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This class is for pups from 10 weeks through 6 months of age at start of class, and young dogs who still act like pups!
Learn how to provide leadership and management for your
puppy so you can experience the fun and pleasure of catching him doing something right rather than having to deal with the consequences of
what he did wrong. Topics include socialization, crate training, house training, grooming, body handling, dealing with mouthing, biting,
jumping, barking, and much more. You will start to teach your pup foundation skills such as attending to you when asked, sit, down, come,
take treats gently, & acceptance of restraint. Puppies should be vaccinated according to your veterinarian and the AVMA guidelines for his age.
This class is for dogs older than 6 months, and/or those having completed Puppy Manners. Learn how to provide leadership for your dog,
and management where needed. You will learn how to get your dog to pay better attention to you as well as some unique ways of handling
barking, jumping and other behavior issues. Learn how to manage pulling on the leash while you teach your dog how to willingly walk on a
loose leash on a flat buckle collar. Teach your dog to wait at doors until given permission to proceed. Learn sit, down, and start working on
how to manage distractions. Learn
some really fun ways to get your dog coming when called and get good exercise at the same time.
Learn about the importance of praise, reinforcement and release words. Learn how to teach your dog to stay out of your space, and to
tolerate your handling for grooming and nail clipping. For young dogs that have completed Puppy Foundation, this class is a great way
to keep progressing skills as your puppy matures. You?ll be introduced to new distractions, coached on previous skills, and some new
skills will be added too. All dogs should be vaccinated according to your veterinarian and the AVMA guidelines for immunization.
This class on Thursday evenings in Shoreline is for students who have been through Beginning Foundation class at least once.
You must register but you don't have to attend every week. We will track your attendance and let you know when you have used up your 6 pre-paid
sessions. Many people take this class on an ongoing basis, re-registering when they have attended 6 times.
We will progress skills you started learning in Beginning class. You will have time to work on your own, to help a partner and get help, and
to get help from Joyce or one of the other instructors as well.
You and your dog will be introduced to the concept of food delay ("You're going get the reward, but not yet!"). Everyone has an opportunity to
work off-leash in a safe, fenced area. We encourage you to requests help with teaching your dog something of your own agenda. You will also have
an opportunity to explored the beginning training for a variety of dog sports if you're interested.
Bring your dog and your training bag with a variety of great treats.