UPCOMING CLASSES

This is a self-paced training program starting with an orientation class. The focus is to help you gain the basic skills and understanding to teach your dog how to respond reliably and fluently to a single cue. You will learn how dogs learn and they go thru learning phases just like we do. You will also learn the importance of reinforcement schedules for the acquisition and maintenance of  wanted behaviors. We will work on basic obedience skills, practicing and proofing your skills using drills and distractions of various levels of intensity all using clicker training / positive reinforcement - motivational methods.

This program is divided into 5 Levels. Each level  builds on the exercises learned  previous levels and with increasing difficulty. How long it will take a team (dog and owner) to get through a Level will depend on a lot of variables: skill and experience of the owner, the amount of time spend daily or weekly in actual training and so on.

You must pass a skills assessment and your dog has to be fluent in the behaviors before being allowed to move on to the next level.

You can miss an occasional class and never be left behind! Simply return to the level where you left off. Students have 3 months to complete all 6 lessons.

Upgrading:  You can upgrade to the 12 lesson program for the difference in price ($80) before your fourth lesson.

• Payment must be made in advance to hold a place for you in class.
• Registration forms must be received 3 days prior to your choice date for Orientation.