Canine Enrichment Center

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Every day of Heidi’s life has included caring for and sharing her home with a myriad of animals: dogs, cats, birds, fish, guinea pigs, gerbils, and mice – to name a few. Some were pets, others were wildlife rescued and released, but the love for each was immeasurable.

After a 15+ year career in retail management, Heidi decided to pursue her passion for animal care and began working with them full time. Heidi became a professional goomer, certified dog trainer and ran an in-home dog boarding business for over 25 years. All of these experiences provided an up close, hands-on education in dog behavior and social rituals.

Heidi LaCosse
Owner & Enrichment Specialist

Heidi’s heart for animals also led her to extensive volunteer work with the Wisconsin Humane Society and Milwaukee-based therapy dog organization, Pets Helping People, of which Heidi has served as the Training Director for the past 14 years. She is also an active member of the Force Free Trainers of Wisconsin.

Through her work, Heidi felt the dog-care industry was missing something. She wanted to help find the WOW in every dog, in partnership with their favorite humans, in a more pressure and performance free environment. From that – the Canine Enrichment Center was born.

Heidi has crafted all Canine Enrichment Center classes, training and fun with a focus on the natural behaviors dogs love best: playing, smelling, searching, and exploring.

Outside of Canine Enrichment Center Heidi enjoys spending time with her family (husband, 3 children, 3 dogs and 4 cats), doing yoga, exploring the outdoors or curling up to read a great fantasy fiction novel.

PUPPY CLASSES & ENRICHMENT SESSIONS

Canine Enrichment Center currently accepts debit or credit card payments for group classes only. All single session classes and sessions must be paid using cash or check. Before you and your dog can participate in activities at the Canine Enrichment Center, please review our policies (click here to view).

Confidence Class

Serves: Dogs of any age

Could your dog benefit from a bit more courage? This class is great for newly rehomed-shelter dogs, rescues, or shy Shirleys and Shermans. This game based class moves at a slow and steady pace – always considering the dog in front of you. Dogs in this class will get an opportunity to explore and try out a few basic agility obstacles as well.

Details: $175, 4-week course, meets once/week, 50 min/class

Start Date: Saturday, October 30th, 12:00pm

To Register, Contact Heidi:

Call or Text (262) 685-2559

Email: heidi@canineenrichment.center

Fun-gility Class

Serves: Dogs of any age. No prior training required!

This course is an excellent way to exercise your dog’s mind and body. Learning to navigate through tunnels, climb the A-frame, or cruise over the dog walk will build confidence and focus as well as deepening the relationship between you and your dog.

A small course will be set up for you to run through with your dog on the last week of class. All classes are conducted with dogs on leash. No prong or choke-chain collars allowed.

Details: $155, 4-week course, meets once/week, 50 min/class

Start Date: Saturday, November 20th, 3:00pm

To Register, Contact Heidi:

Call or Text (262) 685-2559

Email: heidi@canineenrichment.center

Fun-gility Run-Thrus

Serves: Dogs of any age!

Join us for 45-minutes of FUN with other pups and their owners as we run through a FUN-gility course! Your dog must be familiar with standard agility equipment. If they are not, please enroll in our 4-week Fun-gility group class which will introduce your dog to equipment in a safe manner. All dogs must be on leash. No prong or choke chain collars allowed.

Session Cost: $10 for current Fungility and former Fungility students, $15 for others

Dates & Times:

Mondays at 1:00 pm

To Register, Contact Heidi:

Must call or Text (262) 685-2559 to reserve a spot.

Email: heidi@canineenrichment.center

Enrichment à la Carte

Serves: Dogs of any age

We’ll do the FUN for you! Drop off your dog or puppy for a 30 or 60 minute enrichment session with our specialist. We’ll tailor their time with us based on their age and abilities.

Cost: