Dog Training Classes

Group Class Locations

You will find most of our in-person classes on our full day of group classes on Sundays. We also have some classes on weekday evenings and Saturdays, primarily during the spring/summer/fall when the weather allows us to be outdoors.

Sunday classes at The Light of Dog Farm

Our Sunday sessions are held at our farm in Sedalia with many benefits to class attendees.

We have an indoor area with shock absorbing anti-fatigue flooring for inclement weather and an outdoor securely fenced area.

Class attendees are free to explore our farm prior to or following class with their dogs. We have trails to hike and benches to sit and enjoy the views. Dogs can enjoy all the smells found out in the country.

Please click here to learn more about our farm and what you can do on your visits to our location.

Weekday Evening and Saturday Sessions

Our in-person weekday classes are typically on Tuesday evenings or Saturday afternoons, held near C470 & Santa Fe and are held outdoors in the spring/summer/fall.

Does Your Schedule or other Factors Prevent You From Attending a Scheduled Class?

We have two options:

  1. The Basic Dog Training Online Course PLUS Drop In Session.  Attendees of this course receive immediate access to the Basic Training Online Course PLUS one drop-in class session with Sue to help answer any questions or troubleshoot any problems you are having with the course topics. This option covers Puppy Preschool and Basic Training classes only. The Online Course can be done any time on your own schedule.
  2. The Basic Dog Training Online course includes videos, handouts and worksheets accessible online.  Please click here for more details.

Group Classes Offered

Our complete group class offering is listed below, with registration instructions and links to our group class schedule. Click the class name to see more information.

Puppy Preschool

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

Save by purchasing the Puppy Preschool Package.  Details in the tab immediately following.  

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card.
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

If you are registering for an online live video streaming class, the link will be provided to you in your purchase receipt.

How would you like to get faster and better results with your puppy preschool class? Click here to learn about Client Corner for Puppy Preschool.

Save by purchasing the Puppy Preschool Package.  Details in the tab immediately following. 

Class Information

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown; practicing since 1996; Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants; Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers; and author of 2 books on dog training.  
  • Class sizes limited to 5 puppies so it will not be overwhelming for your pup.
  • No need to wait! Classes are designed to join at any time if space is available.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

For puppies 8 weeks to 5 months of age.

  • Learn impulse control (self-control) exercises and basic manners.
  • Learn basic cues, including: sit, down, come, wait, and leave it.
  • Learn effective techniques for housetraining, crate training, nipping, and chewing.
  • Learn to prevent and problem-solve future issues that might arise.
  • Breaks are allowed for puppies to socialize and play.
  • Learn to differentiate appropriate play from potential problems.

Puppy Preschool Curriculum:

  • Session 1: socialization, intro to training, taking treats gently, name recognition, sit.
  • Session 2: socialization, handling, nipping/mouthing, watch me and down.
  • Session 3: socialization, to your bed/crate, food bowl exercise and come.
  • Session 4: socialization, loose leash walking and come.
  • Session 5: socialization, door waits, drop it, come and loose leash walking.
  • Session 6: socialization, leave it, come and loose leash walking.
  • Session 7: socialization, other impulse control exercises, leave it, come and loose leash walking.

Clickers, if you decide to use them, are extra. ($2 with wrist coil).

Get a package discount when you purchase several of our training-support products along with the Puppy Preschool 7-Session Puppy Dog Training Class.

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card.
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$275.00Add to cart

How would you like to get faster and better results with your puppy preschool class? Click here to learn about Client Corner for Puppy Preschool.

Here's what's included:

  • Puppy Preschool 7-session Puppy Dog Training Class.  Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown; practicing since 1996; Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants; Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog DogTreats_Jar_cropped_120Trainers; and author of 2 books on dog training. Class sizes are limited to 5 puppies so it will not be overwhelming for the puppies and so you get individual attention from Sue.
  • Bulk package (7.5-ounces dried weight in a 32-ounce glass jar) of our Peak Power Dog Treats that we created and produce. We were so disappointed with commercial treat choices that we decided to create our own training treats, which Sue uses for all of her training. Our treats are balanced in the right proportions that mirrors the dog ancestral diet, with grass fed muscle meats, grass fed organ meats, organic vegetables and organic fruits. You do not have to worry about feeding your dogs too many of our treats, which is not the case for other commercial products. There is nothing else added…no growth hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, sugar, grains, preservatives, stabilizers or antioxidants. Everything is sourced and made in the USA – our meat comes directly from grass fed only ranches that we personally inspect and we grow some of our vegetables and fruits for our treats. We produce in small batches – each batch is 18 pounds – in our own USDA licensed kitchen on our farm. Our treats are very flavorful to dogs, which means you do not have to use much to give your dog a powerful reward during your training sessions. So, a full jar of our Peak Power Dog Treats will last you a while.  
  • Our Power Tugs Natural Fiber Dog Tug Toy that we created and produce. These make a great item to redirect puppies to bite at the toy and not you. Environmentally friendly natural fiber product made from Bamboo and Hemp, not petroleum-based fleece; not dyed, adding environmental impact, but the natural color of the bamboo/hemp weave; long enough for you to hold in your hand and let dangle to the floor – approximately 45 inches, or almost 4-feet in length; soft on the mouth, flexible (with some give to it) and strong at the same time; handmade in Colorado; these can be used for any dogs who like to play tug or simply chase moving objects. We especially recommend these for puppies who like to nip, play tug, and/or make “puppy attacks” on you!

If your schedule prevents you from attending classes, consider this option.  Attendees of this course receive immediate access to the Basic Training Online Course PLUS one drop-in class session with Sue to help answer any questions or troubleshoot any problems you are having with the course topics.

Drop-in sessions are held on Sundays at The Light of Dog Farm. Upcoming scheduled sessions can be found on our Group Class Schedule. We typically hold sessions once per month.  Sessions must be used within 6-months of purchase of the Basic Training Online Course PLUS Drop In Session.

When you act now, you will get instant access to videos, handouts and worksheets to my Basic Dog Training Online Course, which includes the following:

  1. Understanding the difference between a well-trained and well-behaved dog and why that matters;
  2. Helping you work through a base level of understanding about your dog to be able to set realistic goals and expectations using our downloadable worksheet;
  3. Learning how management is critical to changing your dog’s behavior;
  4. Using the training techniques that will help you understand how dogs learn, why they do what they do, and how to effectively train them;
  5. Learning how to work through typical puppy topics such as housetraining, crate training, chewing and nipping;
  6. Understanding the four core foundation behaviors that form the basis for all other training;
  7. Helping your dog to control their impulses and learn self control as well as teaching them to come when called and great leash manners.
  8. LIFETIME ACCESS

…and much more.

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. This option is only available for dogs who do not have aggression issues.
  2. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the drop-in session you want to attend.
  3. When you are ready, please contact us to schedule your drop-in session.
  4. Please read this before you come to your drop-in session.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of credit card.

$150.00Add to cart

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Basic Training

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Save by purchasing the Basic Training Package. Details in the tab immediately following.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card.
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

If you are registering for an online live video streaming class, the link will be provided to you in your purchase receipt.

How would you like to get faster and better results with your basic training class? Click here to learn about Client Corner for Basic Training.

Save by purchasing the Basic Training Package.  Details in the tab immediately following.

After you click “Add to cart” you can click here to checkout or just keep shopping if you are not ready to checkout.  This selection will remain in the shopping cart.  

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 4 dogs so it will not be overwhelming.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

This class is for dogs 5 months of age and older. This series of classes will cover:

  • Intro to Dog Body Language. No dogs are allowed at this class. You will learn how to better read what your dog and other dogs are communicating to those around them. This will help you to better understand and work with your own dog, and to be better able to pick up on early signs of potential problems.
  • Intro to Dog Training. We will begin training our dogs with response to name, sit, down, and focus exercises. Dogs should attend this class. These are the Foundation Behaviors that are the first steps to everything else we will work on throughout class.
  • Intro to Basic Manners. This class introduces you and your dog to good manners and polite behaviors, such as polite greetings with visitors, sit/wait at doorways, polite ways to request attention rather than demand it, and others as time allows.
  • Leash Manners.  We will discuss why dogs pull, why it is so difficult to stop, and what you can do about it. We will discuss and practice several methods for teaching your dog not to pull on leash.
  • Come! One of the most important things you can teach your dog is to come when you call him. We will discuss how to teach your dog to reliably come to you every time you call and not only when there is nothing more interesting going on.
  • Stay. Teaching our dogs to stay can help with a number of issues, including helping overactive or easily excitable dogs to learn to calm down, impulsive dogs to control their impulses, and all dogs to safely remain in place while you handle an urgent or unsafe situation. We will work on teaching the dogs a reliable stay.
  • Working with Distractions. We often hear the complaint that a dog will work as long as there are no distractions around or that a dog will work only when “she feels like it.” In many of these cases, the dog has not had enough training in dealing with distractions and working despite whatever distractions there are. This class will help you to help your dog learn to work despite any distractions.

One of Sue's specialties is working with retired racing greyhounds. We offer a 10% discount for greyhounds adopted through Colorado Greyhound Adoption. Please contact us for the discount code if you are paying with a credit card.

Get a package discount when you purchase several of our training-support products along with the Basic Training 7-Session Dog Training Class.

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card.
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$270.00Add to cart

How would you like to get faster and better results with your basic training class? Click here to learn about Client Corner for Basic Training.

Here's what's included:

  • Basic Training 7-session Dog Training Class for adult dogs 5-months and older.  Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown; practicing since DogTreats_Jar_cropped_1201996; Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants; Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers; and author of 2-books on dog training. Class sizes are limited to 4-dogs so it will not be overwhelming for them and so you get individual attention from Sue.
  • Bulk package (7.5-ounces dried weight in a 32-ounce glass jar) of our Peak Power Dog Treats that we created and produce. We were so disappointed with commercial treat choices that we decided to create our own training treats, which Sue uses for all of her training. Our treats are balanced in the right proportions that mirrors the dog ancestral diet, with grass fed muscle meats, grass fed organ meats, organic vegetables and organic fruits. You do not have to worry about feeding your dogs too many of our treats, which is not the case for other commercial products. There is nothing else added…no growth hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, sugar, grains, preservatives, stabilizers or antioxidants. Everything is sourced and made in the USA – our meat comes directly from grass fed only ranches that we personally inspect and we grow some of our vegetables and fruits for our treats. We produce in small batches – each batch is 18 pounds – in our own USDA licensed kitchen on our farm. Our treats are very flavorful to dogs, which means you do not have to use much to give your dog a powerful reward during your training sessions. So, a full jar of our Peak Power Dog Treats will last you a while.  
  • Our book, Juvenile Delinquent Dogs: It's the complete guide to saving your sanity and successfully living with your adolescent dog, and nominated for a Maxwell Medallion by the Dog Writers Association of America, in the category of Books-Care, Health, Training, Behavior JuvenileDog_Final_Front_4d_CC7

If your schedule prevents you from attending classes, consider this option.  Attendees of this course receive immediate access to the Basic Training Online Course PLUS one drop-in class session with Sue to help answer any questions or troubleshoot any problems you are having with the course topics.

Drop-in sessions are held on Sundays at The Light of Dog Farm. Upcoming scheduled sessions can be found on our Group Class Schedule. We typically hold sessions once per month.  Sessions must be used within 6-months of purchase of the Basic Training Online Course PLUS Drop In Session.

When you act now, you will get instant access to videos, handouts and worksheets to my Basic Dog Training Online Course, which includes the following:

  1. Understanding the difference between a well-trained and well-behaved dog and why that matters;
  2. Helping you work through a base level of understanding about your dog to be able to set realistic goals and expectations using our downloadable worksheet;
  3. Learning how management is critical to changing your dog’s behavior;
  4. Using the training techniques that will help you understand how dogs learn, why they do what they do, and how to effectively train them;
  5. Learning how to work through typical puppy topics such as housetraining, crate training, chewing and nipping;
  6. Understanding the four core foundation behaviors that form the basis for all other training;
  7. Helping your dog to control their impulses and learn self control as well as teaching them to come when called and great leash manners.
  8. LIFETIME ACCESS

…and much more.

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. This option is only available for dogs who do not have aggression issues.
  2. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the drop-in session you want to attend.
  3. When you are ready, please contact us to schedule your drop-in session.
  4. Please read this before you come to your drop-in session.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of credit card.

$150.00Add to cart

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Socialization

  • PLEASE NOTE: We are not offering Puppy Recess at this time.
  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Classes meet one hour each week.

Puppy Recess is for puppies 8 weeks to 5 months of age. We occasionally allow small breed dogs over 5 months who play well with puppies with Trainer approval.

  • This is an opportunity for puppies to socialize and play in a safe environment. This type of interaction is important for puppies to learn proper social skills with other dogs. Puppies that do not learn proper social skills can get into trouble later or develop serious dog-dog issues.
  • Learn to differentiate appropriate play and social behavior from potential problems.
  • You must supply proof of current age-appropriate vaccinations. Please check with your veterinarian if you are unsure of appropriate vaccinations.
  • No reservations necessary. Just show up with your puppy!

Cost is $5 per 1-hour session per dog, payable in cash at the start of Puppy Recess.  

For the schedule of Puppy Recess sessions, please check the group class schedulePLEASE NOTE: We are not offering Puppy Recess at this time. 

  • Please NOTE: we are not offering Canine Social Hour at this time.
  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.

Canine Social Hour is for dogs over 5 months of age and who play well with other dogs.

  • Canine Social Hour is an opportunity for dogs to gather, play, and socialize in a safe environment. The main focus of this hour is to allow the dogs time to socialize with other dogs.
  • This is also an opportunity for humans to learn what is and is not appropriate dog-dog play and social behavior.
  • Dogs must be current on vaccinations. You must bring proof of current vaccinations.
  • Your dog must play well with others to attend these sessions. If you are unsure, please speak with the Trainer before you arrive for a session. If your dog is aggressive or otherwise inappropriate with the other dogs, you will be asked to leave the session.
  • Canine Social Hour will only be held if we are able to meet outdoors. In the case of inclement weather, these sessions will not be held.
  • No reservations necessary. Just show up with your dog!

Cost is $5 per 1-hour session per dog, payable in cash at the start of Canine Social Hour.

For the schedule of Canine Social Hour sessions, please check the group class schedule. Please NOTE: Canine Social Hour is not being offered at this time.

Social Walks:

  • Please NOTE: We are not holding Social Walks at this time.
  • For dogs of any age who get along well with other dogs and other people.
  • Pre-registration is required.
  • These are not training sessions. These are an opportunity to take your dog for a social walk with other friendly dogs and their people.
  • In the case of inclement weather, these walks will not be held.

We also hold open house sessions at The Light of Dog Farm for current and past clients and their dogs. Please subscribe to our newsletter to be notified about dates and times or check the group class and events schedulePlease NOTE: We are not holding Social Walks at this time.

No charge.

Please subscribe to our newsletter to be notified about dates, times and locations.

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Juvenile Delinquents: Mind Your Manners

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

If you are registering for an online live video streaming class, the link will be provided to you in your purchase receipt.

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Juvenile Delinquents: Mind Your Manners is a class for adolescent dogs between 5 months and 2 years of age (or those who just act like adolescents). This class is designed as the next step after Puppy Preschool or Basic Training. The adolescent stage can be a difficult one which is why most dogs you see in shelters are adolescent dogs. This class is specifically to help you get through the initial stages with your “teenager”!

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Dog Parkour

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Dog Parkour is an adaptation of parkour for humans. Sometimes called urban agility, participants utilize their environment to navigate. That might includes walls, trees, benches, or anything else in the environment to jump on or over, vault over, swing under, etc. Think of it like agility but with whatever equipment is already in the environment rather than needing special agility equipment.

This class can help dogs develop better conditioning, learn new skills and have some fun.

Pre-requisite: dogs must have completed at least Basic Training, preferably at least one other advanced class. Dogs must be in good health. Just as in regular agility, dogs can be injured so we want to start out in good shape and be aware of the risks. Some off-leash reliability is also very helpful.

Therapy Dog Class

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Therapy Dogs Class is for those working toward their dogs becoming therapy dogs. Do you think your dog would make a good therapy dog? Are you not sure? This class will give you a good assessment of whether you and your dog might make a good team for therapy work. This class will also help you work on the skills your dog will need before you go for evaluation with whatever group you intend to work.

Sue will be teaching this class and Alyce Blevins and her partner Finn, a Bouvier des Flandres, will be helping. Alyce and Finn have been a working therapy team for the past 6+ years. Their first work as a team was as a part of the Prescription Pet program at Children's Hospital. After a year they began Hope2working with children and adolescents who suffer complex trauma and have spent the last 5+ years working at Devereux Denver and the Denver Children's Advocacy Center. In 2014 they became members of HOPE, a national canine crisis response group. Later that same year Riley, an Old English Sheepdog, was added to the team. Alyce, along with Finn and Riley worked the Aurora Theater Shooting trial, and received an award from the Arapaho County District Attorney for their work with victims and survivors. A Pet Partner team since 2011, Alyce is also a Therapy Team evaluator and a strong advocate for the work of dogs in all fields.

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Intermediate Training

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Mastered the basics and ready to take your training to the next level?

  • Learn to achieve better reliability under increasing distraction for leash manners, stay, come and others.
  • Learn or continue to perfect Heel.
  • Other exercises and cues as time allows and based on class participant needs or requests.
  • Dogs must have completed Basic Training or equivalent. Juvenile Delinquents Class is also highly recommended.

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Polite Pooches in Public

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$250.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class size is limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.
  • Classes are held at various dog-friendly public locations in Littleton and Highlands Ranch.

This class is for those who have done the Basics and want to practice in the real world! We will meet at dog-friendly locations to practice your dog’s polite behavior and social skills.

Dogs must have completed Basic Training or equivalent; Juvenile Delinquents or Intermediate is also highly recommended.

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Distracted Dogs

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 4 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Distracted Dogs is a class for adolescent or adult dogs who are doing well with training when there are no distractions around but seem impossible to work with when there are any distractions. This class is not intended to teach the basic sit, down, come and stay. This class is designed to help you teach your dog to focus on you no matter what distractions are present.

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Feisty Fido/Reactive Dogs

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$250.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for
  • Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 4 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

This class is for dogs who are reactive toward other dogs while on leash. Reactivity could include such behaviors as barking, whining, growling, pulling toward, lunging at, hiding from or trying to run from other dogs. Some of these dogs are fine off leash with other dogs. Some are not. Some dogs are simply excited and want to play. Some dogs would fight with other dogs given the chance. Others are insecure and afraid of other dogs. Regardless of the underlying cause of the displayed behaviors, our goal is to help our dogs feel better about the situation and learn how to make better choices in the presence of other dogs.

Dogs must have completed a minimum of a Behavior Consultation with the Trainer and received permission from the Trainer in order to participate in this class.

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Rally Obedience for Fun

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

For dogs 5 months and older

Looking for fun ways to train, exercise, entertain and interact with your dog? This is an introduction to Rally Obedience. While the competitive bug might hit you, this is also a great way to have fun training your dog for a reliable sit, down, stay, heel, and come. The emphasis is on heeling and more importantly, having FUN and being positive with your dog!

Dogs must have completed Puppy Preschool, Basic Training or equivalent. Completion of Juvenile Delinquents or Intermediate Training is also highly recommended.

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Fun & Games

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

Looking for fun ways to train, exercise, entertain and interact with your dog? Are you and your dog tired of the same old sits, downs, and stays? Our Fun & Games Class will introduce you to fun ways to incorporate training, fun and games together. We will introduce you to agility, rally, tricks training, nosework, and other fun ways to interact and build a stronger bond between you and your dog.

Dogs must have completed Puppy Preschool, Basic Training or equivalent. Completion of Juvenile Delinquents is also recommended.

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Get Fit Class

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$150.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for four weeks.

Looking for fun ways to get or help keep your dog fit? Whether your dog competes in dog sports, is highly active, plays hard, or even just likes to be a couch potato, it’s just as important for our dogs as it is for us to build and maintain flexibility and strength. This course will help you find fun ways to help keep your dog injury free and stay fit.

For dogs of any age.

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The Nose Knows

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$150.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for four weeks.

Looking for fun and different ways to keep your dog active and burning off energy? Winter weather and shorter daylight hours can make it especially difficult to burn off your dog’s energy during the winter months, though fun ways to burn off energy are good for any time of the year. This class is less about “obedience” training and more about teaching your dog to put his nose to work. Some dogs are naturals, others could use some help learning to use their noses better. This class focuses on a variety of nosework and scenting activities to help your dog have fun and burn off energy.

For dogs of any age.

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Rabbit Recall

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$150.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for four weeks.

What is a “rabbit recall”? Do you wish your dog would respond as quickly and reliably to you as he does every time he sees a rabbit – or squirrel or another dog or whatever it is that gets him so excited he can’t think about anything else? You’ve seen how focused and fast your dog can be – now let’s get that same response when you call your dog!

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Tricks For Treats

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$75.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 6 dogs.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for two weeks.

We will learn basic skills for shaping behaviors and targeting and how these methods can be used to teach a variety of tricks or other fun skills. We will work on a variety of tricks such as roll over, shake, spin, crawl, and others.

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Dogs Unleashed

To register for this class, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the class you want and if there is space available.
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN CLASS. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Group Class Registration Form here. PLEASE COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

$225.00Add to cart

  • Individualized attention from highly-experienced trainer Sue Brown, practicing since 1996, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and author of 2 books on dog training.
  • Class sizes limited to 4 dogs so it will not be overwhelming.
  • Classes meet one hour per week for seven weeks.

For dogs who responds well on leash and now you'd like the same reliability off-leash. Focus will be on the Basic Training cues, only this time off-leash.

Pre-requisite: Dogs must perform basic cues reasonably well on leash (sit, down, come, stay/wait, leave it, watch me, loose leash walking) and get along well off leash with other dogs of all sizes.

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Shock Free Rattlesnake Avoidance Training

To register for this workshop, please do the following:

  1. Check the Group Class Schedule to find the Workshop (under Events and Workshops at The Light of Dog Farm) and check for spaces available. Sorry, this workshop scheduled for June 13th is FULL. No more spaces are available.  
  2. PAYMENT IN FULL WILL RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN THE WORKSHOP. Payment options are below.
  3. Complete the Shock Free Rattlesnake Avoidance Training Registration Form. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE FORM IN ADDITION TO MAKING PAYMENT.
  4. Please Read This Before You Come To Class.

We will confirm receipt of your registration and payment. If you have not received confirmation within 24 hours, please contact us.

Payment Options

  • Payment is accepted in the form of check, money order, or credit card
  • If you are paying by check or money order, please make payable to The Light of Dog and send to our mailing address.

The Light of Dog is hosting Amy Hughes-Creaven of Trust Your Dog Training for this workshop.

Come teach your dog not only how to AVOID rattlesnakes but to ALERT you to the danger!

  • No shock collars used
  • Simulated snakes only
  • Learn how to be safe in snake country

Working Spot (bringing your dog)

$100.00Add to cart

Semi-Private Custom Classes

Can’t seem to find the right class for you? Current schedule doesn’t allow you to attend the class you want? Class is across town and you want something closer? Recruit your friends or neighbors and contact us about scheduling your very own class!

  • What: choose from our current classes, or ask us about designing a class just for you.
  • Location: your home or a nearby appropriate location.
  • When: fit to your schedule.
  • Cost: will depend upon the details of the class.
  • Pre-requisite: we must have at least 3 dogs committed to the class. No refunds can be given once class has started.