Family Pet Training & Basic Obedience

We specialize in positive, force-free training designed to help you and your dog build skills in basic obedience, socialization, and confidence.

Location: 800 N Church St, Suite E, Watertown, WI 53098
(Note: Apple Maps & Waze may misdirect you to Clyman — we are located next to Watertown Bowl North, within the city of Watertown.)

Group Class Information

All of our training classes meet once a week for 6 weeks at the same day and time each week. Each session is 40–60 minutes in length and carefully structured to help you build real, lasting skills with your dog.

These classes are designed for our trainers to TEACH YOU to train your dog. Our trainers do not train your dog for you—instead, each class includes both lecture and demonstration, followed by dedicated hands-on practice time where you’ll work through each exercise with your dog under the guidance of your instructor.

To ensure every student gets personalized support, all classes are kept small—no more than 4 dogs per class. This allows our trainers to observe your technique, offer feedback, and make real-time adjustments so you and your dog can progress with confidence.

If you’re looking for a supportive, educational environment where you’ll learn how to train your dog effectively, our classes are the perfect fit!

  • • Dogs and puppies must be at least 8 weeks old at sign-up, with proof of age and vaccinations required.
  • • Puppies must wear a flat collar or harness and be on a 4- or 6-foot leash.
  • • A maximum of 2 people per dog allowed to support spacing and session flow.
  • • Well-behaved children are welcome to participate. Disruptive behavior may result in being asked to leave class.
  • • Please bring 100–200 pea-sized treats. We use food rewards extensively during training sessions.
  • • Potty your dog before entering the building; a poop bag station is provided for your convenience.
  • • Classes increase in difficulty each week. At-home practice between classes is essential for success.
  • • A minimum of 2 enrollments is required to run a class. If only one dog is signed up, we will contact you to reschedule for the next available session.
Two women holding certificates, each accompanied by a dog, standing indoors against a wooden wall. The woman on the left has a small white dog, and the woman on the right has a large black and white dog. The women are smiling, and the certificates are partially visible.

Basics 1 (Puppy & Beginner) Group Class

6-Week Course — $186.00

Classes meet once per week for 6 weeks on the same day and time. Each session lasts 40 minutes. Every Dog that is under 1 year old that signs up for this course is eligible for AKC star Puppy Certification

Who Can Join?

This course is ideal for All Dogs , 10 weeks and older that need foundational (basic Obedience training or need an obedience/manners refresher.

All Dogs MUST have received All 3 sets of their Puppy Shots By the date of the first class.

A great choice for newly adopted adult rescue dogs!

What We Cover

  • Name recognition and attention

  • Sit

  • Lay down

  • Come & Recall Games

  • Wait at the door

  • Stay

  • Settle

  • Leave it

  • The Basics of Loose Leash Walking

  • Crate Games

  • Touch & Stand

  • Body Handling & Desensitization

We also answer questions relating to common problem behaviors including barking, jumping, counter surfing, and more.

All dogs 4 months or older must Have all 3 sets of puppy shots to participate.

All Refunds Must be requested PRIOR to the date of the first class. Once the first class date has come and gone no Refunds Will be made. No Exceptions.

Three women and three dogs in an indoor setting, with the women holding certificates. One woman is sitting on the floor petting a black and white dog, another is standing next to a large, light-colored dog, and the third woman stands near a black dog with a leash. There is a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall near the door, and a large poster of a dog drawing a heart on the wall.

Basics 2 (Intermediate) Group Class

6-Week Course $215.00

Classes meet once per week for 6 weeks on the same day and time.
Each session lasts 40 minutes.

Who Can Join?

This course is Designed for Dogs who have graduated from our Basics 1 Course;

or a similar Course with another trainer

(Subject to approval)

What We Cover

  • Sit (6 different sits)

  • Lay down / Stay (including 360° stays and stays from 20 ft away)

  • Adding distance, distraction, and duration to all cues

  • Come when called from 20 ft with other dogs nearby

  • Place command

  • Drop it

  • Advanced Loose Leash Waking (Calm loose leash walking past dogs and people without pulling or Lure)

  • We Also teach you to start Fading out treats without loosing your results

All dogs must have proof of rabies vaccination and a full course of puppy shots to participate.

All Refunds Must be requested PRIOR to the date of the first class. Once the first class date has come and gone no Refunds Will be made. No Exceptions.

Online Scheduling is NOT available for Basics 2.

We Schedule this Class BASED on interest from our graduating classes. If you are interested But have taken Basics 1 or equivalent with another trainer Please reach out to discuss if there are any upcoming classes or to get on a Waitlist

Ready to sign up for Basics 1?

Use the Calendar Below to select an upcoming Class

Important Information:

  • We require a Minimum of 2 signups to hold each class.

    • Classes are a Max size of 4 students.

  • Any Class That Only receives 1 signup will be pushed back 2 weeks from the original start date.

  • Classes with No signups 4 days prior to the start date will be cancelled.

  • Pre - Booking Online at least 1 week prior to the start date, is Highly Suggested to ensure the class you are interested in will be held at the date and time you prefer.

Basics 1; Priority Wait list
$186.00

Join the Priority Waitlist
Don’t see a day or time that works for you? Join our priority wait-list to pre-purchase your class and tell us what schedule fits best. Once we have two committed enrollments for the same day and time frame, we’ll open a new class. and send out a confirmation with the Class Start Date.

(Please Note: wait Lists Typically take 4-6 weeks from signup to when a class would be put out)

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