Group Training
Our group classes are fun, non-judgmental and suitable for any dog who is not dog or people reactive. We offer puppy classes and adult obedience, as well as fun classes.
All of our classes are designed to enhance your relationship with your dog through positive reinforcement based methods.
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UPCOMING START DATES
The next round of group classes will begin Saturday, July 4th; Saturday August 15th; & Saturday, September 26th. Level 1 will also be offered on Thursdays at 6 pm, beginning the same week.
Puppy Socialization- Saturdays at 10 am
Level 1- Saturdays at 11 am & Thursdays at 6 pm
Level 2- Saturdays at 12 pm
Level 3- Saturdays at 1 pm
Level 4 Workshops- Contact us for more details!
Puppy Socialization
Get your puppy started off on the right paw!
Our group puppy classes are appropriate for:
10 - 20 week old puppies of all breeds
Puppies that have received their second round of vaccinations including bordetella
What do you get in each class?
Every class includes supervised interaction to support positive exposure experiences with new objects, people, and other dogs.
Introduction to fun Pattern Games each week
4 modules for $150 + tax
Bundle and Save!
4 Puppy modules PLUS 5 modules of Level 1
$310 + tax!
To prevent fear, anxiety, and aggression issues later in life, puppies need to receive safe exposure to their world! Socialization to new sights, sounds, and situations is critical to developing confident and resilient adult dogs.
The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior recommends that puppies start in a puppy class prior to receiving all core vaccinations!
Class curriculum:
Module 1: Intro to Training
Biting, Walking Tools & Training Basics
Name Recognition
Sit
Touch
Module 2: Place & Come
Housetraining & Crate Training
Place
Down
Come
Module 3: Stay & Leave It
Body Language & Appropriate Dog Play
Stay
Leave It
Drop It
Module 4: Manners & Handling
Preventing Resource Guarding
Vet/Groomer Handling
Polite Greetings
Stand
Levels Group Classes
Manners made easy.
All levels courses include 5 modules each and are best completed in order, but flexibility is available!
5 modules for $187.50 + tax
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Level 1 is a great intro to Positive Reinforcement Training. We teach you how to train your dog to have solid listening skills and great manners. Each class begins with a few Pattern Games designed to help your dog learn to focus and have fun!
Module 1
Discussions of Play Biting, Walking Tools & Training Basics
Name Recognition
Sit
Touch
Module 2
Discussions of Housetraining & Crate Training (if needed)
Place (Go To Bed)
Lie Down
Come
Module 3
Discussions of Body Language & Appropriate Dog Play
Stay
Leave It
Drop It
Module 4
Discussion of Prevention Resource Guarding
Intro to Loose Leash Walking
Module 5
Discussion of Vet/Groomer Handling
Stand
Off (Jumping)
Polite Greetings
Dealing with Barking
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Level 2 is designed to help generalize the skills in Level 1, including distance/position from handler and increased distractions. We will cover a lot of cues each week as we add challenges.
Pattern Games, Loose Leash Walking and the basic cues taught in Level 1 will be worked on each week, with an emphasis on specific issues caregivers are having with their dogs.
Level 2 does not need to be taken in order.
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Level 3 is designed to help generalize the skills in Level 1 & 2, including distance/position from handler and increased distractions.
Each week, we will review and strengthen the Pattern Games, basic cues, and Loose Leash Walking techniques from Level 1.
Depending on the dogs in the class, we may even switch handlers to help your dog learn to generalize listening to other people.
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We will meet out and about at various public locations to work on strengthening obedience skills in the real world with real life distractions. Focus will be on ignoring distractions, polite greetings with strangers (or ignoring strangers depending on your dog), and manners in public.
Advanced Classes
Specialty classes for dogs who have completed private lessons or the Levels Program.
Tricks
Become the life of the pawty!
Tricks are a fun and engaging way to keep the training going, and help to build confidence, muscle, and your relationship!
Sign up now to start learning:
Spin
Stretch (Take a Bow)
Get in the box
Back Up
Weave through my legs
High Five/Wave
Roll Over
and more!
Scent Detection
The nose knows!
Dogs have been using their noses to help humans find stuff for ages! Time to tap into that incredible super power with scent detection training.
In this class:
Conditioning scent (Wintergreen is the starter!)
Teaching an indication
Increasing “the drive to find!”
Finding scent in several different containers
Finding scent hidden in obstacles
To find out more about scent detection (sometimes called Nosework), take a look through the Sporting Detection Dogs Association website.
Policies & Guidelines for all Group Classes
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Flat or martingale collar, harness or head collar & a 4ft-6ft standard leash. Any other tool will be removed or switched.
Variety of small, HIGH VALUE bite size treats (eg. hot dogs, cheese, chicken, training treats)
Pacifier to give during break periods (stuffed kong, licky mat, bully/collagen stick, etc)
Up to date dog vaccinations appropriate for their age: Bordetella, 2-3 Distemper/Parvo boosters and Rabies, puppies under 16 weeks are an exception.
REMEMBER:
Group classes are to allow you to gain the knowledge to train your dog and work with distraction, introducing the dog to strange dogs can increase their value and is risky.
Only use your dog’s leash to limit the dog's distance from you. Do not drop leash unless told to. Keep control over your dog within the training space.
Do not use verbal cues unless the trainer indicates to do so. It is distracting and if the dog doesn't respond- frustrating.
Lastly, there is no need to be embarrassed – come in with only expectations for yourself, not your dog- this is a new environment, they will probably not be at their best and that's OK!
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Harassment of our staff or other guests (including other animals) will not be tolerated.
Accidents happen! Please alert us if there's a mess that needs to be cleaned up.
Flat or martingale collar, harness or head collar & a 4ft-6ft standard leash. Any other tool will be removed or switched.
Only use your dog’s leash to limit the dog's distance from you. Do not drop leash unless told to. Keep control over your dog within the training space.
Training treats must be purchased BEFORE your class begins (if you forgot your own!). If you run out of treats during class, we will provide you with a bag that must be paid for before you leave.
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Animal Antics has strict refund policies on all services purchased. Clients should be prepared for the financial and time requirements needed to be successful in our programs prior to purchase. No refunds will be issued for appointment no-shows.
Cancellations/Rescheduling require at least 48 hours notice, otherwise your prepayment is forfeited. No refunds will be issued for missed appointments. Exceptions will be granted for illness with veterinary note.
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Animal Antics does not provide any guarantees for outcomes of training. Behaviour cannot be guaranteed; living beings are not robots that can be programmed for 100% correct responses to x,y, and z. We DO guarantee empathetic support through every part of the training process, and professional service throughout our relationship.