Equipment

​Required equipment

  • 6 foot leather, nylon, or cotton leash
  • Buckle or safety clip collar
  • ​Appropriate Walking Harness

​Accepted Equipment

  • Body Harnesses

  • Head Halters

​Equipment that is never allowed

  • Choke Chains
  • Pinch or Prong Collars
  • Chain Leashes
  • ​Shock Collars

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Packages Available

  • Fido's First Steps - Purchase Puppy Kindergarten Class and Adolescent Puppy Class at the same time and receive both classes for $300. Classes purchased separately are $165 each. Puppy and Adolescent classes must be completed within 8 weeks of starting the class.
  • Fido's Continuing Education - Purchase the Basic Obedience class and one advanced class at the same time and receive both classes for $300. Regularly priced at $330
  • ​All classes must be completed within 6 months of purchase date (package and individual classes)
  • Classes must be purchased for and used by the same dog. Classes are non transferable ( package and individual classes)

Payment Information

  • ​Payment must be received by the beginning of the first class
  • We accept cash, checks, Visa and Mastercard
  • There will be a convenience fee added for the processing of credit cards
  • There will be a $30.00 returned item fee assessed for any payment not honored by your bank or credit card company​

General Information

  • For all classes please arrive on time. We start classes at the time stated, and late arrivals are disruptive to the rest of the class. If you do arrive late,​ please wait at the entrance to the training room until the instructor reaches a natural stopping point and invites you to join the class.
  • Dates and fees are subject to change without prior notice
  • Minimum class size must be met or start dates may be postponed
  • Although most classes are held indoors, they may still be postponed due to extreme weather conditions

Personalized Training For the pet you love

Refunds & Discounts

  • Refunds, or discounts minus any convenience fees, will be made only if requested prior to the end of the first class session
  • If classes were paid for by check, refund will be processed only after funds have been credited by the bank
  • ​There will be NO REFUNDS under any other circumstances​

Gifts Certificates Available

  • Gift Certificates are available in any amount
  • Contact the staff of The Educated Pet to purchase gift certificates​

Vaccination & Health Requirements

  • ALL dogs and puppies must provide proof of age appropriate vaccinations prior to, or at, the first day of class
  • ALL puppies must have a clear fecal exam prior to joining class
  • The Educated Pet also recommends that you have your dog vaccinated with the H3N8 Canine Influenza vaccine
  • If your dog shows any signs of illness, please keep them home from class and contact our staff
  • The Educated Pet reserves the right to send any dog home if they come to class with any potentially contagious health issues.