This is the perfect way to start your puppy off right!! This 8 week course, for puppies between the ages of 9 and 16 weeks will show you how to teach sit, down, stand, stay, come, and leave it through positive , motivating techniques. Emphasis is also placed on explaining and modifying various puppy behaviors including play biting, jumping, proper socialization, housebreaking, crate training, chewing, and appropriate play behaviors. Human socialization exercises are gradually introduced as is off lead puppy playtime. Class size is limited to 10 puppies and PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Puppies must have proof of vaccinations ( distemper, bordatella, and rabies if applicable) at first class.
Next available class time:
- Monday May 19, 2008 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm with Missy
- Tuesday June 10, 2008 from 7:30 - 8:30 pm with Cheryl
Cost: $110.00 includes leash and training booklet - you supply buckle collar and soft treats
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The basic companion and manners class is an 8 week course designed for puppies graduating from PK, any adolescent dog over 4 months of age, or any dog who needs basic control. You will learn how to properly teach and cement the common obedience commands including sit, down, stand, stay, and come, as well as learn valuable home cues such as leave it, wait, off, watch me, bring and thank you. Behavior topics include proper communication and handling, relationship building through the rules to live by, appropriate meet and greet, garbage and counter stealing, managing your dogs energy, and distraction recall training. Class size is limited to 10 dogs and PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Dogs must have proof of vaccination ( distemper, bordatella, rabies) at first class.
Next available class time:
- Wednesday May 14, 2008 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm with Missy (FULL)
- JUST ADDED: Thursday May 22, 2008 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm with Anne
- Saturday May 17, 2008 from 9:30 - 10:30 am with Missy (FULL)
- Tuesday June 10, 2008 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm with Anne
- Thursday June 12, 2008 from 7:30 - 8:30 pm with Anne
Cost: $110.00 includes leash and homework booklet. You supply collar and soft treats.
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INTERMEDIATE CLASS:
This course is a continuation of the basic class with new emphasis placed on formal heeling, hand signals, off lead training, distraction training, attention work, and ring etiquette. Bait and bait pouch or motivational toy required. Class size is limited to 6 dogs. $110/8weeks.
Next Available Class Date:
- Saturday, July 2008 from 10:45 - 11:30 am with Missy
BETTER MANNERS CLASS
This 7 week course is designed for those individuals who don't want the formality of the intermediate class, but want to continue working toward distraction reliability and proper social manners. Emphasis will be placed on proper leash control, increasingly difficult stay exercises, controlled dog to dog meet and greet, real life attention work, and utilizing games and play for reward. Owners must be prepared with a 6 foot leash, bait, bait pouch, and motivational toy. Prerequisite is successful completion of a basic manners course. Class limit : 8 dogs. Cost for class $110.00.
Next available class date:
* Saturday May 17, 2008 from 10:45 - 11:30 am with Missy (FULL)
* Thursday June 12, 2008 from 5:00 - 5:45 pm with Anne
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN - ADVANCED MANNERS CLASS:
Prerequisite for this course is the successful completion of a basic manners class. Dogs and handlers should have a working knowledge of sit, down, stay, come when called, and leave it. Dogs must be people and dog friendly and be comfortable with physical handling. Bait, bait pouch, and grooming tool required. This course includes 7 weeks of teaching and training plus a final class dedicated to administering the CGC test to interested participants. Class size is limited to 6 dogs. $110.00
Next Available Class Dates:
* Monday May 19, 2008 from 7:30 - 8:15 with Cheryl
ADVANCE TRAINING CLASSES:
These drop in classes meet Wednesday evenings for those dog/handler teams who wish to continue to improve their training skills. Handlers may come as frequently or as infrequently as they would like as it fits into their schedule. Cost: $7.00 /class. Trainer: Missy
** NOW OFFERING RALLY RUN THROUGH COURSE WEATHER PERMITTING DURING ADVANCE CLASS TIME!
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TRICKS CAN BE FUN!!
Come get the entire family involved with training in a fun, relaxed, class environment while your dog learns how to shake, wave, high five, crawl, play dead, roll over, beg, be sad, weave, spin, clean up his toys, and roll his ball. Class meets for 6 weeks - Cost: $75.00
Next Class Time: Summer 2008 - call school for availability
THERAPY DOG TRAINING
We offer classes twice a year to help train you and your dog for community service work as a Therapy team. Pediatric class trains for work with children, and adult care class trains for work in hospitals/nursing homes. Contact School directly for more information, requirements, and available class space.
NEXT AVAILABLE TRAINING CLASS: Adult facility training course will begin:
FRIDAY MARCH 28, 2008 from 7:30 - 8:30 pm with Missy. 7 week course/ $80.00 This class is full.
PRIVATE LESSONS - MANNERS AND CONTROL
Private lessons for individual training and/or problem behavior consults are scheduled Tuesday, Wednesday, andThursday mornings between 9:30 - 11:30 on an as need basis. Please contact the school for availability.
PRIVATE LESSONS/ BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION PROGRAMS
Private lessons are offered on an as need basis. Lessons are routinely scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, although other times may be offered when available. Please contact school for details.
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