*New PUP Manners – [ Register Now ]
Your new puppy is constantly learning even when you are not “training”. This being the case we need to be aware of the behaviors we reinforce especially those behaviors we humans tend to inadvertently reinforce. This course covers the fundamentals of training and socialization of your new puppy.
The four week course covers the following topics:
Healthy
mind & body
Name recognition
Yes
vs. No
Intro
to Obedience {Shaping wanted behavior}
Building
the mutual trust bond
Our group classes are structured around the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) curriculum. Dogs and their owners will learn the basic commands and prepare for the CGC evaluation. Classes are structured according to the level of difficulty. For Example: Canine Education 1.0 is suited for beginners where Canine Education 2.0 is more advanced.
Our Canine Education courses are scheduled on a six week rotation and include unlimited monthly maintenance classes. Each course concentrates on a set number of tasks developed from the CGC. Visit our Testimonials section to see what our clients have to say about the Group Workshops.
See our Class Schedule for locations and hours.
Class Overviews
Canine Education 1.0(CE-1.0) [ Register Now ]
Combines the initial leash training and socialization skills of an introduction to obedience class, sometimes referred to as "Beginner Pet Dog". You and your dog will learn basic on leash obedience commands such as heel (loose leash walking), sit, stay, down and come. The CE-1.0 class provides the foundation for a well behaved dog. This class has dogs of all age groups making the class more diverse and creates a true life experience. This environment helps all age dogs the skills to positively interact with others.
The CGC course learning objectives are:
The above objectives are taken directly from the CGC evaluation. Our expectations and goals will be for you and your dog to successfully complete these tasks.
Each session will end with a progress evaluation and homework assignment. The course trainer will recommend advancement for the dogs that are ready to move up to the Canine Education 2.0(CE-2.0). Consult the trainer regarding monthly maintenance classes.
Canine Education 2.0 (CE-2.0) [ Register Now ]
This course expands the fundamentals of basic obedience for dogs and their owners in order to prepare for the Canine Good Citizen evaluation. Once all objectives are met in both classes, you will be ready for the CGC!
The CGC course learning objectives are:
The above objectives are taken directly from the CGC evaluation. Our expectations and goals will be for you and your dog to successfully complete these tasks.
Sounds simple enough, so let's get started! Call us today at 972.562.0825!