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Canine University 71 Clinton St Malden MA

Canine University

Welcome to Canine University
We are a professional dog training center in the greater Boston area, with classes and programs for all levels from puppy kindergarten to agility.

All courses incorporate the use of Clicker Training, the most reliable and durable yet gentle method of teaching your dog to be a polite family member and much more.

  • Positive, motivational training classes for all levels
  • Training Seminars and Clinics
  • Behavioral consulting
  • Private training

Upcoming Classes

Beginner Obedience Module
Offered: Wednesdays evenings and Saturday mornings; each session runs for one hour.
A very convenient way to train your dog! All ages and abilities welcome. Modules are sold in 4, 8 and 12 week blocks, and you can move on to more advanced topics when you feel your dog is ready. You can start any week- even this week- and may attend either or both days for the same price!
Puppy Head Start
Next workshop: February 6, 2010
This hands-on workshop is designed to give new puppy owners the head start they need to raise their pups to be great adult dogs.
Puppy Kindergarten
Next class: February 4, 2010
Traditional six week class for puppies 8 to 18 weeks of age at the start of class. There is dedicated socialization/play time at the start of each one-hour session!
Adult Beginners
Next class: February 8, 2010
For puppies 18 weeks and older at the start of class, meets for one hour each week for six weeks.

Featured Classes
Intermediate Obedience Module
Offered: Wednesdays evenings and Saturday mornings
Recommended for those who have taken a class or 2 already. You can start any week and may attend either or both days for the same price. Our Saturday session (all of August) focuses on Greeting Skills... Summer Is Here, and that means longer walks and many outdoor activities; help your dog to consistently put his best foot forward at your next BBQ or hike!
Beginners Part 2: The Next Step
Next class: March 29, 2010
A continuation of Puppy Kindergarten and Adult Beginners. Class content will include getting your dog to the next level of obedience, problem solving, and reliability around moderate distractions.
Dog Tricks for All Abilities
Next class: February 4, 2010
Learn some clever tricks that will amaze your family and friends. A fun class for you and your dog!
Agility for Beginners
Next class: March 25, 2010
If you hope to get your dog started- and eventually compete in- canine agility, this will take you through teaching the obstacles encountered on the course, and help you train your dog to see this with much zeal and fulfillment.

Upcoming Workshops and Special Offerings
Dog Speak: Learning to Read What Your Dog is Really Saying
Saturday, March 20; 11:30-1:00 PM
A people-only seminar which is open to all, this will help you understand dog-dog interactions and much more. Discount for those with rescued dogs!
Rowdy Rovers
4 week module, Thursdays 6:30-7:30 PM; starts May 13, 2010
A class for reactive dogs who have had an initial private training consultation with us and now need to work on those skills in a group setting.
Canine University's Dogs RULE! Alumni Weekend
Twelfth Annual! October 15-17, 2010
We are all too pleased to facilitate a memorable weekend of memories with your dog, in the company of other graduates.
Additional Options

Oh, Joy!

Your Pet's Butcher For all of our four-legged friends who thrive on a raw diet.

Our Next Delivery at Canine University is Wednesday, February 3. Visit the website


Now Available:

The Everything® Dog Training and Tricks Book by Canine University's own Gerilyn Bielakiewicz.
Click here to find out more or to purchase a copy:

In the News

Articles for the health and well-being of your best friend.

Natural Health Corner:
Grapes and Raisins Have Been Linked to Kidney Failure and Death in Dogs

How We Train
Cameo's Corner for Adolescent Dogs

On Puppies
Socialization is a Work in Progress

Product Reviews
The Semi-Stuffed Crate Pad

Rock'n Bottles by Zanies

The Molecuball AND The Zanies Giggle Treat Ball

On Puppies
Some Lessons I Have learned Raising Cameo

Natural Health Corner:
Learning to Read Dog Food Labels

Canine Behavior
So Your Dog Is Reactive!

The Family Dog
Three Dogs &TWO Babies: Staying Sane As They Grow

Sam & Reggae's Product Review
The IQube Puzzle Plush Dog Toy