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Canine Education is our way of holding traditional Obedience Classes. We shy away from the term Obedience
due to it being primarily a dog sport. It also is directed towards teaching the basic commands of Sit, Down,
Stay, Come and Walking on Leash. Which is only a portion of what dog owner's need to learn in order to fulfill
their dogs basic canine needs.
With our Canine Education Classes we utilize our own methodology to teach dog owner's a new approach to
training their dogs. As training is usually a life long process of the dog we feel it is important to give owners
added knowledge in other areas of canines other than just Obedience training.
Problem Behaviors, Body Language/Communication, Canine Massage and insight to Basic Canine needs are
incorporated in the curriculum along with the basics of Sit, Stay, Down, Come and Loose Leash Walking.
We teach Loose Leash Walking instead of Heeling mainly due to the fact that most owner's only require the use
of the Heel 5% of the time they are on leash. With our teachings whether you give your dog 6 ft or 6 inches
the dog leash should stay loose. Giving the same control as a Heel.
We offer two separate classes depending on the age of the dog. For dogs over 6 months of age and for dogs
under 6 months of age.
due to it being primarily a dog sport. It also is directed towards teaching the basic commands of Sit, Down,
Stay, Come and Walking on Leash. Which is only a portion of what dog owner's need to learn in order to fulfill
their dogs basic canine needs.
With our Canine Education Classes we utilize our own methodology to teach dog owner's a new approach to
training their dogs. As training is usually a life long process of the dog we feel it is important to give owners
added knowledge in other areas of canines other than just Obedience training.
Problem Behaviors, Body Language/Communication, Canine Massage and insight to Basic Canine needs are
incorporated in the curriculum along with the basics of Sit, Stay, Down, Come and Loose Leash Walking.
We teach Loose Leash Walking instead of Heeling mainly due to the fact that most owner's only require the use
of the Heel 5% of the time they are on leash. With our teachings whether you give your dog 6 ft or 6 inches
the dog leash should stay loose. Giving the same control as a Heel.
We offer two separate classes depending on the age of the dog. For dogs over 6 months of age and for dogs
under 6 months of age.
Is it too late for our dog to learn?
It is never too late for any dog to learn new behaviors.
Many dogs that get adopted through Shelters and
Rescue Organizations are strongly recommended for
their new owners to help build a lasting bond. Even if
you have had your dog for a period of time and are
looking for a refresher or finally getting around for the
first time. We believe that small changes with the
things that you do everyday with your dog can help
change their behaviors and teach them
commands/skills needed to be good companion dogs.
Are there any breed restrictions in your classes?
No! This question is usually reserved for owners with
bully breed dogs. We feel that restricting them from a
group class is only doing the owner and breed of dog a
disservice. As being socialized is one of the key
components to helping change the perspective of
others.
For more information on Bully Breeds please visit
www.somepit.org
What is Canine Massage?
Canine Massage or T-Touch. In our eyes is "Petting
With a Purpose". A lot of new research has shown that
dogs respond to touch in various situations and can
even help with some problem behaviors. It also allows
the owner to have more information/hands on with their
dog to help notice changes in their body.
We also utilize it when rewarding dogs for good
behaviors. Instead of treats and a quick pat we give
something that is easy for the owner and very
rewarding for the dog to earn.
Why do I need to learn to communicate with my
dog?
The long hard truth to matter is that your dog is a dog
and doesn't understand us talking for the most part. In
fact most dogs learn to ignore us when we speak from
day one. When we talk to others, on the phone or
any other situation we aren't speaking to them, so they
learn to ignore us quickly.
What dogs can learn is association. They hear
something, they respond, they get rewarded they are
starting to put the puzzle pieces together. It takes
some time for dogs to become proficient.
Dogs however are keen to our movements and our
body language. As a dog can distinguish patterns of
sound and movement. We like to teach owners what
they are giving off for signals that can confuse the dog.
Also to help the owners understand what there dog is
trying to tell them.
It is never too late for any dog to learn new behaviors.
Many dogs that get adopted through Shelters and
Rescue Organizations are strongly recommended for
their new owners to help build a lasting bond. Even if
you have had your dog for a period of time and are
looking for a refresher or finally getting around for the
first time. We believe that small changes with the
things that you do everyday with your dog can help
change their behaviors and teach them
commands/skills needed to be good companion dogs.
Are there any breed restrictions in your classes?
No! This question is usually reserved for owners with
bully breed dogs. We feel that restricting them from a
group class is only doing the owner and breed of dog a
disservice. As being socialized is one of the key
components to helping change the perspective of
others.
For more information on Bully Breeds please visit
www.somepit.org
What is Canine Massage?
Canine Massage or T-Touch. In our eyes is "Petting
With a Purpose". A lot of new research has shown that
dogs respond to touch in various situations and can
even help with some problem behaviors. It also allows
the owner to have more information/hands on with their
dog to help notice changes in their body.
We also utilize it when rewarding dogs for good
behaviors. Instead of treats and a quick pat we give
something that is easy for the owner and very
rewarding for the dog to earn.
Why do I need to learn to communicate with my
dog?
The long hard truth to matter is that your dog is a dog
and doesn't understand us talking for the most part. In
fact most dogs learn to ignore us when we speak from
day one. When we talk to others, on the phone or
any other situation we aren't speaking to them, so they
learn to ignore us quickly.
What dogs can learn is association. They hear
something, they respond, they get rewarded they are
starting to put the puzzle pieces together. It takes
some time for dogs to become proficient.
Dogs however are keen to our movements and our
body language. As a dog can distinguish patterns of
sound and movement. We like to teach owners what
they are giving off for signals that can confuse the dog.
Also to help the owners understand what there dog is
trying to tell them.
What age is too young to start training?
We have worked with puppies as young as 6 weeks old
as far as starting to train commands such as Sit, Stay
and Come. Along with good leash manners. We do
recommend waiting until your puppy has received a
majority of it's vaccinations.
Is it important to start training young?
It really depends on what you want out of your dog.
The skills and manners that they learn while young will
have a long lasting effect on their behaviors later on in
life. As a dog who never learns to jump on people
doesn't think to jump on people when they are full
grown.
Can my puppy handle an actual training class?
Yes they can. In our classes we use various positive
methods of training to help young dogs learn various
commands and behaviors. We also allow them time to
socialize at the end of the class as a reward for their
hard work and effort.
What about behavior problems?
In each class while the puppies socialize we use an
open forum type setting for owners to ask questions
pertaining to their dogs deemed "problem" behaviors.
Using a discussion forum allows us to focus more on
the particular needs of our students rather than
discussing things that aren't an issue or owners feel
they have a handle on.
We have worked with puppies as young as 6 weeks old
as far as starting to train commands such as Sit, Stay
and Come. Along with good leash manners. We do
recommend waiting until your puppy has received a
majority of it's vaccinations.
Is it important to start training young?
It really depends on what you want out of your dog.
The skills and manners that they learn while young will
have a long lasting effect on their behaviors later on in
life. As a dog who never learns to jump on people
doesn't think to jump on people when they are full
grown.
Can my puppy handle an actual training class?
Yes they can. In our classes we use various positive
methods of training to help young dogs learn various
commands and behaviors. We also allow them time to
socialize at the end of the class as a reward for their
hard work and effort.
What about behavior problems?
In each class while the puppies socialize we use an
open forum type setting for owners to ask questions
pertaining to their dogs deemed "problem" behaviors.
Using a discussion forum allows us to focus more on
the particular needs of our students rather than
discussing things that aren't an issue or owners feel
they have a handle on.