Behavior & Training
First Class Canine Classes – 2020
- Loose Leash Walking & Leash Manners
- Impulse Control
- Commands: “Sit”, “Wait”, and “Leave It”
- Dog Skills & Playstyles
- Interacting with people wearing masks
- 6-8 people per session to practice responsible social-distancing
- Masks required
Participants will need:
- Leash & Collar/Harness
- Training clickers
- Training treats
- Treat pouches/bag
Wednesday Night Classes Sign-Up
Dates: July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Thursday Night Classes Sign-Up
Dates: July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
HSC’s training plan and basic obedience skills will help your dog lead a happier, healthier, calmer, and more productive life. Our training philosophy, based on behavioral science, positive reinforcement, and fear-free tactics leads to a stronger human-animal bond with your dog and a life-long sense of trust.
Puppy Socialization Classes – 2020
$30 per class; pre-registration required. Click on the links below to sign up!
- to other dogs
- to strangers
- to new places
- to new items
- to humans wearing masks
- 10 people maximum per class to maintain responsible social distancing
- Masks required
At the Humane Society of Charlotte, our pet behavior/enrichment program has been designed not only to make sure animals who stay with us are happy, active and fulfilled – but also to help ease their transition from shelter life to forever homes. Once you bring a pet into your life, HSC wants to do whatever we can to help them stay part of your family, and that includes behavioral support from our experienced behavioral team.
We believe that with a positive training plan and basic life skills your dog will lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. Our training philosophy is based on behavioral science, the human-animal bond, and positive reinforcement.
Questions? Email our Behavior Programs Manager, Zach Boerboom
See Zach working with Roxanne, a long-timer at HSC!
