Obedience Training gives you an opportunity to learn more about your dog and how to make them a better companion. Using a variety of techniques, your dog will learn to behave in all situations. Your dog will also have an opportunity to socialize with other dogs and people. Our obedience techniques are taught using food rewards and toys as a lure to achieve a positive first experience.
PUPPY KINDERGARTEN: Four week session of socialization, structured play and basic training. This class is for dogs between the ages of 8 and 16 weeks old. Each one hour class will provide socialization from both canine and human participants and a chance to play. We will also discuss problems with housebreaking, mouthing and jumping. We will also start to teach basic commands such as Come when called and leash walking. All Family members are encouraged to attend class. For more information about the importance of early socialization please read Purdue University’s Recommendation for Puppy Class Protocols and a veterinarian’s view on puppy socialization and vaccinations.
BASIC MANNERS: Six week session teaching obedience for everyday life. Sit, down, stay, no jumping and controlled walking. The exercises are done on leash for maximum success. Dogs should be 16 weeks old and fully inoculated to participate. Family members are encouraged to attend, but one member will do the initial training in the class. Each weekly class is one hour. Once your dog starts to grasp the behavioral concepts, the treats and toys are gradually reduced and given as rewards. Classes will teach you how to train and communicate with your dog. Each behavior is broken down into small steps to help you and your dog understand what is to be accomplished.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Six week session. Each class will build upon previous skills learned in the Basic Manners and Family Dog Classes. The class is held outdoors where you and your dog will encounter more distractions that replicate everyday life. The emphasis will be on individual progress and problem solving. The program will also include a field trip to a nearby town and many off leash experiences. Each weekly class is one hour . Click here to find out more. (Pre-Request Basic Manners Class)
FAMILY DOG: This is an ongoing six week session. Each class will build upon previous skills learned in the Manners Class. Gradually more distractions are added to replicate everyday life and the emphasis will be on individual progress and problem solving. The program will also include appropriate games and introduction to Clicker Training. There will be two classes devoted to your dog's extended family, including children over the age of ten. Each weekly class is one hour. (Pre-Request Basic Manners Class)
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN: If your dog has good manners, he or she may be eligible for a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) award from the American Kennel Club. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the CGC test receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. Click to find out more... ( Pre-Request Basic Manners Class)
