Washington Humane Society Behavior & Learning Center
Consultations and classes for Cats and Dogs and the people who love them

The Washington Humane Society’s Behavior & Learning Center is dedicated to providing people and their animals the tools they need to succeed in lasting, successful relationships.

Our Behavior Counselors and experienced Trainers practice humane, motivational methods of training offered through private counseling, group classes, and behavioral workshops. Keep in mind: your family cat has a lot he can learn as well!

Dogs: Sessions are offered weekdays at our Behavior & Learning Center, located at 7315 Georgia Ave. N.W. By Appointment Only!
Our counselors can coach you to better manage and/or modify your dog’s behavior in:
• Separation Anxiety
• Leash Lunging
• Timidity
• Aggression Concerns
• Multiple Dog Concerns
Individual counseling sessions last between 60 - 75 minutes for a fee of $150.00 (additional time pro-rated)

Cats: Private sessions are offered weekdays over the phone or in person at the National Capital Area Spay & Neuter Center. Whether by phone or in person, consultations are By Appointment Only!
Our consultants can coach you to better understand, manage or modify your cat’s behavior in:
• Litter Box Aversion
• Aggression Concerns
• Scratching Behavior
• Introducing a New Pet
• Carrier Fears
Individual counseling sessions last between 45 – 60 minutes for a fee of $75.00

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Obedience Training
Is your dog pulling you down the street or jumping-up on you or your guests? A formal obedience education may be just the answer you are looking for. Private obedience lessons, taught by experienced trainers using humane, motivational methods of training, are offered weekdays at our Behavior & Learning Center, located at 7315 Georgia Ave. N.W. By Appointment Only!

Our trainers can assist you and your dog in:
• Proper Manners
• Specific Obedience
• Parlor Tricks
• Clicker Training
• Competitive Obedience AKC
• CGC (Canine Good Citizen)
• TDI (Therapy Dog International)

Individual training sessions:
60 minute sessions $100.00
30 minute sessions $ 50.00

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Group Classes are now forming for both cats and dogs at the Washington Humane Society’s Behavior & Learning Center. Classes are taught in a reward based, positive learning environment where your cat or dog will practice new skills while having fun!

Group classes for both cats and dogs begin with a training orientation for the pet owner. Orientation prepares the family with what to expect from their pet during class as well as offer insight on animal learning theory and proper social development. Orientations are for humans only and there is a one time attendance fee of $25.00 per pet.

After orientation, participants will have the option of signing up for a 4-week training course, specific for their pet’s age and species. The 4-week packages are competitively priced at $100.00/$125.00 per pet. Upon completion of the 4-week course, participants will have the option of continuing their pet’s education by either enrolling in a 2nd training course (CGC Prep, Clicker, Agility Obstacles, etc.) or attending any one of our many single serving workshops where the student can select from a menu of classes expressly targeting their individual needs.

Unlike traditional training classes, many of these single serving workshops will include discussion periods where you can sit as a group and resolve common behavioral problems.

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Upcoming Orientations

Puppy (10 – 20 weeks of age)
Puppy Orientation is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28th, 2009, from 6:30 pm– 8:30 pm for a fee of $25.00 and pre-registration is required and limited on a first come – first serve basis.

The (4) four-week Puppy Class package will be held Saturdays from 11am - 12noon:
Saturday, January 31st
Saturday, February 7th
Saturday, February 14th
Saturday, February 21st
For registration details please contact askthetrainer@washhumane.org

Dog (6 mos. and above)
Orientation for our Good Manners group classes for dogs 6 months of age and above, just starting out with training, is scheduled for Thursday, January 29th, 2009, from 6:30 pm– 8:30 pm for a fee of $25.00 and pre-registration is required and limited on a first come – first serve basis.

The (4) four-week Good Manners package will be held Saturdays from 1pm - 2pm:
Saturday, January 31st
Saturday, February 7th
Saturday, February 14th
Saturday, February 21st
For registration details please contact askthetrainer@washhumane.org

Kitten (8 - 16 weeks of age)
There are currently no group classes on schedule for kittens at this time. Please continue to monitor our website for information on upcoming kitten classes.

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Vaccinations
DOGS:
All dogs must be current on their DHLPP and Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccines by the first class. Dogs over 4 months of age must also be current with their Rabies vaccination.

CATS:
All cats must be current on their FVRCP vaccines by the first class. Cats over 3 months of age must also be current with their Rabies vaccination.

If you adopted your pet from us, it does not mean that he or she will have all the vaccinations needed for class, so please check ahead of time. Be sure to bring your vaccination records with you to the first class!

Guardians/Handlers must be at least 18 years old and children under 10 are not permitted to attend class. Class size is limited!

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Upcoming Seminars
There are currently no seminars scheduled at this time. Please continue to monitor our website for information on upcoming workshops and seminars slated for Spring and Summer of 2009!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Have a Question or Concern Right Now?

You can email us your feline or canine related behavior questions to: askthetrainer@washhumane.org

Emails are checked Monday-Friday. You should receive a reply within 24-48 hours.

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Behavior & Learning Center, 7315 Georgia Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20012 - 202-723-5730 (ext. 122)