GROUP CLASSES
Puppy (8 to 18 weeks)
Class Descriptions
Amiable offers classes specially designed for puppies who are UNDER 15 weeks of age. “House Puppy” and “Obedience Puppy” are 45 minutes each for three consecutive weeks; or 90 minutes WEEKLY if you enroll in “Puppy Combo.” Classes are held at the same time (and location) and can be taken simultaneously (highly recommended); or individually. See schedule.
Class meets weekly (45 minutes) over three consecutive weeks at same time/location. COVERS manners • etiquette • social skills • accepting grooming and handling • car riding • preventing and stopping JUMPING AND STEALING. Learn the best ways to house break, crate train, and control nipping/chewing/excessive barking. To attend for 90 minutes each week, enroll in “Puppy Combo.” See schedule.
Class meets weekly (45 minutes) over three consecutive weeks at same time/location. Teach your puppy to walk nicely on a leash and come at a distance. COVERS listening to sit, down, and come without treats, and introduction to boundary/curb training. To attend for 90 minutes each week, enroll in “Puppy Combo”. See schedule.
Enrollment
“Puppy Combo” MILWAUKEE ($398)
(MOST Popular)
“Puppy Combo” HONOLULU ($398)
(MOST Popular)
“House Puppy” MILWAUKEE ($249)
“House Puppy” HONOLULU ($249)
“Obedience Puppy” MILWAUKEE ($249)
“Obedience Puppy” HONOLULU ($249)
Quick Start Intensive (4 months and up)
- Four 45 min classes (2 per week)
- One workshop
- Start-fast or refresh prior training
- For dogs four months and up
- No class prerequisites
Class Description
Quickly and effectively train your dog. Intensive fast-start program will give you the confidence to seamlessly include your dog in more of everything you do. Learn new strategies for improving daily interactions suited to your lifestyle, environment and dog’s character. Start-fast or refresh your skills from prior training. See schedule.
Enrollment
“Quick-Start Intensive” ($398)
Two-Week Companion Dog Training MILWAUKEE
“Quick-Start Intensive” ($398)
Two-Week Companion Dog Training HONOLULU
Essential Basics (4 months and up)
Robin
Class Description
Designed for dogs who are four months to twelve years in age – it’s never too late to start! Class meets weekly (45 minutes) for FOUR consecutive weeks at same time/location. COVERS teaching your dog to walk perfectly on leash; listening to the first command around distractions; developing great social skills with people and animals; problem solving for any situation. See schedule.
Enrollment
“Essential Basics” MILWAUKEE ($319)
(MOST Popular)
“Essential Basics” HONOLULU ($319)
(MOST Popular)
Mastering Basics (follows Essential Basics)
Angela
Class Description
Builds on foundation of “Essential Basics”. Class meets weekly (45 minutes) for FOUR consecutive weeks at same time/location. COVERS • mastering sit, stay, come, and down at a distance • respecting doorways, curbs and boundaries • perfecting heel position • learning brand new commands. See schedule.
Enrollment
“Mastering Basics” MILWAUKEE ($249)
“Mastering Basics” HONOLULU ($249)
PRIVATE LESSONS
In Your Home (private lesson)
Leo/Ginny ★★★★★
“I just had the best walk with both dogs together, probably ever! Met a squirrel, another dog around a corner unexpectedly, and heard a noisy motorcycle and firework (all of these triggers for one or both dogs) and was able to easily manage all obstacles with a sneakaway or jump ahead. I’m so happy and excited to keep working on this!” KERRY
Class Description
Each one hour private lesson is scheduled for your convenience – days, evenings or weekends. Private training rates are the same regardless of how many dogs OR PEOPLE/HUMANS/INDIVIDUALS are involved. Lessons are customized for your needs. Available in Southeast WI (summer) or Honolulu (fall, winter, spring). Please call/text or email to arrange a time.
One hour private lessons provide customized solutions • house soiling • social skills • chewing • barking • walking nicely on a leash • aggression toward people or other dogs • jumping up • separation anxiety • submissive urination • UNIQUE concerns.
Enrollment
“Private Lesson In Home” MILWAUKEE ($398)
“Private Lesson In Home” HONOLULU ($398)
At My Location (private lesson)
Casper, Border Collie ★★★★★
“Casper is so much more well-mannered. We are going for walks now. When I stop, he sits without my having to speak. When I say down, he goes down. Amy, you are one of the nicest (and smartest) ladies I have had the pleasure to meet. You care about our treasured dogs. It comes across in everything you do. The best advertising is a happy customer. Me, Casper and my hubby Brad, definitely are! Thank you, thank you!” NANCY
Class Description
Enrollment
“Private Lesson My Location” MILWAUKEE ($159)
“Private Lesson My Location” HONOLULU ($159)
Online Problem Solving (private lesson)
Thanks to the power of video and screen sharing, personal online problem solving can be more effective (for certain problems) than private training or group classes. If you have a smart phone and can upload video, we’ll view it together via screen share, address problem areas specific to your situation, and work on solutions. We’ll talk three times, about a week apart, for about 30 minutes each time. To discuss your situation [or apply], phone/text Amy Ammen 414-289-7785.
Class Description
Remote on-line dog training is customized for your dog, your family, and your lifestyle:
- includes three live working sessions with Amy Ammen
- you’re able to contact Amy Ammen between lessons if you need clarification about strategies
- there’s no additional cost for multi-pet households
- another friend/neighbor/coworker can ‘piggyback’ on your lesson even when you’re on the mainland and I’m in Hawaii.
Let’s work together and streamline training with YOUR puppy, or adult or elderly dog. If you have behavior concerns about your beloved buddy, I’ve got solutions for: aggressive tendencies, house soiling, over-barking, not listening, leash walking, building confidence. Call or text Amy Ammen (414-289-7785) to ask questions or begin.
Over excitability (at the door, in public, around other animals). Phobias (of noise, people, objects). Stealing (from counters, garbage, closets, laundry…). Destructiveness. Separation anxiety. Possessiveness/guarding (food, humans, locations). Problems grooming, riding in the car, and being handled. If your dog’s issue isn’t listed don’t worry, I can help!
Requirements: 1) Computer, tablet or smartphone. 2) Apply. 3) Take a short video(s) of your dog being naughty or nice (or something in-between). Text video(s) to Amy prior to your first scheduled working session. Application Info: dog’s history, health, household dynamic (pets, people, schedule/physical/environmental challenges), or …?
Enrollment
“Private Training ONLINE Problem Solving” MILWAUKEE ($485)*
*includes three, 30-minute live working sessions
“Private Training ONLINE Problem Solving” HONOLULU ($485)*
*includes three, 30-minute live working sessions
WORKSHOPS
Workshop: Walk This Way, Talk This Way
This “Field Trip” allows us to develop real-world skills and practice in public settings. We meet at a park and walk to a variety of environments. Dogs will learn to walk nicely and listen to the first command. Need to feel more confident handling your dog and teaching him to be mannerly in public settings? Then the Walk This Way, Talk This Way workshop is the way to go!
Workshop: Walk This Way, Talk This Way
Coton, Border Collie mix, Lab, and German Shepherd at Waikiki Walk This Way, Talk This Way LEVEL ONE Workshop
Finn, Tibetan Terrier ★★★★★
People always ask me, “How do you get your dog(s) to behave so well?” It’s easy when you invest in training through Amiable Dog Training! Finn is my 4th dog I’ve trained with Amy, and the results speak for themselves. As a 12 week puppy, he’s already mastering the basic commands, and is well on his way to being a great lifelong companion. Thank you Amy!!!” STEVE
Overview
60 minute workshop covers walking and social skills in a public setting. We’ll also address car riding behavior and anything that makes you apprehensive about having your dog accompany you in social situations. Prerequisite: enrolled in (or completed) Essential Basics or a Private Lesson. See schedule.
Enrollment
“Workshop: Walk This Way, Talk This Way” Milwaukee ($59) for dog, handler, one observer
“Workshop: Walk This Way, Talk This Way” Honolulu ($59) for dog, handler, one observer
CLASS FAQ
HOUSE PUPPY & OBEDIENCE PUPPY CLASSES
- ENROLL NOW… Fool-proof strategies evolve to match your goals, your puppy’s behavior and changing needs.
- However, if your puppy’s health is compromised, OR your puppy is older than 15 weeks on the day class starts, please ph/tx Amy Ammen (414/289/7785) to discuss best options to begin training.
- ENROLL NOW… Want a well-behaved, confident and enjoyable companion who listens well and is cordial in all environments?
- Join Essential Basics and receive personal attention and comprehensive guidance.
- ENROLL NOW… Quick Start Intensive will fast track your training.
- Classes meet twice a week and cover the same material included in Essential Basics in half the time.
- PLUS, following completion of the 4-lessons, the ‘Walk This Way, Talk This Way’ Workshop is included with Quick Start Intensive program.
- ENROLL NOW… Mastering Basics will build on what your dog has learned in Essential Basics.
- Refine your skills (and your dog’s response to commands), and improve the bond you share with your dog.
- ENROLL NOW… Walk This Way Talk This Way 60-minute Workshop is the perfect complement to Essential Basics class.
- We practice walking, commands and social skills in a public setting.
- Simultaneously, we address apprehensions about behavior (and safety) at home, in public, or while traveling.
- ENROLL NOW… Concerned about behavior at home?
- over-barking — house soiling — anxiety about guests or workers entering your property — multi-pet household issues — complex family dynamic? This is the option for you.
- However, if your dog is perfectly well-behaved in your home, check-out the option listed below.
- ENROLL NOW… Want one-on-one with Amy to improve social skills, emotional control, or other concerns?
- Meeting in a challenging environment, allows me to evaluate your dog and guide you.
- Strategies are customized for YOUR dog.
- Contact Amy Ammen between lessons anytime if you need clarification about techniques.
- ENROLL NOW… Remote on-line dog training is tailored for your dog, your family, and your lifestyle.
- Program includes three live working sessions with Amy Ammen.
- Contact Amy Ammen between lessons anytime if you need clarification about techniques.
- There’s no additional cost for multi-pet households.
- Another relative/friend/neighbor/coworker can ‘piggyback’ on your lesson regardless of your location.
- Let’s work together and streamline training with your puppy, your adult dog, or elderly dog.
- If you have behavior concerns about your beloved buddy, I’ve got solutions for any issue — walking on leash, aggressive tendencies, house soiling, over-barking, not listening, building confidence, etc.
- Call or text Amy Ammen (414-289-7785) to ask questions or begin.
Amy discusses what to expect at your first dog training class
Weekly (except for Quick Start Intensive which meets twice a week)
Yes, but text or call anytime to confirm registration and details. 414-289-7785.
What’s YOUR definition of a “trained” dog? Some people have simple goals and others want the ultimate. Also, learning rates vary because both people and dogs have more aptitude in certain areas and less in others. Nonetheless, you’ll likely see marked progress in the first lesson.
Practice about 20-minutes a day. I show you how to incorporate practice into your daily routine in the house, your yard, on walks, and in public. If you are motivated to practice longer than 20-minutes daily, that’s GREAT!
When dogs are super excited, or distracted, or just not hungry enough, treats rarely capture their attention. That’s why I show you how to teach and enforce listening skills using your hands, praise, and leash. BUT, using food in training can be very beneficial; so, when appropriate, I will also show you how to incorporate treats.
Yes! We use an abundance of praise and play. In addition, you’ll never yell at, scold or use multiple commands. Therefore, Amiable techniques bring out your dog’s best qualities.
Arranging make-up classes at no charge is easy. If this isn’t possible due to your schedule, a private lesson can be arranged for an additional fee. Please call/text Amy at (414) 289-7785 and I’ll provide options.
Though many dog training schools offer courses with similar names, agendas, objectives, and techniques, generally their classes vary significantly from Amiable Dog Training. Ph/Tx 414-289-7785 so we can discuss your goals and the best fit.
Classes are offered for dogs eight weeks and up — but it’s never too late! It is very common to have middle age and older dogs enrolled in the Basic class. Older dogs progress as rapidly as puppies.
Don’t worry…most dogs assimilate remarkably well, and I am here to help! However, for dogs who may be aggressive or unusually stimulated by the group class environment, an initial private lesson is recommended and can be arranged in your home or at my locations. During the private lesson we will establish effective ways to gain control around distractions so you build a foundation (and handler confidence) prior to starting group class.
Yes, include anyone you like.
Your dog learns with each interaction. When you react appropriately to your dog’s behavior, he’ll respond quickly. The approach is simple, fun, and immensely rewarding when I introduce you to new, effective, easy strategies.
Primarily, I use physical direction, movement, and praise. Although, sometimes, food is an advisable addition. E-collars are almost never advised, but there are rare exceptions.
You can bring the Waiver & Application for Amiable Dog Training class enrollment the first day of class, text or email to ammen@dogclass.com, or you can fill it out at class.
When you arrive at class, please keep your dog on a short leash unless you are letting him relieve himself outdoors or are instructed to do otherwise. Be respectful of other owner’s and dog’s personal space. Do not allow your dog to rush up and greet another without first asking permission.
Incorporate homework into your daily interactions in the house and yard, on walks, and in public. If you are motivated to practice more than 20-minutes daily, that’s GREAT!
Rabies for dogs four months and older, and combination/DHLPP and bordetella are needed for enrollees. Please bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records with you to your first class — OR email or text the vaccination records.
All are welcome.
Need the address or directions to your training site? Please ph/tx Amy Ammen at 414-289-7785.
Some dogs require more expertise than others. Some owners, on their own, are not able to bring out the best qualities and desirable behavior. You love your dog, and that is a great start, but love is not enough. Allow me to guide you to your goals in the most seamless possible way. After 50 years of handling and showing dogs and helping owners, I evaluate the approach that will be best for you, your dog(s) and household members, and modify techniques based on your results.
Contact Amy
Have a question? Please use this form to contact me about your goals, concerns, pertinent details, physical limitations, dog’s background and other topics.
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Visit my services page and enroll in the group class, private lesson or workshop you’d like to attend. I will contact you upon enrollment and provide additional details.