Offerings
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Obedience
Puppy Kindergarten is a class for puppies from 12 weeks to 5 months of age, stressing socialization skills and basic puppy manners. The classes will be structured for completion of the Star Puppy Program certification but will include much more. Nutrition, grooming, teething and housebreaking will be addressed.
Instructor: Cindy Hill
When: Fridays 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. (March 6, 13, 27, April 10, 24, May 8)
Cost: $75 / 6 weeks
Session: March-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due February 28, 2015 (class limited to 10 people)
Basic Obedience is for all age puppies and dogs. We emphasize on the benefits of early socialization and focus on puppy issues. We will work on basic commands.
**To Move on to the Advances Basic Obedience class you most have completed ALL OF THE BASIC SKILLS.
Instructor: Lori Chambers
When: Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26)
Cost: $100 / 8 weeks
Session: January-February 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due December 28, 2014
Basic Obedience is a class for dogs 5 months and older, teaching basic obedience commands, including but not limited to - sit, stay, heel, come, stand, sit/stay, down/stay. At the end of this class dogs should be able to complete the AKC title of Canine Good Citizen.
Instructor: Cindy Hill
When: Fridays 1:00-1:45 p.m. (March 6, 13, 27, April 10, 24, May 8)
Cost: $110 / 6 weeks
Session: March-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due February 28, 2015
(class limited to 10 people)
Obedience Fundamentals is for all age puppies and dogs. We emphasize the benefits of socialization and focus on basic home issues. We will work on basic commands over eight weeks. To Move on to the Beyond the Basics class you most have completed all of the basic skills taught and be approved by the instructors.
Instructor: Doreen Suchting and Olivia Crawley
When: Fridays 6:00-6:30 p.m. (March 20, 27, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15)
Cost: $100 / 8 weeks
Session: March-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due March 13, 2015
Beyond the Basics is for all age puppies and dogs that have completed Obedience Fundamentals, or been approved to move into the class. This class works on more advanced skills that are essential for all dogs; both show and pet.
Prerequisite: Obedience Fundamentals or approval by the instructor.
Instructor: Doreen Suchting and Olivia Crawley
When: Fridays 6:40-7:10 p.m. (March 20, 27, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15)
Cost: $100 / 8 weeks
Session: March-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due March 13, 2015
Invaluable Skills is for approved older puppies and dogs. This class focuses on fine tuning the skills learned in Obedience Fundamentals and Beyond the Basics so that they can be applied to many real life situations. This class will have more distractions in order to ensure that you are confidant in your dog's command.
Prerequisite: Beyond the Basics or approval by the instructor.
Instructor: Doreen Suchting and Olivia Crawley
When: Fridays 7:15-7:45 p.m. (March 20, 27, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15)
Cost: $100 / 8 weeks
Session: March-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due March 13, 2015
Beginner Rally Obedience is for a dog-handler team that must complete a course of specific obedience exercises. Rally rules tend to be less strict than traditional obedience competition and rally is open to all breeds. Trials have several levels for teams to compete in for titles and championships though even if teams do not wish to compete at a higher level, rally is still a good activity. This class will introduce the basic rally skills needed to navigate a novice course.
Prerequisite: MUST have a good foundation in basic obedience skills
which include but are not limited to sit, stay, down, heeling, and recall.
When: Thursdays 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26)
Cost: $150 / 8 weeks
Session: January-February 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due December 28, 2014
Advanced Obedience for Show Ring is for the handler and dog who have been introduced to control and Novice Obedience for the SHOW RING. In this class we will work with handler and dogs that would like to expand their refinement of performance with obedience skills for the show ring.
Prerequisite: Basic Obedience or approval by the instructor.
When: Thursdays 7:15 - 8:00 p.m. (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26)
Cost: $150 / 8 weeks
Session: January-February 2015
Enrollment: Applications and Payment due December 28, 2014
Competition Level Agility
AKC Agility Prep Level 2 - Class to emphasize handling skills and drills with courseork that emphasizes flowing courses performed primarily in extension. Not limited to, but particularly appropriate for, AKC-only focused students Novice through Excellent A.
Instructor: Sally Zinkhan and Cindy Duebler
When: Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. (April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20)
Cost: $200 / 8 weeks
Session: April-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications due at the first class.
Classes will only be available to those who have attended class already. If any openings become available, we will post them.
Intermediate Agility is for the graduates of the Introduction to Agility students. The Intermediate class will build on the foundation skills and equipment knowledge that was developed in the Introduction Class. We will increase and solidify the dog's confidence on the contact obstacles and introduce methods for "getting the contacts". We will be weaning the dogs over to 100% off leash for exercises and increasing the working distance between the dog and handler. The Dogs will be sequencing several obstacles together and the handlers will be taught basic handling techniques to use for communicating with the dog. Various methods for successful weave pole completion will be integrated weekly. Typically the dogs get faster and the challenges and fun increase!
Prerequisite:Dogs and handlers must have completed the Introduction to Agility class or be pre-approved by instructor.
Instructor: Sally Zinkhan
When: Monday evenings, Wednesday and Friday days, Saturdays
Cost: 6 weeks, $120.00, class size limited to 8 dog/handler teams
For More Information:contact Sally directly at shortdogz3@gmail.com
Introduction to Agility is an introduction of the dog and handler to the agility equipment including tunnels, jumps, A Frame, Dog Walk, and more over a 6 week period. This class is geared for the dog enthusiast who wants to find something different and fun to do with their dog as well as a release for some energy! The instructor will teach the handler how to assist the dog to complete the obstacles safely while having tons of fun too! Positive reinforcement techniques that include using treats and toys for rewards is strongly encouraged. This class is a great confidence builder for not so confident or timid dog. This class has proven to strengthen the existing bond between dog and handler. You will be amazed at what your dog can do!
Prerequisite:Highly recommended that dog and handler have solid basic obedience skills, recommend dogs be at least 1 year old.
Instructor: Sally Zinkhan
When: Monday evenings, Wednesday and Friday days, Saturdays
Cost: 6 weeks, $120.00, class size limited to 7dog/handler teams
For More Information:contact Sally directly at shortdogz3@gmail.com
USDAA Prep Level 2 - Class emphasizes advanced handler and dog skills by focusing on sequences containing extension, collection, discrimination and obstacle proofing. Introduces foundation work for masters challenge level classes. Not limited to, but particulary appropriate for, USDAA-focused Starters and Advanced-level students.
Instructor: Janet Gauntt
When: Wednesdays 8:30-9:45 p.m. (April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20)
Cost: $200 / 8 weeks
Session: April-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications due at the first class.
Classes will only be available to those who have attended class already. If any openings become available, we will post them.
USDAA Prep Level 3 - Weekly drills and coursework for Masters Challenge level handler and dog skills. Not limited to, but particularly appropriate for, USDAA-focused Advanced and Masters-level students.
Instructor: Janet Gauntt
When: Wednesdays 7:15-8:30 p.m. (April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20)
Cost: $200 / 8 weeks
Session: April-May 2015
Enrollment: Applications due at the first class.
Classes will only be available to those who have attended class already. If any openings become available, we will post them.
Private Lessons
Instructor: Donna Brown
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays
For more information: contact Donna at agilebc.corgi@gmail.com
Instructor:Sally Zinkhan
For more information: contact Sally at shortdogz3@gmail.com
