Basic obedience classes are for dogs at least four months and older. They are never too old. We will teach important skills like HEEL, SIT, STAY, DOWN, COME, STAND, STAY & DOWN, STAY & SIT, AND STAY & STAND. In our temperament part of our training we also address behavior problems like biting, chewing, digging, jumping, house breaking and setting boundaries.

All dogs are required to have their rabies vaccination and recommended to be be current on all other shots.

Classes will cost $50 if you pre register at the Humane Society before the day of the class or $60 the day of class.

A 10% discount is available for pets adopted from the Humane Society of Polk County Inc or Polk County Animal Services (proof of adoption required)

Classes will meet once a week for eight weeks. 1 1/2 hours per class.

Classes will be held at the Humane Society of Polk County at the end of Sage Road in Winter Haven off of Dundee Road. SR 540, across from Carl Floyd Rd, turn North at the Chevron Station.

Training aides will be available through the instructor at discount prices, (leashes, collars, chew bones, etc.).

Instructor will be Bob Sokoloskis. Bob has been the training director at the Humane Society of Polk County since 1983. He has also been training dogs professionally for the past 30 years.

For more information, call the shelter at 863-324-5227 or the instructor at 863-676-2798.

Refund Policy: Once one has attended a class there is no refund.