not currently offered)