Foundations Life Skills Group
Schedule
Tue Jun 02 2026 at 06:15 pm to 07:15 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Central Nebraska Humane Society | Grand Island, NE
πΎ GROUP CLASS: Adult Foundations πΎ
This 6 week class is designed for adult dogs who missed early learning opportunities or need help strengthening foundational life skills - beyond basic obedience.
Adult Foundations focuses on building the whole picture, including:
β’ Emotional regulation and coping skills
β’ Impulse control and calm decision-making
β’ Real-life leash skills and focus
β’ Calm greetings with people
β’ Foundational social skills around other dogs
β’ Structured exposure that prioritizes comfort, choice, and emotional safety
This is a behavior focused program built to help dogs learn how to think, settle, and respond in real-world situations.
πΆ This class is a good fit for dogs who:
βοΈ Are 12 months and older
βοΈ Struggle with over-arousal, impulse control, or focus
βοΈ Need help with leash skills or greetings
βοΈ Missed early foundations or need skill refreshers
βοΈ Can work in a structured group setting with space and support
π« This class is NOT the right fit for dogs who:
β Have a recent bite history
β Display severe aggression toward people or dogs
β Are unable to remain under threshold in a group environment
(Dogs with higher-intensity behaviors may be better supported through private sessions or the Calm & Confident Canines program.)
π 6-Week Group Class
β± 60-minute sessions
π° $200 total
Spots will be limited to keep the environment calm and supportive.
π© Questions or interest?
π§ [email protected]
π 308-258-0580
If youβve been looking for a thoughtful, structured class to help your adult dog build stronger foundations.... this may be the right fit. πΎπ
πΎ NEW Puppy & Adolescent Life Skills Classes - Starting January! πΎ
Real-life skills taught by an Animal Behaviorist at Charlotteβs Behavior Corner (Not just basic obedience!)
π DECEMBER ENROLLMENT BONUS π
Enroll by December 31st and receive:
π FREE Quick Paws Session (all December enrollments)
π FREE Christmas-themed snuffle mat. First 4 enrollments only!
Same class pricing. Extra holiday support. Limited-time bonus!
πΌ Puppy Life Skills
Ages: 12 weeks - 6 months (no younger for safety)
π 5 weeks β’ π° $180
Focus: Early socialization, bite inhibition, polite manners, enrichment, crate skills, cooperative care, intro leash skills + basics (sit, touch, recall).
π§ Adolescent Life Skills
Ages: 7- 12 months
π 6 weeks β’ π° $200
Focus: Impulse control, real-world manners, greetings, leash work, recall, settling, managing hormone-fueled chaos, and preventing future problem behaviors.
π Register by emailing:
π§ [email protected]
π΅ Payment options:
PayPal: @ChasityCross220
Venmo: @Chasity-Cross-87
π Locations:
Dannebrog (Sun) β’ Grand Island (Tues)
π Start: June 2nd
(Exact days/times finalized once rosters fill)
π¬ Message me with questions!
πΎ Foundations Group - Grand Island
Real-life skills for real-life dogs.
This 6-week class is designed for dogs 7+ months to build:
β calm leash skills & focus
β impulse control & recall
β polite greetings
β confidence in everyday situations
π Starting early June (around June 2nd)
π Central Nebraska Humane Society
π Week 1 is humans only (we set you up for success!)
πΆ Weeks 2β6 are hands-on with your dog.
Spots are limited to keep the environment calm, structured, and supportive.
π§Ύ $200 total for full six week series or $40 per individual class. Makeup classes are available. π
π Returning clients are always welcome!
πΎ Working with a foster dog? Message me, Iβd love to help support you!
π Message to reserve your spot or ask questions!
Where is it happening?
Central Nebraska Humane Society, 1312 Sky Park Rd, Grand Island, NE 68801, United StatesUSD 0.00







