Class Descriptions
PUPPY KINDERGARTEN:
Family classes, children welcome, puppies, 3-5 months old. Shaping behavior using clickers, treats, play & toys. Have fun with your family training a super willing puppy!
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:
A program designed for lovable but unruly dogs, six months old and up. Addressing nipping, jumping come-sit-down-stay-walk on leash, "settle" and be calm when greeting people, and behaving in public . Prevent bad habits instead of fixing them later. Fun games to play!
COME WHEN CALLED:
The goal of this class is to learn how being consistant , fair and fun and motivate your pup to turn on a dime and come the first time you call her! Your dog will want to focus and listen to you even around other dogs and people! Learn the methods professional dog trainers use to get dependable results.
LOOSE LEASH WALKING:
Imagine walking a calm well behaved dog? No lunging, pulling or dragging you down the street. Imagine being passed by bikes, skate boards, strollers or other dogs and people, with your quiet, relaxed dog by your side. Walking your dog should be a time of bonding and simple pleasure for the both of you.
DOG "THUNDER PHOBIA:"
Is your dog terrrified of thunder storms? Learn about the 2 kinds of " thunder phobia" and other noise sensitivities in dogs, and , how to help your dog manage these stressful situations. you will learn opperant conditioning, touch therapy, aroma therapy, calming signals and other management techniques.
DOG ENTERTAINERS FOR HIRE: (not a course)
We have trained dogs to perform at corporate or private events with various themes and routines.
Educational programs for schools with an entertaining twist.
REAL LIFE SCHOOL:
Preparing for the real world including desensitizing your dog to skateboards, bikes, stroller, wheel chairs etc. Retrieving work, go outs, sit and down stays with distractions & distance & out of sight, hand signals, transition to off leash work, jumping obstacles & hoops, & fun games to play (must have puppy kindergarten or elementary school)
IN HOME TRAINING:
Working shifts? Have no time for class? WE can work around your schedule, in your home with your family.
Prevent problem puppies! We can begin training puppies as young as 7 wks with you in your own home.
DANCING WITH DOGS: (Levels 1,11 & 111)
A new competition sport called “FREE STYLE”, is a great way to exercise with your best friend! “Sweating with the oldies” or any music you choose will keep you both in shape. Dogs love moving to music, lots of cool tricks to learn, builds confidence, focus and enhances general obedience. (Basic obedience required)
PROOFING FOR THE RING:
Obedience competition all levels will improve handling and performance with these polishing classes. . Prerequisite appropriate novice, open, utility classes
REACTIONARY DOG CLASS: (levels 1 & 2 )
For serious behavior problems such as, lunging, growling and barking at people or pets. We use safe, humane methods (NO hanging, choking, electric shock or other pain induced procedures!)
An individual risk assessment and behavior program is designed for your pet. I will teach you skills and techniques to control and modify your dog’s reactionary and aggressive behavior. (4 dogs per class)
TRACKING: (levels - 1, 11 & 111)
Another great way to bond with your dog in the great out doors!
Any breed can track, they already know how. We will teach them what to look for, and imagine the benefits of finding lost stuff too!
AGILITY CLASSES: Hot Diggity Dogs Agility Club see website under "LINKS" or call Lynda @ 403 318-5481