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Class Descriptions Listed below is a description of the classes we offer. Some may not be offered in the current session.Beginners Obedience for Adolescents: Designed to fit the abilities of adolescents who are too old for Kindergarten class but not quite mature enough to be successful in the Beginners Obedience for Adults class. This class is for youngsters ranging in age from 6 months to 10 months of age. The class covers all of the basic obedience trainings such as heeling, sit, down, stay and come but the expectations for the adolescents is a bit more relaxed than what is expected from the adult dogs. We will also take the time to discuss problems you may be experiencing at home with your energetic youngster. Discussions will include canine behaviorisms that will help you understand how dogs view the world and what you need to do as an owner to help your canine companion better fit into your family. If you have taken our Puppy Kindergarten class within the last 6 months, you may deduct $5.00 from the class price as a thank you for your continued effort in making your dog the best that he/she can be. Beginners Obedience for Adults: This class is designed for dogs 11 months and older. The items covered in Beginners Obedience for Adults require some focus and discipline from both you and your dog. If your dog is extremely unfocused at 11 months of age, he/she may not be successful in class and you may be asking your dog to do things he/she is not yet ready for; therefore, you may want to consider waiting a few more months before enrolling in this class OR contact Sylvia at sylviasdogs@juno.com and discuss the possibility of enrolling your dog in the Beginners Obedience for Adolescents class. Some of the items covered in the Beginners Obedience for Adults class are: heeling, sit, down. stay and come. We will also practice various fine-tuning exercises and you will learn about canine behaviors which will help you in your daily dealings with your dog. If you have taken our Puppy Kindergarten class within the last 12 months, you may deduct $5.00 from the class price as a thank you for your continued effort in making your dog the best that he/she can be. CGC/Therapy Dog The CGC/Therapy Dog class is for those dogs who are at least one year of age and have completed a beginners obedience class. "Sit, Down, Stay, Leave It, Come and Heel" are challenged using everyday distractions: people, sounds, and food. The desired outcome is a dog with good manners or a "Canine Good Citizen" (CGC). In addition, training will include exposure to wheelchairs, walkers, and situations common to healthcare facilities. CGC and Therapy Dog testing will be available at the conclusion of the class. Novice Obedience: This class is for handles and dogs that have solid skills in the foundations of obedience and want to continue to progress their training. You will continue to fine-tune the skills already learned, learn new skills and some innovative ways to train your dog. Puppy Kindergarten: This class is for dogs 3 to 6 months of age. If your dog will be just 6 months by the start of the class and has had little or no socialization or training, you may attend Puppy Kindergarten rather than Beginners Obedience if you prefer. This class covers basic light obedience work, but the main focus of class is on socialization, playtime activities and owner education. If you have adopted your puppy from the Humane Society, Animal Welfare League or a rescue organization, you may deduct $5.00 from the class price. You will need to supply a copy of your adoption papers with your registration. If you take puppy class, you will qualify for a $5.00 deduction for all classes that you take in subsequent sessions as long as you have no breaks in enrollment. Conformation: This class is designed for people who wish to learn how to show their dogs in the conformation ring. While it may be a bit easier to attend the class with a show quality dog, it is not a necessity. Dogs must be at least 10 weeks of age to attend this class. Fundamentals of Agility: Agility is a Team of Two. This class is designed to help you develop the foundation skills needed to have fun with your dog while participating in Agility. The focus of this class will be:
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Beginner’s Agility Class: This class is designed to be taken after Fundamentals of Agility. In this class you will continue to develop your relationship with your dog. The course is designed to help you continue developing your handling skills and begin learning the contact obstacles and weave poles. The focus of this class will be:
Agility II: This class is for dogs that have completed Beginner's Agility. You will fine tune the skills already learned and prepare for competition. Rally Obedience: Handlers in this class learn the basics of the AKC's newest sport, Rally Obedience, and will begin novice course work. Dogs and handlers should have a solid foundation in obedience skills before taking this class. It is recommended attendees bring a crate for your dog with you to class. Rally Obedience II: This class is for dogs that have completed Rally Obedience. You will fine tune the skills already learned and prepare for competition. It is recommended attendees bring a crate for your dog with you to class. General information Classes are 6 weeks long for 1 hour every week. The cost of each class is $60.00. If you have a second dog from the same family entered in class or if you are taking more than one class, the cost for the second dog or second class is $30.00. If you take puppy class, you will qualify for a $5.00 deduction for all classes that you take in subsequent sessions as long as you have no breaks in enrollment. Classes are open to all purebred and mixed-breed dogs. There must be a minimum of 5 dogs registered to hold a class. We do not train your dog in our classes. We teach you how to train your dog. Our instructors are all volunteers with many years of experience training their own dogs. Our classes are based on the reward method, where you reward your dog when he/she successfully completes something you have asked him/her to do. Once your dog understands that good things come from you when they are listening, you will be amazed at just how smart your dog can be! Our clubhouse is located on the WH Lyons Fairgrounds in the 'Old MacDonald's Farm' building. The building is in the middle of the fairgrounds on the West edge. (Construction may alter available routes.) There are signs identifying the building. Bring your hungry dog, a leash and a pocket full of treats each night to class. A hungry dog works better. Please choose a treat that your dog truly loves. The treat should be something that can be cut or broken in to very small tidbits. It can be either a store bought treat or people food, such as small pieces of chicken, liver, beef hot dogs or cheese. Whatever you choose, be sure it can be carried easily in your pocket. We ask that while you are in training for the 6 weeks of class, that you only give this treat to your dog while you are in class or when you are practicing at home. If you give this same treat to your dog for just any old thing, your dog will lose interest in the treat and it will no longer be ‘special’. For the first several weeks of class, your dog may be very stressed and may display some signs of aggression or fear. Rest assured that this is not uncommon and it will pass as the weeks go on. Please keep your leash short and keep your eye on your dog at all times. DO NOT allow your dog to greet and touch noses with any of the other dogs in class. The unusual situation of being in a strange place with strange people and strange dogs can make dogs react in negative ways. If you know your dog has aggressive tendencies, you are making a wise choice by bringing your dog to obedience classes. The class will help you gain control of your dog and will help to socialize your dog, however we ask that you bring your dog muzzled to protect the people and other dogs in the building. You can purchase a muzzle at the pet supply stores here in Sioux Falls. You will need to supply a copy of your dogs vaccination records with your registration. Vaccination records must be current and complete and must include the bordatella (kennel cough). Some vets do not give the bordatella unless the owner requests it, so check with your vet to see if your dog has received the vaccination. If he/she has not, you should get your dog vaccinated a minimum of two days prior to the start of class. For a complete description of the required vaccinations go to the class policies page. |
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Sioux Falls, SD 57101 |