Canine Affair Center

Classes are 4-week sessions with structured levels: Puppy 1 (10–16 weeks), Puppy 2 (4–12 months), Foundation Obedience (6+ months), Intermediate Obedience (rally and agility intro), and Advanced Obedience with personalized evaluation. Agility has four tiers: Foundations, Beginners, Novice, Open, Excellent — each requiring prerequisite completion. Obedience includes an ongoing “Building Blocks” class with pre-class evaluation. Conformation includes weekly group classes and drop-in practice. All classes require registration and instructor approval for advanced levels.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are $92–$110 for 4-week sessions. Agility classes are $100 for 4 weeks. Conformation class is $40 for 4 weeks; walk-in practice is $10 per session. Payment required by first class; cash or check only. No refunds mentioned in policy, though some customers have requested them.

Policies

All classes are 4-week sessions with payment due by the first class. Cash or check only. Dates and times are subject to change; callers must confirm availability before registering. No refund policy is explicitly stated on the website, though customer reviews indicate some have requested refunds without success. Registration requires contacting the center directly before submitting forms.

Canine Affair Center is a dog training facility in Chesterland, Ohio, serving Northeast Ohio for over 22 years. They offer group obedience, agility, conformation, and canine freestyle classes designed for both family pets and competitive dogs. Training is conducted in a friendly, accessible facility using positive reinforcement methods. Instructors include certified professionals like Dorothy Kellerhall (HTACP) and others with decades of experience in dog showing and training. The center also provides grooming and massage services, making it a comprehensive hub for dog care. Classes are structured in 4-week sessions with specific prerequisites for each level, and they encourage family participation. The facility is wheelchair accessible and emphasizes building a strong human-canine bond through fun, structured learning.

They offer ongoing obedience classes with individual evaluations and specialized programs for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Agility training progresses from foundations to Excellent level, with clear prerequisites and handling technique instruction. Conformation classes are available with both scheduled group sessions and drop-in practice options. All classes require registration and payment by the first session, with cash or check only accepted.

The center is known for its experienced instructors, including Mary Berr with rottweiler expertise, Bridget Telencio-Hambretch for obedience and show knowledge, and Lynne Wickens and Janet Dayton for agility and freestyle. They serve dog owners seeking basic manners, competition preparation, or behavioral improvement in a supportive environment.

Accomplishments

Dorothy Kellerhall is HTACP-certified and has trained dogs in obedience and conformation for many years. Lynne Wickens has been showing dogs since 1966 and has trained multiple championship dogs. Mary Berr has extensive experience with rottweilers. Mark Kocab leads conformation practice with students of all ages. The center has been operating for 22 years and supports competitors in agility, obedience, and conformation.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must call 440-729-9375 to confirm class availability before registering. For ongoing classes like “Building Blocks,” contact Dorothy Kellerhall directly at 440-897-6717 for an interview and pre-class lesson. Registration is completed via the online student registration form after phone confirmation.