Get help with a problem, explore an area of interest or come for fun. The San Francisco Bay Area has so much to offer the humans that live and play with their pets here. Metro Dog wants to keep you informed, entertained and educated about important topics in pet care and environmentally, socially conscious choices.

To build a fun and successful relationship with your dog it is necessary to embrace the unique traits, experiences and skills that are your dog. My hope is to guide you to see the best your dog has to offer and show you how to use it to build the relationship you want.

INSTRUCTOR: All of our basic training classes are led by Alison Smith, CTC, Metro Dog's head of training and behavior. We are proud to be the new home of Canine Culture!

BOOKING INFORMATION: For more information or to book, please contact Alison Smith at training@metrodog.com.

Teach your dog to find your keys - your child - your remote. Put Fido's nose to work while having fun with your dog. Take your training to the next level:

• shaping behavior with clickers
• Play Train - using games to build rapid responses
• speaking dog - using your body language to guide your dog, silently

Does your dog go nuts when another dog goes by? This workshop is for you. Learn how to teach your dog to ignore other dogs, how to handle and get control of your dog and enjoy walking.

Real life practice for anyone looking to improve their dog's trail manners. Group meets at the Albany Bulb.

This is a drop in social group event. Please email us before if you plan to attend.

Walking nicely on a leash in all situations is so important to your relationship with your dog. It is also one of the most difficult things to teach your dog. Many people and dogs leave basic obedience classes without mastering this activity. The frustration of getting dragged down the street means your dog doesn't get to go on walks with you, and you spend less time together.

1 Day workshops and 4 week classes cover skills, equipment and Real Life practice.