Heartland Dog Training Center

Heartland Dog Training offers a structured progression of classes. The Puppy Class, for puppies 3-6 months (small breeds) or 3-5 months (large breeds), is a 6-week, 1-hour class designed for socialization and informal training, covering basic commands like leash walking, come, sit, lay down, stand, and stay. It is a family-friendly class.

The Beginners Obedience Class is for dogs 6 months or older, lasting 8 weeks with 1-hour sessions. This class focuses on more formal training, aiming for dogs to walk without pulling, sit when stopping, stand quietly for handling, and reliably respond to “Sit Stay,” “Down Stay,” and “Come” commands.

The Intermediate Obedience Class, a 6-week, 1-hour class, requires completion of Beginners Obedience. It covers advanced work, including preparation for Canine Good Citizen, loose leash walking, hand signals, and an increase in commands. The Rally Class, also 6 weeks, requires completion of both Beginners and Intermediate classes. Rally is a dog sport designed for fun, focusing on training dogs to behave well in various environments, including home, public places, and around other dogs.

Pricing Summary

Puppy class is $70. Beginners Obedience is $100. Intermediate Obedience is $55. Rally class is $60. All class fees are non-refundable.

Policies

Class fees are non-refundable.

Heartland Dog Training is a non-profit training and education foundation located on Peoria’s Northeast side. They provide dog training services in a facility nestled among trees, away from highways, offering ample flat, frequently mowed, outdoor grassy space for training.

Their facility includes a full handicap-accessible, regulation-size obedience ring within a heated/air-conditioned building. Additionally, there is a fully fenced outdoor area available for working on training problems.

How to Get Started!

Clients can get started by submitting a class application.