GROUP LESSONS
Sometimes, it's just fun to learn alongside other dog lovers! If your pooch feels safe and comfortable around his fellow canines and you're into laughing over their antics, getting a roomful of problem-solving ideas and treading a bit lighter on the ol' budget, this is a great option.
Fitness is important for dogs, just as for us humans. The AKC FIT DOG program encourages owners and dogs to be active while having fun. This class counts towards AKC FIT DOG titles.
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**We are trying something new! Since there is some overlap, we will also incorporate tricks into this class. That means you can ALSO apply for AKC Trick Dog titles.**
Cost: $200 for six 45-minute classes
For: Dogs 6 months of age or older
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Start Date: Thursday, December 4 at 6pm
Location: Tom & Hound parking lot in Redlands
Benefits of exercise:
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Cardiovascular endurance
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Muscular endurance, strength and power
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Flexibility
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Balance
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Body composition
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Mental focus
Benefits of tricks:
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Mental stimulation
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Adds variety to training
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Strengthens bonds
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Creative ways to solve behavior problems
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It's just fun!
Learn simple manners that will make your dog a delight to be around, whether you’re inviting friends over, heading to a neighborhood get-together or hanging out with the kids.
Cost: $200 for six 1-hour classes
For: Dogs and puppies 4 months of age or older
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Start Date: Monday, October 27 at 6pm
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Location: Tom & Hound parking lot in Redlands
Your dog will learn:
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The all-important “Come!”
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How to sit politely
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How to hold a “Stay”
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“Leave it" and “Off”—for temptations like food and greetings
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Relaxed walking on leash
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How to lie down
The AKC offers Canine Good Citizen testing to acknowledge dogs who have good manners. In these classes, we’ll cover all techniques and situations your dog would be tested on. Testing is optional at the end of the course, and extra fees to AKC apply. Please note: this is an intermediate manners class. We will step up behaviors that we learned in Basic Manners or S.T.A.R. Puppy, as well as learn new ones.
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Cost: $200 for six 45-minute classes
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For: Dogs 6 months of age or older who have completed Basic Manners or S.T.A.R. Puppy
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Start Date: Tuesday, TBA at 6pm
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Location: Tom & Hound parking lot in Redlands
Your dog will learn all 10 techniques and situations evaluated on the AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test, including:
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Sitting politely for greetings
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The all-important "Come!"
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How to hold a “Stay” with distractions
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“Leave it" and “Off”—so helpful for avoiding temptations like food and for handling distractions when walking through a crowd
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Relaxed walking on leash
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How to lie down
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Getting used to a variety of distractions in a positive way
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Being calm during grooming/handling
MINI CLASSES
So much to learn, so little time! Mini Classes are a fun, focused way to fit quality training time into your busy schedule. You’ll get your paws a little dirtier learning the specific training techniques you want to practice most without the time commitment of a full-length class series. In each session, you’ll learn what Fido is thinking, get expert tips on how to “talk” in a way he’ll understand, and enjoy just the right amount of practice time. Each Mini Class is one to four 45-minute sessions.
CURRENT MINI CLASS
Tricks
Take a break from the mundane and learn some fun tricks with your dog. This class is open to all levels. AKC Trick Dog testing is also available.
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Date & Time: Wednesday, TBA at 6pm
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Cost: $135 for four 45-minute sessions
For: Dogs 6 months of age or older
Location: Tom and Hound parking lot in Redlands