BASIC MANNERS CLASS
For dogs 6 months and older.
ALSO AVAILABLE IN A PACKAGE of FOUR PRIVATE TRAINING SESSIONS.
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.
Starts with Orientation night, without dogs, 1 week before class.
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Includes a downloadable Booklet with pre class preparation information, training and other helpful tips to work with at home.
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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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5-6 dogs per class.
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 at a discount. This is especially helpful with people that have dogs that are overreactive to other dogs or people.
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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 Details:
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Location: Pet Planet, 1135 Stevens Road, West Kelowna
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Date & Time: Sept 24th at 7:00 PM
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Important: Orientation must be attended in person, without dogs, to be ready for class.​
Class:
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Dates: Sundays, Oct 5th - Nov 9th *NO CLASS Oct 12th*
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Time: 7-8pm FULL
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Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna.
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Dates: Mondays, Oct 6th - Nov 10th *NO CLASS Oct 13th*
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Time: 7-8pm FULL
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Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna.
Orientation Details:
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Location: Pet Planet, 1135 Stevens Road, West Kelowna
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Date & Time: Nov 4th at 7:00 pm
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Important: Orientation must be attended in person, without dogs, to be ready for class.​
Class:
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Dates: Sundays, Nov 16th - Dec 14th FULL
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Time: 7-8 pm
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Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna.
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Dates: Tuesdays, Nov 18th - Dec 16th FULL
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Time: 7-8pm
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Location: SunRidge Community Church, 1190 Stevens Road, West Kelowna.
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NEXT CLASS DATES Jan 25, 2026
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5-6 dog max.
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Your spot is confirmed upon payment, which is due within 24 hours of booking.
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A $40 fee applies for cancellations.
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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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