All Outdoor Group Classes will return March 2025
These classes include: Basic Obedience, Agility, Canine Good Citizen Classes.
In the meantime, if you are still interested in group training, Pop Up Group Training is held weekly.
What is Pop Up Training? A group class that occurs weekly working on obedience, and real life skills. Each Session is one hour long.
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This Class Is For Dogs and Handlers:
-Who have a basic understanding of obedience and want to improve commands with real life distractions.
-Continue a routine, and stay consistent with training
When Are Classes? Classes are typically Thursday or Saturday, but can vary per week. At the beginning of each week, the trainer will text everyone the details for the class.
Where Are Classes Held? Classes are currently held at Bark Camp Farm in Gainesville. The goal is to start going to Downtown Gainesville, Dahlonega and other locations!
Who Can Attend? This class is for current or previous students that have been approved.
Price:
One dog: $20
Two dogs: $35
Every Fifth Session is FREE
How Can I Attend/Get Approved? If you have taken a group class or private lesson with Willow Creek then simply text 770-625-1521 if you can attend.
If you are new to Willow Creek, then please contact us to start private lessons to get you prepared!
AKC
PUPPY STAR Program
For puppies 4- 11 months
Willow Creek Dog Training combines their Puppy Program with the AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. Program to help you and your puppy become the best team possible.
The first week is without the pups and is dedicated to just training you, the owner, to ensure you have all the tools you need to continue your puppy’s training at home.
The remaining six classes will be with your adorable puppy, where we’ll focus on socialization, building confidence, basic obedience, and good manners. The 7th week will be the AKC Puppy S.T.A.R. test.
You will not find another puppy class like this!
"AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an excellent first in-person training class for puppies. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy provides a good lead-in to earning the Canine Good Citizen title." -AKC.ORG
7 Week Puppy Class $280
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GET $20 OFF If you sing up by Jan 1st
Location: 3485 McEver Road, Gainesville GA 30504
#207
Upper Parking Lot
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Starting January 2025
Group Classes
Not Your Average Dog Class, Come See The Difference!
Small Classes For Individualized Attention
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Classes Run Once A Week, Same Day/Time (Skip Major Holidays)
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All Dogs Must Be On a Flea / Tick Preventive, and Must Be Up To Date On All Their Shots For Their Age
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Participate in a Guided Group Class where you will learn new skills as a handler, receive feedback, provide proper socialization, and train your dog in real world distractions.
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*For Reactive Dogs: At the minimum 1 Private Lesson is required before taking a Basic Obedience Group Class
6 Week Basic Obedience Group Class
Outdoor Group Classes are March - November
The First Week is without the dogs, as it is Training For The Owners.
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One Hour Per Session / 6 Session Total
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Teach Your Dog Reliable Commands.
-Sit on cue
-Down on cue
-Wait at doorways for release cue
-Place - Go to bed or elevated surface on cue, stay there until break cue
-Leave It - can never have item
-Come - coming when called
-Quiet - stop barking on cue
-Drop It - drop item from mouth on cue
-NO jump - politely sitting, and greeting guests
-Back - creating personal space / boundaries around people or other pets.
-Make Friends - with people and other dogs
-Settle - relax, on cue
-Stand - stand politely for groomers, vet exam
-Heel - walk directly at your side on leash
-Go Play - Casual walk on leash, can go sniff, hiking
Other Things We Cover:
-Teaching Doorway Boundaries - An open door isn't an open invitation.
-How to properly play with your dog, and obedience games.
-Reaction and recovery to loud noises
-How to incorporate training into day-to-day life.
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Receive Feedback from the trainer and discuss certain topics with the group.
This class is specifically designed for dogs ages 4 months and older. In this 6-session course, you will have the opportunity to build a stronger relationship with your dog, develop control as a handler, and teach your dog important manners. You'll also gain valuable knowledge about how dogs learn, nutrition, dog body language, and keeping kids safe around dogs. Sign up now to start building a strong foundation for your dog's obedience and manners!
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All Basic Obedience Group Classes are held outside. Due to this there will be a designated Rain Date
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A Private Lesson Prior To The Class is *Highly Recommended If…
-This is your first dog, or haven't had one in awhile
-Your dog is an excessive leash puller, puppy biter, and/or jumper
-You want the extra help as an owner with leash handling skills
-Your dog hasn’t been around many dogs
-Your dog gets easily distracted and/or doesn't listen to you around distractions
-You have other topics you want to discuss and solve that aren't covered in this class. Example bringing home a new baby
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-A Private Lesson Prior To The Class is Required If...
-Your dog is reactive (get's overstimulated by dogs and/or people. May lunge, growl, excessively bark...etc)
-Your dog has a bite history or has tried to bite a dog and/or person before.
**If your dog is highly distributive a minimum of 1-2 Private Lesson will be required to continue the class. No you won't be kicked out of class forever, however if needed you will be transferred to a new class once ready.
$100 Class Transfer Fee
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One Dog Pricing: $250
Get $10 Off If You Have Taken At Least 1 Private Lesson Prior To Your Group Class Starts!
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Book Now
Private Group Classes
Do you have a great training location and a minimum of 2 other friends with dogs that want to do a group class together?
Look no further... We now offer Private Basic Obedience Group Classes. You will all go through the 6 Week Basic Obedience Course, but in a familiar, and convenient environment.
Must be within 20 miles of Dahlonega GA
$300 / One Dog
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Advanced Obedience Group Class
+ AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing
One Hour Per Session / 5 Weeks Total
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Open to all purebred and mixed breed dogs! This class is perfect for those who are ready for more advanced training, and/or those who are working towards a Therapy Dog Certification. This Class focuses on advanced obedience skills and real-world scenarios, while helping you work towards completing the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test.
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Benefits of CGC: "By training in CGC, you and your dog will deepen your bond and become a more connected team. Not only will you and your dog master skills like sit, down, and stay, but your dog will become a welcomed community member when out in public." -AKC.ORG
This class will not guarantee any certifications. Outcome of training is based on how much you practice your homework.
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What Makes A Good Therapy Dog?
A dog that is well mannered, listens on cue, is social with other dogs and especially a dog that loves people!
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*This is an Advanced Training Class. A Private Lesson May Be Required If The Trainer Deems It Would Be Beneficial and/or Crucial To Your Dog's Training.
Morgan S.
"10 stars! Bailee is a wonderful trainer who is patient and knowledgeable. She provides helpful examples, tips, and has clear demonstrations. My dog and I attended the 5-week puppy course and by the end of course learned so much. My dogs behavior has changed and she is now behaving. I am looking forward to attending another class soon!"
Barbra M.
"Excellent class! Bailee was very knowledgeable and spent extra time explaining ways to deal with issues we were having. Highly recommend her!"
Carol W.
"Our experience at Willow Creek could not have been better. Bailee is professional, knowledgeable, and meets each dog and owner’s individual needs. She makes class fun and enjoyable and she has a wealth of ideas to guide owner’s through any situation they may encounter with their dogs. I have taken dog training classes in the past, and her class is above any others!"