OBEDIENCE
Obedience training ranges from very basic
training, such as teaching the dog to reliably respond to basic commands such as
"sit", "down", "come", and "stay", to high level competition within clubs such
as the AKC where additional commands, accuracy and performance are scored and
judged.
Obedience implies compliance with the direction or command given by the handler.
For a dog to be considered obedient rather than simply trained in obedience, it
must respond reliably each time the command is given, by what is commonly known
as its handler. A dog can go through Obedience training and not be obedient. If
a dog is referred to as being Obedience Trained it should comply immediately
with every command its handler gives. In the strictest sense an Obedience
trained dog is an obedient dog. The relationship and trust between the dog and
handler are important for success.
Obedience training builds a good foundation for other dog activities such as
Agility, Canine Musical Freestyle and Therapy Dog work.
Fall
2008 Class Schedules
Participation is by pre-registration only ~ Class number is limited
All Registration Must Be Complete by August 28, 2008
Puppy Class ~ Fall Session is 6 Weeks
This class is for puppies age 12-20 weeks/3-5 months of age.
$35/club members $70.00/non members
Saturdays 11:30 -12:30 Classes are held outdoors
Classes begin ~ September 20, 2008
Learn how to train your puppy to sit, down, stay, stop nipping your fingers, and stop chewing your furniture. Your new puppy will learn to play nicely with other dogs and to behave at the Vet's office. Puppy will also learn some tricks to "wow" your friends.
For More Information Contact:
Cyndi Salesky 804-580-5128
Kay Guy 804-580-4078
Basic Obedience ~ Fall Session is 7 Weeks
$40/club members $80.00/non members
Thursdays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Classes are held outdoors
Classes begin ~ September 18, 2008
Obedience Training is one of the best things you can do for your dog or puppy...
and especially for yourself. Obedience training doesn't solve all behavior
problems, but it is the foundation for solving just about any problem. Training
opens up a line of communication between you and your dog. Effective
communication is necessary to instruct your dog about what you want her to do.
With a few basics, you can teach your dog anything from 'stay' (don't bolt out
the door) to 'sit' (don’t jump up on the visitors), to 'leave it' (don't chew
the furniture).
Do you ever find yourself saying: I love my dog . . . but I can’t live with him?
In this class, you will learn the basic fundamentals for training your dog to do
just about anything you want. In class you will learn how to teach your dog to
sit, lie down, come (which is quite valuable) and best of all how to walk nicely
by your side and not pull you down the street. If you want to be able to get
your dog to live by your standards, or just have some basic manners, then this
is the class for you.
Please dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes. Dogs should wear a buckle
or training collar and please bring a 6-foot lead. Also, bring some good, soft
treats to reward your dog during the class. This may be pieces of cheese,
hotdogs or any other dog treats.
For More Information Contact:
Kay Guy 804-580-4078
Cyndi Salesky 804-580-5128
Beyond Basic Obedience ~ Fall Session is 8 Weeks
Pre-screening & orientation for Level I participants is required and will be held the first week.
$40/club members $80.00/non members
Mondays 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Classes begin ~ September 15, 2008
Beyond Basic Obedience (BBO) Class are for dogs and their handlers to reinforce
the basic training and communications skills required for a good working team.
Dogs should be able to walk nicely on a leash and are expected to know basic
commands such as Sit, Down, Stay and Come, maybe not always perfectly! This
course integrates the requirements of the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and
Therapy Dog International (TDI) testing required for future therapy dog
certification.
Please dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes. Dogs should wear a buckle or training collar and please bring a 6-foot lead.
Also bring some good, soft treats to reward your dog during the class. This may be pieces of cheese, hotdogs or any other dog treats.
For More Information Contact:
Cyndi Salesky 804-580-5128
Nicole Larson804-580-8040
Click Here for Registration Form
Please send in separate form for each dog