Massachusetts & Rhode Island – Group Dog Training Classes
The Fun, Stress-Free Way for Your Dog to Become a Polite and Well-Trained Member of the Family
Learn Basic & Advanced Commands, Enhance Your Handling Skills, show off your dog everywhere with Paws in Play Group Classes.
Tuesday and Wednesday nights at our dog training facility in Norton, MA!
18 5 Star Google Reviews and Counting
You’re Just 5 Weeks Away from Owning a Dog You Can Enjoy Anywhere
- Do you love your dog but know life would be more enjoyable with them if you took the next step with their training?
- Do you want to take your dog on walks, hikes, runs, bikes, or field trips?
- Do you want the nipping, barking and pulling on leash to end?
- Do you want your dog to be officially certified as a Canine Good Citizen?
Group Dog Training Classes at Paws in Play are a stress-free way to help your dog learn the basic and advanced commands it needs to be a well-behaved member of your household and a polite member of society. You will learn the skills to reinforce your dog’s good behavior, and along the way, you’ll fall in love with your dog again.
If this sounds like a good dog training program for you, click the button below, and schedule a free consultation with us! We will learn more about you and your dog and help you pick the exact-right class for your needs.
✓ Convenient Evening Schedule: Tuesday (beginner class), Wednesday (advanced class) at 6:00pm.
✓ Centralized Location: Great choice for dog owners west and south of Boston, in the Attleboro, Norton, Easton, Mansfield area, or if you’re coming from Rhode Island.
✓ High-Value and Affordable Dog Training Option
✓ You and Your Dog Learn Basic and Advanced Commands
✓ Dog Socialization in a Fun Environment
PJ Jeudy
“The impact Paws n Play has had on Blue’s development has been nothing short of remarkable.”
I’ve been a Paws In Play customer for nearly a year now, and I can’t say enough good things about them. My dog Blue started coming here when he was around 5-6 months old, and he’s turning 2 in January. The impact Paws n Play has had on Blue’s development has been nothing short of remarkable.
As a first-time dog owner, I’ve really appreciated the kindness and support of the employees at Paws In Play. They’ve not only been great with Blue but have also provided my family and me with invaluable tips and lessons on how to continue his progress at home. The knowledge and guidance they’ve shared have been a game-changer!!
PICK THE CLASS THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU
5-Week Group Classes for Dogs and Owners at Every Stage of Training
Beginner Class
Beginner Class for Dogs and Owners that Need Basic On-Leash Obedience and Help Around the Home
Tuesdays at 6pm – Begins April 8th.
Enrollment ends April 4th. (Class size limited to 10).
In this 5-week beginner training class, we prepare dogs to be well-behaved around the home by working on basic behavioral issues. We walk through each command step by step and provide every owner with a handout for every skill your dog learns.
Addresses:
🗹 Basic On-Leash Obedience
🗹 Commands Such as Leave It, Take It, and Down
🗹 Dog Begins to Learn Impulse Control and Recall
🗹 Problem Behaviors Like Jumping, Barking, and Pulling On Leash
🗹 Doggie Potty Training
🗹 Basic Grooming Including Brushing Hair and Cleaning Teeth
🗹 Bonus: Doggie Tricks like Rollover, Spin, and Shake
Advanced Class
Advanced Class for Real-World Situations and Commands From a Distance
Wednesdays at 6pm – Begins April 16th.
Enrollment ends April 14th. (Class size limited to 10).
For dogs who have either gone through basic group training or have done private training on their own, advanced group training will help build on your dog’s good behaviors. With a focus on distractions, duration, and distance, this class helps prepare dogs for real-world environments.
Addresses:
🗹 Recap of Everything in the Beginner Class
🗹 Advanced Off-Leash Obedience
🗹 Commands such as Sit-Stay, Down-Stay, Heel, Backup, Stop, Place with Duration
🗹 Commands with Distraction
🗹 Skill and Control Work for the Dog Owner
🗹 Commands and Recall From a Distance
🗹 Teaching Your Dog Left vs Right and Heel with Turns
🗹 Manners in Public and Around Other People; Greeting Dogs and People
🗹 Impulse Control
Canine Good Citizen Class
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class for Polite, Predictable Behavior
Classes to start in March
The CGC classes focus on preparing your dog to take the Canine Good Citizen test! The basic CGC-certification demonstrates to the world that your dog is comfortable and polite in social situations. Accordingly, this class prepares owners for testing through an emphasis on calm behavior.
Addresses:
🗹 Recap of Everything in the Advanced Class
🗹 Place Command
🗹 Heel with Objects/Distraction (such as an Obstacle Course)
🗹 Commands such as Sit-Stay, Down-Stay
🗹 Supervised Separation with Duration
🗹 Greeting other People and Dogs
🗹 Recall from a Distance and with Distraction
Sign Up Before Someone Else Claims Your Spot!
Our dog training classes are anticipated to sell-out, so sign up before someone else claims your spot. You’re just minutes away from starting your journey to a dog that is prepared, polite, and well-behaved in a wide variety of environments and circumstances.
Classes are limited to 10, so don’t miss out!
Everyone Loves Paws In Play
Google Review:
“Nellie has the BEST time when she comes to daycare at Paws in Play, especially when we’ve included a training session. Zarina is the greatest – she is quickly able to access Nellie’s behavior, areas of improvement, and all that she needs to succeed. I would trust any place Zarina works, and it speaks volumes that she’s been able to help the training program thrive at Paws in Play!”
– Kilian
Google Review:
“With the help of Zarina, at Paws in Play, the barking is so much better! I am now able to bring my dog with me to pick up the kids at school – and she couldn’t before because there was too much activity for her and the barking was so out of control!”
– Laura
Google Review:
I’ve seen Blue grow and become a more confident and well-behaved dog thanks to the care and opportunities provided by Paws n Play. It’s evident in how much calmer and less anxious he is at home and when we’re out and about.”
– PJ
Key Results
What Each Group Dog Training Class Will Help You Achieve
All Classes
Loose Leash Walking
Your walks and runs will become much more enjoyable when you’re not fighting your dog every step of the way. We’ll teach your dog how to walk neatly by your side without pulling on the leash.
Impulse Control
Think your dog will always be reactive? Think again! We’ll help your dog learn to control certain behaviors like nipping, biting, and lunging.
Crate Training
Teach your dog to enjoy staying in their crate while staying quiet and without having an accident. Beneficial for travel and other situations, even if you don’t keep your dog in a crate at home.
Socialization
When your dog is exposed to other dogs and people in a controlled environment, they’ll intuitively learn how to behave better in public. Group classes offer the perfect opportunity for this.
Basic Grooming
With different coats comes different grooming techniques. We teach you the basics, including brushing your dog’s fur and brushing teeth. Your dog will look neat and tidy for any outing, and you’ll be able to maintain good hygiene around your home.
First Aid
There are times when your dog will suffer scrapes and bruises that don’t require a vet visit. Our classes teach you foundational care techniques to keep your dog healthy.
Advanced Classes
Distraction Defense
There are unforeseen distractions and items for dogs to encounter while in the world—they need to be prepared to react accordingly.
Supervised Separation
Another key to taking your dog into the public is ensuring that they continue to behave when you aren’t immediately beside them.
Distance Recall
It is essential that your dog returns when you call them, especially the further away they get.
Distance Commands
Once your dog can follow commands by your side, they must learn to follow them from a distance for quality public outings.
Location
Our Premier Dog Training Facility
Our 17,000 square foot dog boarding and training facility is located in Norton, Massachusetts. We’re just a short hop, skip, and a jump for dog owners west and south of Boston, in the Attleboro, Norton, Easton, Mansfield area, or if you’re coming from Rhode Island.
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Schedule
Weekly Schedule
Each five-week course focuses on a different set of skills for you and your dog to master. To get a better sense of what this might look like for you, we have included two example schedules from our Beginner and CGC Classes:
Beginner Class
Week 1
Introductions! Build up loose leash walking skills, along with eye contact and sit commands.
Week 2
Focus on building-block skills: impulse control, leave/take it, lay down, etc.
Week 3
Additional leash practice as well as how to handle other humans and dogs on walks.
Week 4
This week centers on waiting with distractions as well as recall. Also included will be a separate discussion on grooming and first aid application.
Week 5
Recap previous classes and add tricks (rollover, spin, or shake). End with a training contest.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class
Week 1
Learn to stay in one place until other commands are given. Get your dog comfortable around larger distractions and items in the world.
Week 2
Supervised separation for one minute. Reinforce the importance of commands like sit/stay, down/stay, etc.
Week 3
Supervised separation for two minutes. Stay at a distance and then recall.
Week 4
Supervised separation for three minutes. Teach proper greetings (humans and other dogs). Recall from a distance with added distractions.
Week 5
Go over CGC test and requirements. Training contests!
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Contact Paws In Play
Ready to Enjoy a Well-Trained and Polite Canine Companion? Schedule Your Call Here to Get Started.
If you want to help your dog break old habits, you’ve got to try something different. Group Dog Training Classes from Paws in Play will help you achieve a dog that behaves like a polite member of society, and more!
Sign up for a free, no obligation consultation call.
We’ll learn more about you and your dog, and help place you in the appropriate class.
Enjoy a better lifestyle with your dog when you join us for a group class. Classes will fill up, and enrollment ends soon!
– Rachelle & The Paws In Play Team
F.A.Q.s
What is the deadline to sign up for group classes?
Enrollment ends approximately 3 days before dog training classes begin.
These are the deadlines for the latest round of 5-week classes:
For our Tuesday 6pm Beginner Class, enrollment ends April 4th at midnight, EST.
For our Wednesday 6pm Advanced Class, enrollment ends April 14th at midnight, EST.
How long does each group session last?
Each class is 1 hour long. And remember, the class lasts for 5 consecutive weeks.
What time do group classes occur?
The beginner class begins at 6pm on Tuesday nights. The advanced class begins at 6pm on Wednesday nights.
Is my dog a good fit for group classes?
If your dog is displaying poor behavioral patterns, such as pulling on their leash, nipping or barking consistently, then group training classes should help to alleviate those behaviors.
Additionally, if your dog is well-behaved but you want to confidently take it into more world situations, advanced group trainings are ideal.
Why are group classes only offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?
One of the most important aspects of group training is fostering a sense of repetition and consistency for dogs and their owners. To meet this expectation, we hold group classes at the same time and day of the week for the five-week session. However, we do our best to ensure that classes are held at a convenient time and in a controlled environment.
Furthermore, with a maximum limit of 10 people per group, it is important as a trainer to build a strong sense of community. Many of the members of my classes have built relationships with other dog owners—I have even had owners schedule play dates and dog park outings amongst themselves!
What is the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification?
Sponsored by the American Kennel Club, the Canine Good Citizen program is designed to train your dog to be polite and well-behaved in social situations. These practical and functional behaviors should be shared by every dog who is taken into the world. Dogs that pass the test are considered by experts and the public to be reliable community members.
Are there benefits to having a CGC-certified dog?
Beyond the knowledge that your dog will react reliably in everyday situations, there are some concrete benefits to having a CGC-certified dog. For example, some landlords may reject your application unless you can demonstrate that your dog meets a standard of community politeness. Additionally, there are insurance companies (such as Liberty Mutual) that will not insure specific breeds without CGC certification—this includes most bully breeds like Bullmastiffs, Bulldogs, Dobermans, Pitbulls, etc.