Puppy Group Training Class

This group puppy training class is designed for puppies 8 weeks old and younger and is ideal for puppy owners searching for puppy training classes or puppy training classes near St Francis, MN.  This puppy dog training class meets weekly and focuses on the essentials of house training a puppy, puppy obedience training, and leash training a puppy.  The Puppy Foundations dog training class is a prerequisite before your puppy moves on to intermediate obedience dog training and advanced obedience dog training.  All breeds, sizes, and temperaments are welcome to join this foundational puppy training program.  If you are looking for puppy dog training near St Francis, MN, this is the class for you!

Who it’s for: Puppies 8 months and younger.

What we cover:

• Focusing on puppy manners – focus, jumping, sitting for greetings, doorways and leash manners.
• Basic obedience- sit, stay, down, recall, leash manners, place and name recognition.
• Human to dog communication: marker words, leash handling, verbal and physical cues.
• Foundational training – socialization, confidence boosting.
• Work towards AKC Star Puppy.

Group Dog Training Class

Our Basic Obedience Dog Training class is perfect for newly adopted dogs, family pets just starting their training journey, or any dog looking for a refresher course in the fundamentals.  The focus is on building clear communication and teaching foundational skills that support real-life success at home and in public.

This group dog training class is a foundational program designed to build confidence and improve communication between you and your dog.  This class is led by one of the best dog trainers in the St Francis, MN area and meets weekly at Country Pup Kennel. This professional dog training service is for dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments. Whether you’re searching for dog training near me, obedience training for dogs, or puppy (9 months or older) obedience training near me, this class covers essential commands and behavior skills to get your pup on the right track.

The basic dog behavior training dog training class is a prerequisite before your dog moves on to intermediate obedience dog training and advanced obedience dog training.  If you are looking for a basic dog behavior training class near St Francis, MN, this is the class for you!

If you know which dog training class will work best for your puppy or dog, book online today.  We will contact you with a date and time for enrollment options.  If you need help figuring out which class is the best fit for your puppy or dog, book a puppy or dog training assessment with our dog trainer for $100.

Who it’s for: Dogs 9 months and older.

What we cover:

• Essential commands: sit, down, stay, recall, heel, place, leave it.
• Leash manners and polite greetings (no more jumping!)
• Structured socialization and confidence-building activities.
• Human-to-dog communication: marker words, leash handling, verbal & physical cues.
• Navigating real-world challenges like doorways, greetings, and focusing in stimulating environments.

This class creates a solid base for future training while helping dogs become calm, confident, and connected with their people.

Group Dog Training Class

Our Basic Dog Obedience class is a prerequisite for our Intermediate Obedience Dog Training class.  This class is for dogs who know the basics but need more reliability, structure, and mental stimulation. This class is about making dog training practical and dependable with distractions present — especially in unpredictable settings.

This group dog training class meets weekly at Country Pup Kennel.  If you know which dog training class will work best for your puppy or dog, book online today.  We will contact you with a date and time for enrollment options.  If you need help figuring out which dog training class is the best fit for your puppy or dog, book a dog training assessment with our dog trainer for $100.

What we cover:

• Increasing duration, distance, and difficulty of cues.
• Adding mild to moderate distractions (dogs, people, noise, movement).
• Improving handler timing, consistency, and leash skills.
• Building engagement and impulse control.
• Introducing light off-leash foundations and structured group drills.
• Working towards the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title.

Great for families looking to bring better behavior into the real world or CGC-level expectations.

Group Dog Training Class

Our Intermediate Obedience Dog Training class is a prerequisite for the Advanced Obedience Dog Training class.  This is a group dog training class meets weekly for at Country Pup Kennel.  This class is for committed teams looking to sharpen, test, and proof their dog skills in high-distraction, real-life scenarios.  Ideal for off-leash goals, sport prep, or advanced dog obedience work.  If you know which dog training class will work best for your puppy or dog, book online today.  We will contact you with a date and time for enrollment options.  If you need help figuring out which class is the best fit for your puppy or dog, book a dog training assessment with our dog trainer for $100.

What we cover:

• Off-leash training and long-distance control.
• Control around distractions and outside the classroom setting.
• Proofing under high-level distractions: other dogs, crowds, environmental stressors.
• Fine-tuning command precision and fluency.
• Advanced obedience drills and challenge-based training.
• Preparing for AKC CGCA (Community Canine) and CGCU (Urban Canine) certifications.
• Focused work on deepening the handler/dog bond through trust and reliability.

This is for teams ready to level up and enjoy the freedom that comes from true connection and control.

Group Dog Training Class

Teaches safe behavior around all dogs.

What we cover:

• Reading dog body language.
• Setting a daily routine.
• How to give treats and basic cues.
• Leash handling skills.
• Fun training games.
• Enrichment and exercise ideas.
• Building confidence and responsibility.

Private Dog Training

If you are seeking a private dog training session with a trainer, our 1-on-1 Training Session is just for you and your dog. Work on any unwanted behaviors and learn from our trainer. Each session is personalized to assist you and your dog with any areas where your dog is struggling. Our experienced trainer will help you train your dog at Country Pup Kennel’s facility. All dogs are accepted and welcomed. Let us help you better your relationship with your dog.

• Training at Country Pup Kennel.
• Personalized dog training.

Private Dog Training

Transform your furry friend’s behavior with our personalized, one hour in-home training sessions. Our experienced dog trainer will help you train your dog wherever they are having problems, whether it’s at home, in the park, or out and about. You can even bring along other people or dogs. All dogs are accepted and welcomed. Let us help you create a happier home for you and your dog.

• Training where you need it.
• Customizable for your dog and family.

Single Day 1-on-1 Dog Training

At Country Pup Kennel, we provide professional dog training services with flexible single-day options tailored to your dog’s unique needs.   Our Single Day 1-on-1 Dog Training is ideal for pet owners searching for dog training near me or professional dog training services that deliver personalized attention. This program includes: 

• A focused training day — like a mini board-and-train, perfect for building consistency in obedience training for dogs and dog behavior training.
• Customized lessons — targeting puppy obedience training near me or even specialized needs such as dog training for aggressive dogs.
• Individual attention — especially helpful for dogs not yet ready for group interaction, but who benefit from structure, confidence-building, and skill reinforcement.

Whether you’re looking for the best dog trainer, puppy training classes, or service dog training near St Francis, MN, Country Pup Kennel’s single-day training programs give your dog the tools to succeed while offering you peace of mind.

Single Day 1-on-1 Dog Training

Give your furry friend the socialization and structure they need with a Socialization Day. We will engage your dog in various activities like going for a walk, bike rides, hiking, playing with other dogs, practicing skills, treadmilling, and more. If there are specific areas you want us to work on with your dog, just let us know. Think of it as a daycare day with even more structure and training from our dog trainer.  Give your pup the attention and care they deserve while you’re at work.

• Designed to help dogs build appropriate social skills with other dogs.
• Focus is on dog-dog interaction, confidence building, and learning how to safely engage.
• May include gradual exposure, parallel walks, and intro-level play.
• Dogs may need to complete a Day Train first to qualify.

Single Day 1-on-1 Dog Training

Enrichment Day Dog Training has many of the same components as Dog Day Training and Dog Socialization Day, but this single day dog training is less intense.  Give your furry friend the socialization and structure they need and tryout activities like going for a walk, bike rides, hiking, playing with other dogs, practicing skills, treadmilling, and more. If there are specific areas you want us to work on with your dog, just let us know. Think of it as a daycare day with even more structure and 1-on-1 training from our dog trainer.  Give your pup the attention and care they deserve while you’re at work.

• A fun, mentally stimulating day packed with activities like puzzles, scent work, agility, crafts, fetch, and more.
• Great for dogs who need a change of pace, mental stimulation, or aren’t suited for group play.
• Just less intensive than day training or socialization days.

Board and Behavioral Training

Give your furry best friend the dog training they deserve with Country Pup Kennel’s Dog Board and Behavioral Dog Training program. You can select a duration of 4-8 weeks depending on your needs, which includes correcting any undesired dog behavior, teaching proper playtime with other dogs, meeting new dogs and people, basic and advanced commands, dog training with an e-collar, and even learning how to walk on a treadmill. Before booking, you must complete a dog training assessment at Country Pup Kennel and decide on a duration that suits your pup’s needs. In addition to the dog boarding and dog training, you will receive one 1-on-1 dog training session, one in-home dog training session when your pup is ready to go home, and four socialization days. You are more than welcome to visit your dog while they are completing our dog boarding and dog training program. Please call and give us notice, as your dog could be in a training session.

Benefits of Combining Dog Boarding and Dog Training

• Ideal for Busy Schedules.
  Perfect for dog owners with demanding jobs, unpredictable routines, or upcoming travel. We do the heavy lifting while you focus on life, then guide you through reinforcing your dog’s progress at home.
• Immersive Learning Environment.
  Your dog is fully immersed in a structured, professional setting where training happens multiple times a day — not just once a week. This consistency creates lasting results.
• Personalized, Targeted Dog Training.
  We tailor each program to your dog’s unique needs and behavior goals. Whether it’s reactivity, leash manners, or confidence-building, your dog receives focused, one-on-one work.
• Faster, Streamlined Progress.
  Daily training sessions allow us to address problem behaviors quickly and effectively, often leading to faster and more reliable results than weekly sessions alone.
• Controlled Exposure & Real-World Prep.
  Dogs are exposed to real-life situations in a safe, managed way — from leash walking and greeting manners to environmental distractions — helping them build real-world skills.
• Confidence for You and Your Dog.
  Once your dog has a strong foundation, we coach you through the handoff process so you feel confident continuing the work at home. Our goal is to set both of you up for success.
• Long-Term Behavior Stability.
  With daily structure, repetition, and professional guidance, board and train programs promote long-term behavior change — not just temporary obedience.