Dog Training Classes in Newtown Start March 11

 

The Advanced Canine Good Citizen (CGCA)  title is part of the AKC’s Community Canine program and is designed to evaluate a dog’s real world skills in a natural, community setting.  Dogs MUST have an AKC number and proof of the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) award/title on record with AKC.  Details can be found at www.akc.org.  Testing for the CGCA is included in the fee.  While therapy groups do not require CGCA certification, we believe mastering the advanced skills covered by CGC and CGCA curricula will aid in obtaining therapy certification offered by various therapy dog groups.  NOTE: most health-care facilities and schools for visiting dogs and handlers require Therapy dog certification.  Most therapy dog groups will not certify dogs less than one year of age.

ACTIVITY:

300012 A                 Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

7:30-8:15 pm          AGE: 14-99              FEE: $160

 

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PROGRAM   

 

This course prepares students for the CGC tests/titles and testing by various therapy dog groups. Therapy certification is required by most health-care facilities and schools for visiting dogs and handlers. Open to all dogs that have completed Household Obedience Level 1. CGC stresses good manners in the presence of people and other dogs. Testing for the CGC is included in the fee. NOTE: Therapy dog groups will not certify dogs less than one year of age.

ACTIVITY:

300014 A              Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

7:30-8:15 pm       AGE: 14-99         FEE: $160.00

 

 

Rally and advanced obedience offers dogs and their handlers an experience that is fun and energizing. The class focuses on Rally signs, Rally exercises, and the attention skills that dogs need for performance events. This class includes off-leash heeling, drop on recall, hand signals, and obstacle training. Successful completion of Household Obedience Level 2 is required.

300013 A              Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

5:45-6:30 pm       AGE: 14-99         FEE: $140.00

 

DOG TRAINING OBEDIENCE LEVEL 1          

 

This class is designed for dogs 4 months of age and older with no formal training. All elements of basic canine training will be covered including: sit, down, stand, stay, recall, and heel. Common household problems, jumping, chewing, and good manners will be addressed.

ACTIVITY:

300015 A              Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

6:30-7:15 pm       AGE: 14-99         FEE: $200.00

 

DOG TRAINING OBEDIENCE LEVEL 2          

 

This class is for the graduate of the S.T.A.R. Puppy or level 1 class. Consistency and reliability will be significantly improved through distraction training and attention training. Emphasis is on off-leash work, hand signals, and progression toward advanced obedience, Canine Good Citizen, or therapy dog certification.

ACTIVITY:

300017 A              Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

7:30-8:15 pm       AGE: 14-99         FEE: $160.00

 

 

S.T.A.R. stands for “Socialization,” “Training,” “Activity,” and a “Responsible” owner - all things a puppy needs to have a good life. Life skills will be taught to new pups, including basic commands. Proper socialization, interactions, and responsible dog ownership will also be addressed. This class is open to all pups up to one year of age.

ACTIVITY:

300016 A              Thursdays, March 11 to April 15

6:30-7:15 pm       AGE: 14-99         FEE: $200.00

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