Companion Dog Obedience Services

Beginner classes focus on basic obedience and house manners for puppies and dogs. Intermediate classes build on basics with preparation for CGC and TDI certification. Advanced classes aim for formal obedience titles and deeper handler-dog bonds. Additional offerings include Rally, Agility, and Conformation classes. All classes are 8 weeks long, with weekly handouts. Private lessons are tailored to individual behavior issues or training goals.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are $140 for an 8-week session. For two dogs from the same household, the rate is $230 for 8 weeks. Private lessons are available but pricing is not listed. Training tools and toys are sold separately.

Policies

Class schedules may change due to weather or trainer availability. Clients are advised to check the website or Facebook page for updates and cancellations. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to call or email for alternative times if scheduled classes do not fit.

Companion Dog Obedience Services is a dog training business run by Glenna Godown, offering group obedience classes and private lessons in a friendly, supportive environment. Classes are held at a heated, air-conditioned facility with bathroom access at 3430 Daansen Road, Walworth, NY. The business provides Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced obedience classes, as well as specialized programs in Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Therapy Dog International (TDI), Rally, Agility, and Conformation. Private lessons are available at the client’s home or at the training center. Additional services include pet sitting, dog walking, and sales of training tools and toys. Glenna has over 25 years of dog training experience, including 5 years of guide dog training, and is a certified Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog evaluator. The training approach blends basic obedience with guide dog techniques, emphasizing positive reinforcement and human-dog bonding. Classes are limited to 8 weeks, with paperwork provided weekly to support home practice. The facility welcomes all dog sizes and ages, with proof of rabies, DHPP, and Bordatella vaccinations required.

Glenna is known for her intuitive, gentle, and honest approach, with a strong focus on training the human handler as much as the dog. She helps clients understand canine behavior signals and provides encouragement throughout the training process. Graduates of previous classes often assist during group sessions to provide individual attention. The business also offers resources like articles, health hints, and recommended reading to support ongoing learning.

Accomplishments

Glenna Godown has over 25 years of dog training experience, including 5 years of guide dog training. She attended the Companion Animal Behavior Seminar at Cornell University (2010), completed Obedience Judging Seminars (2017, 2019), and earned certification in Canine Animal Behavior (2021). She is a certified Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International Evaluator. She is also Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should visit the website to view the calendar, select a class time, and sign up via the provided Google Docs link. New beginners classes begin on scheduled Thursdays at 9:30 am and 7:30 pm. Clients must bring proof of rabies vaccination and ensure their dog has up-to-date DHPP and Bordatella shots. Contact by phone or email for questions or alternative scheduling.