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Learn about Classes

For those that are looking for a group class session. 

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Unleash Your Potential

Mill Pond Kennels offers an innovative Group Class programs that makes training interactive and fun! Unlike conventional training, our approach keeps you involved in your dog's education, with practical homework assignments designed to strengthen your connection and ensure ongoing success in your training endeavors.   A group session allows even more training opportunities and learning for you and your dog!

MEET THE PROGRAMS OFFERED FOR CLASSES

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Group Class Options & Schedule

At Mill Pond Kennels, we understand that every dog is unique, which is why our Group Classes offers tailored training options. Whether you're looking to teach your pup the fundamentals or enhance their skills through advanced techniques, we're here to support your training goals. Join us today and start nurturing a well-behaved companion.

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  FEATURES:

  • Learn basic skills

  • Learn about the tools we use and communication through these tools to help your dog understand you!

  • Group classes allow you to learn from others as well as yourself.

  • Make friends with dog lovers like yourself!

  • Group walks and social meets after the class are scheduled so you can continue to have opportunities to learn.

Obedience

Our Obedience Classes are designed to support you and your dog in developing essential skills and building a strong foundation of communication. Each class provides structured instruction, practice, and guidance to encourage consistent progress. Regular attendance ensures your dog receives the reinforcement and repetition needed for lasting results. Every session is an opportunity for your dog to learn, grow, and thrive in a positive training environment. Together, we will help your dog reach their full potential.

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   FEATURES:

  • Learn basics to advanced nose work for AKC and other sports

  • Birch, Anise, Clove, and Cypress will all be taught!

  • Teach your dog how to indicate, and how to read your dog's indication

  • Skills you can use in any sport!

  • Different Classes for all skill levels available.

Scent Work

Nosework classes are here to guide you and your dog through the exciting world of scent detection! Each session is designed to build focus, confidence, and teamwork as your dog learns to use their natural abilities in a structured setting. With regular participation, your dog will strengthen their searching skills while gaining enrichment and mental stimulation. Every class is an opportunity for your dog to learn, problem-solve, and succeed. Together, we’ll unlock your dog’s potential through the power of scent!

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   FEATURES:

  • Classes with different focuses...  Distance Jumps, Hydro Dash, and Air Retrieve available

  • Great for dogs jumping off the dock and has drive for a toy!

  • Teaching the throw, Learn why this is a team sport!

  • Learn about Hesitation and tackle it!

Dock Diving

Dock Diving classes are here to help you and your dog gain confidence, build skills, and have fun on the dock! Each class is designed to guide dogs step by step—whether they’re just learning to swim off the ramp or ready to launch big from the dock. With regular practice, your dog will learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment. Every session is an opportunity to strengthen teamwork, improve technique, and celebrate progress. Together, we’ll unlock your dog’s full potential in the pool!

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Habits

Program Length

Habits must be formed for training to stick.   We help you create those habits and teach you good leadership.

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Teaching Phase

You first must teach before anything!

Acountability

Leadership isn't about punishment

Repetition

Repeat good habits as long as they have done the bad ones.

Reinforce

Dogs in fact love leadership

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Experienced Teaching Technique

proven results year after year

It is for this reason we offer different class lengths and prerequisites.  

Mill Pond Kennels

  • Habit Forming

  • Relationship Building

  • Teaching not Forcing

  • Not always about correction

  • Understanding, no confusion

  • Learning skills, not just tricks

  • Helping YOU transition your habits

  • Support even after training

  • Helping you understand how to communicate

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Unleash Your Best

Our Training Explained

Our goal is to make your training as successful as possible from the moment you pick up your dog!  We simply do not believe in short obedience programs that force your dog to do things, or do not give your dog enough time to learn.   This simply leaves you calling back asking for more training, or makes your dog afraid (or worse in some cases aggressive)...   We do not believe that is fair to you, the dog, your pocket book, or your time.  

 

            You deserve better!   

 

Our facility wants you as successful and self reliant as possible from the moment the dog goes home.   Our habit forming teaching gives the dog understanding it needs while forming relationships here, much like his/her home and relationship with you.   The training at Mill Pond Kennels allows for a smoother transition back to home, with rules and techniques that can help you create the habits that your own home needs.

Get Started

Register in our Customer Portal to also  begin the booking process of your training    If you have any questions please let us know!

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