Seminars

Join us at one of our seminars! 
Freaking Out Fido! Cautious Dogs Seminar


​Is your dog sensitive to noise? Clings to you like Velcro? Afraid of people new places, the car, etc? Then this seminar is for you!

Learn how to recognize the subtle and not so subtle ways your dog is trying to say help me! We Explain methods of calming your dog and ways to teach him to be brave.  This is a practical guide for you and your freaking out Fido!  

​Please leave your fur baby in the comfort of his home!
  • ​Hosted in Humane Society of West Michigan's Training Center: 3077 Wilson Dr. NW
  • $45 fee​​​
DATES: 
​March 5th, 2022 - 1 - 4 PM
November 5th, 2022 - 1 - 4 PM
Sign up HERE.​
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​Questions? Email: obedienceclass@hswestmi.org
Therapy Dog Seminar
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Have your dog help others! This seminar will include what is involved in therapy work, what temperament is best suited for therapy work, expectations during therapy work, and will help determine if it's right for you and your dog. This seminar is being provided at no cost by West Michigan Therapy Dogs Inc.

  • Please pre-register by registering HERE
  • Hosted in Humane Society of West Michigan's Training Center: 3077 Wilson Dr. NW
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DATE:
August 6th, 2022 - 1 - 2 PM


Baby Ready Pets Seminar
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A common reason animals are surrendered to a shelter is due to them not adjusting well to a new baby in the household. Be sure to start your pet off on the right foot by preparing him/her for the new arrival. 
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  • Hosted via Zoom! After you sign up you receive an email with the Zoom link. 
  • $25 Fee
  • Seminars are held on selected Monday nights

DATES: 
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April 4th, 2022 - 6 - 7:30 PM
November 21st, 2022 - 6 - 7:30 PM

Sign up HERE. 

​Questions? Email: obedienceclass@hswestmi.org

Can't make it to one of our Baby Ready Seminars? Check out the resources below: