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Rodeo Dog - Single Sessionwed02apr8:00 pmwed9:00 pm8:00 pm - 9:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

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Rodeo Dog is a fun sport for an owner and their dog. It was designed like barrel racing for horses but with you and your dog. Any dog and handler can do this sport with no experience needed. You will form a close bond with your dog as you compete in a fun and safe environment. Everyone can enjoy this sport. There are no restrictions and accommodations will be made for handler or dog so that everyone can participate. Come join us and have a great time with your dog!

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Super Seniorssun06apr12:00 pmsun1:00 pm12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $25 per dog Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

This single session class is designed to engage your senior dog both physically and mentally. Your pup may be starting to slow down but, this class will give you the opportunity to do something active with your senior dog through enrichment games and conditioning exercises. Not only will training with your senior dog help them remain healthier and happier longer, but it will also help you to continue to strengthen your bond and create a positive experience for your canine best friend. This class is for dogs over 7 years old.

  • Dogs ages 7+ are able to enroll in this class
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Virtual Workshop: Leash Reactivitymon07apr6:30 pmmon8:00 pm6:30 pm - 8:00 pm $30 Event Organized ByLisa Bartel, CPDT-KA, DN-CET, CSAP-BC

DETAILS

In this virtual workshop we will talk about why dogs can be reactive on leash as well as give some tips on how to manage the situation. We cannot give individualized training tips or behavior modification plans for your personal dog.

  • Learn from the comfort of your own home! We will meet via Google Meet for up to 90 minutes including Q&A. You will receive a meeting link upon registration. You will need a device such as a laptop, computer, or cell phone to join the Workshop, but you do not have to have your camera on during the workshop.

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Rodeo Dog - Single Sessionwed09apr8:00 pmwed9:00 pm8:00 pm - 9:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Rodeo Dog is a fun sport for an owner and their dog. It was designed like barrel racing for horses but with you and your dog. Any dog and handler can do this sport with no experience needed. You will form a close bond with your dog as you compete in a fun and safe environment. Everyone can enjoy this sport. There are no restrictions and accommodations will be made for handler or dog so that everyone can participate. Come join us and have a great time with your dog!

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Leash Mannerssat12apr10:30 amsat11:30 am10:30 am - 11:30 am $25 per dog Event Organized ByLisa Bartel, CPDT-KA, DN-CET, CSAP-BC

DETAILS

This “drop in” class will focus on the foundation skills of good leash handling that will make walks with your dog more enjoyable. You will learn how to hold your leash, how to combat pulling on leash, and how to connect with your dog so you aren’t relying on your leash to move your dog.

  • “Drop in” classes are for dogs six months of age or older, unless otherwise stated, who are both people and dog friendly.
  • Dogs should be comfortable and non-reactive in a group class setting.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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DOGA - Yoga for Your Dog with You!sat12apr1:00 pmsat2:00 pm1:00 pm - 2:00 pm $25 per dog Event Organized ByJen Stratakis

DETAILS

DOGA: Yoga for your dog with you! Deepen your bond with your dog in this fun class. Class will include human and canine yoga poses. Please bring a large beach towel or yoga mat, your dog on a leash, and be ready to learn and have fun! Prior yoga experience not required.

  • Your dog should be 6 months of age or older to participate in DOGA.
  • Your dog should be both people and dog-friendly.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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NEW: Nail File Clinic Drop Insun13apr10:00 amsun11:00 am10:00 am - 11:00 am $25 per dog, plus possible cost of nail file (TBD) Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Teach your dog how to file their own nails! Training your dog to use a nail file is a great way to maintain their nails between trims. In this class you will learn all about how to teach this valuable skill. This Single Session is being offered to 5 working teams (human and dog) and 5 audit spots (human only). At the end of the clinic nail file boards will be available for purchase. Come teach your dogs to be a part of their “spa day!”

  • “Drop in” classes are for dogs six months of age or older, unless otherwise stated, who are both people and dog friendly.
  • Dogs should be comfortable and non-reactive in a group class setting.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Any Level AKC/WCRL Rally - Single Sessionsun13apr5:00 pmsun6:00 pm5:00 pm - 6:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Our trainer will adapt the level of challenge in this class to suit the enrollees – any and all experience levels welcome! AKC Rally is a companion sport in AKC Obedience. It is teamwork between owner and dog as they move with an instructor thru a course at their own pace. The owner and dog have to have completed a basic manners course. The sport was designed with the traditional dog owner in mind, but can be challenging for those who enjoy a higher level of competition. Communication from owner to their dog is encouraged and perfect heeling position is not required, but there should be a sense of teamwork and enthusiasm as they enjoy this bonding sport together.

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Attendees should be able to walk nicely on a leash.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Both AKC and WCRL signs will be taught in this class.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Sniff & Go - Single Sessionsun13apr6:00 pmsun7:00 pm6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Sniff & Go is a new and fun way for you and your dog to practice searching for hidden items. Your dog will be provided with 3 or 4 searches. You choose if you want to know how many hides, hide location, or run it blind.

  • Dog must have done nosework previously and must be experienced with all four target odors birch, anise, clove, cypress).
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Reactive Dog Seriesmon14apr7:45 pm7:45 pm $100 for 3 weeks Event Organized ByAshley Phelps, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Reactive Dog series is a 3 week class that will give dog owners the practical life skills needed for living with reactivity. This class will help you learn important walking skills to help with prevention, management, and redirection for reactivity. Using positive reinforcement methods, you will get tools to manage and control your dog’s behavior.

This class will run on Mondays for 3 weeks, April 14 – 28.

  • Before enrolling you will talk with the trainer to see if this class is something that is appropriate for you and your dog.
  • Dogs must have a “no bite” history.
  • Dogs should be wearing a harness with a standard 6 foot leash.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Basic Manners Level 2mon14apr6:30 pm6:30 pm $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByAshley Phelps, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Basic Manners Level 2 is a 6 week course to expand on foundation skills taught in Basic Manners Level 1. This series will include distance and distractions, as well as off-leash exercises. This series will help prepare teams
who are interested in CGC/TDI classes.

This class will run on Mondays for 6 weeks, April 14 through May 19.

  • Completion of our Basic Manners Level 1 class or similar class elsewhere. Your dog needs a solid understanding and base of the basics including Sit, Lay/Down, Stay, Place, and Leave it to register for this class.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Easter Egg Hunt Trick Classtue15apr7:00 pmtue8:00 pm7:00 pm - 8:00 pm $25 per dog Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Trick training is a great way for you and your dog to bond and learn something new! In this special Easter class, dogs will learn some fun tricks sure to impress the Easter Bunny. There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt where dogs will have an opportunity to find hidden easter eggs filled with dog friendly surprises!

  • This is a “drop in” class. “Drop in” classes are for dogs six months of age or older, unless otherwise stated, who are both people and dog friendly.
  • Dogs should be comfortable and non-reactive in a group class setting.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Any Level AKC/WCRL Rally - Single Sessionsat19apr10:00 amsat11:00 am10:00 am - 11:00 am $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Our trainer will adapt the level of challenge in this class to suit the enrollees – any and all experience levels welcome! AKC Rally is a companion sport in AKC Obedience. It is teamwork between owner and dog as they move with an instructor thru a course at their own pace. The owner and dog have to have completed a basic manners course. The sport was designed with the traditional dog owner in mind, but can be challenging for those who enjoy a higher level of competition. Communication from owner to their dog is encouraged and perfect heeling position is not required, but there should be a sense of teamwork and enthusiasm as they enjoy this bonding sport together.

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Attendees should be able to walk nicely on a leash.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Both AKC and WCRL signs will be taught in this class.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Sniff & Go - Single Sessionsat19apr11:00 amsat12:00 pm11:00 am - 12:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Sniff & Go is a new and fun way for you and your dog to practice searching for hidden items. Your dog will be provided with 3 or 4 searches. You choose if you want to know how many hides, hide location, or run it blind.

  • Dog must have done nosework previously and must be experienced with all four target odors birch, anise, clove, cypress).
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Easter Sundaysun20aprAll Day(All Day: Sunday)

DETAILS

  • HOTEL: the office is closed. There will be staff here to care for our guests.
  • GROOMING SALON: closed
  • DAYCARE: closed
  • TRAINING: no training classes
  • DOG PARK: closed

Any Level AKC/WCRL Rally - Single Sessionsat26apr10:00 amsat11:00 am10:00 am - 11:00 am $25 per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Our trainer will adapt the level of challenge in this class to suit the enrollees – any and all experience levels welcome! AKC Rally is a companion sport in AKC Obedience. It is teamwork between owner and dog as they move with an instructor thru a course at their own pace. The owner and dog have to have completed a basic manners course. The sport was designed with the traditional dog owner in mind, but can be challenging for those who enjoy a higher level of competition. Communication from owner to their dog is encouraged and perfect heeling position is not required, but there should be a sense of teamwork and enthusiasm as they enjoy this bonding sport together.

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Attendees should be able to walk nicely on a leash.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Both AKC and WCRL signs will be taught in this class.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Sniff & Go - Single Sessionsat26apr11:00 amsat12:00 pm11:00 am - 12:00 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Sniff & Go is a new and fun way for you and your dog to practice searching for hidden items. Your dog will be provided with 3 or 4 searches. You choose if you want to know how many hides, hide location, or run it blind.

  • Dog must have done nosework previously and must be experienced with all four target odors birch, anise, clove, cypress).
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Classsun27apr11:00 am11:00 am $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

How much happiness does your dog bring to you? Have you ever thought about sharing that joy with hospitals, nursing homes, and the community? All you have to do is pass a simple training test and your dog can bring his wagging tail to many in need of a smile! This prep class will help you and your dog master each step of the test.

This class will run on Sundays for 6 weeks, April 27 through June 8. There will be no class the week of May 25.

$140 is the 6 week prep class fee. Additional fees will apply for the CGC test. *Exam also requires guardians to submit forms independently to the respective organization. Guardians will be responsible to pay the fees to submit these forms.

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Testing will be offered at the end of the 6 weeks.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Recall - Teach Your Dog To Come When Called!sun27apr9:00 am9:00 am $100 for 4 weeks Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

This class takes a fresh, new spin on teaching your dog to come when called by engaging your dog in games and exercises that teach strong recall and overall off-leash skills in a fun way.

This class will run on Sundays for 4 weeks, April 27 through May 18.

  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Basic Manners Level 1sun27apr10:00 am10:00 am $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

For dogs ages 6 months and up, this is a 6 week class. Dogs will learn sit, down, stay, come when called, leave it, leash walking, place and more – all with distractions added to help good behaviors stick!

This class will run on Sundays for 6 weeks, April 27 through June 8. No class the week of May 25.

  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class, 6-Week Sessiontue29apr7:00 pm7:00 pm $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

S.T.A.R. stands for Socialization, Training, Activity, and Responsible owner!

This class is designed to get owners and puppies off to a great start and build the foundations for a lasting relationship. In class, we will address common puppy problems like potty training and mouthing. Puppies will have opportunities to participate in confidence building socialization activities and will engage in appropriate puppy play. Owners will learn techniques to elicit engagement and attention from their puppies that will help them focus and learn. Basic manners and desired behaviors will be taught utilizing positive reinforcement techniques and games. Puppies will learn the foundations for sit, down, relaxing on a mat, come, stay, loose leash walking, and more.

At the end of the 6-week class puppies will participate in an exam and successful teams will graduate from the AKC STAR Puppy Program.

This class will run on Tuesdays for 6 weeks, May 6 through June 3.

  • Puppy age range: 24 weeks or younger at the start of class
  • 1st round of vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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May

Virtual Workshop: Separation Anxiety Basicsmon05may6:30 pmmon8:00 pm6:30 pm - 8:00 pm $30 Event Organized ByLisa Bartel, CPDT-KA, DN-CET, CSAP-BC

DETAILS

This virtual workshop will give you information on what separation anxiety is, signs of separation anxiety, body language videos, how to begin to desensitize your dog to your departure, and a fun game to begin home alone training.

  • Learn from the comfort of your own home! We will meet via Google Meet for up to 90 minutes including Q&A. You will receive a meeting link upon registration. You will need a device such as a laptop, computer, or cell phone to join the Workshop, but you do not have to have your camera on during the workshop.

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Intermediate Scent Classwed07may6:30 pm6:30 pm $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Intermediate Scent Work Class is for those who are still new to scent classes, but have some experience. We will put some skills to the test and challenge your dog to learn more, working beyond just basic beginner steps if possible, to prep them for intermediate and higher level classes. Our Scent Classes are a recreational version of what you see police and military dogs do! This new sport is based on positive reward techniques
and it is wonderful mental stimulation for your dog. Dogs that progress in their abilities can move on to higher level classes to prepare for trials, testing, and titling.

This class will run on Wednesdays for 6 weeks, May 7 through June 11.

  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Rodeo Dog - Single Sessionwed07may7:30 pmwed8:30 pm7:30 pm - 8:30 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Rodeo Dog is a fun sport for an owner and their dog. It was designed like barrel racing for horses but with you and your dog. Any dog and handler can do this sport with no experience needed. You will form a close bond with your dog as you compete in a fun and safe environment. Everyone can enjoy this sport. There are no restrictions and accommodations will be made for handler or dog so that everyone can participate. Come join us and have a great time with your dog!

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Four on the Floor for Jumperssat10may10:00 amsat11:00 am10:00 am - 11:00 am $25 per dog Event Organized ByLisa Bartel, CPDT-KA, DN-CET, CSAP-BC

DETAILS

In this “drop in” class you will learn fun and effective ways to help your dog stop jumping! We’ll begin to teach you and your dog how to make the floor more exciting than jumping up on people or things.

  • “Drop in” classes are for dogs six months of age or older, unless otherwise stated, who are both people and dog friendly.
  • Dogs should be comfortable and non-reactive in a group class setting.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Rodeo Dog - Single Sessionwed14may7:30 pmwed8:30 pm7:30 pm - 8:30 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Rodeo Dog is a fun sport for an owner and their dog. It was designed like barrel racing for horses but with you and your dog. Any dog and handler can do this sport with no experience needed. You will form a close bond with your dog as you compete in a fun and safe environment. Everyone can enjoy this sport. There are no restrictions and accommodations will be made for handler or dog so that everyone can participate. Come join us and have a great time with your dog!

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Rodeo Dog - Single Sessionwed21may7:30 pmwed8:30 pm7:30 pm - 8:30 pm $25 per class, per dog Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

Rodeo Dog is a fun sport for an owner and their dog. It was designed like barrel racing for horses but with you and your dog. Any dog and handler can do this sport with no experience needed. You will form a close bond with your dog as you compete in a fun and safe environment. Everyone can enjoy this sport. There are no restrictions and accommodations will be made for handler or dog so that everyone can participate. Come join us and have a great time with your dog!

  • Completion of a Manners class with us, or similar class elsewhere is required.
  • Any and all skill levels welcome to attend. Beginners encouraged as well!
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

Humans are allowed to bring multiple dogs with one handler, under the following conditions:

  • 1.) Handler must work their dogs one at a time from the vehicle/crate.
  • 2.) Enrollee must pay for 2 spots.

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Memorial Daymon26mayAll Day(All Day: Monday)

DETAILS

  • The Dog Park and Pool are open on Memorial Day Noon – 4:00PM
  • Reservations via our online request form are encouraged to ensure entry, especially for a holiday – but not required.

Beginner Scent Classthu29may6:30 pm6:30 pm $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

This beginner class is for new-comers. In laying the building blocks for success, we first teach the game sniffing out a scent. This first class works mostly with treats, boxes and a small course. By the end of the six weeks, dogs will be introduced to their first scent. Our Scent Classes are a recreational version of what you see police and military dogs do! This new sport is based on positive reward techniques and it is wonderful mental stimulation for your dog. Dogs that progress in their abilities can move on to higher level classes to prepare for trials, testing, and titling.

This class will run on Thursdays for 6 weeks, May 29 through July 10. No class the week of July 3.

  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Advanced Scent Classthu29may7:30 pm7:30 pm $140 for 6 weeks Event Organized ByJen Heid, CPDT-KA

DETAILS

After your dog has completed the Beginner and Advanced Beginner scent classes, they will be ready for the more challenging Advanced scent class. Here, we are working various scents and real life obstacles. This class will help prepare for your testing.

This class will run on Thursdays for 6 weeks, May 29 through July 10. No class the week of July 3.

  • Completion of Beginner and Advanced Beginner scent classes with us, or similar elsewhere required.
  • Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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