DOG OBEDIENCE: Basic Obedience

Come and have fun with your dog while learning how to teach them basic obedience skills. This class is for dogs too old for Puppy Kindergarten (5 months as of class start date) up to the 15 yr old senior dog and any age in between!

We will focus on loose leash walking, sit, down, stay, come, and leave it. This class is also a great start to earning your Canine Good Citizen Certification (CGC) if you are interested. Verbal and visual cues will be used to help you clearly communicate with your dog.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS?

-Any dog /handler who just needs basic skills,

-Any dog /handler who needs a refresher class,

-Anyone who recently acquired a new furry member of the family and just wants an activity to help you bond and communicate.

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Week 1 – Introductions, equipment, evaluations, course review, proper use of equipment, walking on leash, “look” & “sit” cues

Week 2 – “Down” address jumping

Week 3 – “Stay” “Leave It” “Trade” cues

Week 4 – “Come” pass the puppy game

Week 5 – Review and practice of past 4 weeks, Info on CGC

Week 6 – Testing and games

CLASS NOTES:

Location: Classes are held outside, please dress for the weather. Be sure to wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, no sandals or flip flops. Classes will meet at the Dog Park (Park by Softball Fields). Emails and texts are generally sent for any last-minute cancellation notices. When registering, please be sure to include your cellphone service provider in your profile, so that we may keep you up-to-date by text for inclement weather changes.

SUPPLIES TO BRING WITH YOU TO CLASS:

*Collars - Flat Collar (Buckle or Clip) or Martingales are accepted. Please note: StarMark/Pinch Collars are after being evaluated by the instructor.

*Leash: 5' or 6' Flat Leash – no extendable or retractable

*If needed, a harness is acceptable during class BUT only if it there is a leash clip in the front (chest) area.

*LOTS of small soft treats or a toy to reward your dog and a bag to carry treats

*Poop Bags

FAQ's:

Are there any guarantees?

No, success with training is reliant on the owners applying training techniques correctly and practice - lots of practice at home.

Are prong/pinch collars allowed?

At the trainer’s discretion after she has evaluated the dog.

Are choke collars allowed?

At the trainer’s discretion after she has evaluated the dog.

Are E-collars allowed?

No.

Can we train off-leash?

No. All training is ON-leash. Off-Leash training is an advanced skill, NOT for Puppy Kindergarten or Basic Obedience.

May my family come with me?

Yes, however only one person at a time works with the dog. The person holding the leash is the one working with the dog. Each member of the family should take turns holding the leash and working with the dog.

Can I drop off my child to do the class?

Any handler ages 7-15 is required to have an adult stay on-site for the whole class at the training location (not sitting in the car). Anyone ages 16 and up may attend on their own.

Can our other dogs come?

No. The only dogs that may be on-site are dogs that are registered in the class.