What   will   my   dog   and   i   be   taught?

Attending obedience class is one of many steps in responsible dog ownership. Not only will your dog be taught to obey your commands, it will become a socially acceptable member of your family and the community. This dog training school is broken into five main classes. Each class becomes progressively more difficult and is intended not only to challenge your dog's abilities, but yours as well!

A current vaccination certificate must be produced on enrolment at the beginning of each 4 week session.

PUPPY  CLASS

In this grade your dog will be between the ages of three and six months old. This class is designed to socialize your dog with either dogs and people. This is the most critical period in a dog's education and development. Puppies are introduced to basic obedience and owners have the opportunity to discuss questions and problems associated with their own dog in an informative environment. Also included are general health issues, vaccinations, worming, house training methods, and tips to help ease your young dog out of those annoying puppy habits, such as digging holes and tearing washing off the line. Puppies will need a collar, and a suitable lead.

Grades   One,  Two,    Three, four and   five

These grades are usually available to dogs over six months of age. Dogs begin in grade one and on satisfactory completion of the four week course, are given permission to attend grade two. This then progresses to grade three on obtaining a pass in grade two. In these classes, owners and their dogs, are instructed in the techniques of basis obedience. Heel work, sit, stay, drop, stand, recall and retrieve are all included. The exercises will be developed each week and will become harder in each class. Dogs will need a collar, and a suitable lead.

Dog training requires some effort from owners when not attending classes. Your dog should be trained at home too! In the back yard, down at the local park, practice what you have learned. In this way your dog will come to understand what it is you want him/her to do. All dogs have the ability to achieve, but require your patience and guidance.