Upcoming Classes
We offer what is best for your dog!
Services Offered
Group Classes (great for distractions and socialization)
The Committed Owner package
Progressive Basic Manners
Real Life Advanced Manners
Off Leash Dependability
AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification
Fiesty Fidos
Search and Rescue
How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of: the secrets to canine good manners
Private School (for quicker results)
Boarding School (where we do the hard part for you)
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Directions: Scroll to the end for directions.
Customize for your needs: We can customize most of your needs so if you don’t see the perfect match for you and your dog, contact us!
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Our Popular Seminar
(free to clients registered in our group classes, private sessions, or boarding school)
How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of: the secrets to canine good manners
Is your dog still not listening to you? Out of control? Barking? Jumping? Not coming? Are you having trouble with nipping, housetraining, chewing, etc.? Then this seminar is for you! Learn the proper way to educate your dog so he does respond to your commands. And learn about behavior issues such as nipping, housetraining, chewing, jumping, and any out of control behaviors.
No dogs, this seminar is for humans where we train you first!
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Location |
Day |
Dates |
Time |
Duration of Class |
Instructor |
Fee |
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Cary |
Wednesday | Jun 12 | 6:00-9:00 pm | 3 hrs | Ulli Mattern |
$30 |
The Committed Owner Package
Our classes are NOT the traditional 6-8 week classes. You pay one fee only for unlimited access to the six classes under this package.
Or continue to scroll down to Progressive Basic Manners if you prefer to pay for each of these classes individually.
Our format ensures your success because:
- You can start right away.
- There is no time limit to complete the classes, so they are flexible to your schedule and we can continue helping you on any problem areas.
- They are ongoing so if you miss a week, just keep up your homework and come back the following week.
- Better socialization and distractions as your dog will be exposed to various dogs/humans each week instead of the same pack for only 6-8 weeks.
This Committed Owner package includes all 6 obedience classes rolled into one package at a savings of $190!
With this package, you take your dog all the way from the basics including Stay, Wait, Not Jumping, Off, Not Pulling, and Settling Down to applying them to real life distractions out in parks around dogs, people, joggers, kids, strollers, etc., as well as the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification and off leash dependability in case your dog should get away from you.
Specifically, the package include:
How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of: the secret to canine good manners Seminar: Offered once per month on the second Wednesday of each month in Cary.
Progressive Basic Manners classes: Pick one of our four locations listed below.
No Pulling on the Leash classes: Offered every Sunday at 2:45 pm at Fletcher Park, Raleigh.
Off Leash Dependability classes: Offered on Sundays at 2:00 pm at Fletcher Park, Raleigh.
Real Life Manners classes: Offered every Sunday at 4:00 pm at 5 different parks in Raleigh.
AKC Canine Good Citizen certification classes: Pick one of our four locations listed below.
The total fee for this package is only $297! Then take advantage of these classes at your own pace with no time limit.
Our class locations for the Progressive Basics Manners part of your package:
Cary, Monday evenings
Cary, Saturday afternoons
Raleigh, Monday evenings
North Raleigh, Saturday mornings
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Sections |
Overview |
Sit Happens |
Door Manners/ Wait Safely |
Jumping/ Settle Down |
Off my Stuff |
Down AKC CGC Prep/Test |
Instruct |
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Mondays (Cary) |
6:00 pm |
6:30 pm |
7:00 pm |
7:30 pm |
8:00 pm |
8:30 pm |
Karen Payne |
| Mondays (Raleigh) |
6:00 pm | 6:30 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:30 pm | 8:00 pm |
8:30 pm |
Ulli Mattern |
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Saturdays (North Raleigh) |
9:00 am | 9:30 am | 10:00 am | 10:30 am | 11:00 am |
11:30 am |
Karen Payne |
| Saturdays (Cary) | 12:30 pm | 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm | 2:00 pm | 2:30 pm |
3:00 pm |
Lisa Rosendahl |
Commonly asked questions:
Do I have to pay $297? No, we have broken down each class so you can pay as you go if you wish. You will not get the package discount though.
Do I pay $297 per week or per classes? No, you pay one fee for all six of these classes: How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of: the secret to canine good manners Seminar, Progressive Basic Manners classes, No Pulling on the Leash classes, Off Leash Dependability classes, Real Life Manners classes, AKC Canine Good Citizen certification classes.
May I pay for the package in installments? Because we offer a $190 discount onthis package, we are unable to accept installments.
Do I attend all classes at one time? No, you can take 1-2 classes simultaneously if needed such as Progressive Basic Manners and No Pulling on a Leash, but we don't recommend more than 2 classes at a time. Take your time and enjoy this journey with your buddy.
Do I attend all the sections under the Progressive Basic Manners part of my program at once? No, you will start with the Overview where your trainer gets to know your goals, then you will come back for the Sit Happens section and keep moving up every 3-4 weeks depending on your dog's progress. Our sections are 30 minutes each and you can do 30 or 60 minutes at a time.
Will I receive details on my program? Yes, once we receive your registration form, we will review your goals as well as your dog's age and breed, then send you an email outlining your program per our recommendation. You will be scheduled for the next monthly seminar and the next Overview of your Progressive Basic Manners class. Our program is very flexible so you can still tweak dates as best for you. Your Progressive Basic Manners trainer will help you as to when you are ready for the No Pulling on a Leash classes, the Real Life Manners classes, the Off Leash Dependability classes, and the AKC Canine Good Citizen classes.
Progressive Basics Manners
Build on your foundation with the basics! Class includes the Have a Well-Mannered Dog Seminar, Materials, Handouts, Not Pulling on a Leash, Listening to you when you call them etc., Not Jumping, Self-Control for out of control behaviors, Off your stuff and guests, Sit, Stay, Wait rather than lunge out of doors unsafely, Door Manners, Proper Greetings, and Settling Down.
Our classes are NOT the traditional 6-8 week classes. You pay one fee only for unlimited access to this class. Our format ensures your success because:
- You can start right away.
- There is no time limit to complete the class, so it is flexible to your schedule and we can continue helping you on any problem areas.
- It is ongoing so if you miss a week, just keep up your homework and come back the following week.
- Better socialization and distractions as your dog will be exposed to various dogs/humans each week instead of the same pack for only 6-8 weeks.
Specifically, the class includes:
How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of: the secret to canine good manners Seminar: Offered once per month on the second Wednesday of each month in Cary.
Progressive Basic Manners classes: Pick one of our four locations listed below.
No Pulling on the Leash classes: Offered every Sunday at 2:45 pm at Fletcher Park, Raleigh.
The total fee for this is only $139! Then take advantage of this class at your own pace with no time limit.
Our class locations for the Basics Manners:
Cary, Monday evenings
Cary, Saturday afternoons
Raleigh, Monday evenings
North Raleigh, Saturday mornings
|
Sections |
Overview |
Sit Happens |
Door Manners/ Wait Safely |
Jumping/ Settle Down |
Off my Stuff |
Instructor |
|
Mondays (Cary) |
6:00 pm |
6:30 pm |
7:00 pm |
7:30 pm |
8:00 pm |
Karen Payne |
| Monday (Raleigh) | 6:00 pm | 6:30 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:30 pm | 8:00 pm | Ulli Mattern |
| Saturdays (North Raleigh) |
9:00 am | 9:30 am | 10:00 am | 10:30 am |
11:00 am
|
Karen Payne |
| Saturdays (Cary) | 12:30 pm | 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm | 2:00 pm | 2:30 pm | Lisa Rosendahl |
Commonly asked questions:
Do I pay $139 per week? No, you pay one fee and have unlimited access to this class, plus you can come back to the sections that you need more work on such as Jumping or Settling Down as often as you need.
Do I attend all the sections at once? No, you will start with the Overview where your trainer gets to know your goals, then you will come back for the Sit Happens section and keep moving up every 3-4 weeks depending on your dog's progress. Our sections are 30 minutes each and you can do 30 or 60 minutes at a time.
Will I receive details on my program? Yes, once we receive your registration form, we will review your goals as well as your dog's age and breed, then send you an email outlining your program per our recommendation. You will be scheduled for the next monthly seminar and the next Overview of your Progressive Basic Manners class. Our program is very flexible so you can still tweak dates as best for you. Your Basic Manners trainer will help you as to when you are ready for the No Pulling on a Leash classes.
Prerequisite: Basic Manners or equivalent. Is your dog not responding well to your commands, pulling you, not coming, running away? This class focuses on those behaviors. Great class for applying classroom basics to real life distractions! This class is a must to bring together all your dog’s training so you can enjoy her in public. Locations include Lake Lynn, Glen Eden, Shelley Lake, Oakview Park, and Fletcher Park. Bring your dog to the first day of class. Your confirmation email will list the locations for each date.
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Locations |
Day |
Start Date |
Time |
Duration of Class |
Instructor |
Fee |
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Lake Lynn, Jaycee Park, Oakview Park, Shelley Lake, Blue Jay Point Park |
Sundays |
Ongoing (start anytime) |
4:00 pm |
4 sessions |
Lisa Rosendahl |
$129 |
Off Leash Dependability Class
Prerequisite: Real Life Manners or equivalent. This class is for dogs who need to be more reliable off leash or are not listening well to commands. This class focuses on advanced material with stronger off leash stays, coming when called, and off leash heeling. Bring your dog to the first day of class.
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Location |
Day |
Dates |
Time |
Duration of Class |
Instructor |
Fee |
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Fletcher Park, Raleigh |
Sundays | Jun 2 |
2:00 pm |
4 sessions |
Lisa Rosendahl |
$109 |
| Fletcher Park, Raleigh | Sundays | Jul 14 |
2:00 pm |
4 sessions |
Lisa Rosendahl |
$109 |
| Fletcher Park, Raleigh | Sundays | Sep 8 |
2:00 pm |
4 sessions |
Lisa Rosendahl |
$109 |
| Fletcher Park, Raleigh | Sundays | Oct 27 |
2:00 pm |
4 sessions |
Lisa Rosendahl |
$109 |
AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification
$60. Prerequisite: Real Life Manners or equivalent. Earn your AKC Canine Good Citizen certification by role playing the test until you are ready to test. These classes are ongoing so you can go at your pace until you are ready to test.
Offered on Mondays at the Raleigh and Cary locations at 8:30 pm and on Saturdays at the West Raleigh location at 11:30 am and the Cary location at 3:00 pm.
Feisty Fido
No prerequisite. Is your dog over the top, rambunctious, hyper in public? Does she lunge, bark, or react aggressively or seemingly aggressively toward people or dogs? If so, this class is for you and your dog! Using his more than 30 years of experience, specialist Donnie Hult will show you to teach your dog to behave politely in public around people and dogs — and to remain calm around various distractions and situations. The first class is at Falls Village Veterinary Hospital and the next three are at Shelley Lake. These classes are outdoors for real life effect. If you want to turn your feisty fido into a dignified doggie, hurry … this class is limited and fills up quickly! Bring your dog to the first day of class.
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Location |
Day |
Dates |
Time |
Duration of Class |
Instructor |
Fee |
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Raleigh |
Sundays |
Jun 30 Jul 14 Jul 28 Aug 4 |
8:00 am
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4 weeks |
Donnie Hult |
$129 |
Search and Rescue
No prerequisite. This great class helps you to give your dog a job to do, mental stimulation, exercise, and bonding. You and your dog will learn to find humans hidden in the woods! Locations will vary in the Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Shearon Harris areas. Sign up now for this fun class to share with your dog! Bring your dog to the first day of class.
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Location |
Day |
Dates |
Time |
Duration of Class |
Instructor |
Fee |
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Varies |
Sundays |
Sep 8
|
8:00 am |
7 weeks |
Donnie Hult |
$259 |
Private School
Prefer individual sessions at the convenience of your home? We offer Private Schooling to cover your needs!
$150 for the first session (takes 1.5 hrs) than $97 for any follow up session.
We are on an as-needed basis so after your first session, you will implement the tools we give you for 2-4 weeks. Call us anytime with questions and we can determine together if you need a follow up session. Most of our clients average 1-2 sessions.
Boarding School
We do the hard part so you can just maintain our training. Our Boarding School is in our home environment for great home manners and includes field trips for public manners.
To register for classes online:
http://www.nck9solutions.com/component/chronocontact/?chronoformname=K9Application
If you have javascript or popup blockers, you might need to disable those.
If you are unable to register online, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 919-779-3813 for alternative arrangements.
Directions
How to Achieve a Well-Mannered Dog that You Are Proud Of:
The secret to canine good manners Seminar
Suite 8808
1105 Walnut St.
Cary, NC 27511
Animal is inside the Cary Town Center Mall.
From Walnut St., drive to the Harris Teeter/Starbucks/Dillard side of the main mall.
The entrance to Animall is on the outside of the mall to the left of the Dillards’ store front and Talbots.
There is an Animall sign by the door entrance.
When you enter the store, look ahead to your left and you will see the door to our training room.
The class before you will exit the other door at the other end so you will know when you can enter that first door.
Locations for The Committed Owner package, Progressive Basic Manners, and AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification
Cary, AniMall
Suite 8808
1105 Walnut St.
Cary, NC 27511
Map of mall: http://www.shopcarytownecentermall.com/shop/carytowne.nsf/directory
Animall is inside the Cary Town Center Mall.
From Walnut St., drive to the Harris Teeter/Starbucks/Dillard side of the main mall.
The entrance to Animall is on the outside of the mall to the left of the Dillards’ store front and Talbots.
There is an Animall sign by the door entrance.
When you enter the store, look ahead to your left and you will see the door to our training room.
The class before you will exit the other door at the other end so you will know when you can enter that first door.
Mondays, Raleigh
Real Life Advanced Manners
Shelley Lake, Raleigh
1400 West Millbrook Rd., Raleigh 27612
No Pulling on the Leash
Off Leash Dependability
Feisty Fido


