Please note that all class registrations are due 1 week prior to class starting.
 
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AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY CLASS
When you complete a basic training class (taught by an AKC Approved CGC Evaluator) your puppy is eligible to be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. You'll attend any puppy or basic training class at least 6 weeks. Your instructor will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test at the end of the course. Upon passing the test, you'll get an application to send to AKC® for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. All dogs are welcome to participate in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program including purebreds and mixed breeds. STAR PUPPY Next session not until September 2017 Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm Session: 6 WEEKS FEE: $100.00 Instructor: Mary Jo McCormack Class sizes are limited, register early! REGISTRATION INFORMATION |
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BEGINNERS 101
What is taught: greetings, sit, down, stand, stay, walking on a leash, leave it and coming when called. Beginners 101 July 31, 2017 Time: 6:30pm -7:15pm Session: 6 WEEKS FEE: $100.00 Instructor: Lauren Booth Class sizes are limited, register early! REGISTRATION INFORMATION |
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BEYOND BEGINNERS
For those interested in continuing to build skills learned in STAR Puppy and Beginner like heeling, recalls, stays and learn more advanced skills found in Competitive Obedience and Rally. BB Prerequisite: Beginners or Beyond Beginners Students ONLY! Beyond Beginners Next session not until September 2017 Time: 8:00pm -8:45pm Session: 6 weeks FEE: $100.00 Instructor: Nicki Taylor Class sizes are limited, register early! REGISTRATION INFORMATION |
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Monday Night Competitive Obedience Classes
Novice, Open and Utility Competitive Obedience July 24, 2017 Session: 6 weeks FEE: $125.00 Instructor: Merrillynn Hill Pre-Registration Only. Contact Brenda Proulx for information on class times and to register. |
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TRICK DOG
This is a perfect class for those who would like to have some fun with their dogs and learn some new tricks. It is a great way to build a better training relationship with your dog and to impress others with a new bag of tricks! The class will follow the list of tricks provided by the AKC’s new Trick Dog Titles and students will be able to take the AKC Trick Dog Test on the last week of class. Upon passing the test, students may send their application and payment to AKC to receive their Tricks Dog Title. All dogs are welcome to participate in the Tricks Dog program including purebreds and mixed breeds. Prerequisite: Beginners or STAR Puppy Students ONLY! Trick Dog July 31, 2017 Time: 7:30pm-8:15pm Session: 6 WEEKS FEE: $100.00 Instructor: Lauren Booth Class sizes are limited, register early! REGISTRATION INFORMATION |
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INTRO to K9 NOSE WORK®
K9 Nose Work® is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. Detection is done in a variety of environments and often during changing conditions. K9 Nose Work® is a positive, challenging activity that allows dogs the opportunity to use their strongest natural sense in a way that is fun, engaging, and that builds and strengthens a foundation of trust between the handler and dog. Intro to K9 Nose Work® July 10, 2017 Times: 5:00pm-6:00pm Session: 6 WEEKS FEE: $135.00 Instructor: Ginny Howe, currently enrolled in the NACSW® instructor program Class sizes are limited, register early! Contact Brenda Proulx for information and to register |
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RALLY NOVICE
Looking to start in the ring with your dog? Try Rally! You and your dog learn to work together following different signs on a course and performing different obedience challenges. Communication between you and your dog is allowed and encouraged! Rally Novice July 24, 2017 Time: 5:15pm-6:15pm Session: 6 WEEKS FEE: $125.00 Instructor: Rally Judge Jane Mendleson Class sizes are limited, register early! Contact Brenda Proulx for information and to register |
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BREED HANDLING
Learn how to handle your dog in the conformation ring like a pro! Cindy will teach you how to properly stack your dog, gait your dog and give you little tricks and tips to make you and your dog stand out in the ring. Breed Handling July 24, 2017 Time: 7:15pm-8:15pm Session: 4 WEEKS FEE: $55.00 Instructor: Cindy Lester -long time breeder/owner/handler Class sizes are limited, register early! Contact Brenda Proulx for information and to register |
