Play Clinic

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Looking to learn canine off-leash play dynamics? Maybe you’re nervous about these interactions, are unsure about what your dog is telling you during play, or even wondering if play is a good outlet for their energy! Join CIC trainer Sydney Neal for our Play Clinic, a hands-on workshop designed to help you and your dog learn the art of healthy, off-leash play!

In this session, Sydney will guide you through:

  • Understanding canine body language and play styles

  • Knowing when to step in and when to let play unfold naturally

  • Redirection techniques to keep interactions safe and fun

  • Building confidence and trust in yourself and your dog

With her background as a Fear Free Certified Professional, a Family Dog Mediator, and experienced trainer, Sydney brings a compassionate, science-backed approach that prioritizes communication, consent, and emotional wellbeing.

This clinic is perfect for families who want to help their dogs develop social skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Please note: this class is not suitable for dogs with aggression or possession issues. Book a private training session to discuss these behaviors.

Sydney began working in the dog industry in 2017 and has been training dogs professionally for over four years! Sydney also has extensive experience working at doggy daycare and off leash puppy training programs. Sydney is a Fear Free Certified Professional, a Family Dog Mediator, and an approved AKC Canine Good Citizen & STAR Puppy Evaluator. She is also currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, further deepening her understanding of behavior and the human-animal bond. In her spare time, Sydney likes to spend her days sitting in the sun with her senior golden retriever, Ace.

Schedule

Thursday March 26th from 6-7pm

Thursday April 9th from 6-7pm

Sunday April 12th from 4:30-5:30pm

Thursday April 23rd from 6:30-7:30pm

Sunday May 3rd from 4:45-5:45pm

Location

2300 Myrtle Ave, Suite 220

St. Paul, MN

Cost

$50 per session
OR
purchase 4 sessions for $180 (10% discount)

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Important information for dog training classes:

  • Click here to review CIC’s Participant Accident Waiver and Release of Liability form.

  • For puppy class:

    Puppies of all ages will need to have started their DA2PP (or equivalent) vaccine series before beginning class, ideally 7 days prior to the first day of class. We strongly encourage you to discuss other vaccines with your veterinarian, including but not limited to, Bordetella, Leptospirosis, and Canine Influenza before starting class.

    Puppies 16 weeks and older are required to have their Bordetella and Rabies vaccine.

    For all other training classes:

    Dogs 16 weeks of age and older are required to have their DA2PP(or equivalent), Bordetella, and rabies. We strongly encourage discussing other vaccinations with your veterinarian, including but not limited to leptospirosis, canine influenza, lyme.

    Proof of vaccinations are not required to be submitted before the start of class, however CIC may request records at anytime.

    Dogs completing Therapy Dog training are required to complete an Annual Health form, click to view all required veterinary items.

  • Training class participants may receive a full or partial refund if they are no longer able to

    participate in class. Refund requests must be made via email to Taylor at taylor@canineinspiredchange.org.

    Request received prior to the first day of class:

    • 7 or more days: Full refund of enrollment fee; or transfer payment to future class

    • 6 - 3 days: Partial refund of enrollment fee minus $25; or transfer payment to future class

    • 2 or less days: Partial refund of enrollment fee minus $50; or transfer payment to future class

    • Withdrawal after class session has started: Transfer payment to future class

    Training teams that are unable to complete a training class due to trainer recommendation may receive a full refund based on trainer and CIC staff discretion.

  • Each training class will have different recommendations for training tools, treats, and equipment. CIC will reach out to you about 1 week before the start of your class with more information and what to expect. If you did not receive this email, check your spam folder.

  • We offer financial assistance for both private training and training classes. Scholarships are available to help cover part or all of your training. Click here to apply!

  • Puppy Class:

    In order to graduate as an AKC STAR Puppy, students may not miss any classes.

    Foundational Skills:

    Students cannot miss more than 1 class session in order to move into Therapy Dog training class.

    Therapy Dog Training:

    Attendance at the first and final class sessions are mandatory. You will not bring your dog to the first session. Evaluations will be held on the final day of class. In order to be eligible for evaluation participants can miss no more than 1 class session. Anyone who wishes to volunteer as a CIC therapy dog team must be present with their dog throughout training.

    With all dog training classes, we recommend selecting a class in which you can attend all classes. Dogs (and humans!) best learn through consistency.