Handler working an adult poodle on the training floor at a Partners Dogs group class in Scottsdale

What We Offer

Events & Class Categories

From weekly group classes to seasonal rattlesnake avoidance clinics and Canine Good Citizen prep, there is always a way to keep building with your dog at Partners Dog School. Explore the categories below, then check your campus page for live class days and open spots.

Weekly group classes at both campuses
Seasonal rattlesnake avoidance training
Canine Good Citizen prep & specialty workshops

8 Grades by Name

2 Campuses

28 Years Training AZ Dogs

Year-Round Group Classes

Our Classes & Events

Something for Every Dog (and Every Schedule)

Whether you just brought home a new dog or you are working toward a Canine Good Citizen title, we run group classes every week at both our Scottsdale and Cave Creek campuses. We also offer seasonal rattlesnake avoidance clinics from mid-March through October, a smart investment for any Arizona dog, along with specialty workshops throughout the year.

All group classes are taught by professional trainers using the same balanced methodology that drives every Partners Dogs program. Class sizes are kept small so your dog gets real attention, and every session gives you something to keep building at home between classes.

What We Offer

Discover what sets Partners Dogs apart in dog training and behavior support.

Group class with several handler and dog teams practicing obedience together

Group Classes

Weekly group classes run year-round at both campuses. We run the grade-level curriculum from Pre-School Puppy through Dogtorate, plus agility foundations and AKC Canine Good Citizen prep, with sessions taught by professional trainers.

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Rattlesnake Avoidance

Our rattlesnake avoidance clinics run seasonally from mid-March through October using live, safely muzzled snakes. One of Arizona's most important training investments, a single session can help protect your dog.

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Adult dog and handler running an agility sequence at a Partners Dogs workshop

Workshops & CGC Prep

Throughout the year we host specialty workshops, Canine Good Citizen prep, and community activities. Follow us on social media or reach out to hear about what is coming up at your campus.

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Explore What We Run

Event Categories

Beyond weekly group classes, Partners Dog School runs seasonal clinics, Canine Good Citizen prep, and specialty workshops. Here is what to look for. For live dates and open spots, always check your campus schedule page below or get in touch.

Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinics

Seasonal • mid-March through October

One of Arizona's most valuable training investments. Our rattlesnake avoidance clinics use live, safely muzzled rattlesnakes to teach your dog a life-saving aversion response. Dogs learn to recognize the sight, sound, and scent of rattlesnakes and to avoid them instinctively. We run clinics at both campuses throughout the season. Annual refreshers are recommended, since dogs hold the aversion better with yearly reinforcement, and spots fill quickly.

Canine Good Citizen Prep

Open to all dogs

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program is the gold standard for well-mannered dogs. Our CGC Prep helps your dog master the core skills the program looks for, including accepting a friendly stranger, sitting politely for petting, walking through a crowd, and coming when called. Our CGC Prep class is the best way to build toward it, and it is open to any dog and handler team.

Seasonal Workshops

Throughout the year • Varies by event

We host specialty workshops throughout the year to keep training fun and community-focused. Past events have included trick training workshops, trail manners hikes, and community activities. Follow us on social media or reach out to hear when new events are announced.

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Weekly Group Classes

Find Your Class Schedule

Group classes run year-round at both campuses. The most accurate class days, times, and open spots live on each campus schedule page. Pick your campus to see the current lineup and reserve your spot.

Scottsdale Campus

Group classes from Pre-School Puppy through Dogtorate, agility foundations, and Canine Good Citizen prep at our Shea and 101 campus.

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Cave Creek Campus

The same grade-level curriculum, agility foundations, and Canine Good Citizen prep run weekly at our Cave Creek campus. See what is open near you.

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What to Bring to Your First Class

Your dog on a 6-foot leash, no retractable leashes, please
A flat collar or front-clip harness, your trainer will advise on the best fit at your first session
High-value training treats, small, soft, and something your dog loves (hot dogs, cheese, or commercial training treats work great)
A treat pouch or small bag, keeps treats accessible and your hands free
Water and a portable bowl, especially important for Arizona's warm months
Proof of current vaccinations, required for all group class participants (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella)
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, many classes include outdoor work
Patience and a good attitude, your dog will feed off your energy, and the first class is about building a foundation, not perfection

Not sure where your dog should start? Book a PD360 Assessment and let a senior trainer help you find the right starting point.

Class days and times can shift seasonally, so the campus schedule pages above are always the source of truth for current availability.

Events & Class Categories

Something for Every Dog (and Every Schedule)

What We Offer

Group Classes

Rattlesnake Avoidance

Workshops & CGC Prep

Event Categories

Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinics

Canine Good Citizen Prep

Seasonal Workshops

Find Your Class Schedule

Scottsdale Campus

Cave Creek Campus

What to Bring to Your First Class

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