NB Productions Quality Dog Training

Classes are structured in 6- to 16-week sessions held weekly at their Greenfield facility. Puppy Kindergarten targets 8–16-week-old puppies with socialization and basic commands. Beginner Level teaches leash walking, sit/down stays, recall, and polite greetings. Civilized Canine prepares dogs for AKC CGC testing. Rally Obedience and K9 Nosework are progressive sports programs. Service Dog Training is individualized over 16 weeks to meet specific disability-related tasks and public access standards. All classes are taught by Pam Murphy or Laurie LaValley, with assistant support.

Pricing Summary

Class fees range from $85 to $210 depending on program length and type. Puppy Kindergarten, Beginner, Rally, and Nosework are $85–$100 for 6–7 weeks. Civilized Canine is $120 for 7 weeks. Service Dog Certification is $210 for 16 weeks. No refunds are offered. Payments are made by check payable to Pam Murphy.

Policies

Classes are subject to weather-related cancellations. Cancellations are announced by 3 p.m. on the day of class by calling 413-863-3732 and pressing #4. No refunds are offered for any classes. Students must call ahead to confirm class status due to weather or schedule changes.

NB Productions Quality Dog Training is a dog training business founded in 1990 and based in Greenfield, MA, offering group training classes at their facility located at 76 Hope Street. The business is led by experienced trainers Pam Murphy and Laurie LaValley, who were trained under Dr. Ian Dunbar and specialize in motivational training methods. They offer a range of year-round group classes including Puppy Kindergarten, Beginner Level, Civilized Canine (AKC CGC preparation), Rally Obedience, K9 Nosework, and Service Dog Training. Their Civilized Canine program boasts an 80% first-time pass rate, significantly higher than the national average of 50%. Classes are held in a dedicated facility with puppy-sized agility equipment, and they emphasize positive, reward-based training. They also offer specialized service dog certification training tailored to individual needs. Over 2,000 dogs have completed their programs since inception.

Trainers are certified by the AKC, with Pam Murphy being the 9th certified CGC evaluator in the country. Classes are small to medium-sized with instructor and assistant support. They serve dog owners in Greenfield and surrounding areas in Western Massachusetts and Southern Vermont.

The business does not offer private in-home sessions, boarding, grooming, or day care. All training occurs at their facility, and classes are held on weekdays during evenings. Weather-related cancellations are communicated by 3 p.m. on the day of class via phone.

They are not affiliated with the Pioneer Valley Kennel Club.

Accomplishments

Pam Murphy is the 9th certified AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator in the U.S. Trainers were trained under Dr. Ian Dunbar, pioneer of motivational puppy training. NB Productions introduced the first Motivational Method Puppy Kindergarten classes to Western Massachusetts and Southern Vermont. They maintain an 80% first-time CGC pass rate.

How to Get Started!

Interested dog owners must call Pam Murphy at 413-863-3732 to leave their name and phone number for a callback. Registration is not done online; applicants must print and mail a paper application. A phone call is required to confirm class availability and receive instructions.