The SFSPCA holds several free introductory, lecture classes on dog behavior. People only; no dogs allowed.

These are drop-in classes; no registration is required. Check the SFSPCA events calendar for days and times.

Classes are held at the main SFSPCA facility at 243 Alabama Street (near 16th and Bryant), and at the smaller SFSPCA site at 2343 Fillmore Street (near California St.) Click here for a map.

New Dog 101 is a information and question-and-answer session with an SFSPCA dog trainer. Class is 1 and 1/2 hours, and is held about twice a month. Discussion topics include: New dog management; Housetraining, Crate training, Exercise, Impulse control, and more.

Puppy Parent Orientation for puppy parents or people thinking about adding a puppy to their life. Class is 1 hour, held one to three times a month. Discussion topics include: New puppy management in the home; Success in housetraining; Crate training; The importance of early socialization; Controlling biting and mouthing, and more. If you are interested in adopting a puppy, and are in the SF area, take this class first!