First Class Canine: September
 
 
First Class Canine Sessions
 
Join us on Saturday mornings for a 4-week intensive training session for only $100! Classes begin on Saturday, September 12 and there are TWO TIMES AVAILABLE!
Saturdays: 8:30 - 9:30 am OR 10 - 11 am
We will work on the following skills and discuss how to use them in everyday situations.
  • Loose Leash Walking & Leash Manners
  • Impulse Control
  • Commands: "Sit", "Wait", "Leave it"
  • Dog skills & Play-styles
  • Interacting with people wearing masks
 
Classes will take place in the HSC parking lot.
  • Limit 6-8 people per session to practice responsible social-distancing
  • Masks required
 
8:30 - 9:30 am Class Sign-Up
10:00 - 11:00 am Class Sign-Up
 
 
Puppy Socialization Classes
 
Join us on Sunday mornings from 8:30 - 9:30 am in the HSC parking lot for puppy socialization.
Classes take place on Sunday, September 6th and Sunday, September 20th at the Humane Society of Charlotte.
$30 per class; pre-registration required.
We will work on socializing puppies:
  • to other dogs
  • to strangers
  • to new places
  • to new items
  • to humans wearing masks
Puppies must be between the ages of 8 weeks and 4 months old.
  • 10 people maximum per class to maintain responsible social distancing
  • Masks required
 
All participating puppies must be up-to-date on vaccinations based on their age and must not be exhibiting symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, or flu-like symptoms 24-48 hours prior to class to prevent the spread of common canine diseases.
 
September 6th Sign-Up
September 20 Sign-Up
 
 
Join us from 8:30 - 9:30 am
  • Sunday, September 13
  • Sunday, September 27
 
NEW! Adult Dog Play & Socialization Classes
 
Adult dog playgroup and play styles back by popular demand!!! Sign your dog and learn how to help your dog have successful play with dogs of a variety of play styles. The HSC behavior team will give tips, plans and tools to help you and your dog feel more comfortable with dog play. After this class, enjoy a relaxed dog that wants to sleep the rest of the day.
Dogs must be at least 5 months old and up-to-date on vaccinations.
 
September 13 Sign-Up
September 27th Sign-Up
 
 
Meet Zach Boerboom
HSC Behavior Programs Manager
Zach started shelter work at 19 years old, working at the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri, doing 15,000 intakes a year. He was an integral part of progressing that shelter toward no-kill status. He received formal training on technical training plans, the subtle details of marginal dogs, innovative dog training plans, and focused on treating every dog as an individual. Zach helps to create environments that allowed for learning, enrichment and community involvement at HSC and joined the HSC team September 2018. Zach's training methods are based on positive-reinforcement, rewards, and human-canine trust.
 
Humane Society of Charlotte | 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203