Training FAQs
How old does my dog have to be to start training? You can begin training with as young as 10 weeks as long as your dog has had at least two sets of vaccinations.
How old is too old for training? No dog is too old to benefit from and enjoy training as long as your dog is physically able as determined by you and your veterinarian.
What classes do you offer?
We offer Puppy and Beginner classes, Intermediate and Advanced/Canine Good Citizen classes. We also have a Click a Trick class and potty training seminars.
What will my dog learn in class? We teach basic manners and important skills including sit, lie-down, stay, come, off, wait and heel. Our group classes provide a perfect opportunity for your dog to learn social skills and fun tricks as well.
What if my dog needs private training? We believe that most dogs can benefit from group classes. However if you have specific behavioral issues you want to address or special scheduling needs, our private lessons may be perfect for you and your dog.
What techniques do you use to train dogs? We use the most modern and scientifically proven methods which use positive reinforcement to reward behaviors you want your dog to learn. We also use clicker training methods; the same methods used at Sea World and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
When are classes offered? We offer classes seven days a week at our location at many convenient times. Just stop by or call to confirm when the next available class starts or speak to a trainer to schedule private training sessions.
What if I have to miss a class? We are very flexible. You are welcome to participate in a concurrent class or schedule a make-up session with your instructor, if available.
How long is the class? Our classes are an hour a week for eight weeks. Our Advanced and Click a Trick classes are an hour a week for six weeks.
Can everyone in the family come to class? We want training in the household to be consistent, so we welcome everyone who interacts with the dog to participate. However, very young children should not handle the dog in class and adult supervision is required.
Can I bring more that one dog to class? We recommend all dogs in the household come to training; however, each dog in class must have one handler.
Why should I train my dog? Training facilitates communication that allows you to enjoy your dog even more. Dogs that have had training are the least likely to be given away or relinquished to a shelter.
Why can’t I train my dog myself? In our classes, you are the trainer; our instructors provide feedback and assistance in a fun environment to help you build the best relationship with your dog.
How old is too old for training? No dog is too old to benefit from and enjoy training as long as your dog is physically able as determined by you and your veterinarian.
What classes do you offer?
We offer Puppy and Beginner classes, Intermediate and Advanced/Canine Good Citizen classes. We also have a Click a Trick class and potty training seminars.
What will my dog learn in class? We teach basic manners and important skills including sit, lie-down, stay, come, off, wait and heel. Our group classes provide a perfect opportunity for your dog to learn social skills and fun tricks as well.
What if my dog needs private training? We believe that most dogs can benefit from group classes. However if you have specific behavioral issues you want to address or special scheduling needs, our private lessons may be perfect for you and your dog.
What techniques do you use to train dogs? We use the most modern and scientifically proven methods which use positive reinforcement to reward behaviors you want your dog to learn. We also use clicker training methods; the same methods used at Sea World and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
When are classes offered? We offer classes seven days a week at our location at many convenient times. Just stop by or call to confirm when the next available class starts or speak to a trainer to schedule private training sessions.
What if I have to miss a class? We are very flexible. You are welcome to participate in a concurrent class or schedule a make-up session with your instructor, if available.
How long is the class? Our classes are an hour a week for eight weeks. Our Advanced and Click a Trick classes are an hour a week for six weeks.
Can everyone in the family come to class? We want training in the household to be consistent, so we welcome everyone who interacts with the dog to participate. However, very young children should not handle the dog in class and adult supervision is required.
Can I bring more that one dog to class? We recommend all dogs in the household come to training; however, each dog in class must have one handler.
Why should I train my dog? Training facilitates communication that allows you to enjoy your dog even more. Dogs that have had training are the least likely to be given away or relinquished to a shelter.
Why can’t I train my dog myself? In our classes, you are the trainer; our instructors provide feedback and assistance in a fun environment to help you build the best relationship with your dog.
Class
Classes
Puppy class is for dogs from 10 weeks up to 20 weeks old with at least two rounds of Puppy vaccinations and Veterinarian approval. At a pace suitable for very young dogs, we teach sit, down, release, come, leave it, stay, and leash walking . We also address issues like housetraining, nipping, chewing and jumping up.
Beginner class is for dogs 5 months of age and older with no previous training. With a focus on adolescent behavior, we teach sit, down, release, come, leave it, stay, and leash walking . We also address issues like barking, jumping and other bad habits.
Intermediate class is for dogs that have completed Puppy or Beginner class or equivalent training by evaluation. We strengthen the lessons learned in the previous level to increase reliability at a distance, with distraction and for longer durations. Skills trained including heeling, go to your bed, wait, stay. Goals include a long sit stay and down stay and a group stay.
Intermediate 2 Class is for dogs who have completed Intermediate or equivalent training by evaluation. This class is for Dogs that might not be ready for Advanced class or just want to continue training Nothing new is taught in this class but we use games and actives to help strengthen behaviors learned in Puppy/Beginner and Intermediate class. This class is not required to start the Advanced class.
Advanced class is a Canine Good Citizen prep class for dogs that have completed Intermediate Class or by evaluation. This class focuses on the application a previously learned skills and a demonstration of those skills in a more practical context. The Canine Good Citizen Exam is a ten part test that requires your dog to demonstrate good behavior in public. Your must demonstrate that it
- Test 1: Accepting a friendly stranger
- Test 2: Sitting politely for petting
- Test 3: Appearance and grooming
- Test 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
- Test 5: Walking through a crowd
- Test 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place (Sit or Down Stay 20 feet away 1 Minute)
- Test 7: Coming when called
- Test 8: Reaction to another dog
- Test 9: Reaction to distraction
- Test 10: Supervised separation (3 mintues)
(For more information about the CGC exam look here, at the AKC website.)
Upon completion of the Advanced class, your dog will receive its Diploma from the Program.
CGC Test will be given on Different Date for those who are interested.
Advanced 2
For people who are interested in making their dog(s) a Therapy dog. http://www.loveonaleash.org
CGC certificate is not required to take this class. But Recommended in this class we will sharpen skills need for visits and learn new behaviors that will be useful for visits Like ”Paws up!” is a great command with many uses for a therapy dog. If your dog can lift his front feet up to the rail of a bed or the side of a wheel chair, people can reach him more easily to pet him. Always brace his back legs with your leg if he is on a slippery surface. "Go say hi,"is a command that therapy dogs learn so that they know it's ok to approach a person in a bed, wheelchair or one using a walker
Click-a-Trick is for dogs who have completed at least Puppy/Beginner, Intermediate completion is not required but is recommend for harder behaviors. Impress your friends and family with Cool Pet tricks. Sample tricks
Rollover, Sit Pretty/Beg , Play Dead/ Bang, Crawl, Bow, Spin, Learn Colors and Letters Prove to people dogs can actually see colors and can learn to spell),Wave and More.
