Control Unleashed, based on the book by Leslie McDevitt -
New!
Is your dog having trouble focusing in
difficult situations? �Is your dog easily distracted, stressed
or reactive? �Whether it's Agility, Obedience, Rally,
Freestyle, Lure Coursing or getting the opportunity to play with
other dogs, it's important to have some sanity and control before
you unclip that leash. �The 1st day of class you will be
watching some video footage, receiving your class materials and
learning the basics about dog body language . �We limit this
class to 8 dogs. �CU book is included. �No aggressive dogs
please.� No females in season. �Advance registration is
required. �This is a 8 week class and we meet for 90 minutes
each week.
Puppy
Socialization�& Manners
This class is
essential for all new puppies! Here we help to prepare you and your
puppy for the real world. In this class we cover: handling,
socialization, bite inhibition, appropriate
play,�house-training, grooming, impulse control, relationship
building games and some basic obedience. We limit this class to 7
puppies up to the age of 16 weeks. Advance registration is
required.
Family
Dog 1 - Basic Manners and Self Control for the Companion
Dog�
In this class we cover: dog and human body language, attention to handler,
manners, sit, down, stand, stay, recall, walking politely on lead.
We also address some real life issues like begging, barking and
jumping. Your first class you come without your dog. We limit this
class to 7 dogs. Advance registration is required. This is an 8 week
session.
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Family Dog 2 - Basic Manners and Self Control for the
Companion Dog�
This class we continue enjoying the
relationship we have already started building with our dog.� We
play interactive games, learn some tricks, continue looking at human
and dog body language, sharpen our manners, continue sharpening our
recall and lots more leash walking. We limit this class to 8 dogs.
Advance registration is required. This is an 8 week
session.
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Canine Good Citizen Test Prep�
The prerequisite
for this class is Family Dog 1. We cover a solid down-stay with
distractions, recall with distractions, heel, and walking politely
on lead. On our first day of class we do a test run of the CGC
evaluation to take a look at where each team need the most help
in.� On our last day of class we take the Canine Good Citizen
test. Passing the CGC Test is a requirement for many of the therapy
and visiting dog programs throughout the country. Some residential
buildings in major cities require passing this test before your
companion is allowed to live on the apartment.� We limit this
class to 9 dogs. Advance registration is required.� This is an
8-week session.
Body Language Play Group
- New!
This class is an
absolute must for anyone with a dog! �The 1st day of class Ana
asks that you leave your dog at home. �You will be watching
some video footage, receiving your class materials and learning the
basics about dog body language. �In this class we will be
observing our dogs at play. �We will be watching for
appropriate body language and play between dogs. �We will learn
when to intervene and when to let our dogs communicate. �We
limit this class to 8 dogs between the ages of 16 weeks and 2 years.
No aggressive dogs please. �No females in season. �Advance
registration is required. �This is a 5 week
class.
Really Reliable Recall 101
In
this class we teach your dog to come the FIRST time you call.�
It works at a distance, when he is with other dogs, when he is with
other people, chasing squirrels and sniffing in holes.� This is
you emergency recall; the call you need when you need an instant
response.� It keeps your dog safe, providing you with peace of
mind.� This method was developed by a top trainer using positive
reinforcement training methods.� The really Reliable
Recall works for puppies and older dogs as well as difficult to
train breeds.� In this class we take you through the easy to
follow steps to train you dog to truly be reliable off
leash.
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The Double Dog Class � 2 Part Series
The prerequisite for
this class is having an understanding of some of the basic commands
such as come, sit, down and stay.� We start this class with
just the human element of the pack.� We learn how to
effectively use our body language, how to become in charge of
resources and most importantly how to become the benevolent pack
leader that is adored by our dogs.� We learn how to get through
day-to-day life with great stills such as getting through doorways,
a group stay, a group come, greeting visitors and respecting
space.� In Part 2 of our series, we continue to sharpen our
skills and challenge our pack with more distractions like getting in
and out of the car, preparing for a walk and getting ready for
mealtime.� We limit this class to 6 2-dog packs.� Advance
registration is required.� This is a 2 part series of 6-week
classes.
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Fun and
Games
The only requirement for this class is that you
can get your dog�s attention.� We start off this class with
learning some shaping and targeting skills.� We then move on to
learning some interactive games that you can play with your dog and
then to learning tricks such as roll over, shake, little bear and
crawl.� This is a great way to build the human-canine bond. We
limit this class to 10 dogs. Advance registration is required. This
is a 3-week session.
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Agility Foundations - Level 1
This class is for families who are interested in
competing in the sport of Dog
Agility.� We learn the importance of play and rewards
and start our work on the flat, acquiring a good connection and
understanding of body language basics including learning hand and
body signals using targeting and shaping techniques.� We also
learn the importance of warm-up and stretching.� We also get an
introduction to jumps, tire, tunnels and the table.� We limit
this class to 6 dogs. Advance registration is required. This is a 5
week session.
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Agility Foundations Private or Semi-Private Lessons
The prerequisite for this class is Agility Foundations I or a
review of your skills with the trainer. This class is tailor made
for you and your team.� In this class, we work on expanding
handling skills; sharpen contacts; continue work on weave poles;
begin work on distance; and target training. Advance registration is
required.� We limit this class to 4 dogs.� Advance
registration is required.� This is a 5-week
session.
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Novice Agility Drills
The prerequisite for this class is a working knowledge
of all of the obstacles and skills. In this class we practice what
you have been working on in your Foundations Class or your
Semi-Private Class.� Agility is fun! Dog and companion become a
rockin� team as we practice the various contact obstacles, tunnels,
the tire, and hurdles. Our classes are open to mixed
breeds and purebreds alike. Here you will get your physical exercise and
mental stimulation. You will find that this sport is great for the
human-canine bond. Come with a hungry dog and yummy treats, and be
ready to have fun!� Please call prior to your first
visit.
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Advanced Agility Drills
This class is open to dogs and their handlers with
more advanced skills. This class is
designed for the advanced competitive team. We work on specific
handling techniques each week such as; tight turns, weave entries,
nailing our contacts, distance handling and keeping your partner
motivated.� We also work on drills and full
courses in preparation for trials and matches as well as
troubleshoot difficulties brought up by class participants and even
discuss filling in premiums and packing for an Agility road
trip.� Please call prior to your first
visit.
Run-Throughs
We will be offering
run-throughs featuring an Excellent level course with a nested
Novice level course. Run-throughs are open to all dogs who are
familiar with the equipment (we will have channel weaves available).
There will also be space available for anyone wanting to practice
obedience or handler focus with distractions. No aggressive dogs without
prior permission.� No females in season. For the
first month we are offering an introductory price of $6/run/dog or
$12/dog for unlimited runs as time allows. Additional dogs (in the
same family) will be $8/dog for unlimited
runs.
Jog the
Dog
Not necessarily a class, but a
definite must have for the healthy dog.� Click here for more
information.
