Family Dog Training Center

Training is structured in progressive levels: Puppy Manners (under 5 months), Beginning Home Obedience (over 5 months), Advanced Home Obedience, and Continued Advanced Home Obedience. CGC and Therapy Dog Preparation classes follow. Performance programs include Agility, Rally, Competition Obedience, Breed Ring, Scent Work, and Trick Dog Training with Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced AKC title tracks. Private lessons address specific behavior issues. Classes are held weekly in 6- or 9-week sessions, with makeups available for missed classes.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $230 for the first credit and $180 for each additional credit in a package. Packages range from 2 to 6 credits, with savings up to $250 compared to individual class purchases. Specific packages include Basic Puppy ($410), Perfect Puppy ($590), and Exceptional Family Dog ($590). Package credits cannot be used for Therapy Dog Prep or Performer/Performer Elite Trick Dog classes. Classes are 6 weeks long, except for the 9-week Performer/Performer Elite class.

Policies

Class cancellations due to weather or unsafe conditions are posted on Facebook and the website at least 2 hours before class. Clients are encouraged to stay home if driving is unsafe. Makeup classes are offered for missed sessions. Package credits expire 180 days after purchase. Credits cannot be applied to Therapy Dog Prep or Performer/Performer Elite Trick Dog classes.

Family Dog Training Center has been training dogs since 1977 and officially formed in 1994, offering comprehensive training services to families throughout Western Washington. They provide small group classes for puppy manners, home obedience, off-leash control, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and therapy dog preparation, along with private lessons for behavior problems. Their performance programs include agility, breed ring, competition obedience, rally, scent work, and trick dog training. With a 5,000 square foot facility and classes offered 7 days a week in mornings, afternoons, and evenings, they cater to dogs of all ages and goals. They also offer package deals to save on multiple classes and maintain a waitlist for sold-out programs.

They emphasize training both dogs and owners, with instructors focused on building strong bonds through positive, structured methods. Their programs are designed to progress from basic manners to advanced titles, including AKC Trick Dog certifications. They also provide building rental for private use and offer an email newsletter with training tips.

The center supports dogs from puppies through seniors and welcomes all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, including stubborn or easily distracted dogs. Their team includes experienced trainers like Liz and Jennifer, who are praised for their patience, clarity, and passion for animals.

Accomplishments

Trained dogs since 1977; established in 1994; offers AKC-recognized Trick Dog, CGC, and Therapy Dog certification preparation; has a 5,000 sq ft dedicated training facility; maintains active class schedules 7 days a week.

How to Get Started!

New clients are encouraged to start with Puppy Manners (for dogs under 5 months) or Beginning Home Obedience (for dogs over 5 months). Those unsure of where to begin can email Office@familydogonline.com for guidance. All classes require registration through their online system, and package credits must be purchased and assigned before signing up.