Winter sign up is here. A trained dog is a loved dog. 

MASKS will be REQUIRED indoors - please respect the social distance of others

Next class begins
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
This represents a change by PENN STATE (our landlord)
Our classes train you to train your dog. 
Our classes are designed to begin with your new pet, either a puppy or an adult, and turn them into the pet of your dreams

C​hoose one according to your dogs needs and age:

Basic Skills and STAR puppy Winter Classes are held indoors WITH MASKS
at the Berks County 4H Center, ​1238 County Road, Leesport.

S.T.A.R. 
​is full

Puppy package
 for dogs under 6 months ​​

Classes held Tuesdays at 8PM

Read more about what you will learn
in STAR Puppy class:
For puppies under 6 months. The Berks Dog Training Club S.T.A.R. Puppy Program follows the program designed by the American Kennel Club to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start.  Upon completion, an AKC certificate is available for purchase through their organization.

$150 package

 Package includes; 
• 6 weeks of STAR puppy,
• 8 weeks of basic skills
• plus the balance of the year as a member   including weekly member training and more. There is a $2 online administration fee.)  

Welcome... New students & members

We have a class for you! Thursday night at 7PM your "drop in" class will meet except when we have a member match (second Thursday most months). Check your newsletter. But we would encourage even new graduates to use the match to train your dog.
*The December match has been moved to the first Thursday in recent years

Special Needs questionaire 
​for dogs 6 months and older

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Special Needs Student

    Would you and your dog like to attend a future Special Needs class? Get on the waiting list  (No charge):

Then go to "articles" and read more.

Basic Skills Package for dogs 6 months and older
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Skye and Lynn graduated from Basic Skills.

Classes held Tuesdays at 5, 6 &7PM

$115 package

 ( includes  8 weeks of basic skills plus the balance of the year as a member  including weekly member training and more. There is a $2 online administration fee.)  ​​
For dogs 6 months and older. INCLUDED IN THE BASIC SKILLS PACKAGE: $115 includes 8 weeks of basic skills plus the balance of the year as a member including weekly member training and more. There is a $2 online administration fee.  
You may also choose to print out a form and mail in a check.That is also an option.
To sign up:
​Click on the time you choose then sign up for class: 
       6PM            
    7PM        
Members: sign up for the next class on the form for the time you choose. Then, on the pay page, choose the a-la-carte price since you have already paid your dues.

B.C.D.T.C. Membership dues & more

Year round
FIRST: Sign up for Basic Skills. Each training member is required to take a basic skills class or the equivalent.

Then your first years membership is included in the basic skills class cost.
Included in your membership: weekly member training.  monthly member match ($1 cost) usually on the 2nd Thursday of the month* to check your dogs progress
Questions:

 - Members: some member only classes coming up in your
​January newsletter! -

 DATES WILL CHANGE

COMING SOON

Basic Skills & Puppy class

We suggest you don't miss any classes but especially the first 3 weeks.
​So much foundation information is included it is hard to catch up.

You are not enrolled until we receive your payment ​and form. 
Enroll online or by mail.

All Winter Classes are held indoors
​at the4H ... how to find us on the directions page

Cancellation policy for Basic Skills, S.T.A.R. and Special Needs: If you cancel before orientation you can receive a refund, less a $15 processing fee. If you cancel after orientation, NO refund will be given except for medical reasons, however you will have the option to attend a later class.