Obedience training teaches your dog to come when called, not to bite, proper social behavior around people and other dogs. In our Basic Training Classes you will also learn how to stop behaviors that can damage your loving relationship with your dog and encourage those good behaviors which will bond you and your dog for life.
Positive reinforcement dog training utilizes praise and rewards rather than punishment and corrections to teach dogs right from wrong. Treats, toys, praise and affection are used to REWARD your dog. Positive reinforcement allows for happy dogs, happy people and a strong and healthy relationship.
Puppies are never too young to learn and older dogs are never too old to learn new behaviors. When your puppy starts going out in public, it is time to start class and teach him how to be a well-behaved community member.
Traditionally, Good Dog Classes have been held on the same day of the week for 7 weeks in a row. If you are sick, or go on vacation, or can’t make class for some other reason you would have to schedule a make-up session. Perhaps you could not get that scheduled before the next regular class session. Or, you had a very busy week at work and just didn’t have time to train your dog. You end up falling behind the rest of the class, getting frustrated and maybe even dropping out of class all together.
To better serve our clients and their dogs we have developed Level Classes. We offer Level Classes for Adult dogs and Puppies.
You may pay for each class individually, or purchase packages at a reduced rate per class. Reservations in class are required as we can only take 8 dogs in each class. So please call ahead and book your spot in class. We feel this is the best way for you and your dog to learn, and the best way to meet your busy and flexible schedule.
An Introductory Class for Good Dog and Good Puppy Classes must be attended before attending your first Level Class. This is a free 30 minute class without dogs.
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Good Dog Classes are for dogs of all ages. There are 4 levels, each level is more advanced than the one prior. You proceed through these levels at your own pace.
If you have completed all 4 levels and want to learn advanced skills and perhaps compete in AKC events you can attend Level 5.
Level 1: Sit, Down, Loose Leash Walking
Level 2: Doggie Zen, Wait, Leave It,
Handling for the groomer and vet
Level 3: Attention, Name Game, Coming when
called
Level 4: Stays, Go to your mat, No jumping,
Greeting strangers
If you have completed all 4 levels and want to learn advanced skills and perhaps compete in AKC events you can attend Level 5.
Level 5: Jumping, Retrieving, Stand for Exam, Heeling, Figure 8s, Advanced stays and more
Level 5 is offered on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm.
Good Puppy Classes are for puppies 8—24 weeks of age. There are 3 levels and you may start at any level. Sit, down, coming when called, and paying attention to the owner will be taught and reviewed at each level. Each level will focus on specific puppy topics. Playtimes will happen through the session and used as part of our training experience. We strongly believe that early socialization is critical to your puppies development.
Level 1: Crate training, house training, barking, basic manners
Level 2: Biting and teething, "Give it to me", Time-outs
Level 3: Meeting strangers, handling for grooming, fear.
Discounted daycare is available for pups enrolled in our Good Puppy Classes.
The AKC STAR Puppy Program is an exciting new opportunity to get owners and puppies off to a good start. The AKC STAR Puppy Program is for dog owners who take their puppies through a basic training class.
Attend 6 Good Puppy Classes and you will qualify for the AKC STAR Puppy Program. Your instructor will administer the AKC STAR Puppy test. Upon passing the test, you'll get an application to send to AKC for enrollment in the AKC STAR Puppy Program. All puppies are welcome to participate in the AKC STAR Puppy Program including purebreds and mixed breeds.
Your puppy will receive the AKC STAR Puppy Medal (for display or memento purposes; not suitable as a collar tag). You and your puppy will be listed in the official AKC STAR Puppy records. In addition you'll receive an AKC STAR Puppy package that includes:
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 who pass the 10-step CGC test will receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. Basic obedience commands will be learned and reviewed. Class will be held at The Dog Club of Fort Collins and also off-site to simulate test situations. The test will be administered during the last session of class. Go to http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/ for more info on the Canine Good Citizen program.
Next Class Begins: Tuesday, June 29th, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
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The Dog Club requires some paperwork for dogs entering classes. This gives us the information we need about your dog and ensures that your dog's health information is up-to-date. For your convenience, you may print this form out and bring it with you the first night of class. The forms are also available at The Dog Club.
Basic Training Class Waiver (HTML Web Page Format) (PDF format)
Call us at (970) 416-1166 for more information.
