Obedience Classes
Our obedience classes are held as a group to help your dog deal with the distraction of other dogs, to help the dogs learn how to behave in a group environment and so that as owners you can help support and encourage each other.
Your dog must be at least 5 months old.
Commands your dog will learn both on and off leash:
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Heel- to walk calmly at your left side, pacing himself to your speed, enjoying the scenery, but paying attention to you
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Automatic sit- to sit automatically at heel when you stop walking.
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Sit- to sit instantly on one command.
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Down- to lie down instantly on one command.
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Stay-to stay in a sitting, lying or standing position.
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Come- to come instantly on one command.
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Finish- to circle around into the heel position.
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Stand for exam- to stand motionless while being examined (your vet will love you!)
To gain reliability, your dog will face the following distractions in class:
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Other dogs and their handlers
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Plates of raw hamburger
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Billy goats
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Rabbits
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Bouncing balls, Female dogs in heat
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Cans of cat food
Behavior problems are also addressed:
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Biting
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Chewing
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Jumping up
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Fighting
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Separation anxiety
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Digging
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And many more...

