"We are the instructors, YOU are the teacher!"
About the classes:
How many weeks are the classes?
Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks. Each week you are given homework
to work on during the week. We make sure each session is full of practical lessons that you can immediately put
to use.
How big are the classes?
We limit most of the
classes to 8 dog/handler teams.
Agility classes are limited to 6.
Why don't you have dogs the first week of Beginning I and Puppy I when this
is a 'dog' training class?
The handlers are a very important part of
the training process and we've found that having one class where we can focus on the handlers makes the entire session more
productive. The first week with the dogs in class is pretty exciting and often handlers aren't able to focus on the foundation
exercises when they have an excited dog bouncing next to them. You are given a lot of homework the first week so you can get
started right away.
Can multiple handlers come to class with the dog?
Yes,
multiple handlers can come to class but only one at a time will be out on the floor with the dog. It is important that
everyone knows how to train the dog. Handlers are welcome to swap out during class.
Can my children come?
Children may come to class
but they must be able to sit quietly. Very young children sometimes have a hard time sitting for an hour so in order for you
to focus on the class you may consider a babysitter on class nights.
Children 10 and older may handle the dog
in class if they are able and have a parent ready to jump in and help. Timing and consistency are very important when
training which can make it difficult for children. We generally recommend that the parents start the training process and
include the children once the dog has a basic understanding of the behavior.
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Class Fees:
Six Week Sessions
$80
new student
$70 return student
Special Discounts:
- $10 discount off of the first class set for rescued dogs (please bring proof of adoption to
registration)
- Discounts for multi-dog and multi-class sign ups.
- Breeder discounts for 3 or more puppies from a litter attending classes.
