The trainers at Dawgs in Motion are balanced method LIMA (Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive) trainers that use primarily positive reinforcement training (+R). Our trainers are all professionally certified and have all attended training college to earn their certification in training and have mentored under established trainers prior to training on their own. The trainers will work with you and your dog based on their training knowledge and experience and will select the best method for your team based on the needs of you and your dog and on the learning process that works best for both of you.

We do not have a one size fits all because every dog/handler team is different. While some dogs need a softer form of direction, others that are more stubborn may need more assistance. Training is variant based on these needs and our trainers will adjust their styles to fit your team. As our trainers are balanced we will always strive to use +R training first but are not opposed to using other corrective tools. The decision to incorporate a tool in your training will always be discussed with the owner/handler beforehand to ensure proper sizing, use, and efficiency.

Dawgs in Motion does not work with aggression cases at the facility. We do however offer in-home and off-site training for dogs with aggression cases depending on the severity of the behavior. Please contact our training team today to see if your dog is eligible for this program option.

All class schedules with the most up to date days and times can be found at:

www.dawgsinmotion.propetware.com

How to schedule your dog for a class:

Step 1. Log into your customer portal and submit proof of vaccinations for Distemper and Bordetella and for dogs 16 weeks or older the Rabies vaccine.

 Step 2: Schedule your session through your customer portal at www.dawgsinmotion.propetware.com | Your login is your email address that you listed with Dawgs in Motion. If you have never used the portal before please contact us to set up your account and issue a temporary password or set up your account at the portal log in page. Payment is due upon the approval of your class request. You can upload a card to your account and pay immediately.

 Step 3: Once your session is booked you will need to sign the customer policy if you have not already done so. This can be done through the customer portal.

 Step 4: Sign the training agreement associated with your class through the customer portal.

  What if I can’t make it to class?

Attending each class is vitally important to ensure the success of your team. If you are not able to make class you will need to do a make up class with your trainer privately—this is an additional cost! We do this to ensure your team is successful and are getting the most out of the course. When a class is missed it can push training back as dogs require consistency and skills are often built upon as the class progresses. We do understand that there may be circumstances that may prevent you from making every session and if you are unable to find someone to bring your dog to class we will do our best to ensure you are able to get the material for the class.

Dogs must attend all classes and must be present for the last class when examination takes place. If you cannot attend, you will need to schedule a make-up session with one of our certified trainers. This will be a 30-minute owner present private session and will be charged at the rate of a private lesson. If you choose not to make-up the session you will still receive your instructional and homework handout but unfortunately your dog will not be able to graduate from the course as attendance to each session is required.

If your team misses the last class they will not receive their certificate.

Classes that we offer:

Puppy Manners Class – 3 week class – $175.00

Got a new pup with a nose for mischief? Our 3-Week Puppy Manners Class is the perfect way to kick off good habits early! We’ll cover all the essentials like polite greetings, crate comfort, name recognition, and beginning cues—while building confidence and social skills in a fun, safe environment. It’s puppy preschool, and it’s paws-itively adorable!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes per session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Target Age: 8 weeks to 6 months
Class Size: Small group (1–6 puppies)

Materials for Class:
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Mat or towel
• Chew toy or stuffed Kong for downtime

Beginner Obedience Class – 4 week class – $195.00

Ready to unleash your pup’s potential? Join our 4-Week Beginner Obedience Class and turn “sit” into second nature! Each week is packed with fun, positive training to build your dog’s confidence and manners.Let’s build a solid foundation—one paw at a time!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Ideal Age Range: 6 months and up
Goal: Teach reliable obedience with calm focus, polite manners, and real-life application
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials for Class:
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Mat or towel
• Chew toy or stuffed Kong for downtime

Intermediate Obedience Class – 4 week class – $195.00

Ready to take your dog’s skills to the next level? Our 4-Week Intermediate Obedience Class is designed for pups who’ve mastered the basics and are ready for more! We’ll focus on building reliability around distractions, sharpening leash skills, & adding duration and distance to those essential cues. Think of it as leveling up your training game: more focus, more control, and way more fun!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Ideal Age Range: 6 months and up with Basic Obedience Skills
Goal: Teach reliable obedience with calm focus, polite manners, and real-life application
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials Needed:
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Long line (20–30 ft) for recall work
• Mat/towel for settle
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• Toy or reward object
• Clicker or verbal marker

Advanced Obedience Class – 4 week class – $195.00

Ready to turn your good dog into a great dog? Our 4-Week Advanced Obedience Class is designed for teams who’ve nailed the basics and are ready for the challenge! We’ll polish obedience skills with greater distance, duration, and distractions—plus introduce off-leash work, advanced recalls, and real-world reliability. It’s focused, fast-paced, and perfect for dogs aiming to go above and beyond!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Ideal Age Range: 6 months and up with Basic Obedience Skills
Goal: Teach reliable obedience with calm focus, polite manners, and real-life application
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials Needed:
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Long line (20–30 ft) for recall work
• Mat/towel for settle
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• Toy or reward object
• Clicker or verbal marker

Leash Lab: Perfecting the Walk – 3 week class – $150.00

Tired of your dog dragging you around the block? Want to turn every walk into a smooth, stress-free stroll? In this fun and interactive 3-week class, you’ll learn the essentials of leash basics, loose leash walking, and heeling, no more tangled leashes or pulling! Each week, we’ll break down key skills step-by-step. Perfect for all dogs, big or small, with or without prior experience. Let’s leash the fun!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials Needed:
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• Toy or reward object
• Clicker or verbal marker

Tricks for FUN! – 3 week class – $150.00

Ready to impress your friends and family with some jaw-dropping tricks? Whether you’re a total beginner or just looking to add some flair to your skills, this 3-week tricks class is perfect for you! In this exciting, hands-on course, you’ll learn everything from mind-blowing card tricks to sneaky sleight-of-hand moves, all without needing any prior experience. Each week, we’ll break down fun and easy tricks that anyone can master, and by the end, you’ll be performing like a pro (or at least fooling everyone with your smooth moves). Expect a lively, casual atmosphere where we focus on having a blast while learning!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials Needed:
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• Toy or reward object
• Clicker or verbal marker

Elective Leash Skills- One Night – $40.00

Tired of tug-of-war every time you grab the leash? Join our One-Night Leash Skills Elective for a focused, fun evening dedicated to smoother walks and better leash manners! In just one session, you’ll learn practical techniques to curb pulling, build focus, and turn your strolls into stress-free adventures. It’s a leash lesson you won’t want to miss!

Class Duration: 45-60 minutes/session
Class Frequency: 1x/week
Class Size: Small group (1-6 dogs)

Materials Needed:
• 6-ft leash (no retractables)
• Treat pouch + high-value treats
• Toy or reward object
• Clicker or verbal marker

Class Start Dates:

(To see live updates, class start times, and class availability log into the client portal and click on book now – group classes)

Puppy Manners 3 Week Class:

May 21, 2025 – Jun 4, 2025   

May 27, 2025 – Jun 10, 2025

Jun 2, 2025 – Jun 16, 2025

Jun 19, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Beginner Obedience 4 Week Class:

May 18, 2025 – Jun 8, 2025   

May 27, 2025 – Jun 17, 2025

May 28, 2025 – Jun 18, 2025

Jun 11, 2025 – Jul 2, 2025

Beginner Obedience 6 Week Class:

Jun 2, 2025 – Jul 7, 2025         

Intermediate Obedience 4 Week Class:

May 22, 2025 – Jun 12, 2025

Advanced Obedience 4 Week Class:

Jun 23, 2025 – Jul 14, 2025   

Leash Lab: Perfecting the Walk 3 Week Class:

May 11, 2025 – May 25, 2025

May 29, 2025 – Jun 12, 2025

Jun 19, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Tricks for FUN! 3 Week Class:

Jun 17, 2025 – Jul 1, 2025      

Elective Leash Skills 1 Night Class:

Jun 1, 2025     

Jun 8, 2025     

Jun 24, 2025  

Jul 1, 2025      

Jul 2, 2025      

Jul 14, 2025

Puppy Prep Academy

Puppy Prep Academy Cost: $125.00 a day plus add-ons

Care package, photos and videos, and take home packs are included!

Puppy Prep is a board and train option that we offer in partnership with breeders and for our clients. Owners who have selected a puppy can choose to have their puppy boarded for a minimum of two weeks with our training team. While your pup stays with us they are worked with several times a day on basic obedience skills including but not limited to:

• Name Recognition
• Recall
• Sit
• Loose Leash Walking
• Leave-It
• Wait
• Focus
• Handling Skills

Puppies are also socialized daily in specially created groups that are supervised by our daycamp managers and training team members! In addition to all of this we also expose the pups to special activities to boost their confidence and aid in socializing including:

* Assisted Swimming Lessons in the in-ground pool

* Grooming with our certified grooming team

​Owners are scheduled to meet with the lead trainer for a minimum of 1 hour long consultation session where they are presented with their pups customized training journal, care package, and go over the training procedures used with their individual puppy.

In-Home Training

60 minute In-Home Private Lesson Cost: $200.00

30 minute In-Home Extension Cost: $65.00

Dawgs in Motion offers private in-home training as well. In-Home training is 1 hour long and can work on a range of behaviors including obedience, housebreaking, and problem behaviors including but not limited to: counter-surfing, digging, barking, chewing, etc.

Dawgs in Motion can work with dogs experiencing issues with reactivity or aggression on a limited basis. We do not accept cases of direct dog-human aggression or dog-dog aggression and focus primarily on leash and territory reactivity. 

We would be happy to connect you to a trainer that works with these issues in greater detail should you experiance any of these issues.

Meet Our Trainers & Instructors

Amanda Zavadil (Mandie)

Lead for Training, Massage, Swim Instructions & Hydrotherapy

Mandie is the lead trainer at Dawgs in Motion and is also a mentor trainer for Animal Behavior College. She is certified in many areas including canine communication, nutrition, canine psychology, hydrotherapy, canine massage therapy, dog training, mentor training for future trainers, grooming, Pet CPR, and handling of working dogs.

She is also certified with the American Kennel club for instructing and evaluating: S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC, CGCU, CGCA, All levels of Trick Dog, and Fit Dog.

Mandie has also taken continuing education courses in: pharmacological interventions, separation anxiety, dog-human aggression, dog-dog aggression,shelter dog training, and additional obedience training courses.

She teaches all training courses and swimming instruction. She specializes in obedience training/problem solving and training Therapy, ESA, and Service dogs with our sister company Dawgs at Work.

Sydney Depies

ABCDT, CPMT, CPRC

Dog Trainer & Swim Instructor

Sydney graduated from Animal Behavior Collage with a certification in dog training and Pet CPR.

She teaches group obedience classes at our facility and also teaches private lessons for obedience and problem behavior solving as well as swim instruction

Sydney is also taking continuing education courses in pet nutrition!

*Available for group, private, & in-home classes

Laura Zack

DCDT, CPRC

Dog Trainer & Swim Instructor

Laura is one of our on-site trainers. She specializes in swim instruction for dogs of all ages. Laura trained directly under our lead trainer/mentor trainer Amanda Zavadil.

Laura teaches swim classes in our hydrotherapy pool as well as our “camp lessons” for dogs taking part in our daytime or overnight boarding services. She focuses primarily on basic problem behaviors such as jumping or fear based behaviors and basic obedience skills.

*Available for camp lessons & swim instruction.