Now Offering Group Training Classes
Build skills, confidence, and a stronger bond with your dog. Our new group classes are taught right here at the shelter by our Behavior team and Speak Fido Dog Training.
Meet Your Instructors
Megan Cavassa, Founder of Speak Fido Dog Training
Jewelie, Behavior & Training Manager, WVHS
Our shelter Behavior staff and Speak Fido teach every class together, so you get expert instruction and support from people who know how dogs learn.
AVAILABLE Training Classes
Reactive Rover: 6-Week Course to a Peaceful Pup
For dogs who bark, jump, lunge, growl, snarl, snap, or bite at strange dogs or people. These dogs may feel overstimulated, frustrated, fearful, or aggressive. You’ll learn to:
Recognize your dog’s early warning signs of reactivity
Use practical skills to calm your dog when they react
Help your dog build tolerance to everyday triggers
Who it’s for: Dogs 12 months and older. Dogs with a bite history, a history of aggression toward people or dogs, or a Wenatchee Animal Control record are screened case by case. Not sure if your dog qualifies? Send us an email at: behavior@wenatcheehumane.org or give us a call at: (509)888-3459
When: Sundays, 5:30-6:30 pm
Up coming classes starting November 1st through mid December.
Where: WVHS Training Arena
Cost: $375
Class size: 2-4 students (waitlist if full)
Polished Pup: 5-Week Course to a Well-Mannered Dog
For dogs who are jumpy, mouthy, pull on leash, or get overexcited around people. You’ll learn to:
Use calming strategies when your dog is overstimulated, at home or in public
Teach your dog calm behaviors at home
Teach your dog to greet people politely
Who it’s for: Dogs 10 months and older. Unaltered dogs are welcome, but females in heat need to stay home until their cycle is over. This class isn’t suitable for dogs with a bite history, aggression toward people or dogs. Not sure if your dog qualifies? Send us an email at: behavior@wenatcheehumane.org or give us a call at: (509)888-3459
When: Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm
Cost: $250
Class size: 3-6 students (waitlist if full). Class starts November 9th.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
Private Training with your dog
Looking to move beyond “sit” and “stay” and into confident, cooperative companionship? Meet Megan Cavassa, founder of Speak Fido Dog Training. Megan’s credentials speak volumes: she began her journey in 2010, trained through the Animal Behavior College’s Canine Obedience Instructor program, and subscribes to the L.I.M.A. (least intrusive, minimally aversive) philosophy and positive reinforcement methods.
In her work here in the Wenatchee Valley — including her time as behavior consultant for the shelter — she’s helped both everyday families and shelter dogs turn training into trust. Her accreditations include Fear Free Certified Professional, Dog Bite Prevention Educator, and membership in the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.
Whether you’re interested in group classes so your dog can socialize and learn with others, or private one-on-one sessions tailored to your dog’s quirks and your lifestyle, Megan’s got you covered. Dive deeper into her approach and schedule on her website: SpeakFidoDogs.com — and let’s turn “just adopted” into “confident companion.”
POST ADOPTION DOG TRAINING
With Stephanie Ko
Free class every first Saturday of the Month from 3 to 3:30pm. This class will give you wonderful information about dog behavior and how to train your dog after adopting them.
Please do not bring your pup to this class - this is for people only!
Every first Saturday of the Month | 3:00 to 3:30pm