(14-Adult) Class focuses on how to care and raise a puppy, as well as basic puppy obedience, and follows the AKC Star curriculum. Puppies must be less than a year old and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations. Rabies vaccination is required at 16 weeks. Dogs must attend 6 of the 8 lessons to qualify to take the AKC Star Puppy test. This is not a puppy play group. One handler per dog.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Completion of Fairfax County Dog Obedience 1 or instructor permission. Trick training allows an owner and dog to bond in a creative, fun way and helps improve a dog’s focus, confidence, and impulse control while building on the basic cues learned in Dog Obedience 1. Students will have the opportunity to take the AKC Novice and/or Advanced Trick Dog tests and earn an AKC title. Canine Good Citizen behaviors will also be practiced in class. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and show no signs of aggression.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Obedience I or equivalent. Dogs must have one primary handler for the entire session. This class focuses on basic skills needed to succeed in agility and to make agility a game your dog will love. A minimum of 75% class attendance and contact/target behavior is required for progression. Attendance at first class is mandatory. Dog and handler are assessed at first class.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility I. Dogs and handlers build on the skills introduced in Level I such as clicker training, building focus, attention and teamwork, targeting, basic handling and obstacle skills. Dogs are exposed to all agility equipment. Dogs must have one primary handler for the entire session. Attendance at first class is mandatory, and overall attendance is required for progression. Bring dogs to first class.

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Agility for the Fun of It II/Competitive Dog Agility II. Class is designed for dogs with an excellent command of all equipment and handlers ready to learn skills such as front and rear crosses, serpentines and pinwheels. Full courses are run using all of the equipment. Dogs must be able to handle each apparatus off leash. Bring dogs to first class. ~

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Agility for the Fun of It III/Competitive Dog Agility III. Class is designed for dogs with an excellent command of all equipment and handlers who want to learn advanced skills. Full courses are run using all of the equipment. Dogs must be able to handle each apparatus off leash. Bring dogs to first class.

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Obedience I. Class offers an introduction to dog agility. This class is not competition oriented. Dogs must be at least 1 year old. Dogs and handlers learn teamwork, targeting and handling skills basics. Class utilizes agility equipment. Attendance at first class is required. Bring dogs to first class. ~

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Agility for the Fun of it I or Dog Agility I. More fun with agility sequences and obstacle performance. Dogs must know obedience behaviors sit, lie down, stay and come and be reliable off leash. Confidence in performing contact obstacles (A-frame and dog walk) is required. Bring dogs to first class. ~

(14-Adult) Includes home management, discipline and problem solving. Methods employed are affection and restraint. Dogs must be at least 6 months old. ~

(9-Adult) Class is designed for family units of two or three. Handlers learn together how to train their dog to sit, lie down, come, stay and walk on a leash. Class also includes home management and problem solving. No more than three family members and one dog per registration. One adult per family must be present at each class, and all family members must be age 9 or older. Dogs must be at least 6 months old.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog and owner must have completed a Fairfax County level I class or have permission of instructor. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and show no signs of aggression. Course will prepare the dog to successfully complete the AKC Canine Good Citizen test given on course completion. ~

(3-8 yrs.) These wild members of the dog family are a common sight in our neighborhoods. Learn about their lives through activities and practice yipping like a fox. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  

(4-Adult) Meets at Cabell's Mill. Enjoy a turkey hot dog supper roasted over the campfire and a brisk wagon ride through the Rocky Run stream valley. Discover who Ellanor C. Lawrence was and learn about the areas local and natural history. We provide hot dogs, buns, condiments and s'mores. Feel free to bring your own drinks and sides. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(11-Adult) Turn your old jeans and t-shirts into tail-wagging fun. In this hands-on craft workshop, learn how to make durable, eco-friendly tug toys your dog will love—no sewing required. Using recycled denim and soft t-shirt fabric, we’ll guide you step-by-step to braid and twist the perfect playtime toy. All materials provided, or bring your own worn clothes for a personal touch. Workshop for humans only, please leave dogs at home.

(8-Adult) Treat your furry friend to something homemade. Learn how to make healthy, simple and tail-waggingly tasty dog treats using wholesome ingredients. No baking required. Perfect for pet parents who want to spoil their pups with love (and snacks). Recipe is easy to recreate at home and customizable for your dog’s dietary needs. Leave with a handful of treats and a new recipe to keep the goodness going. Workshop for humans only, please leave dogs at home.

(14-Adult) K9 Nose Work is a great way to bond with your dogs, stimulate their curious minds, hone their obedience skills and build their confidence and focus. This class encourages dogs to use their sense of smell and natural instincts to search and problem solve. It also gives them an outlet to use their love of hunting. As a low-impact class, it is perfect for dogs of any age, size and personality.

(14-Adult) K9 Nose Work is a great way to bond with your dogs, stimulate their curious minds, hone their obedience skills and build their confidence and focus. This class encourages dogs to use their sense of smell and natural instincts to search and problem solve. It also gives them an outlet to use their love of hunting. As a low-impact class, it is perfect for dogs of any age, size and personality.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work I or equivalent. Build on skills learned in level I through different, more advanced activities. This low-impact class is perfect for dogs of any age, size and personality.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Completion of Fairfax County Dog Obedience II or permission of instructor. Rally obedience exercises and corresponding signs from the beginner through expert level are taught. Dogs must show no fear or aggression.

(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Completion of Rally Obedience 1 or permission of instructor. Rally exercises and corresponding signs from advanced, excellent and masters levels are taught. Dogs must show no fear or aggression.

(4-Adult) Join a naturalist this spooky season to learn more about the snakes we thought were our enemies that are secretly the underdogs of our ecosystems. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program.