Dog (and People) Training Classes
Basic Manners with Josh
This beginner-level class will help lay a foundation of communication and training fundamentals for both you and your dog. Foundational skills for the human end of the leash include clicker mechanics, observation, and cueing. Foundational skills for the dog end of the leash include Watch Me, Touch, Place, Recall, Sit, Down, Wait, Stay, and Walking on Leash.
The first class in the series is an orientation class for humans only (please leave dogs home for the first class).
6 weekly classes, Sundays from 9am-10am.
First session: Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16
Second session: Mar 2, Mar 9, Mar 16, Mar 23, Mar 30, Apr 6
$200
For questions & to register, email us at info@K9toFive.net or call 360-882-5925.
Canine Essentials with Josh
If your dog knows the basics like Sit, Down, Shake, etc. but struggles with skills like Recall, Loose Leash Walking, Stay/Wait, or greeting new people, then we’ve designed the Canine Essentials Course specifically for you.
In week one, we cover the mechanics of Loose Leash Walking:
Leash holding, correcting unwanted behavior using the leash, limiting pulling, and rewarding your dog for proper Loose Leash Walking.
In week two, we focused on impulse control:
Wait, Stay, Recall/Come and behavior when guests come to the door. You will learn to read the energy level of your dog and be given the skills to mitigate and focus that energy into proper behavior.
In week three we take the skills learned and put them to work:
Addressing how to properly engage your dog with new people, how to walk by strangers with dogs, and different ways to have new dogs meet each other.
This course comes with weekly detailed handouts for the topics that are covered. You will also have the opportunity to try out different leashes, harnesses, and collars, learning the pros and cons of each.
3 weekly classes, Sundays from 10am-11am.
First session: Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26
Second session: Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16
Third session: Mar 16, Mar 23, Mar 30
Fourth session: Apr 6, Apr 13, Apr 27 (skipping Apr 20 for Easter)
$160
For questions & to register for the Canine Essentials Course, email info@K9toFive.net or call 360-882-5925.
Meet our Basic Manners & Canine Essentials Trainers: Josh Turner & Bella Merrill
Josh has been a member of the K-9 to Five team since we opened in 2016, starting off as a dog handler in daycare and progressing into operations manager and trainer.
Josh’s certifications include:
- AKC Canine Good Citizen training and testing
- AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training
- Dog C.P.R.
Josh grew up in Detroit, Michigan and relocated to the Pacific Northwest in 2007.
Josh has a passion for dogs of all shapes and sizes, helping them through their struggles, and teaching the humans how to navigate the dog world with confidence.
Bella was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. When she was twelve, she moved in with her Aunt, where she had the opportunity to help breed, raise and train Boxers. In the year 2020 she found herself at K9 to Five where she could continue her passion for working with dogs.
Bella is a handler and trainer at K9 to Five. She has been assisting the training manager, Josh, for the past two plus years in both daycare and the training courses:
- Basic Manners
- Canine Good Citizen
- Canine Essentials
Bella has a passion for watching the bond between dog and their handler grow through the process of positive training.
Bella resides in Vancouver, Washington with her boyfriend Stephen and their dog Vixen.
S.T.A.R. Puppy with Chrys
S.T.A.R. stands for socialization, training, activity, and responsible dog ownership. This is an AKC approved six-week curriculum for puppies under six months at the start of class. This class will give you and your puppy the upper paw in crucial developmental phases that leads to a better relationship with their owner, and less fears/anxieties later in life. Once completed, you and your puppy will earn a star puppy certificate with confidence to continue in more advanced training.
6 weekly classes, Sundays from 12pm-1pm.
First session: Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16
Second session: Feb 23, Mar 2, Mar 9, Mar 16, Mar 23, Mar 30
$200
For questions & to register for the S.T.A.R. Puppy Course, email info@K9toFive.net or call 360-882-5925.
Brand New: Scent Class with Chrys!
Starts THIS SUNDAY, February 2!!
5 weekly classes, Sundays at 2 pm. Classes start February 2 and run February 9, February 23, March 2 and March 9.
$200
This class is designed to build confidence in both dog and parent. Great for fearful dogs, dogs needing enrichment to work out extra energy, helps build food drive and encourages dogs to use their most basic instinct in a safe way.
This class will be scheduled in 15 minute blocks, one dog at a time. As this class will be both ON and OFF leash, clients will keep their dog with them in the car while waiting their turn. This class will have NO HOMEWORK. If you want to practice, Chrys will give tips and tricks on how to make these games work at home.
Class size is limited to only 6 dogs so book your spot today!
For questions & to register, email info@K9toFive.net or call 360-882-5925.
Canine Good Citizen Prep Course with Chrys
In this six-week Canine Good Citizen (CGC) prep class, you and your dog will master the ten basic skills required for the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen test. The final class will be the CGC certification test. Read more about the ten skills on the test here.
6 weekly classes, Sundays from 2pm-3pm.
March 30, April 6, April 16, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11 (test day)
$200 for the course and the certification.
Your dog should already have completely the Basic and Intermediate Manners Courses.
For questions & to register for the Canine Good Citizen Prep Course, email info@K9toFive.net or call 360-882-5925.
Meet our Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy Trainer: Chrys Fluaitte
Chrys has loved working with dogs from a young age. In 2017 she had a major life change and decided to switch careers, focusing on the animals she loves.
She started in dog nutrition, then moved into dog behavior and training, focusing on puppies and basic obedience. Since then she has moved into behavioral modification, psychiatric service dogs, ADA testing for public access, scent work, and dog sports for fun.
Chrys is currently certificated in:
- ABC Certified Dog Trainer, The Association of Professional Dog Trainers
- S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen
- Pet CPR and First Aid
She also volunteers for Guide Dogs for the Blind and dog rescues.
When she is not training or playing with dogs, you can find her either crocheting or on an outdoor adventure!