Family Dog Training: Basics

This class is all about building a relationship with your dog and making sure your dog has the skills to be a valued member of your family. Polite greeting, coming when called, and walking on leash without pulling are only some of the behaviors taught. Each week a Tip for Canine Wellness is presented, covering such topics as nutrition, exercise, and fitness.

Dogs 20 weeks and older are welcome !

$215+tax/six classes
To enroll, please call 203-281-7150

Instructor: Kathy Shea, CPDT and staff

Please note that the class dates are not necessarily consecutive, especially the Saturday and Sunday sessions.


Sunday 7pm - 8pm

August 10, 2025 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs August 17, 24, September 7, 14, 21, 2025 7PM - 8PM with dogs

September 28, 2025 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2025 7PM - 8PM with dogs

November 9, 2025 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs November 16, 23, December 7, 14, 21, 2025 7PM - 8PM with dogs


Monday 5pm - 6pm

September 15, 2025 - First session is 5PM - 6:30 PM without dogs
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 2025 5 PM - 6 PM with dogs

Monday 7pm - 8pm

August 18, 2025 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs
August 25, September 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025 7PM - 8PM with dogs

October 6, 2025 - First session is 7PM - 8:30PM without dogs
October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 2025 7PM - 8PM with dogs


Wednesday 10am - 11AM

August 6, 2025 - First session is 10 AM - 11:30 AM without dogs
August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2025 10AM - 11AM with dogs

September 24, 2025 - First session is 10 AM - 11:30 AM without dogs
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025 10AM - 11AM with dogs

November 5, 2025 - First session is 10 AM - 11:30 AM without dogs
November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10, 2025 10AM - 11AM with dogs


Wednesday, 6pm - 7pm

August 27, 2025 - First session is 6PM - 7:30PM without dogs
September 3, 10, 24, October 1, 8, 2025 6PM - 7PM with dogs

October 15, 2025 - First session is 6PM - 7:30PM without dogs
October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2025 6PM - 7PM with dogs