Would you like to know how to communicate better with your dog? This program comprises different aspects of basic training in guidelines like "name," "watch me," "sit," "come," and walking on a leash. In this class, we will discuss common situations, such as house breaking, jumping, nipping, and chewing.

The instructor practices positive reinforcement, and never uses forceful or violent methods. She will analyze participants' pet temperaments, ask questions and find the right solutions to improve each pet's life.... and the participants.

Participants are asked to bring:
-their own leash
-their own treats
-suitable shoes, no sandals or flip-flops

Bring a smile.

The Key West Aquarium, one of the top Key West Florida attractions, is home to sharks, turtles, stingrays, tropical and other various fish found in the beautiful waters of Key West. Join us for an interactive Skype tour of the beautiful location through the touch tanks to get up close and personal with sea turtles and nurse sharks. Your tour guide will discuss their conservation efforts and there will be time for questions.

Rain forests are extremely unique ecosystems that hold an abundance of animals. We will look at interesting animals found in these otherworldly locations and these adaptions that help them survive. This class will also have a special rain forest animal guest.

It's wonderful to sit and watch birds flit around our garden. How can we keep them visiting without having to spend lots on bird feed? Our garden can provide food, water, and shelter.

In this course, participants will learn how honey bees age, perform different jobs, and create the honey and other products in a bee hive. Bees change jobs like some of us do during our lifetimes. And they can even change their age when needed. Don't we all wish we could do that?

Weather permitting, we will visit the Marion County Beekeeper's Club Apiary, located on property. Protective gear will be provided.

Let's evaluate what are considered pests in the garden, and how to deal with them.

This course will focus on small changes you can make in your day-to-day life that will make a positive impact on the environment and the animals you share it with.

We throw a ball with our dogs, cuddle with our cats, and flirt with our parrots, but is that enough? Within this course, we will look at different categories of enrichment we may be missing for all animals, large or small. We will look at stimulating enrichment that can be done when you leave the house to keep your best friend occupied. During this course, we will also look at safety considerations, and will be making toys for your animals.

For new and veteran residents that spend summers in Florida, what do you need to know to survive? Let's look at the bugs, bites, and beyond. It is important to learn how to manage the elements - like critters and the weather. Discover the bugs you may meet out in the wild like fruit flies, mosquitoes, fire ants, and a host of others. Gather tips for dealing with the dramatic temperature changes, humidity, and other weather conditions.