All Foranimals classes in the Lenox and Pittsfield, MA area of the Berkshires are designed to be active and fun for you and your dog. Positive dog training skills are emphasized and reinforced. When your dog is rewarded for his successful efforts rather than punished for his mistakes, learning is a quick and enjoyable process for both of you. This is the focus of positive reinforcement training. In every class you will learn how to communicate clearly with your dog and when and how to reward good behavior. You will also learn how to effectively change unwanted canine behavior without the use of forceful or harsh punishment.
Since dogs (and people) are different in their learning styles and needs, you move at your own pace. You will graduate from any level of class knowing you have worked hard with your dog, made progress, and understand your dog and the training process that works best for you.
Classes are structured for real life learning with your companion dog, rather than competitive dog obedience trials; families are welcome to participate. Dog school classes are 60 minutes in length, with a 15 minute break between the end and start of any class. That way you are guaranteed a full hour of class-never shortened because the next group is waiting to begin-and you have plenty of time for individual questions and socializing. Classes are kept small so you receive quality attention for each exercise.
