Dog Training in Carmel, IN
Congratulations on your new addition to the family! Bringing a canine into your home is an exciting journey that comes with responsibilities, including proper training. At Carmel Veterinary Clinic, we offer puppy and adult dog training classes designed to help your four-legged friend develop essential skills and manners. Training helps ensure your puppy’s transition into your family is as smooth as possible, laying the foundation for a long, positive relationship.
Our experienced trainer, Julie Settles, RVT and Karen Pryor Certified Training Partner, leads each class with a positive reinforcement-based approach, focusing on rewarding desirable behaviors to strengthen the bond between you and your pet.
Can your dog benefit from positive training? Call us at (317) 846-5707 to get started!
Positive Reinforcement Dog Classes
Our Puppy Start Right and Manners classes, held at Carmel Veterinary Clinic in Carmel, IN, focus on teaching puppies and adult dogs the skills they need to become well-adjusted members of the family. These fun and interactive classes will teach your pet to follow basic commands, engage with their environment, and build the foundation for a lifelong relationship with you. We use a positive reinforcement approach, meaning your dog’s good behaviors will be rewarded with treats, making learning fun and effective.
Classes are held on Saturday afternoons in the lobby of our Carmel location. The cost for the 6-week course (whether Puppy Start Right or Manners) is $160.
*Please bring pea-sized, high-value treats to class as your dog’s rewards.
Meet Our Dog Trainer Julie Settles, RVT
Julie Settles is a Registered Veterinary Technician at Fishers Veterinary Hospital and a Karen Pryor Certified Training Partner. With over a decade of experience in veterinary care and training, Julie combines her knowledge of animal behavior with positive reinforcement methods to ensure that training is effective and enjoyable. Her approach is all about building a relationship of trust with your dog, where good behavior is consistently rewarded. This allows your pet to learn new skills and grow into a well-mannered companion.
Puppy & Dog Class Requirements
At Carmel Veterinary Clinic, we care about your dog’s health and safety. Before starting training classes, we require that all participants are up-to-date on their vaccinations, including distemper, parvovirus, bordetella, and rabies. If you’re unsure about your dog’s vaccination status or need assistance, please contact us at (317) 846-5707 or schedule a quick appointment to ensure your pet is ready to participate.