Classes

How to Enroll in a Class:

New Clients:

Call us at (515) 986-7387 to check for availability.
Submit vaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella and negative fecal). Note: Bordetella can be waved for classes. And, puppies only need to be up-to-date for their age. You or your vet can send them. Our email is info@dogwoodslodge.com. Our fax is 515-986-3394.
Complete our "new client registration" (if not already a client).
Call or email us to secure your spot in the class!

Current Clients:

Just give us a call or shoot us an email!

Puppy Preschool ($175)

Upcoming Classes 2025

1/14/25-2/18/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT

3/4/25-4/8/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

4/29/25-6/3/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

6/17/25-2/22/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollmentv

8/5/25-9/9/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

9/23/25-10/28/25 Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

Prerequisite: None

Description. For puppies 9 weeks to 5 months of age. Includes beginner obedience: sit, place, down, come, name-recognition, crate training, leave-it, drop-it, and no mouthing or jumping. Also focuses on socialization and exposure to new things, such as new people, sounds and textures.

Required for First Class

Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
Bag of high value, tiny treats

Basic Obedience ($175)

Upcoming Classes 2025

1/9/25-2/13/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT

3/6/25-4/10/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

5/1/25-6/5/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

6/19/25-7/24/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

8/7/25-9/11/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

9/28/25-10/30/25 Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm Not yet open for enrollment

Prerequisite: None

Please note: Un-fixed male and female dogs will only be allowed on a case by case basis. Contact training@dogwoodslodge.com for pre-approval.

Description. Start the basics with Sit, Down, Leave it, Place, Look/Watch, Come, Heeling and Name Recognition. A great way to start establishing basic commands with your dog in a group setting. We will also have time for questions about any problem behaviors.

Required for First Class

Bag of bite sized treats (and a hungry dog)
Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
Please keep family members to a maximum of 2

Intermediate Obedience($195)

Upcoming classes 2025

1/6/25-2/10/25 Mondays 6:15pm-7:15pm OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT

Prerequisite: Basic Obedience

Please note: 1) Un-fixed male and female dogs will only be allowed on a case by case basis. Contact training@dogwoodslodge.com for pre-approval. 2) Class fee includes the CGC test administration (normally $40).

Description. We will work on tuning up all of your skills from basic and making them rock solid. This includes strengthening all basic obedience commands to the specifications of the CGC/TDI test. This includes things such as visiting with a patient, 20 ft recall, longer sit/stays with more distractions and reactions to strange and unfamiliar situations. The last week of class we will be doing the actual CGC test. Class limit is 8 dogs.

Required for First Class

Written proof of Rabies, Distemper (DHLPP), Bordetella and a negative fecal
Bag of bite sized treats (and a hungry dog)
Dog on a short leash (4-6') - no flexi leashes
Please keep family members to a maximum of 2