Call to find out about spring classes.
Please contact Kathy Pennington at 850-459-8297

The Doggie Manners Class is an 8-week course to teach basic commands to your new pet. Please note that the class is available only to shelter adopters. During each course, the classes are held every Thursday at 6:15 p.m. at the Animal Service Center (Animal Shelter) on Easterwood Drrive.

The classes address how to communicate with your dog and helps with behavior problems, such as leash-pulling and jumping on people, as well as teaching basic commands. The purpose is to enable you to better understand your dogs and your dog’s actions.

See the Doggie Manners Class in action in a recent "For Pet's Sake" episode. Fast forward to the half way point.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?
The class costs $35 per dog for the entire 8 week course. Financial assistance is also available. You may pay online through PayPal or make other arrangements with Kathy Pennington at 850-459-8297. If you pay online you must also complete the online registration to send your dog's information.

How do I register?
You may register online or call Kathy Pennington at 850-459-8297 to register for the class.

How are the classes structured?
Depending on the size of the group and the age of the dogs, the class is split into two groups. The younger/inexperienced dog group will learn about crate training, house-breaking, and early development. The older group focuses on issues such as fear, barking, and aggression. Both groups are taught basic commands and address behavior problems.

What happens in the class?
Each class is structured around the dogs registered for that class, so each course will vary. The first class in each course is an information session about the trainers, how they train, and how dogs communicate. Classes 2-8 teach the basic commands as well as address any issues or questions that arise.