Dog Training Classes
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Group Training Classes
Your pet(s) will work in small groups to learn new behaviors, correct old habits and prepare for new situations. Group classes are offered in a 3-week series or single sessions.
Our group behavior and training series are 3 weeks long and allow you to create, observe and sustain positive behaviors in your pet.
Our single-session classes aim to work on improving specific behaviors and getting your pet ready and trained to excel in scenarios that are common issues for them.
Upcoming Dog Training Classes
AWA has affordable dog training classes that have helped thousands of pets and their owners in South Jersey and beyond correct the most common behavior challenges they face.
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September Training Classes
Well Mannered Dog
$109
Do you have a dog that needs basic training? Is the only thing he knows sit? The well-mannered dog is the class for you. We will cover, sit, down, stay, focus, recall, walking, and more.
- 1-hour class
- Each Saturday, Sept. 6th-20th
Well Mannered Dog 2
$109
Do you have a dog that needs basic training? Is the only thing he knows sit? The well-mannered dog is the class for you. We will cover, sit, down, stay, focus, recall, walking, and more.
- 1-hour class
- Each Saturday, Sept. 6th-20th
Puppy 101
$109
In this class, we will focus on basic obedience training. You will learn how to teach your puppy sit, down, stay, walking on a leash, sit for greeting, hand targeting and recall.
- 3 1-hour classes
- Each Tuesday, Sept. 9th-23rd
Well Mannered Dog
$109
Do you have a dog that needs basic training? Is the only thing he knows sit? The well-mannered dog is the class for you. We will cover, sit, down, stay, focus, recall, walking, and more.
- 1-hour class
- Each Saturday, Sept. 6th-20th
Puppy 101
$109
In this class, we will focus on basic obedience training. You will learn how to teach your puppy sit, down, stay, walking on a leash, sit for greeting, hand targeting and recall.
- 3 1-hour classes
- Each Sunday, Sept. 14th-28th
Puppy 102
$109
This class is a follow-up class to Puppy 101 builds on foundational skills to continue your puppy's progress toward their behavioral goals.
- 3 1-hour classes
- Each Sunday, Sept. 14th-28th
Meet the Instructors
Abby Pukenas
Hi! My name is Abby and I am the Behavior Assistant here at the Animal Welfare Association.
I’m a lover of all animals! I have been working primarily with dogs in a professional training setting for over 4 years and I am currently studying at CATCH Trainers Academy to further my education.
I am always curious and eager to learn everything I can about animals to help better understand them. Learning about and helping animals is my passion!
Jenna Barrett
Hi! I’m Jenna, I’m one of the behavior assistants here at Animal Welfare Association.
Since starting a career in the shelter world in 2022, I’ve been devoted to learning everything I can about animal behavior and training. My goal is to become CPDT-KA certified and to continue learning about and understanding animals.
I have three fur babies; two dogs (one of which is an AWA foster fail) and a very needy cat. In my free time I enjoy being at home with my dogs, hiking, and collecting oddities.