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Tuesday - 10:00 to 7:00*
Saturday - 10:00 to 3:00
Sunday - 11:00 to 2:00
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Public Classes

Thank you for your interest in our classes. We have lots of fun group and people classes planned and lots more to schedule. New classes are posted regularly.

Problem Solving Classes

Don’t Relinquish Your Dog, Relinquish the Behaviors!
There are many ways to address problem behaviors like jumping up, barking, canine rivalry, begging, separation anxiety, counter surfing and stool eating, etc. Join us with CPDT certified trainer, Linda Lelak to explore, manage and resolve some of these simple but intolerable behaviors that lead to animal shelter relinquishment. Each week will focus on a selection of topics posted below: There are six dog/handler spaces and six observer spaces available. Minimum of three people needed to hold class.

Handler/Dog $45.00 per class/pet Register Here
Observer (No Dog) $35.00 per class/person Register Here

Monday March 8^th, 2010 7-8:30pm Problem Solving: Stool Eating(Coprophagia), Digging, Recalls, and Inattentiveness
Monday March 15^th, 2010 7-8:30pm Problem Solving: Housetraining, Canine Rivalry and Resource Guarding

Train Your Dog Seminar

Join Bucks County SPCA for a Train Your Dog Seminar with CPDT certified trainer, Diane Herstine. Learn about different training philosophies, techniques and motivators to keep you and your dog on the path to training success. This seminar is for people only! Pre-registration is required. Mail you registration to Bucks County SPCA, Train Your Dog Seminar, P.O. Box 277, Lahaska PA 18931. Email questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Tuesday, March 9th 6-8pm

Bucks County SPCA Education Center

Cost: $5.00 class fee Register Here

Canine Good Citizens Class & Test:

Is your dog a Canine Good Citizen (CGC)? He/she could be! This is a great class enroll in after basic obedience. It is recommended that all dog be familiar with sit, lie down and heel before enrolling in CGC. Bucks County SPCA's CGC class will be held for one hour weekly for 6 weeks, with testing for Canine Good Citizen Certification scheduled for the last class. Pre-registration is required. For more information about Canine Good Citizens check out this brochure or email questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Let us know if your dog has never attended group classes before.
Cost: $100/per dog

Don't forget to download your copy of the CGC Booklet for more information about the testing criteria and what to bring with you to the CGC test.

CGC for 2010

September 14th - October 19th, Tuesday Nights 7-8pm/Test date October 19th: Register Here

CGC Test Night, Tuesday April 6th is open to the public. Register Now! $25.00 per dog, pre-registration required. Please submit your registration form and full payment to:

Bucks County SPCA, P.O. Box 277, Lahaska PA 18931 or
Fax to 215-794-2750 with credit card payment

Puppy Star Class: Starting Soon!

Brand new for 2010! Puppy Star is an early prep class for Canine Good Citizenship designed just for puppies 8 weeks to 11 months. This is a great class to follow basic obedience to help you and your puppy reach for the stars. Continue to enforce the basics; sit, down, heel, giving up toys, handling and puppy playtime. Bucks County SPCA's Puppy Star class will be held for one hour weekly for 6 weeks, with testing for Puppy Star Certification scheduled for the last class. Pre-registration is required. For more information about AKC Puppy Star Program, check out this Puppy Star Brochure or email questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Let us know if your puppy has never attended group classes before.
Cost: $100/per dog

March 4th - April 8th, 2010, Thursday Nights 7-8pm/Test date April 8th: Register Here!

September 16th - October 21st , Thursday Nights 7-8pm/Test date October 21st: Register Here!

Introduction to Obedience for Puppies (Under 4 months)

Calling all puppies under 4 month old. This is a special class just for you! You can learn your name, how to walk on a leash, sit, lie down and stay. Just two easy, one hour classes will prepare you for an obedience class. Don't forget to bring your parents. They can learn how to socialize you, teach you how to take treats nicely, and learn about appropriate mouthing. This is a great place to start socializing so sign up today. Spring and April are just around the corner! We need at least four participants to hold this class. Pre registration required. Additional information available here..
Cost: $50.00/per puppy

Saturday, April 17th and 24th from 9-10 am Register Here!

Sponsor a Workshop or Pet Educational Class!

*Are you interested in sponsoring a workshop or pet educational class? If so, contact Diane at (215) 794-7425 ext 101 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

If you need behavior help, please call our behavior hotline (215) 794-7425 for free help and see the section on Behavior Hotline to view some printable handouts.