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

A 5-Week Guided Puppy Development Program
This isn’t a once-a-week puppy class where you’re sent home to “figure it out.” It’s structured group learning with individualized support — at a more accessible price point than private training.
What We’re Building
• Engagement around real-world distractions
• Recall foundations
• Leash skills & neutrality around dogs and people
• Leave it & drop it
• Relaxation & settle skills
• Vet & groomer confidence
• Strategic, educational puppy play
• Advocacy and body language skills for you
And because life happens between classes — I help troubleshoot the real stuff, too:
Potty training, nipping, barking, separation & confinement training.
The “why is my puppy suddenly unhinged?” moments.
Weekly Exposure Themes
Each week introduces controlled, confidence-building novelty and socialization:
• Things on wheels
• Novelty lab (hats, costumes, visual surprises)
• Vet & groomer prep
• Environmental confidence (surfaces, sounds, recovery games)
• Four Seasons (from umbrellas to pool floats)
What Makes This Different
In addition to 5 in-person classes, you receive:
• Ongoing virtual support between sessions
• Up to 3 private 30-minute virtual troubleshooting calls between classes
• Individualized guidance tailored to your puppy and household
• Strategic socialization
• Real-time coaching

This is Not Your Average Puppy Class.

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 5 dogs or less. Smaller groups allow for better coaching, safer social interactions, and a calmer learning environment for both dogs and humans.