Community Classes

  • Guided Outdoor Adventure. Real-Life Skills.

    Less sidewalk. More woods.

    Trails & Tails is a small-group, trainer-guided outdoor session designed to help you and your dog practice real-world skills in a real environment.

    It’s not a social hour, and it’s not obedience drills in the trees.

    It’s enrichment, thoughtful practice, and real-time support — in motion.

    During each session, we focus on:

    • Moving calmly around other dogs and people
    • Building desired leash skills beyond the neighborhood
    • Letting dogs sniff and explore
    • Practicing settling outdoors
    • Working through challenges as they come up

    Whether your dog is young and learning, navigating some bigger feelings, or simply ready for more real-world reps, this is a space to practice outside the living room — with guidance when you need it.

    Group size is intentionally limited to maintain space, safety, and meaningful support.

    Before You Join

    • Pre-registration required
    • Leashes required (no retractables)
    • Humane handling expected
    • This is a respectful, inclusive environment

Puppy Classes & Group Dog Training in Tampa Bay

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  • A thoughtful start for puppies and their people.

    This six-week hybrid class is designed to help puppies develop real-world skills during one of the most important stages of their development.

    Rather than focusing only on obedience, we help puppies learn how to navigate the human world with confidence, curiosity, and calm.

    A Hybrid Learning Experience

    Training doesn’t just happen in class — it happens at home, too.

    That’s why this course blends small-group learning with individualized support.

    Your enrollment includes:

    ✔ 1 virtual class to set you up for success
    ✔ 5 thoughtfully structured in-person classes
    ✔ 90 minutes of individual virtual support for troubleshooting real-life challenges

    This format allows us to address the questions and situations that naturally arise as you and your puppy begin applying what you’ve learned in class towards everyday life.

    What Puppies Practice

    Throughout the series, puppies begin building foundations for:

    • coming when called
    • leash skills and engagement
    • leave it & drop it
    • settling and relaxation
    • focus around distractions
    • navigating new environments

    Skills are introduced gradually and practiced in ways that support your puppy’s confidence, curiosity, and ability to regulate themselves.

    Thoughtful Socialization

    Each week includes intentional exposure to new experiences designed to help puppies build confidence and neutrality.

    Socialization in this class focuses on helping puppies learn how to observe, process, and navigate the world, rather than overwhelming them with stimulation.

    Program Details

    Length: 6 weeks

    Location: Spinning Canvas in Seminole Heights

    Age: Puppies approximately 8–18 weeks old

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I offer small group puppy classes, group dog training programs, and real-world social experiences in Tampa Bay. Some focus on early puppy development, some on life skills and neutrality, and some on simply getting out into the world in a structured, supported way.

  • Our group dog training classes are held throughout the Tampa Bay area. Exact locations vary by program and are shared once you’re registered. We choose spaces that support calm learning — not overstimulating environments.

  • You’re in good company.

    Our group dog training classes in Tampa are intentionally kept small so we can adjust pacing, create space, and coach in real time. If you’re unsure whether a specific class is the right fit, reach out or schedule a complimentary virtual meet and treat— we’ll always prioritize thoughtful group composition and setting your pup up for success.

  • Nope. Many of our Tampa puppy classes and community training programs are open to the public. Some specialty offerings may have prerequisites to keep the group experience cohesive and safe.

  • Each class may have slightly different materials or props depending on the theme or adventure. Once you’re registered, you’ll receive reminder emails before each session with exactly what to bring — no guesswork required.

  • We intentionally keep our Tampa group dog training classes small at 6 dogs or less. Smaller groups allow for better coaching, safer social interactions, and a calmer learning environment for both dogs and humans.

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