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Pet I - Obedience Class

Instruction will be given in:

Controlled walking
Sit, down, come
Use of food rewards
Interacting and playing with dogs in a motivational manner

Prerequisites:

Dogs must be at least 6 months old and in good physical condition.
Dogs may not be aggressive towards people or towards other dogs. Dogs that are aggressive will have to be evaluated by the instructor to determine if it can be handled in a class situation.

Students should bring to class: soft food, chew toy, play toy, and regular fabric or leather leash (flex leads will not be allowed). Students should wear athletic shoes.
Successful completion: Dog must on command: sit, come, down. There must be a connection between dog and handler.
Next logical classes: - Pet Obedience II

Click here to download the Pet 1 - Obedience Class Registration Form

Pet II - Obedience Class - Canine Good Citizen®

Instruction will be given in preparation for exercises in the Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) test.

CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs that have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs that pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.

Accepting a friendly stranger
Sitting politely for petting
Welcome being groomed and examined
Walking on a loose lead
Walking among people
Sit and down on command and Staying in place
Coming when called
Reaction to another dog
Reaction to distraction
Supervised separation

The final class period will include the actual CGC test by a certified evaluator. (The cost of the evaluation is included in the price of the class.)

Prerequisites:

Successful completion of Pet Obedience I.
Dogs must be at least 6 months old and in good physical condition.
Dogs may not be aggressive towards people or towards other dogs. A dog that is aggressive will have to be evaluated by the instructor to determine if it can be handled in a class situation.

Students should bring to class: soft food, regular fabric or leather leash (not flex lead), chew toy and play toy. Students should wear athletic shoes.
Successful completion: The evaluator certifying the dog as a Canine Good Citizen.

Click here to download the Pet II - Obedience Class Registration Form