Well behaved dogs
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in our store.
All others...
please come to
our classes!
Now Offering Classes
At The Humane Society Of Utah For Newly Adopted Dogs.
Here is where you and your dog may come to visit, stay and play
for a while. We offer certified training as all of our instructors
are fully credentialed. When your class is finished, our boutique carries
all of the things to make you and your dogs visit complete.
It's Easy To Enroll In Our Classes!
1. Push the buton of your desired course level
2. Browse the classes of interest.
3. If class is currently being offered, select it.
4. You will be taken to our reservation system to purchase.
1. Select Your Course Level (Please be aware that not all classes may be available at all times)
Includes puppy playtime and teaching some basic obedience commands using positive reinforcement. We show you how to control your puppy's behaviors, including play-biting, jumping, chewing, and housetraining. Safe and appropriate toys, chews, and nutrition are also covered. Class is limited to eight puppies. Class is six weeks. Prerequisites: Puppies must be less than 18 weeks at the start of class and have had their first DAPP vaccinations.
Class Cost - $125
Class Length - 6 weeks
Ready to take your puppy's training to the next level? This fun fast-paced continuation of our beginning Puppy Prep expands your puppy's obedience and socialization skills and more emphasis is placed on obedience commands. Puppies attending all six classes will be eligible to enroll in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. Puppy test will be administered at the end of the course. Upon passing the test, your puppy will receive the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Medal from the AKC. Class is six weeks. Prerequisites: Graduation from Puppy Prep.
We all know how important it is to get your puppy out and socialize. But did you know that it is not only how much you get them out, but also what type of socialization they get? Bring your puppy to a safe environment that is overseen by an instructor well versed in body language and appropriate play to ensure your puppy gets the BEST possible experience! **Please Note: This class is held on a recurring basis and certain requirements must be met; no intimidation of any kind is used.
Class Cost - FREE to any pups enroled in our classes!
Class Length - Ongoing
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1.Puppy Prep
2.Wonder Pups
3.Puppy Play Time
Please Note: Not all classes are offered
at all times. You may contact us directly
at (801) 273-3647 for more information.
(Changing Habits and Reinforcing Manners) For dogs with no previous formal training or who could use a brush-up on some good manners! This course involves learning all the basic commands necessary for a well-trained dog. We will also show you the most effective way to help change those unwanted behaviors (jumping, barking, pulling on the leash...) as well as other valuable handling techniques. Class is six weeks.
Class Cost - $150
For dogs under 25 pounds with no previous formal training or just needing to learn some good manners. This course is similar to our C.H.A.R.M. School but with particular emphasis on "small dog personalities." We will show you the most effective ways to teach your little dog in a setting where they are comfortable and possibly one of the biggest dogs in the room! Class is six weeks.
1.C.H.A.R.M. School
2.Petite Pals
If you've already been through our C.H.A.R.M. School or equivalent PR Basic Manners class, and your dog is social around other dogs and people, then you are ready for stepping Out & About. This is a sixweek course that meets onceaweek at a different location outdoors (and you get to chose where). Now that you've got all those good behaviors you learned in class you can take them on the road, under the close supervision of our C.A.D. trainers.
In Canine Musical Freestyle, the dog and handler perform choreographed moves to music. Freestyle is a fun sport for dog and handler, a great way to build a relationship with your young dogs, and a wonderful way to keep your older dogs physically and mentally active. Class is six weeks.
This course is offered to dogs who have completed a basic manners course but may need a little more work on distance, duration, and distraction. This class is four weeks and will prepare your dog for the intermediate class and CGC testing. Prerequisite: Previous obedience or basic manners class.
Class Cost - $100
Class Length - 4 weeks
This fun and exciting dog sport can be for anyone who likes to have fun with their dog! Rally Obedience includes learning how to maneuver through a course, learning new cues for you and your dog, and doing it all as fast as possible! Class is six weeks. Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M School or equivalent.
No Classes Available
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Great for dogs with excessive energy, learn the basics needed to get started in this fun fast-paced dog sport. Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School, Petite Pals or Einstein Pups, Class is 6 weeks long.
This class prepares your dog for the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. The CGC test is awarded by the AKC and open to all dogspurebred and mix breeds. Upon graduation from this class, dogs will be eligible for testing for the Canine Good Citizen certification. You can have the "model dog"...and the papers to prove it. Class is six weeks. Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School or equivalent. Cost of class includes the official test
Looking for more focus from your dog? Or maybe you've considered getting involved in a dog sport? Did you know before your dog can learn any sport, you must first have stellar communication and attention with your dog? This class helps you gain undivided attention from your dog and GREAT behavior on- and off-leash! **Please Note: Class is six weeks.** Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School or equivalent before you can join a Focus class.
1.Out & About
2.Freestyle
3.Beyond Basics
4.Rally-O
5.Dog Agility
6.Prestigious Pooch
7.Focus
Do you have a dog that likes people but hates dogs? Welcome to our Feisty Fido class. In this class, we work on behavior modification to teach dogs to be okay with other dogs around. This "counter-conditioning and desensitization" approach works best to change the way your dog feels about seeing other dogs; instead of punishing him for reacting inappropriately. Great results! Please call for further information.
Class Cost - $295
Class Length - 7 weeks
Fun, Exciting and even useful dog tricks! You decide the agenda and everyone progresses at a speed that works for them. Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School, Petite Pals or Einstein Pups. Class is 5 weeks long.
Class Length - 5 weeks
Join us with your dog for a funfilled hour of teaching dogs not to jump. We'll have refreshments and lots of good social interaction. This is a great way to teach your dog that humans really do NOT love dogs jumping on them! Call for information.
Class Cost - $20
Class Length - 1 Hour
Nosework is the FUN, new urban dog sport. Dogs naturally use their noses to hunt & find things, now you can use that to teach scent detection! Whether you're just looking for something fun to do, or looking for a new competitive sport - Nosework will provide you & your dog with tons of fun!!
For more info, visit www.k9nosework.com
This class is six weeks & will include extensive training in box work. REQUIREMENTS: Dog must have already completed a basic manners class, all dogs must bring their OWN crates, as all dogs are crated between runs. Call us with any questions!
A course to perfect leash walking. Walks should be fun for both of you. If walking your dog is a daily struggle that you have come to dread...come to this class! Class is four weeks. Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School or equivalent.
Focus is on gaining a stellar off-leash recall, with plenty of distractions and individual attention to get you there! Prerequisite: C.H.A.R.M. School, Petite Pals, or Einstein Pups. Class is
4 weeks long.
Some dogs struggle with a fast-paced, high-energy class or simply aren't comfortable around too many other people or dogsthis is the class for them! This class is limited to four socially shy dogs. We will address some basic manners, but will focus mostly on how to help your dog become more comfortable in new situations as well as confidence building. Class is six weeks.
1.Fiesty Fido
2.Clicks N Tricks
3.Anti-Jump Party
4.Nosework
5.Walk This Way
6.See Spot Come
7.Confident Canine
Consists of three one hour visits with a behavior consultant who will show you how to communicate clearly and effectively, the exact behavior that you want from your dog. You will be teaching your dog using positive reinforcement state-of-the art training methods and...enjoying it!
Do you sometimes think that your dog doesn't really know her name? Does Muffy have a case of "selective hearing?" When you call your dog to come, or tell her to "stay" does she sometimes not even respond? Like she doesn't see or hear you?
Separation Anxiety and other home alone phobias, can be a lose-lose situation for you and your dog. You can't take them with you, but you can't trust them home alone. Fido is only happy when you are with him. Wouldn't you like to buy that new couch and know that it will be in one piece when you get home? Other Home Alone behaviors may also fit into this category.
Does Fido just love answering the door for you? Is it possible to have someone stop by to visit you without first getting approval from your dog (rude sniffing, jumping, slamming, nonstop barking, etc.)? It's time to take back the door!
For that opportunistic trash picker, counter surfer, whatever he can get away with when nobody's looking, dog. (Or if he thinks he's fast enough to get away with it when you are looking!
Whether it's digging a crater in your back yard, jumping up to knock you in the nose, stealing or eating anything that's not bolted down, etc. Let's redirect this behavior to something we'd prefer your dog to do, shall we?
All puppy-training issues are addressed including, crate training, inappropriate chewing, jumping, digging, play biting, how to properly socialize and more.
Who's walking whom? Is Fido not getting walks because you haven't got the strength to wrestle with him when he pulls?
For the dog that's sensitive to noises, motions, and seems to over-reactive to everything. This can also manifest into fear aggression.
Calling All Dogs Private Lessons
We are pleased to offer our patrons private lessons at Calling All Dogs. These lessons give you a more individualized curriculum that caters to you and your companions particular needs.
Select a class that most interests you or use the arrows below to browse the classes that we are currently offering. Once selected, please call to schedule your session with a trainer.
1.Basic Manners
6.Look What I Can Do
2.See No Evil, Hear No Evil
7.To Pee...or Not To Pee
8.Express Yourself
3.Please Don't Go
9.Walk This Way
4.Knock, Knock... Who's There?
10.Yikes! What was that?
5.Opportunity Knocks
Rescue Me!
Foundation Basics
For newly rescued fully immunized non-aggressive dogs 6 months or older
While we do teach some basic commands: sit/down/come/stay, our main focus will be working through the issues of each dog in class. Whether its jumping up on people, counter surfing, pulling on the leash, mouthing, barking, etc. we will work with you to eliminate these behaviors.
This class is held at the
Humane Society of Utah
at 4242 S. 300 W. in Murray.
Polished Pups
Foundation II
Continuing education for rescue dogs having finished Foundation Basics.
In this class, having already addressed any unwanted behaviors in Foundation Basics, we can focus on getting through the rest of basic training. Learning how to get and keep your dogs attention in a distracting environment, walking on a leash without being pulled, leave it, go to your mat, wait at the door, and more!
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We are the first (and only) positive reinforcement dog training facility in Salt Lake County. We have the experience and the tools necessary for all your training needs. You can be sure you are getting the expertise of the best trainers in the state at Calling All Dogs. There is so much being discovered in the world of dog training today; we are committed to keeping abreast of the latest humane training techniques. Let us answer your questions and show you the most effective way to train your dog.
There's more than one method of dog training. At Calling All Dogs, we use positive reinforcement methods only. This means the emphasis is on humanely teaching our dogs—with patience and fairness—exactly what we want from them. There is no yelling or abuse of any kind. When training, we will never use fear, pain, intimidation, or discomfort. We will also never use instruments that cause your dog to feel this way or cause physiological damage, including shock collars, prong (or pinch) collars, choke chains, whips, or chains. We want our dogs to enjoy the training process and, in turn, learn quickly and retain their knowledge.
Our three trainers, with over 25 years experience between them, are each nationally certified by the CPDT, the largest training organization in the world. They travel around the country attending lectures, seminars, workshops, etc. to continue their training and keep abreast of the latest methods in behavior modification. In addition, working together every day allows them to share ideas and learn from each other.
Calling All Dogs is the exclusive
training facility for
Michelle Rizzi, CPDT-KA
Michelle has been a professional dog trainer since 2001. Michelle is a nationally Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT) and an active member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Michelle attends many seminars and workshops throughout the country, keeping herself abreast of all the latest techniques and discoveries in positive reinforcement training.
In 2001, Michelle received a special H.E.A.L. (Helping to Enrich Animals' Lives) Award from Los Angeles SPCA for her work with neglected and abused animals there. Currently, she volunteers her time at the Utah Humane Society teaching volunteers how to work with the shelter animals to enrich their lives and enhance their adoptability.
She has been featured on local TV stations and in the daily newspapers numerous times discussing her training program. Michelle hosted a segment on Comcast Cable's "On Demand" called Pet Tips for three years.
In 2002, Michelle started Handle with Care Dog Training and conducted multi-level obedience classes at the Humane Society of Utah. Today, as co-owner of Calling All Dogs, Michelle specializes in obedience training and behavior modification for all pet dogs using state-of-the-art positive reinforcement methods.
Michelle writes a weekly advice column in Salt Lake City Weekly, and is a contributor for the quarterly newsletter for the Humane Society. She developed the B.O.W.O.W. training method (Body Only Without Words) which was published in the APDT Chronicle of the Dog in January of 2010.
Nicole Corson, CTC, CPDT-KA is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, a Professional Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, and has a Certificate in Training and Counseling from the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers.
Nicole has been working with dogs professionally since 2002 and has worked with hundreds of dogs. She started her career as a volunteer at the San Francisco SPCA and experienced first hand the amazing results of positive reinforcement dog training with all of the shelter dogs residing at the SF/SPCA. In Massachusetts, she was a volunteer for the Centerville MSPCA where she worked with the shelter staff on evaluating the dogs and recommending training and behavior modification when needed. Nicole opened her own training center in 2005 on Cape Cod and was highly recommended Cape-wide by veterinarians for training, behavior modification, and nutrition counseling.
Nicole is a presenter for the Dogs and Storks program which offers positive, practical solutions for new and expecting families to set up the family dog for success before baby comes along. Nicole also works with families to teach small children how to be involved with their dog's training and to play appropriate games with their dogs so that everyone is safe.
A native of Salt Lake City, Nicole returned to Utah and is currently helping dogs and their families in the greater Salt Lake City area. Nicole specializes in socialization, puppy classes, family dog training, and tricks classes.
Nicole uses multiple positive reinforcement training techniques to accomplish your goals, including luring/prompting, shaping, and capturing. She consults with families on nutritional needs for their dogs, including supplements and herbs. To keep current on new dog training techniques and scientific-based training approaches and methods, Nicole attends the annual APDT Conference.
Elizabethanne Stevens
Elizabethanne began training dogs in 1997 after bringing home her miniature poodle, Charley. Among the titles earned by Charley and Elizabethanne's other poodles are multiple AKC Master Agility Championship titles, Novice and Open obedience titles, Rally Novice, Advanced, and Excellent titles, AKC Tracking Dog titles, Novice Freestyle Dog titles from the Musical Dog Sport Association, and a conformation championship. Elizabethanne and her poodles also dabble in carting and field work.
A self described training junkie, Elizabethanne's latest passion is canine musical freestyle which enables her to combine her love of music and dogs.
Elizabethanne has attended many seminars, including two Clicker Expos, Leslie McDevitt's Control Unleashed seminar, and a number of agility, obedience, and tracking seminars. Elizabethanne has completed Kay Laurence's online Dream Team freestyle course and the Karen Pryor Academy online Canine Freestyle I course. Elizabethanne earned her CAP1, CAP2, and CAP3 (Clicker Trainers Competency Assessment Program) certifications with distinction and she is a member of Kay Laurence's Learning About Dogs online teaching staff.
Nikki Roberts
Nikki has been helping dogs and their owners across the Wasatch Front for
the past 10 years. She is excited to be a part of Calling All Dogs as she
shares the same philosophies and enjoys exchanging ideas with other
trainers. Nikki has participated in Carting, Rally-O and other dog events
with her two Bernese Mountain Dogs.
We love hearing from you! Please fill out our contact form with your
message! We'll get back to you very soon! If you need immediate assistance you can call us at (801) 273-3647 during operating hours.
6221 South Highland Drive
Holladay, Utah 84121
801-273-3647
Links We Love.
You can learn more about your faithful friend at these websites.
Dog Star Daily
Truly Dog Friendly
No Shock Collar Coalition
Fearful Dogs
Before You Get Your Puppy (Charge May Apply)
SPCA San Francisco Articles
Blogs We Love.
These sites make for great reading!
Boulder Dog- Insight By A Shy Owner
Dogster Good Dog Blog - Training Questions Answered
Fearful Dog Blog - More Information On Living With A Fearful Dog
PawFun Blog - Training Questions Answered
Professional Associations
Certification Council For Professional Dog Trainers
Association Of pet dog trainers
Animal Wellness Association
Training Tips
Interactive Toys
Why have interactive toys for your dog?
Dogs are genetically programmed to hunt for their food. Part of the reason there is such a prevalence of behavior problems in dogs is that they have so little mental challenge or work to do; they typically get their food for free. Interactive toys are a great way to keep your dog mentally challenged and for dogs that tend to get bored easily or are left at home for long periods of time. Some of these interactive toys require your assistance to keep the dog engaged, while others can keep your dog entertained all by themselves.
Toy Review and Suggestions
Kong Products—
The Kong products are fantastic interactive toys for your dogs. We suggest stuffing the Kong with your dog's kibble in lieu of feeding from a dish. Kongs come in red and black (for heavy chewers) and many different sizes. The XL Kong is well suited for medium or large breeds (50-70 lbs).
Treat Stick
—A hard plastic flashlight-shaped tube that has two openings. One end twists open for easy filling and the other end has a small hole for food to drop out for eating. This toy is fun, durable, comes in two sizes, and easy to fill.
Tricky Treat Ball— (by Omega Paw)
A rubber ball with a hole to dispense treats or dog kibble. We love this toy, and so do our dogs. It is a soft rubber ball that when rolled around dispenses the food. The more food that is in the ball, the more generous it is with dispensing. Make sure on the first run that ball has lots of goodies in it. We would recommend this toy to dogs that are not heavy chewers, but like a good challenge.
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Toy Review And Suggestions
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Busy Buddies-Premier
—Our dogs have tested the whole line of Busy Buddies, and the winners are:
The Twist and Treat
—Round disc/flying saucer looking contraption that can be filled with either peanut butter, wet food, or mashed up food or can be filled with kibble or small crunchy treats. The dogs really enjoy them, and the product seemed to withstand their chewing.
Tug a Jug
—Made out of bullet-proof plastic, this toy is tough! One end opens to allow for easy filling and closing. The other end is smaller and has a rope through the tip. Great feeding toy/tool for a hungry dog
IQ Cube— Fabric cube with squeaky balls inside.
