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Animal Behavior Programs
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Animal Behavior Programs
Obedience Classes
Whether you've just adopted a dog and want to get off on the right paw, or you want a refresher course for your longtime companion, PHS/SPCA companion dog training courses are ideal. We hold year-round Puppy Classes, Level I, and Intermediate obedience classes. In addition, we're offering dog training geared for children and dog training conducted in Spanish. Classes are 6 one-hour sessions and limited to 12 dogs. Discounts are available for dogs adopted from PHS/SPCA, and for seniors.
PHS/SPCA Dog Training Classes - Schedule
Puppy Preschool (2-4 months)
Wednesday 6pm
September 10th – no class on October 1
Puppy Kindergarten (4-8 months)
Monday 6:15pm
July 21st
Saturday 12 noon
September 6th
Wednesday 7:15pm
September 10th – no class on October 1
Intermediate
Monday 7:30pm
September 15th – no class on September 29
Companion Dog Level 1
Wednesday 7:15pm – no class August 6
July 16th
Monday 7:30pm
July 21st
Thursday 6:30pm
September 4th – no class on September 20th
Level 1 / Beginner Clicker Training – special exercises for Shy Dogs
Monday 6:15pm
September 15th – no class on September 29
Companion Dog Level 1 for Small Dogs
(Dogs 6 months and older – under 25 lbs.)
Saturday 1:15pm
September 6th
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Thursday 7:45pm
September 4th – no class on September 20th
Training Bully Breeds
(Dogs 6 months and older)
Tuesdays 6:15pm
Starting September 9th (2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month)
Puppy Playgroup (2-6 months)
Tuesdays 6:15pm
Starting August 19th (1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month)
There are three easy ways to register!
- Email training@PHS-SPCA.org and provide your full name, mailing address and phone number.
- Call 650-340-7022 x 0
- Download registration
form and return to
Behavior Department
12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94401
Behavior Helpline
Residents of San Mateo County can call the Behavior Helpline and a trained staff member will return their call within 48 hours (Monday through Friday during normal business hours) to offer free advice related to domestic animal behavior.
We can help with barking and chewing problems, separation anxiety, and housetraining in dogs; and with spraying, clawing, and nocturnal activity in cats (among other issues for dogs, cats and other animals). Please call 650/340-7022, ext. 783 (ext. 786 for Spanish).
You can read about some behavior issues by going to the Animal Behavior Advice section in the Resource Library. Also in the Resource Library, check out the Behavior Q&A.
Second Chance Class
This class, held twice weekly, is for dogs in our shelter. Our Animal Behaviorist guides a team of volunteers who help teach the dogs to walk on a leash, learn the "sit," "down," and "stay" commands, and socialize with other dogs and people. Information about the dogs who have taken these classes is available for potential adopters.
Getting to Know You Class
This two-hour class is for new dog owners. Learn why dogs do the things they do. Topics will include the pack dynamic through housetraining. Suggested $10 donation at the door. The class is held twice a year. Next class is scheduled for: TBD. This is a people only class. No pets please. To sign up call 650/340-7022, ext. 306 or training@PHS-SCPA.org.
Dog Day Mornings
Do you have a dog who's a social butterfly? Or maybe a dog who's a little shy or nervous? Do you like dog parks but sometimes feel uncomfortable being there? Then have we got a program for you and your canine companion!
At Dog Day Mornings dogs romp and play off-leash in a supervised atmosphere every Saturday morning, rain or shine. There are two sessions -- 9:30 am to 10:30 am for dogs all shapes and sizes and a 10:30 am to 11:30 am class reserved for just small dogs. All dogs must be current on their vaccinations, have attended a basic obedience class and all dogs 6 months and older must be altered. The fee is $5.00 per class or save with a 6-session card for $25! For more information and to enroll call 650/340-7022 ext. 784. Come join us. . . It's a barking good time!
Books on Animal Behavior
About Dogs
- The Dog Who Loved Too Much by Nicholas Dodman
- The Good Little Dog Book by Ian Dunbar
- How to Teach an Old Dog New Tricksby Ian Dunbar
- The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
- Leader of the Packby Patricia McConnell
About Cats
- Claws and Purrs by Peter Neville
- Twisted Whiskers--Solving Your Cat's Behavior Problems by Pam Johnson
- Cat Watching by Desmond Morris
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