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Everyone has seen the dog who behaves in their home but struggles out in the real world when they see another person, dog or squirrel! Using safe, positive, on- and off-leash handling, we’ll help you maintain control of your pup. This class shows you how to keep your dog focused and in control even the most highly distracting environments. You’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be excited to work with you in all situations! It’s the difference between having a dog who only listens when you have a treat or force them and having a dog who can’t wait for you to give them a command.
Appropriate for age: 6 months+
Prerequisites: Current distemper and rabies vaccinations required. Vaccination history must be presented to trainer at orientation. Bordetella and Canine Influenza vaccinations are recommended but not required. You must be able to attend ALL classes and also have access to a computer, Zoom and email.
Basic Manners is not for dogs who are extremely dog reactive, lunging and growling at other dogs (Please see Reactive Rover). Dogs who are reactive or have bitten are not appropriate for any group class, and should look into individual training; refer to our website for more info. If you enroll in Basic Manners, and your dog must be removed for being reactive, we regret we cannot refund your fee.
Behaviors covered: Sit | Down | Watch | Come | Stay | Leave it | Loose-leash walking | Anti-jumping | Wait
Fee: $219 (6-session class)
Days & times offered:
- Sunday nights with Robin
- Monday nights with Robin
- Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. with Angela & Lowell
Upcoming dates:
Sunday nights July/Aug with Robin starting July 14 @ 5:15 p.m - FULL
Monday nights July/Aug with Robin starting July 15 @ 6:30 p.m - FULL
Tuesday nights July/Aug with Angela & Lowell starting July 16 @ 7:30 p.m. - FULL
Sunday nights Sept/Oct with Robin (Registration will open 7/12)
- September 8 @ 6:30 p.m. (Orientation, online)
- September 15 @ 6:30 p.m.
- September 22 @ 6:30 p.m.
- September 29 @ 6:30 p.m.
- October 6 @ 6:30 p.m.
- October 13 @ 6:30 p.m. (Graduation)
- Make-up date, if needed: Sunday, October 20 @ 6:30 p.m.
Monday nights Sept/Oct with Robin (Registration will open 7/12)
- September 9 @ 6:30 p.m. (Orientation, online)
- September 16 @ 6:30 p.m.
- September 23 @ 6:30 p.m.
- September 30 @ 6:30 p.m.
- October 7 @ 6:30 p.m.
- October 14 @ 6:30 p.m. (Graduation)
- Make-up date, if needed: Monday, October 21 @ 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday nights Oct/Nov with Angela & Lowell (Registration will open 7/12)
- October 1 @ 7:30 p.m. (Orientation, online)
- October 8 @ 7:30 p.m.
- October 15 @ 7:30 p.m.
- October 22 @ 7:30 p.m.
- October 29 @ 7:30 p.m. (NO class November 5)
- November 12 @ 7:30 p.m. (Graduation)
- Make-up date, if needed: Tuesday, November 19 @ 7:30 p.m.
Classes full or unavailable? Sign up to be emailed when new dates open! We regret we cannot keep a waitlist. Thank you for understanding!
Please note:
- Classes are a combination of online (Zoom) and in-person. The first class, orientation, will be on Zoom. In-person classes will mostly be held indoors in HSHV's Education Center, but may occasionally be held outdoors, weather permitting. You must have access to a computer, Zoom and email.
- Class sizes are limited. 1-2 people may attend with your dog, though we have a lot of online, supplemental materials to involve other members of your family, too).
- Students are not permitted to attend if they have any COVID-like symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has COVID-19. Online content (videos, handouts) will be available if you are unable to attend due to illness/exposure.
- Please read all prerequisites and dates carefully; class registration is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
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