ADOG-Atlanta’s Dogwood Obedience Group

ADOG offers a progressive training structure starting with Starter Classes for new dogs, followed by Obedience Foundation, Novice, Advanced, and Trial Ready classes for competitive obedience. Rally training includes Beginner and Mixed Level classes. Each level has defined prerequisites and focuses on building skills like heeling, recalls, stays, and ring procedures. Classes are held weekly for six weeks, with homework and no graded tests. Private lessons and specialty seminars are also available.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $160 per six-week session, with each class lasting 55 minutes. Private lessons are available but pricing is not specified. Fees and discounts are outlined on their General Info page, and there is a $10 service fee for missed classes that cannot be rescheduled.

Policies

Classes require advance registration and have prerequisites. Missed classes cannot be made up unless rescheduled, and a $10 service fee applies if the class is canceled and cannot be filled. Refunds and transfers are outlined on their General Info page. Vaccination records are required for enrollment. The facility is air-conditioned and handicap accessible.

ADOG-Atlanta’s Dogwood Obedience Group is a dog training business offering group and private obedience classes for dogs of all ages, from puppies to advanced competitors. Located in Chamblee, GA, inside the Perimeter near Peachtree Boulevard, they operate out of a 5,800 square foot, air-conditioned, handicap-accessible facility. Their training is based on positive reinforcement and caters to a wide range of needs, including basic manners, Canine Good Citizen, rally, and competitive obedience. They offer structured progression from Starter Classes for new dogs to Obedience Foundation, Novice, Advanced, and Trial Ready classes, as well as Rally Beginner and Mixed Level classes. Instructors have between five and thirty years of experience and compete in multiple dog sports including obedience, agility, tracking, conformation, and nose work. They also offer a specialized Conformation class taught by Lisa Hall.

ADOG supports dog owners with clear prerequisites, detailed class outlines, and resources like training materials and equipment guides. They welcome newcomers to dog sports with patience and guidance, and their facility is designed for safe, effective training with proper ventilation and space. They also provide private lessons and host events and seminars, including ones led by Matthew Twitty.

ADOG has been helping handlers and their dogs since 2002, building a strong reputation in the Atlanta area for expert, sport-oriented training with a focus on fun and reliability.

Accomplishments

ADOG has been training dogs since 2002. Instructors have between five and thirty years of experience and compete in AKC obedience, agility, tracking, conformation, rally, nose work, and herding. They have trained numerous dogs to compete successfully and offer specialized instruction in conformation with Lisa Hall and seminars with Matthew Twitty.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should review class descriptions and prerequisites on the website, then register as a new or current student using the online registration forms. A dog’s vaccination records must be submitted before enrollment. Beginners are encouraged to start with Starter Classes or Pet Manners/Canine Good Citizen before advancing to obedience or rally classes.