All Upcoming Classes
Classes take place at A Dog’s Life’s Learning & Enrichment Center: O-455 Lake Michigan Dr NW Suite 15, Grand Rapids, MI 49534.
We require the following vaccines: Distemper/Parvo (2nd round for puppies), Bordetella, Rabies (for dogs over 4 months), and a Negative Fecal Exam. Fecal exams can take a few days to process, so please plan accordingly.
Registration is only guaranteed upon payment. You can view all of our class policies here.
Puppy
Puppy Social Enrichment
Parallel play is a dynamic teaching tool for puppies up to 5 months old. It allows for observational learning, confidence building, and teamwork while also providing a foundation for stable social skills. These 30 minute sessions provide novel experiences involving all senses in a group environment. Cost per session is $20 for current class members and $25 for non-class members.
Puppy FUNdamentals
For puppies up to 5 months old, this course will focus on building a solid learning foundation by teaching core skills such as Leave-It, Stay, Recall, and Place. We will also practice important social skills by allowing the puppies to interact and play while supervised. Cost is $129 for 4 weeks.
Adolescent & Adult
Adolescent Social Enrichment
Parallel play is a dynamic teaching tool for young dogs 6-18 months old. It allows for observational learning, confidence building, and teamwork while also providing a foundation for stable social skills. These 30 minute sessions provide novel experiences involving all senses in a group environment. Cost per session is $20 for current class members and $25 for non class members
Adolescent & Adult FUNdamentals
For dogs over 5 months old, this course will focus on building a solid learning foundation while exploring and interacting with new, fun activities in a safe environment. We will also work on skills like leave-it, stay, recall, and loose leash walking. Cost is $129 for 4 weeks.
Next Level FUNdamentals
For dogs that have foundation skills and need more social and environmental practice. Using games and real life elements this class will help you better navigate while strengthening your working bond! Previous class experience is recommended. Cost is $129 for 4 weeks.
Sporty & Fun
Noodlers Practice
Run through courses and enhance your dogs noodling skills while having fun, building confidence and strengthening your relationship. For dogs that have taken a previous Noodlers class. Cost is $35
Beginner Agility
This class is a great introduction to the exciting sport of agility! We will begin learning about different obstacles and fundamentals of agility while strengthening your relationship and having fun! Cost is $139 for 4 weeks
Upcoming Dates & Times
Intermediate & Advanced Scentwork
For those that have taken a beginner scent class. and wish to continue improving their dog’s skills. Cost is $139 for 4 weeks
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Dog Friendly Art Prize Tour
Join us for a tour through Art Prize’s dog friendly venues! Together we will check out the sights, work with our dogs, and just have fun walking through downtown Grand Rapids! This walk will be trainer led, which means one of our certified instructors will be there to answer questions, provide tips, and assist as necessary. The group will also be kept small to prevent dogs from getting overwhelmed or over-stimulated. The walk itself will be roughly 50 minutes with a water break halfway through. Cost is $25
Beginner Scentwork
Celebrate the joy of sniffing in the amazing sport of Scentwork. We’ll start with basics like odor imprinting on birch, and beginning to search containers. A great intro for those hoping to compete! Cost is $149 for 4 weeks