GROUP CLASSES - COST EFFECTIVE TRAINING IN A GROUP SETTING

Puppy I     SEE DESCRIPTIONS BELOW (For puppies 8 weeks to 5.5 months of age)

 

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NOTE: The first class will be humans only.

Puppy II     SEE DESCRIPTIONS BELOW (For puppies under 18 months of age)

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PREREQUISITE: must have completed Puppy I or equivalent training. IF YOU ARE UNSURE,  CALL US AND ASK!

               
Basic Young Dog    SEE DESCRIPTIONS BELOW (For dogs 6 months & older)

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NOTE: The first class will be humans only and meet with the Puppy 1 Class.

Canine Good Citizen    SEE DESCRIPTIONS BELOW (For ages 6 months & older)

      

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Classes are one hour long and span 6 weeks. Class sizes are limited so that both owners and dogs get plenty of individualized attention. SEE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW

NEW -- FUNGILITY!!

If you are interested in agility, but you prefer something noncompetitive and just for fun, then FUNGILITY is for you. Fungility is a fun, interactive class for you and your dog that helps build your dog's confidence while improving off leash control. You'll teach your dog to run through tunnels, jump through tires and weave through poles. Fungility is great mind & body stimulation for both you and your dog.

REQUIREMENTS:

Dogs must not show any overt aggressive or reactive behavior or they will be asked to leave the class. Adult dogs are also expected to be in control enough not to be disruptive to the class (no excessive barking, growling, lunging, etc.).

Dogs must be over 6 months of age. Proof of vaccinations is required.

SCHEDULES & LOCATIONS:

Saturday Series:    At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin promptly at 9:00 AM. Find your way to the Small Dog Park at the top of the hill adjacent to the cemetery. This series runs every 4-5 weeks form April through October (weather permitting)

 

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Puppy I

6 sessions. NOTE: First class will be humans only. See  above for schedule

           Cost: $100-$125

We will help you build a strong relationship with your new puppy based on trust and cooperation.  Puppy classes are an indispensable foundation for the rest of your dog's life. All training is gentle and fun and you will learn how to help your puppy blend in to your family.

Topics include:

•   Lots of socialization with other puppies and handling by other people
•   Successful house training
•   Inappropriate mouthing and biting
•   New sights, sounds and experiences
•   Basic training - be attentive, sit, down, come, stay, leave it, give and walking on  a leash
•   How to build a structure in your puppy's life to help him become a happy and   well adjusted adult.

Requirements:
Puppies must be 8 to 20 weeks old.  Proof of vaccination history (puppies are required to be vaccinated every 3 to 4 weeks until 20 weeks of age).

Schedules & Locations:

• Saturday Series:       At Green Summit Animal Clinic. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 1:00 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.

• Sunday Series:       At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 3:00 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.
  
  
• Thursday Series:    At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 6:30 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.
  

Puppy II

6 sessions
Cost: $125

Puppy 2 is for recent graduates of our Puppy 1 class or any other beginning puppy class. Training focuses on proofing verbal control without the need for food lures or rewards. Exercises include distance sits in play, settle down, rock-solid stays, and both off-leash and on-leash walking and heeling.

Requirements:
Puppies must be under 18 months of age. All puppies must have had prior training. Your instructor will decide if previous training is acceptable for entering Puppy II. Proof of vaccination history (puppies are required to be vaccinated every 3 to 4 weeks until 20 weeks of age).

Schedules & Locations:

• Sunday Series:       At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin @ 3:00 PM.

Basic Young Dog

6 sessions. NOTE: First class will be humans only. See  above for schedule

           Cost: $125

Personalized attention in a small group setting! This is a beginning basic 6 week class for dogs and owners with a maximum of 6 dogs per class.

Topics include:

You and your dog will learn basic commands such as SIT, STAY, DOWN, COME, LOOSE LEASH WALKING, and RELIABLE RECALL. The class will also address any individual behavior issues that you may be experiencing with your dog. The goals are to establish benevolent leadership, strong control, and a lasting relationship with your  canine companion.

Requirements:

Dogs must not show any overt aggressive behavior or they will be asked to leave the class. Owners will be expected to control their dogs to avoid disruptive behavior such as excessive barking, whining, etc.  We can help you with these issues via private consultations. Dogs must be over 6 months of age.  Proof of vaccinations required.

Schedules & Locations:

• Saturday Series:    At Green Summit Animal Clinic. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 2:30 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.

• Sunday Series:       At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 4:30 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.

• Thursday Series:    At Wayside Waifs. Classes are 1 hour long and begin 8:00 PM. This series runs every six weeks throughout the year.

Canine Good Citizen:       

5 sessions – 4 class days.  1 test day

Cost $125 – includes CGC certificate for dogs who pass the CGC test

Canine Good Citizen is an intermediate-level obedience course geared towards passing the Canine Good Citizen certification test.  Four sessions are class time and the final session is for testing. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGCtest are eligible to receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. For more details about the Canine Good Citizen program, please visit www.akc.org.

Requirements:

Basic Young Dog, Puppy 1 or instructor permission.. Current Vaccines (DHPP, Rabies & Bordetalla)  All dogs must be non- aggressive towards other dogs.

Schedule & Location:

To Be Determined

Course and CGC Test Covered:

Test 1. Accepting a Friendly Stranger
Test 2. Sitting Politely for Petting
Test 3. Appearance and Grooming
Test 4. Out for a Walk (walk on a loose leash)
Test 5. Walking Through a Crowd
Test 6. Sit and Down on Command/Staying in Place
Test 7. Coming When Called
Test 8. Reaction to Another Dog
Test 9. Reactions to Distractions
Test 10. Supervised Separation

You are allowed to pet and talk to your dog during the test, but you can't use food rewards or toys to encourage him. Any dog that has a housebreaking accident, barks, growls, or snaps during the test, automatically fails.