Zen Dog
January 25, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$40
Meet the team
Cassandra
Animal Behavior & Enrichment Supervisor
Alex
Animal Behavior & Enrichment Specialist
ZEN DOG class is for dogs 4 months and older at the start of class. Dogs spend most of their day naturally engaging with the environments around them. This session will focus solely on providing tools and an environment to help your dog relax.
This class is a one-time session where owners are provided the foundation to continue relaxed observation games in the real-world.
Fees
$40, one 50-minute lesson.
Note about Treats
The best way to train your pet is through the proper use of positive reinforcement and rewards. Please bring plenty of high-value treats to class, such as cut-up hot dogs, cheese, chicken, and chewy training treats. You’ll likely use more than you think!
Class Requirements
ITEMS NEEDED – Treats, familiar bed/blanket, (we provide KONGS), 6-foot leash, standard collar/harness. It is highly recommended to take your dog on a brief walk prior to class.
For sensitive stomachs or selective eaters, please bring your dog’s favorite edible chew item.
PRE-REQUISTES – There are no prerequisites for Zen Dog. This class will not focus on addressing reactivity or fear.
ITEMS NEEDED – Standard flat or martingale collar and a 6 foot standard leash. Correctly fitted body-harnesses are also allowed. Pinch collars, head halters, electronic collars, or retractable leashes are not permitted. Small, bite-sized treats in a pouch or bag.
VACCINATION RECORDS – All adult dogs are required to be date on both distemper (DHPP/DHLPP) and rabies vaccines. Puppies are required to have age appropriate vaccinations based on veterinarian recommendation. Bordetella is highly recommended.
Your pet’s records need to be received prior to class start.
Please email your dogs vaccination records to dogtraining@arl-iowa.org
Please have the owner’s name, the dog’s name and the class dates clearly identified.
DOG POLICIES – Females currently “IN HEAT” (estrus day 1 – day 21) are not allowed in classes. If this becomes a concern, please contact the Training Department at dogtraining@arl-iowa.org.
REGISTRATION – Register by clicking on the class dates you are interested in. You will be stepped through the online registration process. Payment will be through the online registration system. No registration will be considered confirmed without payment.
