NHSPCA: Events

Drop in Puppy Play: For puppies 2 to 4 months of age
One hour drop in play time for puppies. Get a jump on social skills, learn house training, crate training, bite inhibition, attention to name, no pulling on the leash, proper equipment and toys. Plus lots of play time! This is a great opportunity for you if classes are full or have already started. Only $10 per visit, no registration needed!
Please Note: Space is limited each week. No registration is necessary, but please call ahead (603) 772-2921 x112 to notify our trainers which session you plan to attend.

Day
Time

Saturdays

9:00 AM

Sundays
Note: No Class April 8th

9:00 AM

Puppy Play & Learn: For puppies 4 to 8 months of age -
This class assists with behavior problem solving and basic obedience such as Sit, Stay, Wait, Come, Leave it, Off and Heel. Also learn to deal with your puppy in real life situations and plenty of play time. House-training and rough play will be covered. Equipment use, basic obedience and overall good manners are also covered. Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $125 / 1 hour a week for 6 weeks

Day	Start Date	Time
Fridays	February 24 , 2012	4:00 PM	Register Online
Saturday	February 25 , 2012	10:00 AM	Register Online

Polished Puppy: For graduates of Puppy Play and Learn (or by instructor approval). This class continues to help you gain control and make the commands you've learned more reliable, teaching self control and better listening. Puppies should know: Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Wait, Off, and be on their way to; Leave it, Settle and Heel. New commands will also be taught; Stand, Place or Kennel and some fun stuff too. Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $125 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks

Day	Start Date	Time
Saturday	February 25 , 2012	11:00 AM	Register Online

Drop Ins: These sessions offer a place to get behavior assistance with no commitment, no pre-registration! Just drop in and get a bit of training or advice on behavior.

New Adopter Drop In - Please call ahead to confirm availability
(603) 772-2921 x 112

If you have just adopted from the NHSPCA, you are welcome to take advantage of free drop in session for you and your dog. These sessions provide you a place to get the answers you need to make the transition with your new dog easier. You can attend with or without your dog to ask questions, get answers and receive demonstrations on how to fix behavior problems. Information and an attendance card are enclosed in your Adoption Packet at the time of adoption. Cat questions are welcome but we suggest you leave your new kitty at home!

Day	Time
Saturdays Note: No Class January 28th	12:30 PM
Sundays Note: No Class April 8th	10:00 AM

OH Behave: For dogs 10 months and up.
This class focuses on behavior problem solving and basic obedience. Using positive reinforcement methods, your dog will learn overall good manners. We'll show you how to handle problems like pulling on the leash, rough play, jumping and not coming when called. In addtion we teach owners how to deal with their dog in real life situations (such as dealing with strangers, visitors, etc.)
PLEASE NOTE: This class is not for aggressive or reactive dogs. If your dog exhibits this type of behavior, please see Grumpy Growlies.

Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $125 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks.

Day Session Start Date
Time

Thursday February 23, 2012 4:30 PM Register Online

Saturday February 25, 2012 1:30 PM Register Online

Reliable Rover - For graduates of OH Behave
This class is for graduates of Oh Behave. We will help you make the commands and behaviors you and your dog know more reliable and continue to assist with behavior problems. Dog and owners should know: Sit, Stay, Down, Come and be well on the way to Heel, Wait, Leave it, Settle and Off.
Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $125 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks.

Day	Session Start Date	Time
Saturday	February 25 , 2012	11:00 AM	Register Online

New! The Nose Knows!
Ever wonder if your dog has a natural "knack" for using their "sniffers" for good? Well say no more, you don't have to be a bloodhound or a beagle to enjoy nosework! A great, naturally fun way to give your dog a "job" that is appropriate for all ages, breeds, and skill levels. If you think of search and rescue dogs or police narcotics dogs, you get the idea. Dogs are natural scavengers and use their nose to really explore the world and take in all sorts of information. During this course you and your canine companion will get an introduction nosework through various games and courses. Whether you want to compete or just give your dog something fun to do, this is a great way to start. It's even a great boredom buster for your high energy pals! Instructed by Eden Guilbauilt $125 / 45 min / wk for 5 weeks.

Day	Session Start Date	Time
Saturday	February 25 , 2012	2:30 PM	Register Online

New! Really Reliable Recall
Do you need work getting your dog to pay attention to you when he is distracted by smells on the ground or squirrels in the tree? This class lays the foundation of getting a REALLY reliable Recall playing games and FUN activities. Through a series of exercises that you can do in class and practice at home, you can build your recall to your desired level and get your dog to COME when you call them. Instructed by Nadine Perry $125 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks.

Day	Session Start Date	Time
Wednesdays	February 22 , 2012	4:00 PM	Register Online

K9 Combo: For dogs 10 months and up! Basic Obedience and Introduction to the sport of Agility!
This class puts a fun and exciting spin on basic obedience for your dog. Using positive reinforcement methods and the wonderful sport of canine agility you and your companion will learn overall good manners while exploring the unique mental and physical exercise agility can offer. Your dog will learn behaviors like Sit, Down, Stay, No more Pulling, Watch Me, and many, MANY more! Each class we will combine obedience skills with learning obstacles and courses in agility. You can’t get a better combination than this! Strengthen your bond, build your dog’s confidence, and have a happy, tired, GOOD DOG!!! Instructed by Nadine Perry or Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $125 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks.

Click here for schedule and online registration for K9 Combo!

Canine Good Citizen
Is your dog an upstanding member of society, or do YOU think they are? It’s time to prove your pup’s good manners with this unique class devoted to teaching the skills needed to achieve your dog’s AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. Never let anyone question Fido’s good nature again, because you have the paper to prove it! This 6 week course is developed to help your dog achieve “good citizen” status with the 6th week ending in the official AKC Canine Good Citizen test. The CGC is a wonderful award to have for a companion dog or for any dog that is being considered for Therapy or Service Dog Work. When you’ve been awarded your CGC, it means that your dog has been evaluated and is considered to have good manners in public—to be a “canine good citizen”! Upon passing of the CGC test at the end of this course, you will be given the paperwork to submit to AKC for your dog's official certificate. Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $145 / 1 hour a wk for 6 weeks.

Not offered this session

Grumpy Growlies (limit 4 dogs)
If your dog is reactive to everything and has something to say about every dog, person, truck or bicycle ,this is the class for you. Learn the difference between reactive behavior, insecurity, poor leadership and aggression. Find out if your dog really is aggressive or just lacks the proper skills and knowledge to make the RIGHT choices. We offer all of this in a positive training environment.This class teaches: Self control; Proper greeting; Dog to dog greetings; Leadership; How to change your reactions as well as your dog's!

Types of Commands Covered: Enough / Quiet ; Go Say Hi ; Come; Leave it; Heel; Look at that; Settle

Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $145 / 45 minutes a wk for 5 weeks

Day Session Start Date
Time

Friday February 24, 2012 5:15 PM
Register Online

New! Grumpy Graduates (limit 4 dogs)Students must have completed Grumpy Growlies!

So you’re dog’s made it through our Grumpy Growlies class? Still in need of a bit of an attitude adjustment? Maybe they’re on the path to success but you’d like to have more opportunities to work them in a controlled setting…well this is the class for you! Grumpy Graduates is the next step in working with your “say something about everything” dog. This class is a second level reactive dog class geared to putting your opinionated canine to the test. Whether it’s jogging next to a bicycle, completing an obstacle course, or politely saying “hi” to a passing dog….the experience is yours! Challenge yourself and your canine partner in a positive environment that sets them up for success! Instructed by Eden Guilbault of the NHSPCA $145 / 45 minutes a wk for 5 weeks

Day Session Start Date
Time

Friday February 24 , 2012 6:15 PM Register Online

Private Consults
Not quite ready for a group class setting? Does your dog has specific behavior issues you need one-on-one assistance with? Not sure about taking a class and want professional advice? The NHSPCA professional trainers can provide a private consult with you and your dog to get you started in the right direction and keep you on a steady path to training success. Consultations for specific behavior problems are available by appointment.
Contact our Behavior & Training Department for pricing and scheduling. Email or call (603) 772-2921 x112

Private Training Classes
We also offer private obedience training for you and your dog. Our private training consists of four one-on-one sessions with our trainer. This four visit class follows a course outline that has proven extremely successful in achieving basic obedience using positive reinforcement methods. Contact our Behavior Department today for pricing and scheduling information. Email or call (603) 772-2921 x 112

Doggie Socials
Have you ever wished you could have "play groups" for your dog(s)? We all know how much fun it is to get together with a group of friends and have a good time. Well, here's your pooch's chance. The NHSPCA is now offering "Doggie Socials" to help your dog network with his/her community of four legged pals. We provide the location, a trainer to be present…you provide the dogs and human companions! This is a great way to continue to develop socialization skills and get a tired furry friend in the process!

Please note: To participate in "Doggie Socials" all dogs must be socially appropriate and well mannered with other dogs. Dog also must either be known to each other (i.e. your friends and their dogs that already play well together) or be recent participants in NHSPCA Obedience classes (within the last year, having familiarity with the Behavior and Training Staff). Contact our Behavior Department today for pricing and scheduling information. Email or call (603) 772-2921 x 112

Cancellation Policy:

There is a $25 cancellation fee up to 7 days prior to the
start of class. If cancellation is received less than 7
days prior to class start, all fees are non-refundable and
will result in a donation of the total fee amount to the
NHSPCA. A tax deduction receipt will be sent to you.

Thank you!