Class is designed for puppies to learn how to socialize with other dogs, walk nicely on a leash and learn basic commands. Also, the instructor may include some puppy agility equipment to stimulate thinking for the puppy. Class must have at least 2 dogs present and no more than 8.
When: Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Instructor: Teri
Will work on being a good pet. Exercises included are: walking on a loose leash, sits, downs, coming when called. This class will also serve as a CGC approved class. Tests will be scheduled as needed towards the end of a session. Will also work on preparing for Novice Competition exercises.
Prerequisite: None
When: Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Instructor: Laura
Will continue working on skills needed to have a good dog in public, but will focus primarily on those that are wanting to begin their journey in AKC Obedience. Skills will include heeling, coming when called, staying until the handler returns. If you are an experienced handler with dogs at the CD level, you may stay in this class until you have achieved a CD on your dog.
Prerequisite: Foundation Obedience or pass a skills test.
When: Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Instructor: April
Will work on skills that prepare a new handler to go in the ring for Novice-like classes in AKC. Class will include how to fill out registration forms and what to expect at a trial. This class is NOT meant for the experienced handler!
Prerequisite: Advanced Foundation Obedience and not titled a dog in Novice Obedience previously.
When: Tuesdays - 5:30pm
Instructor: Joanne
Will work on exercises specific to AKC Open-like classes. You will learn how to train your dog to achieve a CDX. This class is not meant for the experienced handler that only wants to work their dog. You will be required to follow all directions the instructor gives in training.
Prerequisite: Advanced Foundation Obedience or Novice Competition Obedience and have at least 2 qualifying legs of AKC Novice.
When: Tuesdays - 5:30pm
Instructor: Carol
This class if for dogs and students who are currently planning to compete at the advanced obedience levels. All of the foundation skills for these classes will be covered as well as ring procedures. Proofing games suitable for each level will also be presented.
Prerequisite: Open Competition Obedience AND has instructor approval.
When: Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Instructor: Bonnie
All levels will be working at the same time and be split into 2 different rings. Rally Level I (Novice and Intermediate Rally) will work with Novice and Intermediate signs only and beginning courses. Rally Level II (Advanced, Excellent, & Master) will work on Advanced level though Master level signs and continue working on more challenging courses. Class will work on current signs and how to best perform them for an AKC competition.
Prerequisite: Foundation Obedience class or similar.
When: Mondays 7:30pm-8:30pm
Instructor: Pat, Lorie, Laura, Sarah, & Mary
Introduction to obstacles that are found in a standard AKC course. In addition, dogs will learn how to follow simple directions from their handler. As the class and handler progress, the instructors will begin to add more challenging scenarios.
Prerequisite: Foundation Obedience and have the ability to work around other dogs off leash.
When: Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm
Instructor: Sandy & Ashley
All dogs must be able to complete obstacles independently, work without any leash, and sequence at least 8-10 obstacles at a time. Class is a continuation of Agility with Mary and will aid handlers in preparations for competition beyond Novice classes. Also, the instructor will lay courses to stimulate distance and challenge both handler and dog. Once you have a championship on a dog in this class, please use open agility practice.
Prerequisite: Agility with Mary and actively competing in agility.
When: Wednesday 6:45pm-7:45pm
Instructor: Kim
Handling skills perfected and learn to read a course and plan your run.
Prerequisite: Class is a continuation of Agility with Sandy and will work on sequencing several obstacles at a time, firming communication between handler and dog and work through trouble areas on obstacles. As the handler and class become more confident, the class will become more challenging!
When: Wednesday 8:00pm-9:00pm
Instructor: Mary
Begin learning how to communicate with your dog in a fun way whether you are wanting to show off a skill to your friends, test in AKC Trick Titles, or prepare ring warmups for various venues. Also, willing to work towards DMWYD Animal Actors tests as well. Dogs are required to be on either a flat buckle or martingale collar.
Prerequisite: None
When: Tuesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm
Instructor: Laura
This is a drop in class, no registration required. Learn how to present your dog in the conformation ring with confidence.
When: Thursdays 7:30pm (no class on the 4th Thursday of each month)
Instructor: Penny Dreps, Tegan Jaworski, Valerie Stern, Lisa Minnick
Price: $10
The building is open for open practices on Sundays from 9:30am - noon & Wednesdays from 10:00am - noon
Please use the link below to sign up for open practice. Please note, if you do NOT have a key to the building you will need to make sure someone else in your time block has a key to open the building. Open Practice Sign Up Sheet
Open Obedience Practice Guidelines
Unless there are no Utility dogs present, the following guidelines will be observed: