Classes & Events

Dogs in this class will learn how to navigate specific agility equipment pieces efficiently, which is enriching and rewarding for both dog and human companion. This class is great for beginners in the agility training program, who want to get a feel for it or just practice some fun, physical, and engaging skill practices. For those interested in learning to navigate full agility course run throughs, we may suggest the “6 week” agility course offering.

• Friday, June 9 (one session a time class)
• 7:45PM – 8:45PM
• Please RSVP
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Ashley

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AKC Community Canine is the third and most advanced level of the Canine Good Citizen Program. The goal of AKC Community Canine is to test the dog’s skills in a natural setting. For example, rather than the dog being tested in a ring, in AKC Community Canine the dog will walk through a real world, real crowd scenario setting like a busy sidewalk.

Examples of things dogs in this course will learn include, but are not limited to:
• Standing, sitting, laying down, and waiting under control
• Walking on a loose leash in a natural setting
• Walking on a loose leash through a crowd
• Walking past other dogs without pulling
• Sitting and staying while in a small group of people and dogs
• Recalling with present distractions

At the end of the 6-week class dogs will participate in an exam and successful teams will earn the CGCA title.

• Prerequisite: CGC certification required
• Sundays: June 11 through July 23 (6 weeks of class)
• NO CLASS the week of July 2
• 10:00 – 11:00AM
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Jessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

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

• Sundays: June 11 through July 9 (4 weeks of class)
• NO CLASS the week of July 2
• 11:30AM – 12:30PM
• Dogs must be comfortable in a group setting, and friendly with other dogs and humans
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations are required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Jessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

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Dogs in this class will learn how to navigate specific agility equipment pieces efficiently, which is enriching and rewarding for both dog and human companion. This class is great for beginners in the agility training program, who want to get a feel for it or just practice some fun, physical, and engaging skill practices. For those interested in learning to navigate full agility course run throughs, we may suggest the “6 week” agility course offering.

• Friday, June 16 (one session a time class)
• 7:45PM – 8:45PM
• Please RSVP
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Ashley

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Looking for something new and fun to cool off you and your pooch this summer? This low impact, for fun pool agility course is geared toward dogs of all ages. Your dog will build confidence in the water as well as working on building muscle through activities that are gentle on their joints. This class is guaranteed to be a splashing good time!

• Mondays: June 19 through July 31 (6 weeks of class)
• NO CLASS the week of July 3
• 7:15PM – 8:55PM
• This pool is a zero entry and goes to 4′ at its deepest point.
• If there is a cancellation due to inclement weather, the class will push out an additional week.

REQUIREMENTS:

• WATER SHOES are a MUST as you will accompany your dog in the pool only when supervised by instructors. No flip flops, Crocs, regular sneakers, or otherwise allowed.
• Please bring your own towel for you and your dog.
• Sign up is required prior to the 6 week class class – please call, email, or sign up on online to reserve your spot.
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

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Tuesday, July 4

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

Are you more excited about the pool than your dog? In this class, our trainer will help “get your dog’s feet wet,” and ease them into getting used to the pool. Our trainer will also work with you to teach your dog how to jump into the pool. Please note: our trainer will be in the pool, but you will not be permitted in yourself.

• Saturday: July 8
• 10:00 – 10:45AM

• Sign up is required prior to the class session – please call, email, or sign up on online to reserve your spot.
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Krista

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This single session class is designed to engage your senior dog both physically and mentally. While a senior dog may be starting to slow down, there are activities that are age appropriate that can help your senior dog thrive. This class gives you the opportunity to do something active with your senior dog through enrichment games and conditioning exercises. Not only will training your senior dog help them remain healthier and happier for longer, but it will also help you to continue to strengthen your bond and create a positive experience for your canine best friend.

• Age range: Dogs 7+
• Sunday: July 16 (single session)
• 11:30AM – 12:30PM
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Jessica Ackerman, CPDT-KA

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Are you more excited about the pool than your dog? In this class, our trainer will help “get your dog’s feet wet,” and ease them into getting used to the pool. Our trainer will also work with you to teach your dog how to jump into the pool. Please note: our trainer will be in the pool, but you will not be permitted in yourself.

• Saturday: August 5
• 10:00 – 10:45AM

• Sign up is required prior to the class session – please call, email, or sign up on online to reserve your spot.
• Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations required as well as a negative fecal including Giardia testing

INSTRUCTOR: Krista

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Learn certified CPR, First Aid & Care for canines. Karen Sable, owner of Pet Emergency Training, LLC, has been a Pet Tech Instructor since 2011. Karen is a trained responder with two national animal emergency response teams: American Humane’s Red Star Animal Emergency Services Team, and Red Rover (formerly United Animal Nations Emergency Animal Rescue Service). She is also the Deputy Chief for the Westmoreland/Fayette/Allegheny County Animal Response Team (CART), and the Coordinator and Chief Instructor for the CART Pet Oxygen Mask Program. Karen also volunteers with the Homeless Cat Management Team and Pittsburgh Cat Adoption Team.

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• Upon completion, all participants will be certified in CPR and first aid for pets

• Saturday, August 19th
• Noon – 5:00PM
• LOCATION: 2nd floor of the Daycare / Dog Park (blue) building
• Space is VERY limited.
• Payment required in advance to hold a spot, and will NOT be refunded if particpiant does not attend class.

INSTRUCTOR: Karen Sable

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