Free class
Park Practice
Free
Practice around real distractions in a low-pressure park session.
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Belleville Park group classes
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Small groups, real pictures, simple choices. No payment today. Mitchell confirms your spot first.
Belleville Park, NJ$25 per class$65 for all three
Pick a program
Training paths for where you are right now.
Start with a free park session, a simple group class, private coaching, or the puppy program. The calendar below handles group class dates.
Entry level
Group Class
$25
per class
Build foundation skills in a supportive small-group setting.
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Most popular
Private Training
$50-$75
per session
Get one-on-one coaching for the goal that needs a closer look.
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Premium
Puppy Foundations Program
$1,199
Follow a proven 8-week roadmap with 16 private coaching sessions.
Explore ProgramHow class works
One hour, broken into short practice rounds.
Each class is one hour long, but dogs are not expected to work nonstop. Most dogs train well for about 15-25 minutes at a time, and puppies usually need even shorter windows.
First focus
Talk, demo, practice.
I explain what we are working on, how to do it, and the common mistakes to avoid. Then we practice while I coach each team.
Reset
Breaks are part of training.
Dogs get water, sniff, settle, and reset. While they break, I introduce and demonstrate the next skill.
Second round
Playful, rewarding practice in a real environment.
We do another short practice session with feedback, keeping the work fun and clear. All the while, dogs are learning to stay calmer, more neutral, and more focused on you around park distractions.
Class calendar
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Add one class, multiple classes, or a full week. Your selections stay in the registration list while you compare dates.
Upcoming classes
Next available dates
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Calendar is open below
Mon15Jun
Beginner$256-7pm
Loose Leash Walking
Calmer walks without constant pulling.
Tue16Jun
Beginner$256-7pm
Focus and Engagement
Better attention when the world gets busy.
Wed17Jun
Beginner$256-7pm
Recall
A stronger response when you call.
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Learn more about the trainer
Mitchell Kilkenny brings Search and Rescue K9 handling into everyday dog training.
Classes are shaped by real-world handling: reading the dog in front of us, building clearer communication, and practicing around distractions that actually show up in daily life.
Small groups, practical reps, and patient coaching from someone training dogs where the skills have to hold up.
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Ready?
Start with one good class.
Simple, real-world training you can keep using at home.
Beginner Basics
Small Group Class
Beginner Basics is designed as a three-class series. You can still sign up for just one class, but all three together give your dog the cleanest progression.
Loose Leash Walking
Learn how to reward the moments your dog checks in, reset before pulling turns into a fight, and make walks feel more predictable.
Focus and Engagement
Build engagement, clean resets, and starter heeling patterns so your dog can come back to you mentally instead of scanning everything else.
Recall
Practice recall as a repeatable game, not a one-time command, with rewards and movement that make coming back worth it.
Private Training
Custom 1:1 coaching
Send a private lesson request, and Mitchell will call within 24 hours to schedule.
A plan for your dog, your goals, your neighborhood, and the situations that keep repeating.
Hands-on coaching for timing, leash handling, rewards, body language, and repeatable practice.
Missed private lessons require at least 24 hours advance cancellation.
Private puppy coaching
Raise your puppy right from the beginning.
Limited availabilityIn-person coaching
Puppy Foundations Program
An 8-week private coaching program with a clear roadmap from puppy chaos to a well-mannered companion.
The package
Everything you need to build the right habits early.
Every lesson builds on the previous one, so you always know what to practice and how to keep progressing.
16
private sessions
8
structured weeks
Unlimited
text support
Included
future group classes
Personalized homework and coaching
Real-world training exercises
What You'll Learn
Potty training
Crate training
Leash walking
Socialization & exposure
Puppy biting
Recall & coming when called
Focus around distractions
Place command
Public training
Problem solving & troubleshooting
Week-by-Week Curriculum
Weeks 1-2
Home habits: potty training, crate training, puppy biting, and your daily routine.
Weeks 3-4
Communication: leash skills, focus, place command, and calm behavior.
Weeks 5-6
Confidence: socialization, exposure, recall, and working around distractions.
Weeks 7-8
Real life: public practice, troubleshooting, and a plan for continued progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an online course?
No. Puppy Foundations is an in-person private coaching program.
How often do we meet?
You will meet twice per week for eight weeks, for a total of 16 private sessions.
Can I ask questions between sessions?
Yes. Text support is included so you can get help while you practice at home.
Is This Program Right For My Puppy?
This program is ideal for first-time puppy owners or anyone who wants a structured plan and professional guidance during their puppy's most important developmental months. It is designed for puppies and young dogs who need strong foundations at home and in the real world.
Limited availability
Puppy Foundations Program
Instead of booking random private sessions, follow a proven step-by-step roadmap.
Send a registration request today. Mitchell will call first to answer questions and make sure the program is a good fit for your puppy.
Investment
$1,199