Learn how our dog training programs in Riverside, CA can help you and your pet meet your training goals.
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center offers training classes and resources to address a variety of needs for companion animals. Our training philosophy is based on the behavioral science concepts of positive reinforcement. Training your pet using these methods will not only help them learn new behaviors more quickly, it will also strengthen the bond you share.
Training is offered virtually and in person. Anyone is welcome to join our virtual classes, whether you’re a member of our local community or joining us from afar!
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GROUP DOG TRANING CLASSES
PUPPY PRE K
Puppy Pre K is designed to introduce puppies to basic obedience that will help them establish a strong line of communication withi you. For puppies 12 weeks to 8 months.
PUPPY K
Puppy Kindergarten is designed to meet the training and socialization needs of pups that are under 8 months old. Owners and their pups learn to adapt to new people, dogs, environments, and experiences with a new theme each week.
LEVEL 1: GROUP DOG TRAINING
This is an introductory-level course that will introduce your dog to basic obedience skills that are applicable and beneficial for everyday life.
LEVEL 2: GROUP DOG TRAINING
You’ll continue developing the skills you learned in Level 1 and begin introducing training exercises that are more challenging and useful in the real world.
LEVEL 3: GROUP DOG TRAINING
This phase of training works your dog under extreme distractions while Off-Leash. Your dog will recall even when distracted, giving you total control of your dog.
PUPPY PACKAGE
Puppy Package is a 12-week course that combines Puppy Pre K and Puppy K at a discounted rate.
DOG TRAINING PACKAGE
Dog Training Package is a 12-week course that combines Level 1 and Level 2 at a discounted rate.
PRIVATE DOG TRAINING CLASSES
Private training highlights the ability to have complete flexibility with your schedule when booking each training session. Your training should match the dog's energy level and temperament. We will work with you to customize the program to your lifestyle which makes living with your pet much easier.
60 Minute Behavior Consultation: $75
Meet with our trainer (your dog will not be at this session) to talk about the behavior challenges you are having with your dog. Receive management and training solutions.
Book a one-hour training session with our trainer to work through and get solutions for behavior issues that are outside of group classes and general obedience.
Package of (6) 1 Hour private training sessions: $400
In this course dogs will have special one on one training with our experts and learn:
- Attention
- Sit
- Down
- Recall
- Stay
- Drop/Out
- Wait
- Heel
- Plus, basic leash walking
VIRTUAL TRAINING CLASSES
Can’t attend a class in person? Try GoodPup! Train at home with virtual 1-on-1 training via video chat, which allows complete flexibility around your busy schedules. GoodPup provides private training with certified trainers who teach cues and advanced behavior on topics like crate training, barking, begging and jumping.
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center adopters and supporters receive one week of free training! With every sign-up, GoodPup makes a generous donation to MSRPAC which will help animals in our community!