Senior Enrichment
Our training programs for senior dogs focus on mental stimulation, gentle physical exercise, and adapting to their changing needs, helping them stay confident, comfortable, and connected to you through their golden years.
why Senior Dog training matters
Training isn’t just for puppies - senior dogs benefit from continued learning too! As dogs age, they may face mobility challenges, sensory changes, or cognitive decline, but engaging in training helps keep their minds sharp and their bodies active.
Whether it’s reinforcing good manners, learning new tricks, or adapting to changing needs, senior training enhances their quality of life and strengthens your bond.
Old Dogs, New Tricks
6 weekly sessions | $240
This is a fun and enriching class designed just for senior dogs! Through age-appropriate movement exercises, cognitive games, and social engagement, we help keep your older pup’s mind sharp and body strong.
This class is all about aging gracefully while continuing to enjoy quality training time with their favorite person - you! After all, why should younger dogs have all the fun?
Senior dogs must be in good health and comfortable around other dogs to participate.
TRAINING FOR EVERY STAGE
continuing Ed Classes
Senior dogs are welcome to participate in our Adolescent & Adult Training programs, where they can continue building skills, strengthening their bond with you, and staying mentally and physically engaged.
ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING
Individual Private Lessons
Private lessons provide personalized training tailored to your dog's unique needs and your specific goals. They’re a great option if:
You need help with behavior challenges such as fear, anxiety, or aggression.
Your schedule or situation prevents participation in our group classes.
You have specific training goals beyond our foundation Life Skills & Manners curriculum.
You have very small children who you want involved in the training process.
Your dog is too young (under 11 weeks) for a group class
Private Lessons, $125 per hour, at our center or your home. Additional rates may apply for travel outside of Chico, CA. Contact our training coordinator to arrange your program. Phone or text 530-228-2822. Email training@thecanineconnection.com
All of our dogs have loved the canine connection!
We have been including Canine Connection classes/training/boarding for the past 15 years. Dr Sarah and her staff have helped to get our last puppy to come out of his shell, and he shines with confidence now.
We have learned so much and are always pleased with the classes and behavior of our dogs. The Canine Connections staff absolutely love dogs and take such great care of them.
- ANGELA HORSWILL
