Electives

Canine Good Citizen   $105 / 4 weeks

The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) is an American Kennel Club program that certifies responsible dog owners and dogs that can demonstrate good manners in the community.  This class will cover the 10 behaviors on the CGC test to prepare you and your dog to earn cerification.  The test will be given on the last week of class.  CGC Certification is also recognized as a prerequisite for for becoming a therapy dog.

*Guest Trainer (contact info for reservation & payment)

Emily Martin, Pawsitively Pets
pawsitively-pets.org
emilymartin7@gmail.com
805.795.4022

Location

WP and around town; class will mostly be held outside

Level

intermediate-advanced

For ages

6 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
successful completion of a beginning or intermediate reward-based training course, or trainer approval

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

Schedule (CGC)

Day

Time

Start Date - End Date

No Class

Registration

Sundays 

9-10 AM  

Aug 1 - Aug 22

NA

805.795.4022

 

Shy/Fearful Puppy $105 / 4 weeks

Do you have a scared-y puppy? This class is a real confidence booster! It will help prevent and remedy fear-caused behavior problems… making life more enjoyable for you and your puppy!

Level

beginner-Intermediate

For ages

2 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
enrolled in, or successful completion of, a basic reward-based training course

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

 

Over-Exuberant Puppy $105 / 4 weeks

So, your pup has spunk?…inappropriately jumping, pulling on-leash, barking for attention, or the like? Well, it is possible to turn that pup around! This class will help you to re-channel that evil energy for good!

Level

beginner-intermediate

For ages

2 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
enrolled in, or successful completion of, a basic reward-based training course

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

 

Coming When Called $105 / 4 weeks

Work on getting your dog to come to you when you call, no matter where you are or what is going on!

Level

beginner-intermediate

For ages

2 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
enrolled in, or successful completion of, a basic reward-based training course

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

 

Leash Manners $105 / 4 weeks

Trade in your sled dog for a polite pup that walks with you and sits to be greeted! This class is especially valuable for city puppies that live where leashes and manners are a must!

Level

beginner-intermediate

For ages

6 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
enrolled in, or successful completion of, a basic reward-based training course

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

Schedule (Leash Manners)

Day

Time

Start Date - End Date

No Class

Registration

Sundays 

10 AM  

TBA

NA

Closed

 

 

 

Tricky Puppy   $105 / 4 weeks

Four weeks of nothing but fun! This class lets you take a break from obedience and teach some great party tricks, while keeping yoru dog's mind stimulated.  Learn tricks like shake, rollover, high five, play dead, bow, balance-n-catch, weave, and many more.  Will also play some fun enrichment games that you can incorporate into your dog's daily life! 

*Guest Trainer (contact info for reservation & payment)

Emily Martin, Pawsitively Pets
pawsitively-pets.org
emilymartin7@gmail.com
805.795.4022

Location

at wonder puppy

Level

intermediate-advanced

For ages

6 mo + up

Length

4 weeks (1 hour classes)

Includes

clicker & handouts

Pup Requirements

people-safe and dog-safe (no aggression)
healthy, free of parasites, and at least one set of puppy shots
(DHPP, and Rabies if over 6 mo of age)
must know basic training skills like name recall, sit and down.

What To Bring

leash 6ft, non-rectractable leash
harness and/or collar no chains or prongs
treats variety of high value, pea-sized yummies
treat pouch
clicker
bed
small blanket, towel or mat
toy plush or tug type, non-squeakinga
water & bowl
…and an exercised & hungry pup!

Schedule (Tricky Puppy)

Day

Time

Start Date - End Date

No Class

Registration

Mondays 

3-4 PM   

July 26 - Aug 16

NA

805.795.4022

Sundays

10:30-11:30 AM

Aug 1 - Aug 22

NA

805.795.4022