BASIC MANNERS CLASS

For dogs 6 months and older. 
ALSO AVAILABLE IN A PACKAGE of FOUR PRIVATE TRAINING SESSIONS.

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Includes a downloadable Booklet with pre class preparation information, training instructions and other helpful tips. 

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Starts with Orientation night, without dogs, 1 week before your set of classes. There are chairs provided for each person registered so if you are bringing a guest, please bring a chair for them. We will go over the Preparation pages during the Orientation to help you be ready for your classes. There will be a demo dog to help you with the Homework instructions required to start at home before your class. 

 

This is a 5 week on-leash class intended for people-friendly and dog-friendly dogs to learn basic manners. This class is for you to develop a deeper connection and reliable communication skills with your dog. It is not a dog to dog interactive class. Barking dogs that are too disruptive in class, may require an individual behaviour consultation. ​

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This on-leash class teaches:

- Managing the dog’s energy and enthusiasm - recognize what is a trainable zone and help your dog focus in around distractions.

- How to stop reinforcing undesired behaviours and reward behaviours you prefer from your dog. 

- Capturing the dog’s attention and develop a stronger connection together.

- Behaviour modification information for Barking and Jumping will be included in your Booklet with a plan to start at home.  

- Go Say Hi and Sit for greeting people - instead of jumping. 

- How to increase the reliability of responses to cues for Sit, Down, and Stand around Distraction, adding in Duration then Distance (3 D's)

- Adding in Impulse control exercises - replacing a 'stay' with a release. 

- Effective Leash Handling skills and training 3 different types of walks - Heel, Let's Go, and a Walk Nice (your dog's sniffari break)

- Emergency Recall - come to you and Sit in front. 

 

Off-leash and handling exercises may be incorporated if your dog’s behaviour and demeanour is friendly towards people and dogs. 

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6 dogs max. 

 

Graduates of Basic Manners may register for the Intermediate Outdoor Class and may join the Leash Walking Group.

 

$25 off the Outdoor Class if you have attended Puppy (or private Puppy Package) and Basic Manners Class within 2 years. 

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Basic Manners Class can be repeated with a $30 discount. This is especially helpful with people that have dogs that are overreactive to other dogs or people. 

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Class Guidelines 

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All dogs are required to follow the vaccination protocol advised by their vet and to be in good health to attend classes. 

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BASIC MANNERS CLASS DATES:​

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Orientation Sept 22nd:

• Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna

• Time: 7:00 pm

• Important: Orientation must be attended in person, without dogs, to be ready for the following classes.​

Class:

• Dates: Tuesdays, Sept 29 - Oct 27

• Time:   7:15 - 8:15 pm 

• Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna. 

6 dog max. 

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Your spot is confirmed upon payment, which is due within 24 hours of booking.

• A $40 fee applies for cancellations.

• No refunds are provided after Orientation night.

 

Payment Instructions:
Please e-transfer to k9petdogtraining@gmail.com (be sure to add this email to your contacts).

After payment, you’ll receive an email with a code to download the Basic Manners Booklet from the "MORE" section. This booklet contains important preparation and weekly training instructions to help you stay on track with the class.

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