Canine U manners classes - designed to be effective, efficient and fun!
CHANGE TO CLASS FEES
Due to rising costs faced by the Minnesota Valley Humane Society Canine U will be raising class costs by $5 effective April 1st. Thank you for your continued support of our shelter.
Welcome to Canine U!
The Minnesota Valley Humane Society's Canine U pet manners classes use dog-friendly methods that rely on rewards rather than aversives - making learning fun for you and your dog. All proceeds from Canine U beneit the homeless animals at the Minnesota Valley Humane Society.
Our Trainers and Training Philosophy:
Our Canine U trainers strive to keep their knowledge and techniques current through obtaining and maintaining membership with the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and certification as Certified Pet Dog Trainers. We want to promote and environment of continued learning and growth, creating the best class experience possible. We believe in teaching you and your dog as a team, helping you read and understand your dog, clearly communicate your expectations and motivate your pet. We use the Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training philosophy to obtain efficient and effective results, and use reward-based techniques. Any time you and your dog are together you are both learning and training - let us help you make that process quick, easy and, most importantly, fun!
Class Locations
Classes are held at our facility in Burnsville, 1313 Highway 13 East, and other South Metro locations, including
Apple Valley Community Center in the Hayes Field Community Park Building, 14601 Hayes Road in Apple Valley
Four Paws Pet Resort 4020 Old Sibley Memorial Highway - just North of Diffley Rd between Highways 13 and Cedar/77.
Classes Offered
The Complete Puppy
Better Dog One
Better Dog Two
Better Dog Three
We also offer:
Dog Walking 101 - a FREE class for volunteers and the public
Canine Good Citizen Test Prep/Refresher Class
Canine Good Citizen testing
Complete Canine U Class Schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions about Canine U
Did you adopt your dog from MVHS? Don't forget that you received a $30-off coupon for a Canine U class within 6 months of adoption!
Four Ways to Register
Register online
Complete Puppy Registration
Better Dog One Registration
Better Dog Two Registration
Better Dog Three Registration
Please read the Canine U Cancellation Policy and Hold Harmless Agreement before registering.
Register by phone
Call the Minnesota Valley Humane Society at 952-894-5000.
Register by mail or fax
Click here for a text version of the Canine U Application.
Fax your completed application to 952-894-6669 or mail it to:
Minnesota Valley Humane Society- Canine U
1313 Highway 13 East
Burnsville, MN 55337
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