Professional Dog Training
Our training program is led by Amanda Ingraham, owner of Band of Canines, retired U.S. Army, and master trainer. With years of professional experience, Amanda and her team are committed to helping dog owners reach their basic obedience or advanced training goals. From new puppies just starting out to dogs refining competition-level precision, our class structure builds confidence, deepens the bond between you and your pet, and sets your dog up for success. Contact us to learn more about scheduling and tuition.
Our Training Classes
A class for every dog and every goal
Puppy Kindergarten
4 weeks. We cover a variety of puppy issues such as mouthing, jumping, crate training, socialization, and house training. In addition, we introduce puppy manners and obedience commands such as sit, down, and come. The course goal is to set your puppy up for success as he or she matures into adulthood and advanced training.
Dog About Town Basic Obedience
7 weeks. No more than 8 dogs per class and 2 trainers in each class. We want each team to get the attention they deserve in a smaller class while learning Heel, Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Leave It, Drop It and the importance of the word No. Behavioral problems such as mouthing and jumping, as well as others, will be addressed. Throughout the class handlers will learn to deal with everyday situations with their dogs such as running critters, barking dogs, strange surfaces and more. Any training devices needed will be provided. You and your dog will also have the opportunity to take the AKC Canine Good Citizens Test as part of the class.
Intermediate Suburban K9
6 weeks. Prerequisite: Basic Obedience. Classes are 4-6 dog and owner teams to 2 trainers. This class teaches you how to work with your dog with greater distractions and maintain control. You and your dog will learn 18 new commands like retrieval, walking backwards, coming when called while other dogs play and much more. Your dog will learn greater self control and you will learn how to help your dog through the unexpected surprises the world throws at us. You and your dog will also have the opportunity to take the AKC Canine Good Citizens Test and the AKC Community Canine Test.
Advanced Country K9
5 weeks. Prerequisite: Intermediate Suburban K9. Classes are 4-6 teams to 2 trainers. This class teaches you how to work with your dog at a greater distance and maintain control while on a 20ft leash. We will work with distractions and prepare you for the life of long line walks. This class will help you know if you want to take the next step to off leash and still give you and your dog more freedom without losing a well behaved companion. You and your dog will have the opportunity to take the AKC Advanced Canine Good Citizen Test also known as The Community Canine.
Elite Freedom K9 (Off Leash)
6 weeks. Prerequisite: Advanced Country K9. Classes are 4-6 teams to 2 trainers. This class teaches you how to work with your dog and maintain control while off leash. We will still work with distractions and prepare you for the real world. We can teach with E-collars if you like, but it is not a requirement for the class. If you're unsure, we can show you your options so you can make the best decision for you and your dog. You will also have the opportunity to take the AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen Test.
Tail Wagging Adventures
8 weeks. Prerequisite: Basic Obedience. Participate in our innovative training program, where you'll work alongside canine companions to build confidence and skills. Through Obedience, AKC Rally, obstacle course training, Therapy Dog foundations, and team-building games, you'll develop good manners and a strong partnership.
Service Dog
Per-lesson or group sessions available. Brace/Mobility Support Dogs, Medical Assistance Dogs, Medical Alert, and Psychiatric Service Dogs (PTSD, TBI, and other mental health). Any training devices needed will be provided. Service dogs will be taught and checked for basic and advanced obedience, public access, and their needed tasks to help mitigate the handler's disabilities. Time for completion will depend on several factors such as complexity of tasks and how well the team learns together.
Paws UP Therapy Dog Class
4 weeks. For all dogs age 1 and up. Prerequisite: Basic Obedience. This small group class covers the basics of what therapy dogs and their handlers do during visits to various places such as schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. Dogs and handlers will be taught how to handle the various environments that may be present during visits. Handlers will learn to recognize signs of stress in their dogs, as well as how dogs provide calming effects on people. Preparation for Therapy Dog Evaluation credentialing is included in the course.
Personal Protection
This class is specifically designed to ensure your dog is still a friendly, social member of the family and not a public liability. Your dog should already have passed Basic Obedience through Off-Leash Obedience as a part of this course. Your dog will be taught to alert to intruders by barking and placing themselves between the threat and their owners. These dogs are NOT trained to attack, but instead to defend their master on command when a threat arises. We will run scenarios to keep you safe during a walk, while in your car, at your home, and more. We use a PSA dog Sport style obedience and training, so if you are interested in such sports you can compete with your dog as well.
Board/Daycare & Train Program #1
5 days with the dog and 3 sessions once a week for the owner. Classes are designed to teach Heel, Sit, Down, Come, Stay, Leave It, Place and the importance of the word No. Behavioral problems such as mouthing and jumping, as well as others, can be addressed. These classes are done during your dog's nap time so he/she will not miss out on any play time. Once your dog's 5 sessions (Monday through Friday) are complete with the trainers, you will have 3 sessions with your dog and the trainers once a week either on Friday at 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm or Saturday at 11am. Any training devices needed will be provided. Daycare/Boarding fees not included.
Board/Daycare & Train Program #2
10 days with dog and 6 sessions once a week with owner. Prerequisite: Basic Obedience. Classes are designed to teach Heel, Sit, Down, Come, Stay, Leave It, Place and the importance of the word No while your dog is off leash. Classes are done during your dog's nap time, so he/she will not miss out on any play time. Once your dog's first week (Monday through Friday) has been completed with the trainers you will start your first of 6 sessions with your dog and the trainers once a week either Friday at 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm or Saturday at 11am. Any training devices needed will be provided. Daycare/Boarding fees not included.
Board/Daycare & Train Program #3
20 days with the dog and 8 sessions once a week with the owner. Classes are designed to teach Heel, Sit, Down, Come, Stay, Leave It, Place and the importance of the word No while your dog is on and off leash. Behavioral problems such as mouthing and jumping can be addressed. Classes are done during your dog's nap time, so he/she will not miss out on any play time. Once your dog's first week (Monday through Friday) is complete with the trainers, you will start your first of 8 sessions with your dog and the trainers once a week either Friday at 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm or Saturday at 11am. Any training devices needed will be provided. Daycare/Boarding fees not included.
Private Lessons
4 lessons. Does your dog not play well with others, or you're just really nervous about your dog in a group setting? Maybe you feel your dog is aggressive or you're unsure about leaving your dog off to get trained. Our private lessons are one on one training to help address any behavioral problems and give you basic obedience commands (heel, sit, down, come, stay, no, leave it).
