ATTENTION: NEW PUPPY OWNERS Linda will be having obedience classes on Saturday mornings at 11:00am at Miles River Training Kennel in Ipswich starting March 6th. All breeds ages 4 months and up. Call Linda for more info at 978-500-5150. *Also offering in-kennel training, $350.00 per week. Private or Semi-private Training lessons will be held through out the week at Linda's (Paradise Rd., Ipswich,Ma.) Please call in advance to schedule your lesson 978-500-5150. ATTENTION: Classes are on-going through  fall & winter. Check the website the night before for cancellations. At NordOsten Kennel Beginner/Intermediate Obedience/Behavioral Class from 9:00am-10:00am on Sundays at NordOsten Kennel in Rowley. Brandon Hayes is the instructor. Class will be on-going through the Winter. Cost is $25.00 per class, drop in. This class will cover motivational techniques and basic obedience commands. Open to all breeds ages 4 months and up. Dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and free of parasites.  Advanced Obedience/Behavior Class from 10:00am to 11:00am on Sundays at NordOsten Kennel in Rowley. Brandon Hayes will be the instructor. This class will be on-going through the Winter. Cost is $25.00 per class, drop in. Class will cover behavioral issues and work on advanced obedience commands. This is a very informative & fun class. Open to all breeds. For dogs 6 months and up. You can join in at any time, just call ahead and let us know you are coming. Must have prior obedience. All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations & free of parasites. Classes are held at 80 Leslie Rd., in Rowley. Bring doggie waste bags. Call Cathy for directions. Puppy Socialization Class for pups 10 weeks old - 3 months old will be held on Saturdays from 10:00am to 11:00am, $20.00 per class. Same as class below except for younger pups and emphasizes more on socializing with other pups. These are on-going, drop-in, pay as you go classes. Call or email Cathy to sign up 978-432-1235 or vonbarrenberg@verizon.net Beginner Obedience/Motivational Class on Saturdays from 9:00am to 10:00am. For pups/dogs ages 4 months & up.  Pups will work on their social skills, practice obedience and build motivation. If time permits, we will work on building confidence with agility equipment. Bring favorite treats & toy/ball. Must have current vaccinations.  Classes will be held at 80 Leslie Rd. in Rowley, drive past house to the barn, plenty of parking. $20.00 per class. Bring doggie waste bags. These are on-going, drop-in, pay as you go classes. Contact Cathy by phone or email to sign up for the class & for directions. 978-432-1235, or email vonbarrenberg@verizon.net Hope to see you there!  Check out this page for class cancellations.	Long down/stays MILES RIVER TRAINING PROGRAM Inhouse training school, designed to develop, Attention, Behavior & Confidence , besides Obedience. Training is done in a manner to develop attitude needed to achieve an off-leash obedience dog. Miles River accepts almost any dog for training. Exceptions are based on ages and temperments. Our in-house program is almost 16 years old, and has had great success. Over the years, dogs have come here from many states, not just Ma. There will be more info and references shortly , Call or E-mail Linda mrkennelddrdogs@aol.com or 978-500-5150 It is very important to start training & socializing your pups as soon as possible. Socializing & training away from your home environment helps build confidence. It is important that your pup does not become "fearfull of the unknown". This may happen if your pup is not socialized properly, so please make sure your pup is getting out into the world so he can learn that there is nothing to fear! A properly trained & socialized dog makes a better family member! Here is the International Therapy Dog website http://tdi-dog.org/whatdo.html
Obedience Class on sundays
Korrie doing an agility demo. Agility is a great way for you and your dog to exercise & have fun (must have obedience training). It's a great confidense booster too!	Cathy's "play" yard
School's in session!	Obstacle training is a great way to boost confidence and have fun with your dog.
Theo (sired by Bullet), learning to herd sheep!	Janet Skijorring with Elle & Onyx.
Gunther sledding with Linda	Puppy class on saturdays. German Shepherds are very versatile and love to learn new things. A bored dog can get very destructive and develope behavioral problems. Winter is a long season, so be sure to join a training class or try something new, your dog will love you for it!