Join Our Positive Dog Training Classes
Join Our Positive Dog Training Classes
Small, supportive 5-week group classes in Greenwich, CT. Fun, family-friendly training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Learn everything you need to raise a well-mannered, confident companion.
Taught by Sarah Hodgson, behavior expert and author of Puppies for Dummies and Dog Anxiety for Dummies.
Small, supportive 5-week group classes in Greenwich, CT. Fun, family-friendly training for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs. Learn everything you need to raise a well-mannered, confident companion.
Taught by Sarah Hodgson, behavior expert and author of Puppies for Dummies and Dog Anxiety for Dummies.
Class Details
Class Details
Class Details
Available Classes
Classes are held at the Round Hill Community Church
(397 Round Hill Rd, Greenwich, CT).
Which class is right for me?
Puppy Kindergarten – For puppies 3–5½ months.
Build early habits, teach basic cues like sit, name and come, and learn how to manage nipping, jumping, and potty/ crate training through play and routine.
Basic Training – For dogs 6 months and older.
Focus on manners, leash skills, and everyday cues like place, wait, and come. Great for friendly dogs who need structure and calm focus.
Advanced & Pet Therapy Prep – For dogs 11 months and older with prior training.
Sharpen skills, learn fun tricks, and prepare for Therapy Dog, CGC, or ESA evaluations while strengthening trust and focus.
Which class is right for me?
Puppy Kindergarten – For puppies 3–5½ months.
Build early habits, teach basic cues like sit, name and come, and learn how to manage nipping, jumping, and potty/ crate training through play and routine.
Basic Training – For dogs 6 months and older.
Focus on manners, leash skills, and everyday cues like place, wait, and come. Great for friendly dogs who need structure and calm focus.
Advanced & Pet Therapy Prep – For dogs 11 months and older with prior training.
Sharpen skills, learn fun tricks, and prepare for Therapy Dog, CGC, or ESA evaluations while strengthening trust and focus.
Which class is right for me?
Puppy Kindergarten – For puppies 3–5½ months.
Build early habits, teach basic cues like sit, name and come, and learn how to manage nipping, jumping, and potty/ crate training through play and routine.
Basic Training – For dogs 6 months and older.
Focus on manners, leash skills, and everyday cues like place, wait, and come. Great for friendly dogs who need structure and calm focus.
Advanced & Pet Therapy Prep – For dogs 11 months and older with prior training.
Sharpen skills, learn fun tricks, and prepare for Therapy Dog, CGC, or ESA evaluations while strengthening trust and focus.
About
About
About
My philosophy
My philosophy
In my 40 years as a dog trainer, I’ve found that everyone learns best when the process feels safe, inclusive, and fun, no matter how many legs they stand on! As the author of Puppies For Dummies, Dog Anxiety for Dummies, and other books, my mission has always been to change the way people think about their dogs. Dogs who feel good act happy and well-mannered, it’s that simple. Let’s work together to build trust, communication, and calm—so life feels good on both ends of the leash.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Testimonials
Some of our happy students
“Sarah took our shy little pup and helped her grow into a confident, go-lucky companion. She’s loving, honest, and completely in tune with dogs.”
– Emily J.
“Sarah took our shy little pup and helped her grow into a confident, go-lucky companion. She’s loving, honest, and completely in tune with dogs.”
– Emily J.
“Sarah took our shy little pup and helped her grow into a confident, go-lucky companion. She’s loving, honest, and completely in tune with dogs.”
– Emily J.
“Sarah doesn’t just train dogs—she understands them. Petey learned so much, and so did we. She’s a true teacher.”
– Mandy C.
“Sarah doesn’t just train dogs—she understands them. Petey learned so much, and so did we. She’s a true teacher.”
– Mandy C.
“Sarah doesn’t just train dogs—she understands them. Petey learned so much, and so did we. She’s a true teacher.”
– Mandy C.
“We were overwhelmed with a new puppy and an aging dog—Sarah brought calm, clarity, and transformation in just one week.”
Diane M.
“We were overwhelmed with a new puppy and an aging dog—Sarah brought calm, clarity, and transformation in just one week.”
Diane M.
“We were overwhelmed with a new puppy and an aging dog—Sarah brought calm, clarity, and transformation in just one week.”
Diane M.
“Our dog came home from Sarah’s program social, responsive, and full of joy. The training notes made follow-up so easy.”
– Barbara B.
“Our dog came home from Sarah’s program social, responsive, and full of joy. The training notes made follow-up so easy.”
– Barbara B.
“Our dog came home from Sarah’s program social, responsive, and full of joy. The training notes made follow-up so easy.”
– Barbara B.
“With Sarah’s help, our dog stopped lunging and started greeting new people with ease. She gave us our peace back.”
- Vanessa C.
“With Sarah’s help, our dog stopped lunging and started greeting new people with ease. She gave us our peace back.”
- Vanessa C.
“With Sarah’s help, our dog stopped lunging and started greeting new people with ease. She gave us our peace back.”
- Vanessa C.
“Every session left us more connected to our dog—and to each other. Sarah’s guidance was exactly what we needed.”
Helen B.
“Every session left us more connected to our dog—and to each other. Sarah’s guidance was exactly what we needed.”
Helen B.
“Every session left us more connected to our dog—and to each other. Sarah’s guidance was exactly what we needed.”
Helen B.