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Puppy and Family Dog programs





Early training and proper socialization helps prevent dogs from ending up in a shelter.



SAMS Puppy program


This program follows the AKC STAR PUPPY Curriculum. It is designed to help you understand the importance of early socialization(exposure), proper training, stages of development, bite inhibition, and house training. We also go over puppy management and exercise, problem-solving, food bowl exercises, handling and restraint, safety and poison control, and basic manners: sit, down, come, stay, wait, targeting, leash walking, and more! AKC STAR PUPPY Testing is optional at the end of the program. Our AKC STAR Puppy Evaluator teaches this program.

Start Date: March 3,2026

Time: 6pm - 7pm

This program meets once a week for six weeks.


SAMS puppy patch program



Continuing onto Puppy 2 program after completing puppy school is one of the best ways to build on your dog's foundation and set them up for lifelong success. Puppy 2 strengthens those early skills by adding real-world challenges, distractions, and new commands that help your dog stay focused and responsive in any environment. Our Puppy (2) Patch program will get your pup ready for the Canine Good Citizen, and the canine adolescent stage. By progressing to the next level, you're not just maintaining good behavior--you're shaping a confident, well-mannered companion who can handle the world with calmness and confidence.

Start Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Time: 6pm - 7pm

This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.





CALLING ALL PUPPIES!!





Being Proactive about your puppy's physical and mental development will help ensure a well-mannered dog in the future.



Practical puppy program



This program covers all the basics your puppy should know: sit, down, come, stay, stand, wait, and loose leash walking. Plus household manners, calm meet-n-greets, door manners, attention and focus during distractions, impulse control games, and more!

Start Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.



COMBO COURSE



BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

2 programs in one course!

This program will set your dog up for success to a Novice Trick Title with AKC and Do More With Your Dog. Testing is optional.

You can also earn your FIT Dog Title.

Bonus: Impulse Control Games! A must have for active dogs!

Start Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.



HYBRID COURSE



This course is full.



New Programs Coming Soon!



We have some very exciting new programs this year! Check back soon!



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Family Dog Programs





Building Better Behaviors Through Clear Communication.



Basic Manners & More



SAMS Basic Manners & More Program is designed to help you pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. Testing is not mandatory for participation. We build on existing behaviors learned in puppy school and add more stationary exercises. This program will help with loose leash walking, and we add fun games to help your dog become more fluent and cooperative in their skills and handling. (sitting politely for petting, coming when called, staying in place, and more)

Start Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Time: 6pm - 7pm

This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.



Intermediate Manners & More



(Prerequisite: Basic Manners & More)

This is a Fun and Fast paced program that is tailored to your dog's skills, and we put those skills to the test! We'll be adding distance and distractions to their basics while proofing their skills. The location of this program may change to accommodate training needs and testing. The AKC CGCA testing is offered at the end of this program but not mandatory for participation.



Advanced Manners & More



(Prerequisite:Basic Manners & More) Location! Location! Location! Location matters! We will be building on the existing behaviors while learning new behaviors with real life rewards including stopping at street corners, ignoring food on the sidewalk, walking on different surfaces and more! This program meets at different locations. The AKC Urban CGC Test will be offered at the end of the program but is not mandatory for participation.

Start Date: Thursday, March 26,2026

THIS CLASS IS FULL.



private canine training/behavior package



Need one-on-one training or behavior modification? Private training/behavior packages are booked out in four sessions. Each session is one hour long, and we meet once a week. Clients have a total of six weeks to complete their four one-hour sessions. Exceptions apply.

Once you are registered and payment has been made, we will call you to schedule your sessions. If you have any questions or concerns please call us at the training center. We are happy to help. 814-724-7391

Private one-on-one at the training center $290 total for four sessions.

Family Dog Training for two dogs is $380 for four one-hour sessions.


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Seasonal Programs



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Canine Scent & Canine Dance



Open to ALL Canines



Discover the perfect balance of fun and focus with our unique dual training program that combines Canine Scent Work and Canine Dance--Two exciting ways to strengthen your bond with your dog while building confidence, coordination, and communication. In scent work, your dog learns to use their natural abilities in a rewarding, mentally stimulating way, while canine dance channels that same focus into joyful, expressive movement set to music. Together, the programs create a well-rounded training experience that keeps both mind and body active.

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This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.



Holiday Manners



Open to all Canines



SAMS Holiday Manners

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This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.

Before the holidays are one of the most important times to brush up on good manners. This program is designed to help your dog handle all the excitement, guests, and temptations that come with the season. Lessons taught: stay calm, sit, stay, leave it, polite greetings and other skills that keep your dog safe and make them a joy to have around family and friends.



SAMS SPRING SAMPLER


Open to all Canines


Start Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

This program meets once a week for six weeks


S.A.M.S. Spring Sampler--A fresh, high-energy class designed to showcase just how fun and versatile training can be. This Unique offering blends 20 creative dog tricks using a single prop, the precision and teamwork of AKC Rally Obedience, and the excitement of hoop-based dog tricks into one dynamic experience. Each session keeps dogs mentally engaged while building confidence, focus and responsiveness, all through positive, reward-based training. Perfect for exploring new skills or an ideal way to refresh your training and provide your dog with plenty of mental enrichment!

This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.




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2026 Summer water programs



SAMS has a variety of summer/fall programs. Find us on Facebook or call us to enroll in a program



SAMS S.P.L.A.S.H.



Beginners-Advanced



Start Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Cost: $130 total.

This program meets one hour a week for week for six weeks.

More information coming soon!



SAMS SPLASHING TAILS



Beginners- Open to all breeds



Start Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Time: 6pm-7pm

Cost: $130. This program meets one hour a week for six weeks.

More info coming soon!!



SAMS POOL PAWS



Keep your dog happy and active



SAMS POOL PAWS WILL BE OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT SOON!


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13857 North Wayland Rd
Meadville, PA 16335



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