Canine MASTERS

The Canine Masters program allows kids ages 13 to 15 to work with the shelter dogs in each class and learn about animal behavior and advanced training techniques using positive reinforcement. Students will train adoptable dogs for a variety of different activities such as rally obedience, agility trials, and nose-work.

Students will feel accomplished by enriching a shelter animal’s life through targeted training as well as human-animal bonding. Children will be able to utilize the skills they develop with any animal they work with in the future.

INFORMATION:

  • Designed for children ages 13-15

  • If your child is not old enough to join, check out our K9 Manners program!

  • Classes meet on Thursdays at the Naperville Area Humane Society from 4:00pm-5:00pm for five weeks

    • Two sessions available: Fall and Spring

  • Registration fee is $70 per student. A $10 fee will apply for any cancellations.

  • Policies and dates are subject to change. Please note: the class will be canceled if we do not have at least three kids sign up.

DATES for 2024:

  • Spring 2024 Session: Feb 15, 22, 29, / Mar. 7, 14 - Completed

  • Fall 2024 Session: TBA

questions?

Please contact Ashley Olson at aolson@naperhumane.org or 630-420-8989 x 1006.