Training Classes and Workshops

• This is the most critical learning period of a dog's life because they learn the fastest and adapt best to new experiences.
• Class will address common puppy issues, including Housebreaking, Crate Training, Play Biting and Dominance, and Nutrition.
• Gives puppies a firm foundation in behavior and socialization by teaching healthy socialization with other dogs and people.
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• Upbeat class designed around solving dog obedience and behavior issues and working on your dog's manners for daily living.
• Class addresses the basics: control, attention, interaction with others (people and pets), focus, and behavior problems.
• We will also work on mastering the exercises to prepare for the Canine Good Citizen Test, including, sit, stay, come, heel through crowds, distractions, separation from owner, and attention from strangers.
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Do you want to gain control of your dog at home and out in public ? Here’s a chance to work on basic manners and have fun doing so.

This class is for any dog and handler that need to work on the basics for having a well mannered dog in any setting. The usual skills of sit , down, stay, come when called, and loose leash walking will be introduced.

We will also work on issues such as door dashing, toe nail trimming, and jumping on grandma. You’ll learn to properly use a clicker and some other training techniques such as Doggie Zen and how to give your dog a job.

Come out for some fun and get a handle on your dogs behavior.

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Is your dog just waiting to be discovered? Is he cuter, smarter, and more talented then all those dogs you see in the movies or in ads?

In the Hollywood Dog™ 101 class, you will learn what you need to know to break into show biz.

I will answer your questions and more as I guide you through acting in-and-outs -

• What types of animals work and why
• What skills are needed for live action, video, and still photo shoots
• What to know for success on set - human AND animal
• How to package your animal for agents and casting directors
• What to include in your animal's training program to increase his marketability
• Creative problem solving on set
• How to build enthusiasm and "happiness" to work

You will learn some of the most common skills/tricks that producers ask for and how to quickly train a trick that you don’t know, if it’s requested on set. You will learn how to send your dog to a mark to perform and practice working for others, and how to build new tricks from known commands. You will also get some talent agent contacts and have a photo session on graduation day for your portfolio.

This is the class for those who want to refine and teach your dogs a whole new set of skills to increase their marketability. 

In Hollywood Dog™ 101, you learned what YOU need to know to succeed on set and what you need to teach your dog to maximize their opportunity to get jobs.

Hollywood Dog™ 201 will give you the opportunity to master the specific skills and tricks that directors ask for and help you refine your shaping skills so that you can pull together magic out of thin air when required on set. 

In  HD 201, we will work in the class environment, but we will also take it on the road and work on location so that you can practice in an "on-set" environment.

• Here's your chance to work with your puppy to earn the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy distinction! All dogs need the necessary components of the program including Socialization, Training, Activity, and a Responsible owner.
• We will continue training and prevention of the most common puppy behaviors, such as housebreaking, crate training, play bite and dominance, socialization with people and other dogs, and proper nutrition.
• Gives puppies a firm foundation in behavior and socialization by continuing to work on healthy socialization with other dogs and people, and will expand their horizons by adding different sizes and ages of dogs and more environmental changes.
• There will be a test during the final class - all those that pass will earn AKC's S.T.A.R. Puppy Award!

• New sport and behavior modification program that teaches detection work on four elements (containers, interiors, exteriors, and vehicles) for fun
• All dogs can play and play now - K9 Nose Work creates games where pet parents get out and about exploring and pursuing with their dogs whether they want to compete or not
• This is a wonderful class and sport for reactive dogs - human and/or dog reactive dogs or resource guarding dogs can play and play now – deaf dogs, elderly dogs, retired show dogs, blind dogs, reactive dogs, three legged dogs, fearful dogs, or environmentally challenged dogs
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• Work on family manners — loose leash walking and off-leash obedience, attention when spoken to, come when called, polite greetings and interaction with family and strangers.
• Behavior problems - reactivity and/or aggression to humans or animals, destructive behavior, guarding resources or territory, barking, shy or timid dogs.
• Obedience and foundation skills for dog sports - Agility, Flyball, freestyle, Rally, etc.
• Hollywood Dog™ skills.
• Your curriculum is structured around your dog's needs — we will focus on individual goals and problems, so you can decide to work on your dog's jumping problems one week, and then get a handle on loose lead walking the next.

• Class is designed for dogs that are a bit overwhelmed by the world around them.
• Designed to help the dog that is afraid to approach everyday items in their environment or are intimidated by people or other dogs.
• Shy Dog Class will show you how to safely manage and support your fearful dog and give you insight into your dog’s fears.
• We will use reward based training and desensitization to help you build your dog's confidence and create a positive environment to ease his fears.

• This class teaches dogs and handlers foundation behaviors needed to succeed in the sport of agility.
• This class is for dogs and handlers that have had Basic Obedience or Shaping 101 (or instructor approval). Dog/Handler teams learn basic skills such as crate games, loose leash walking, sit, stay, down, come, nose touch, interacting with objects, circle work (shadow handling), and tug.
• Dogs will also be introduced to beginner agility obstacles such as the tunnel, wobble board, and jumps.

Want to get on board with one of the most exciting dog sports?

Agility Fundamentals will get you started - bring your four-legged athlete out and see if this is a sport you and your dog might excel in.

This class is for any dog 6 months and older that has a handler that wishes to pursue the sport.

Teams are taught how to combine basic manner skills such as sit, down, stay, come when called, and loose leash walking with tools for building agility fundamentals — you will also be introduced to such things as the wobble board, jumps, targets, table and clicker.

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JUN 27

Here’s a chance to work on your reactive dog's obedience and issues. This class will be set up to help your dog succeed while you work on your training goals. Each handler will set specific goals for their work sessions and each dog will have a training path based on these goals and individual progress made.

This is a 4 week class and dogs come to all classes. Once the handler and dog have attended the initial 4 week class session, they will continue on a monthly basis ($120 per 4 week session).

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Want to spend some quality time with your dog where both of you will have a chance to boogie down? Freestyle Dancing is a fun class for both the handler and the dog.

Big, little, young, and old - all handlers and dogs can learn - no dancing skills required!

In this class, each team will work at their own level. You will play off of natural movements and talents, such as spins, Figure 8's, jumping, backing up, and rolling over. Music and heel work become the glue to help you create a fun performance.

Costuming, picking music, playing to your audience, and maintaining your dog's focus will be some of the skills you will learn.

Come join us for a fun time and create your signature moves!

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• This class focuses on teaching your dog to locate a specific odor on command.
• This class includes scent imprinting on a single target odor (essential oil), command association, pinpointing, and teaching the alert behavior.
• Each week we will practice exercises and scenarios to build your dog’s foundation in utilizing his sense of smell to find a target odor.
• Dogs of all sizes, breeds, and skill levels are welcome.
• This class is great for building confidence in shy dogs or teaching focus in dogs that are easily distracted.

• Perfect your shaping skills by teaching fun tricks and skills.
• This class is great for building confidence in shy dogs or redirecting focus in dogs that are easily distracted.
• This class will teach dogs various tricks with and without the use of props utilizing clicker training.
• Work towards Trick Dog titles (novice).

• This class is for dogs that already understand shaping and targeting.
• This class will teach dogs upper level tricks and behavior sequences with and without the use of props utilizing clicker training.
• Prior training required: clicker training, shaping, and targeting.
• Work towards Trick Dog titles (intermediate & advanced).

The building blocks for Hollywood Dog™, Agility Foundations, and other fun activities!

• Click-N-Trick introduces you and your dog to the art of shaping behaviors using a clicker.
• Shaping teaches your dog to think and will encourage them to offer behaviors, which are the building blocks of Tricks and skills that you want them to learn.
• We will work through different exercises in this 2 hour session and then you will go home and continue teaching your dog the “fun” in learning.

During this 2 hour workshop, you will practice the 10 steps covered in the CGC exam, and will have a chance to work on any areas where you are having difficulty.

There will be scheduled CGC Test (cost $25) to follow this workshop. You are not required to take the Prep Workshop to take the test - please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve a testing slot.

Started in 1989, the CGC Program is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test will receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.

The 10 exercises covered in the exam are —

1. Greeting a friendly stranger
2. Sitting politely for petting
3. Grooming (allowing Evaluator to run a brush down the dog's back and touch his or her paws and ears)
4. Loose leash walking
5. Walking through a crowd
6. Stay
7. Coming when called
8. Reaction to other dogs
9. Reaction to distractions
10. Supervised separation

Set your puppy up for success as you begin your adventures in housetraining!

YOU play the most important part in the success or failure while you are training your puppy - you must be patient, determined, and consistant for the training to work.

The first few weeks of owning a puppy are some of the hardest and most important. Spending extra time and effort now will pay off in a big way. Don't blame the puppy if you're busy or lazy!

• Learn what to expect from your new family member in this 2 hour workshop.
• You will learn the basics of house training, what to expect from your new puppy from a physiology perspective and how to set them up for success.
• Crate training, paper training, and establishing a routine are covered in this session.

New dog, old dog – doesn’t matter – training can be fun AND successful!

Family Manners Workshops are designed around solving dog obedience and behavior issues and working on your dog’s manners for daily living.

Issues covered (in separate workshops) —

• House-soiling / Anxiety Issues / Guarding Food, Toys, or People / Destructiveness / Separation Problems
• Barking / Fearfulness / Reactivity / Child & dog issues (biting, scratching, pulling clothing)
• Basic Manners (jumping up, counter-surfing, etc) / Leash Manners (pulling, lunging)
• Recall / Come (door bolting, running away, not coming when called)
• Choosing the right puppy/rescue for your family / Preparing home for the new Puppy / Preparing your dog for your new Baby
• Introducing Dogs & Cats / Multi-dog Households

This Scent Works Workshop has been designed to show pet owners how to tap into the power of their dog's nose in a fun way that promotes teamwork and confidence building.

• Are you interested in scent detection but not sure what type to explore?
• Learn about different types of scent detection (Just for Fun/Competition, SAR, Tracking, Hunting/Pet Detection, Cadaver, Contraband, Pest Detection, etc) and how to tell which is best for your dog.
• Learn imprinting techniques for a single target odor & command association.
• Understand the basics of scent theory, reading K9 body language, types of alert behaviors, and effective use of rewards. Learn about the importance of proper scenario set ups and how to avoid common pitfalls.

Lights, Camera, Action!

So You Think Fido Has What It Takes To Be A Star?

Is your dog just waiting to be discovered? Are you convinced he’s cuter, smarter, and more talented then all those dogs you see in the movies or in ads?

Then meet Traci Murdock, a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), photographer, Talent Scout and Wrangler, and much more. Traci uses all these talents to teach dog owners the skills their dogs need to break into show business.

Traci used her own experiences in getting her dogs exposed to the business of canine acting to create Hollywood Dog™ classes, which teach the most common skills and tricks that producers ask for and how to quickly train your dog for a new trick if it's required on set. Class attendees also learn how to send their dogs to a mark to perform, practice working for others, and learn how to build new tricks from known commands.

Traci also provides talent agent contacts and conducts a photo session at the end of the day so that graduates will have head shots to send out.