CLASSES
At Mini-Bon we offer a variety of classes and private lessons. Please see our
class schedule for upcoming dates. Class descriptions can be found at the bottom.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Click Here for a schedule of January 2026 Classes
CLASSÂ DESCRIPTION
Puppy Obedience Class:
This class is generally for puppies between the ages of 12 weeks to 6 months old. A few of the topics covered in the course will be socializing your puppy, nipping and bite inhibition, beginning obedience (sit, down, stay, and come), discussion on nail clipping and teeth cleaning, plus use of small obstacles for confidence building. Puppies must have Rabies vaccine to attend classes.
Building on Basic Obedience (Beginner level)
This class is for dogs 6 months and over. The course will consist of teaching the sit, down, stay, and come when called and walking on a loose leash, along with control and manners. All exercises will be done on a leash.
Introduction /Novice Rally:
This course will focus on preparing dogs for competition Rally Obedience. Basic heeling and exposure to all the Novice Rally Obedience signs will be covered. Dogs must be able to focus and walk on a loose leash on your left side, sit , down, stand and stay. All dogs must be non reactive.
Competition (Beginner Novice Obedience Skills):
This class will introduce heeling, figure eights, sits, downs, recall, fronts and finishes. You will learn all the skills needed to compete in Beginner Novice and Novice Obedience. It will also improve your Rally skills.
Intermediate / Advanced Rally:
This class will continue to expand your dog’s skills in Novice Rally and introduce signs and skills for Intermediate Rally. You and your dog will be preparing for competition in Novice and Intermediate Rally.
CGC and Therapy dog class
This class will help prepare you and your dog to take the AKC Canine Good Citizenship test and the Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dog test.
Foundation Skills for Agility:
This class will expose you and your dog to the ground work and skills needed to begin Agility.
Acting Class:
This is for all dogs who have obedience control and know basic commands, and are non aggressive. It is a very fun, high activity and very challenging course for both dog and handler. It will also focus on the skills needed to pass the AKC Trick dog tests.​​​​
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PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS AND RING RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL (919)770-4861 FOR MORE INFORMATION.