k-9 TRAINING
We understand that every dog is unique, and effective training is key to fostering a strong bond, ensuring their safety, and creating a harmonious home environment.
We need to verify current vaccinations before you attend class.
You can email them to us at frontdesk@kenl-inn.com or bring them in person.
Puppies: Puppies are allowed in the Kenl Inn gym ONLY at 8 weeks old with the first of three vaccinations up to 16 weeks old. This will apply to in-home training appointments as well.
• 8 weeks – Bordetella, 1st Canine Distemper Vaccination
• 12 weeks – Bordetella, 2nd Canine Distemper Vaccination
• 16 weeks – 3rd Canine Distemper and Rabies Vaccination
Proper training strengthens the bond between you and your dog. Every dog is different, some are laid back, some are hyperactive, and some are shy and need more self-confidence, and no one training technique will work on every dog.
The “Personal Trainer” program is structured training using a combination of gentle, effective, humane, consistent, and safe methods. It is never too late to have your dog trained! It may take longer to train your adult dog because of the time needed to spend re-training the undesirable behaviors.
*Ask about our K-9 Club Membership – $225 per year entitles you to half-price classes and more!
TRAINING CALENDAR
Keep up to date with our interactive training calendar.
meet the trainers
Our training team consists of highly skilled experts who combine years of experience with a
deep compassion for dogs. They understand that every dog is unique, and they create personalized
training plans tailored to fit your dog’s temperament, behavior, and needs.
Why Training is Important
For your pets protection, current vaccinations are required before your pet comes for training.
Your dog needs to know the rules in order to become a valued member of your family and neighborhood. It’s important for your dog to learn some manners too! Wouldn’t it be nice if your dog didn’t jump up? Beg at the table? Charge out the door when you open it?
Having your dog trained helps strengthen the bond between you and your dog and increases the enjoyment, companionship, and relationship with your dog. A trained dog makes for a happy owner!!
Every dog is different. Some are laid back, some hyperactive, others are shy and need more self-confidence, and then there are those who have too much confidence. No one training technique will work on every dog.
S.T.A.R. Puppy Class
(8 Wks. of age)
(Since puppies don’t come with a handbook)
Ever wonder why your puppy bites? Is your puppy playing too rough? How do I teach my puppy to tell me when it’s time to go outside? This is a fun & relaxed class where everything is puppy! Playing, learning, teaching.
Our puppy instructors are also S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluators thru the American Kennel Club. Your puppy can become a S.T.A.R. Puppy!
Adolescent Puppy
(4 Months – 8 Months Old)
The most challenging time of raising a puppy is the adolescent period. Dogs become “teenagers” and seem to forget everything they have ever been taught. This period is individual to each dog, but it may begin between 4-8 months and continue until two years old.
Adolescence doesn’t begin and end overnight. Gradually, you will notice changes include becoming larger and stronger, as well as exhibiting what some call “stubborn” behavior and a desire to begin exploring outside a previous safe zone. It’s a time when your dog’s instinct begin to kick-in.
There are numerous strategies for dealing with dog adolescence, both before it starts and during this phase, and although this is the most challenging time when raising a puppy, it is also the most rewarding. By training early and continuing to train, you’ll find the adolescent period is easier to navigate, and you’ll help your puppy become a well-adjusted, polite adult dog.
Intermediate Class
(Attention/Distraction)
(Prerequisite: Dog has been through Basic and/or knows basic commands)
So, your dog is great at home and on your short walks in the neighborhood…. except when you pass by that one particular house or that darned rabbit darts out of the bushes. But if your dog knows the basics of sit, down, walking on leash, come when called (at least sometimes) then it’s time to step-it-up a notch and discover new ways to challenge your dog and build on those skills.
Take your dog’s skills to the next level – whether it be off leash, cues from a distance, therapy dog work, etc. Having a dog that responds to you and knows how to behave around distractions… it truly can be like having your best friend right beside you!
MANNERS/Basic Obedience Class
(4 Months & Older)
Your dreams can come true! Imagine owning the best behaved dog in the neighborhood. Walking down the sidewalk with your dog right at your side. Stopping to visit neighbors and your dog sits patiently, not jumping or pulling at the leash. We can teach you! Your dog can learn!
- Obedience: come, walk without pulling, sit, down, stay
- Manners: meeting people, don’t jump, don’t bite, door manners
- Socialization around other dogs and people
- Group classes that teach your dog to behave around others
(Any age can start in competition class if the owner knows that they want to compete)
Whether you are a fierce competitor or just want that green ribbon, you will learn ring procedure, how to enter a dog show, what to do when you get to the show, and of course all the exercises your dog will need to know.
- Learning or polishing all exercises (Novice, Open, Utility)
- Getting ready to compete in obedience trials
- Handler footwork and ring procedures
- Rally Obedience and Competition Obedience have been combined (see Rally OB description)
(Prerequisite: Your dog should know basic commands or have gone through basic class.)
Rally is a fantastic way to watch your dog’s loose-leash, obedience and attention skills skyrocket while having a lot of fun!
Rally is a course set-up with signs to follow. It’s fun for the “pet” dog & good ring experience for those who want to show their dogs…. this class also teaches good manners as you have fun working as a team, loose-leash walking with your dog on your left side, through a course of specific skills: sits, downs, stands, stays and turns.
You will also learn how to use your body language to communicate to your dog! Everyone should take a Rally class – cuz it’s fun!
Train for competition, fun, and/or good manners!
Rally Obedience and Competition OB have been combined (see Competition OB description)
Canine Good Citizen Class
(4 Months – 8 Months Old)
(Prerequisite: Your dog should already have some Basic training.)
The Canine Good Citizen, Community Good Citizen & Urban Good Citizen designations are a “badge of honor” for you and your dog. It means you have taught your dog to be mannerly. It means you know your dog’s limitations. It means your dog responds to you. Most importantly it means you and your dog are a team!!
This class will practice all the essentials for the CGC test, and at the end of the class you and your dog will actually be tested by one of our CGC Evaluators.
Community Canine Good Citizen & Urban Canine Good Citizen are additional training and testing! Just ask your instructor about those classes.
Individual Trainers
At KENL INN $130/hour
Private in-home lessons: $180/hour
Our trainers will work individually with you to solve specific behavior issues.
Call us to schedule your training: 402-488-8190
Rent Areas to Train on Your Own
Our 24,000 square foot outdoor Agility Field is completely fenced and set up for all your agility training needs. We offer the field on an hourly rental basis of $35/hour. You can rent the Agility Field for your own personal training time and it is also a GREAT option for professional agility competitions and/or shows…this area is completely unique to the Lincoln area!
Our gym (indoor/climate controlled) is available to train alone, with a group of friends, or just exercise your dog when the weather isn’t great outside. $15 per hour / per person.
We also rent our gym for doggie birthday parties and various club meetings – call for pricing information. 402-488-8190