Pinelands Dog Training Center

Training programs are structured in progressive levels: Puppy Kindergarten (6–5 months), Beginner Obedience (5+ months), then Advanced Obedience, Novice/Open/Utility Competition Obedience, Agility Foundation (two levels), Master/Premier Agility, Rally Obedience (Novice to Masters), Nose Work, Tracking, and Breed Show Handling. Classes are held weekly in 6-week blocks or as ongoing sessions. Advanced classes allow walk-ins with prior experience. Agility and obedience programs include competition preparation for AKC titles (CD, CDX, UD, RN, RI, RA, RE). Nose work and tracking classes focus on scent detection skills with optional title eligibility.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $180 for 6-week sessions (e.g., puppy, obedience, agility foundation) to $30 per class for advanced or competition-level sessions (e.g., obedience, rally, agility). Walk-in advanced agility classes are $30 per session. Pricing is consistent across most programs, with no mention of package discounts or membership fees.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated. Classes require direct contact with instructors to enroll. Some classes are walk-in only for experienced teams. Enrollment is based on instructor availability and class size limits (e.g., 8 dogs per agility class).

Pinelands Dog Training Center is a facility-based dog training business offering a wide range of group classes for dogs of all ages and skill levels. They provide puppy kindergarten and beginner obedience classes focused on socialization and foundational commands using positive reinforcement with food, clickers, and play. Advanced obedience, rally, agility, nose work, tracking, and breed show handling classes are available for owners seeking competition-level training or specialized skills. The center features multiple certified instructors including Sue Bintliff, Diane Harrington, Marilou McCloskey, and others, each specializing in different disciplines. Agility training includes foundation courses and advanced competition-level sessions with technical course design and handling critique. Nose work classes leverage dogs’ natural scenting abilities and are suitable for all energy levels and ages, including senior and special needs dogs. The facility includes dedicated rings for agility, obedience, rally, conformation, and tracking. Classes are held at their private training facility with structured weekly sessions and walk-in options for advanced levels.

They offer ongoing weekly classes with no fixed end dates for many programs, allowing flexibility for participants. The center also hosts UKI agility trials and provides ring rentals for private use. Instructors emphasize consistency, timing, and positive reinforcement, with many having competitive backgrounds in obedience and agility.

The business supports dog owners seeking both recreational and competitive training paths, from basic obedience to national-level competition preparation, with a strong focus on building handler-dog teamwork and confidence.

Accomplishments

Sue Bintliff is a UKI Regional Cup Reserve Overall Winner (2017) and has participated in World Team Tryouts. Marilou McCloskey is an AKC Obedience Rally Judge. Instructors have competitive backgrounds in obedience and agility, with many training dogs to earn AKC titles. The center hosts official UKI Agility Trials at Premier Sports Center.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact the instructor directly via email to enroll in any class. No online registration system is available. For puppy and beginner classes, contact Diane Harrington at pinelandsdogtraining@gmail.com. For competition obedience or rally, contact Marilou McCloskey at mmccloskey555@comcast.net. For advanced agility, contact Sue Bintliff at sabledogs@icloud.com.