Good Manners Obedience Training

General Information


Small class size offers individualized attention. Discounts available for adopted rescue dogs on your first class (proof of adoption required). To participate in group classes, dogs must be current on vaccinations and live inside the house with the family. If your dog lives primarily outside, you must commit to keeping your dog inside the house to be accepted into a class.  There are NO REFUNDS.  If you sign up for a class, it is expected that you are prepared to commit to that class.  However, you may be offered a transfer to a different class date if you are unable to complete your class as planned.   If your dog has a serious aggression issue with dogs or people, please consider Private Training.  Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held in Northeast El Paso. Dina is a National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI) Certified Instructor, an AKC Approved Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator, and a Therapy Dogs International (TDI) Certified Therapy Dog Evaluator.


  Questions? See FAQ's below, Phone 915-588-2938 or Email K9funworks@gmail.com.

Use the registration button below to sign up.

Good Manners I

Dogs and puppies 3 months and older. Proof of at least 3 Distemper/Parvo combo vaccinations is required for puppies. Please do not sign up for class unless you can provide proof of vaccinations! These vaccinations are usually given 3 weeks apart. For adult dogs, proof of up to date annual vaccine is required.


This class is 6 weeks for $129 OR $99 for Adopted Rescue Dogs with Proof of Adoption (choose adopted rescue when registering).


Dogs and handlers will learn and refine heel, sit, down, stand, stay, watch, come, place, leash manners, and leave it. Solutions for common behavior problems and household management are included.


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   FULL Tuesday February 11, 2025 @ 7:00pm

               FULL Saturday March 15 @ 9:00am 

              Tuesday April 8 @7:00pm 

                     Saturday May 3 @ 9:00am                               




Good Manners II

with AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test/title

For dogs who have completed the

Good Manners class


6 weeks for $139 (incudes CGC test)


Dogs and handlers will work on CGC level skills: 20 foot stays, 10 foot recalls, CGC heeling pattern with distractions, self control while approaching strangers and other dogs, sitting politely for petting and accepting handling by a stranger, behavior in crowds, behavior during a short separation from the owner. A CGC test is included and will be given upon conclusion of the course.



Saturday mornings at 10am

ongoing - Register Anytime!


Currently building a list for a Thursday evening CGC class- if interested please email to add your name to the list.




Click HERE to learn more about the

AKC CGC Program.

Community Canine

with CGCA test/title

For dogs who have completed Good Manners II AND passed the AKC CGC test!


5 weeks / $139.00 (includes CGCA test)


Dogs and handlers will continue to work on the skills that helped them earn their CGC certificate: Group stays, recalls with distractions, public manners and calmness in the presence of strangers and other dogs, manners while entering public doorways, and leave it in a public setting. This class also covers all aspects of the TDI therapy dog test including introduction to medical equipment.  CGCA test included.


UPCOMING DATES:

Saturday Afternoons @ 3:00pm beginning March 16

(TDI & CGCA test will be scheduled May 2025)


Click HERE to learn more about the

AKC CGCA Program.

FAQs

  • How many dogs per class?

    No more than 7 dogs are allowed per class. Small class size offers individualized attention. Classes fill quickly so register early.

  • How do I pay?

    Pay with PayPal, check or cash.

  • Does my dog have to have shots to attend?

    Dogs must be current on vaccinations and you must provide proof.

  • Do you offer any discounts?

    Discounts available for adopted rescue dogs on your first class (proof of adoption required).

  • Does my dog have to live in my house?

    Yes. If your dog lives primarily outside, you must commit to keeping your dog inside the house to be accepted into a class. 

  • What equipment do I need for class?

    Regular buckle or snap collar, slip collar, or prong training collar and regular 6 foot leash. If you are unsure what kind of collar you need for your dog please call Dina prior to class start date for advice. Biothane or leather leash is recommended over webbing or rope. No harnesses head collars, or E-collars! 


    While a Flexi (retractable) leash is a good piece of equipment to have for potty training, it is not going to be useful in a group class setting. You will need a 20 foot training line towards the end of class (weeks 5 & 6) to practice stays and recalls.  


    Bring a dog bed for the place exercise. Platform bed recommended (K & H brand or Kuranda bed). 


    Soft treats! String cheese or chicken breast are highly recommended as well as hotdogs.  Commercial treats are OK, but less preferable.

  • Where are classes held?

    Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held in a Northeast El Paso park.

  • Do you offer refunds?

    There are no refunds.