dog’s
day out
OBEDIENCE
CLASS SCHEDULE
SUMMER 2008
www.dogsdayoutseattle.com
PUPPY POUNCE: 4-week course for dogs 8 to 16 weeks old (pup
must have had their initial Distemper/Parvo vaccine no less than 10 days prior
to the start of class)
This class will cover age specific issues such as potty training, desensitization to sights, sounds & handling, mouthing, bite inhibition and jumping up as well as beginning work on 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. 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:
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, and go to your place Learn how, by using positive methods, 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. This class is limited to 7 dogs at our Ballard location. Dogs do not attend the 1st week of class.
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 will cover the
same material and use the same techniques as The Basics (see description above).
DIFFICULT DOG: 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 with dog aggression problems to later be able to enter The Basics. The price of this class includes a short evaluation of your dog prior to the start of class to make sure this is the right class for your dog. This class is limited to 6 dogs. INSTRUCTOR: Danette Johnston, LVT, CPDT
LEASH WALKING 101: (Pre-registration required)
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). 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 without.
AGILITY FOR FUN: 5
weeks. This is an active
class just for FUN! Learn to use agility equipment like weave poles, A-frame,
see-saw, jumps and more! Experienced agility dogs also welcome. This class is
outdoors; dress for it! *Discount for 2 sessions (10 weeks). Prerequisite: The Basics
PUPPY 101: 1.5 hour
seminar for humans only. Space is
limited, pre-registration required
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. $50. 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
PUPPY PLAY GROUP: 1-hour play sessions for puppies 8-20 weeks (pup must have had their 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.
*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.
dog’s day
out
206-706-4875
www.dogsdayoutseattle.com
PUPPY POUNCE SATURDAYS 12:00pm June 7 – June 28
$90 WEDNESDAYS 6:45pm Aug 6 – Aug 27
THE BASICS WEDNESDAYS 6:45pm May 14 – June 18
$125 TUESDAYS 6:30pm June 24 – July 29 (West Seattle)
THURSDAYS 6:45pm July
31 – Sept 11 (skip 8/14)
COURTEOUS CANINE SATURDAYS 10:30am-noon June 14, 21 & 28
CRASH COURSE Dog must be at least 1 year old at start of
class
$125 Participants must be present all 3 weeks
DIFFICULT DOG WEDNESDAYS 6:45pm July
2 – July 23
$100 / $80 (if
repeating course)
AGILITY SUNDAYS 11:00am June 8 – July 13 (skip 7/5)
$100 SUNDAYS 11:00am July
20 – Aug 24 (skip 8/17)
LEASH WALKING 101 SATURDAY 12:00pm July
12
$30, $15 to audit (no dog) pre-registration required
PUPPY 101 SEMINAR SATURDAY 12:00pm Aug 2
$50 humans
only – pre-registration required
PUPPY PLAY GROUP SATURDAY 9:45am 5/3,
5/17, 5/31
$10/session SUNDAY 9:45am 6/8, 6/22, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24
Pre-registration
by phone required
Assume you are enrolled in your 1st
choice unless otherwise notified. Please include your email address so that we
can send you confirmation and instructions prior to class.
Please,
no more than 2 people per dog @ Ballard location unless approved by instructor.
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Ballard and W. Sea. classes, enclose check or money order payable to dog’s day out along with registration form below to:
1st choice day/date/time_____________________ 2nd choice day/date/time____________________
Name of dog ____________ Breed ______________ Age (at class start) ________ Sex ___ Altered Y/N__
Your Name ______________________ Phone____________________ E-mail__________________
How did you hear of Dog’s Day Out? __________________________________________________________________
By signing below, I hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against Dog’s Day Out and all of its instructors.
I agree to take full responsibility for my dog’s as well as my own behavior and actions in the event that damages or claims may occur.
I also acknowledge that cancellation must be given 10
days in advance from the first day of class for a full refund or credit. Cancellations
made 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.
Signature ______________________________________(must be 18yrs or older to sign)
*To attend with children under 18, please see our “Kids in class” policy on reverse.