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PUPPY POUNCE:  4-week class for dogs 8 to 16 weeks old (pup must have had his initial Distemper/Parvo vaccine no less than 10 days prior to 1st class). If you have health concerns about your young pup socializing with others please READ THIS! This class will cover age specific issues such as potty training, desensitization to sights and sounds, mouthing, bite inhibition and jumping up as well as beginning work on control commands including “sit”, “down” and “come”. We will discuss what to expect in different stages of canine development and socialization and allow pups to socialize with other pups and humans during supervised “recess” periods. Positive reinforcement only; no leash corrections will be used. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT

 

PUPPY PLAY GROUP: One-hour play sessions for puppies 8-20 weeks (pup must have had his initial Distemper/Parvo vaccine no less than 10 days prior to session).  Come socialize your puppy in a safe and monitored environment. A trainer will be on hand while your pup learns crucial socialization, play and bite inhibition skills from his fellow pups. $10 per session, pre-registration is required.

 

PUPPY 101: (humans only, pre-registration required) 1.5 hour seminar for humans only.
Have a new puppy or thinking of getting one? Just miss getting into a puppy class? This  seminar will get you started on the basics of what you need to know to raise a great pup! We will discuss the best methods of management, house breaking, desensitization, socialization  and stages of canine development. Included in the price of this class is the Ultimate Puppy Tool Kit (www.ultimatepuppy.com ) a set of 6+ books, $20 value. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT

 

THE BASICS: Our core 6-week basic obedience course for dogs 6 months and older

This class uses reward based positive reinforcement only; no leash corrections are used. The class covers canine thought, communication, leadership, jumping up and walking on a loose leash as well as practical commands such as sit, down, stay, wait, come, look, leave-it, go to your place. Learn how, by using positive methods, you can prevent undesirable behaviors and gain desirable ones.  You will also be given basic tools to become a great (and effective!) leader to your dog. Time permitting, this class may include supervised “recess” periods for socialization if appropriate for your dog. Dogs do NOT attend the first week of class. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT

 

BEYOND THE BASICS/Canine Good Citizen Prep: 4+-week course for graduates of The Basics

This class continues our work from The Basics incorporating distractions and off-leash work. We will also practice the skills needed for passing the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen test and learn beginning tricks and agility. CGC evaluations on the last week of class (last class is extended; price included in the class fee).  Prerequisite: The Basics or prior instructor approval (private evaluation required). This class is limited to 6 dogs. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT

 

COURTEOUS CANINE CRASH COURSE:   3-week intensive Basic Obedience class for dogs 1 year and older. Classes meet for 1.5 hour sessions once a week for 3 weeks (you must attend all 3 sessions; if one is missed you will not be allowed to attend the following sessions).

For those of you who have a hard time scheduling a 6 week obedience class into your busy life we have designed an intensive “crash course”.  This class covers the same material and uses the same techniques as The Basics.  

 

TRICKS! 4-week class for dogs who have completed THE BASICS (or have prior instructor approval).
This is a fun, relaxed class where you will learn some basic tricks such as bow, spin, crawl, roll over, grab it (among others!).  We will also give you the skills to continue with more complicated feats.

 

Doggie Tricks

AGILITY FOR FUN: 6 week session

This is a FUN one! Learn to use agility equipment like weave poles, A-frame, see-saw, jumps and more! Dogs must have taken Basic obedience to attend.  Experienced Agility dogs also welcome. This class is outdoors; dress for it! Seasonal.


DIFFICULT DOG:
Private evaluation plus 4-week class aimed at dogs with reactive or aggressive tendencies towards other dogs.  We will work on teaching the dogs to relax in the presence of other dogs and, most importantly, to have your dog look to YOU for cues on how they should react when other dogs are present.  This is a good intro for a reactive dog to later be able to enter The Basics. This class includes a 30 minute private evaluation (included in the price of the class) with the instructor which must be completed at least one week prior to the start of class. This class is limited to 6 dogs at our Ballard location.  INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT

 

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN:
AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Testing at
dog’s day out. The testing cost is $20. Pre-registration is required. For more info on CGC go to www.akc.org .

 

BARKS & BABES:  1.5 hr seminar for humans only.
Remember when your dog was your only baby? Times have changed! Whether you are planning, expecting or already in the throes of parenthood, this class is for you! Barks & Babes covers topics involved in the management of living with baby and dog and keeping all healthy and happy. Among other things, we will discuss safety (for both dog and baby), disease/parasites, desensitizing dog to baby sounds/movements, and how to walk and exercise your dog with baby in tow. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT and MOM!

 

LEASH WALKING 101 :
Tired of all that pulling and dragging??!! This one hour workshop deals exclusively with teaching your dog to walk with you on a loose leash. Positive training methods used (no choke chains, pinch collars or retractable leashes). Please bring your dog on a regular collar, head collar or harness, a leash no longer than 6 ft. and plenty of yummy treats your dog loves (tiny, soft bits are best). Pre-registration required. This class is for friendly, non-reactive/non-aggressive dogs on leash. If your dog is reactive (barking, lunging on leash) please contact us for an appropriate class.  $30 with your dog, $15 to audit without a dog.

 

“WHAT IN THE WORLD IS HE THINKING” SEMINAR:

Most dogs don’t do what we want them to do not because they are “spiteful,” “mad,” or “bored;” but because they just don’t get it!  A dog is a dog.  He is not a small furry human with four legs.  It is imperative for us humans to try to understand some basic canine behaviors and thought patterns before we can teach them anything we want them to do. This short and lively seminar delves into your dog’s mind to figure out how he thinks; canine “language” and pack structure/mentality are discussed.  We cover how, by using positive reinforcement techniques, you can prevent undesirable behaviors and gain desirable ones.  We will also give you basic tools to become a great (and effective!) leader to your dog.

 

*Our “kids in class” policy*

We believe it is important for the whole family to be involved in your dog’s training and highly encourage children to attend classes. We require an adult present with any child under 18 and we require an adult dog handler with any child under 10. In order to maintain focus on the dog, children under 6 must be accompanied by 2 adults so that one adult can concentrate on dog handling and the other on the child handlingJ. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

 

All Classes are one hour unless otherwise noted.

 

OBEDIENCE CLASS SCHEDULE SPRING 2010:
If you are interested in registering for one or more of the Obedience Classes or Seminars download a registration mail-in form below:

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Note: All classes have a limited number dogs per class (depending on the class),
2 people per dog @ Ballard or prior instructor consent

ALL CLASSES HELD IN BALLARD LOCATION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

 

 

 

              

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUPPY POUNCE

$90

SATURDAYS

TUESDAYS

 

 

 

 

 

 

11:30am

 

6:45pm

 

 

 

 

 

Apr 24 - May 15


June 1 - June 23

 

 

THE BASICS

$130

Dogs do NOT attend the first week of class.

 

WEDNESDAYS

SATURDAYS

 

 

 

TUESDAYS

 

WEDNESDAYS

 

WEDNESDAYS

 

 

6:45pm

10:30am

 

 

6:30pm



6:45pm

 

10:30am

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mar 10 - Apr 14

Mar 20 - Apr 24

Apr 6 - May 11

(@TOTC-Georgetown)

 

Apr 21 - May 26

 


May 1 - June 12 

(skip 5/29)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRICKS!

$100

 

SATURDAYS

11:30am

 Mar 27 - Apr 17

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIFFICULT DOG
$100 (includes private evaluation before the start of class) $80 if repeating course

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12:30pm

 

 

 

Apr 3 - Apr 24

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 BEYOND BASICS

$100

 SATURDAYS  12:30pm

May 1 - May 22 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUPPY PLAY GROUP

$10/session- 1 hour
Pre-registration by phone required.

 

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1st & 3rd Sunday of the month

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: You must agree to take full responsibility for your dog as well as your own behavior and actions in the event that damages or claims that may occur. Any cancellation must be given 10 days in advance from the first day of class for a full refund. Cancellations within 10 days of the start of class will receive credit only for half the amount of the class registered for.  No refunds or credits given after the 1st day of class.

You are welcome (and encouraged) to observe any class before you register; please feel free to call and schedule an observation 206-706-4875.

 

 


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