Group manners
Playdates not much fun? Social skills and manners around other dogs.

Playdates not so much fun? Group manners sessions help your dog stay calm, polite and responsive around other dogs and people, which is where good training proves itself.
Who this is for
- Dogs who get over-excited around other dogs
- Owners preparing for parks, patios and visits
- Graduates who want to keep their skills sharp
What you can expect
- Calm greetings and polite play
- Focus on you in a distracting setting
- Practice in a controlled environment
How it works
Reserve a spot
Groups are kept small. Call or enroll online to hold a place.
Structured practice
Dogs work around each other with Pat guiding every owner.
Questions about group manners
Is group manners suitable for an aggressive dog?
Not as a first step. Dogs with aggression toward other dogs should start with a private behavior session. Pat will tell you when your dog is ready for a group.
Other training programs
- Behavior modification and aggressionAggression, reactivity, biting, anxiety and the problems other trainers could not fix.
- Puppy trainingStart right. House manners, leash skills, boundaries and confidence for puppies.
- Adult dog obedienceObedience and manners for adult dogs, rescues and dogs with a history.
- German Shepherd trainingSpecialist training for German Shepherds since 1992, from puppies to protection.
- In-home trainingCan’t come to the training center? The Dog Man will come to you.
Enroll your dog today
Tell Pat about your dog and the issue. He answers his own phone and will tell you honestly how he can help.