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The Humane Society of Chittenden County is pleased to offer the following Training Classes for you and your dog(s).  Whatever stage of life you & your dog are in, there is a class to help you enjoy life together even more!
Puppy Preparation for the Real World
Level I (Basic) $135.00:  This is a 6 week class for you and your puppy.  Dogs have a magical period of development from 3 to 18 weeks old during which people can practically bomb-proof their pup.  Want your pup to grow up to be good around kids, the vet, boarding, other dogs, anyone, and everyone?  This six week class will get you well on the road to having an easy-going, friendly dog.  The class focuses on socializing, handling and bite inhibition, with some attention to impulse control and basic obedience. The cost includes a copy of Ian Dunbar’s book After You Get your Puppy.  (Limited to 8 puppies per session.  Please no children under the age of 5. For puppies 10—20 weeks old.)  The next Puppy Prep Level I classes take place:            Sundays, July 12-Aug 16 from 4-5pm    _____________________________________________________________ Level II (Advanced) $80.00  Pre-requisite: Puppy Prep Level I (within past two months)  In this 4 week class we will work on solidifying basic commands we worked on in Puppy 1. Since all puppies have known history and have been working on bite inhibition, we will continue to do off-leash play although it will be less of a focus of the class. (Note: since puppies from other sessions may be put together there is a possibility for some dog-dog conflict which will be assessed class by class). We will start to work on more challenging situations and distractions for stay, recall, leave-it, off. This class will also offer an outlet to help you stay focused on training through the start of your puppy’s adolescence.    The next Puppy Prep Level II classes take place:             TBA
Thoughtful Owner-Gracious Dog These classes focus on teaching you the techniques you’ll need to be your dog's trainer for life.
Level 1.a (Basic) $65.00:  With this 3 week class you will learn how to be your dog's trainer by focusing on teaching with consistency and patience. By using positive reinforcement for good behaviors you will increase your dogs trust and bond. This class focuses on position changes, recall, leave it and loose leash walking. Class size is limited to 6 dog/owner pairs and two handlers per dog. (For dogs 5 months+)
The next TOGD Level 1.a class takes place:                 Sundays, July 12-26 from 5:15-6:15   Level 1.b (Adv. Basic) $65.00: Following level 1.a, this 3 week course offers expanded training in watch, stay, heel, emergency sit, and other advanced commands.  It's a great way to continue socialization with other dogs and further the training of your K-9 friend. Class size is limited to 6 dog/owner pairs and two handlers per dog. (For dogs 5 months+)  The next TOGD Level 1.b class takes place:                 Sundays, Aug 2-16 from 5:15-6:15 _____________________________________________________________ Level II (Advanced) $80.00  Pre-requisite: TOGD Level I.  In this 4 week class we will work on solidifying the basic commands we worked on in TOGD I as well as increasing level of distraction and difficulty. This class will also focus on honing your timing, how to asses your progress and recognizing when you need to slow down to remain successful. We will hold class both in the classroom and outside in the “real world.” If the class dynamics allow, and there is interest, we may also be able to do some dog play. The next TOGD Level II class takes place:                 TBA
Registration & Class Info:	WHERE:  All classes are held at HSCC in South Burlington CLASS Fees:    - PUPPY PREPARATION:     LEVEL I (6 weeks) - $135     LEVEL II (4 weeks) - $80     - THOUGHTFUL OWNER/GRACIOUS DOG:      LEVEL 1.a & 1.b (3 weeks) - $65      LEVEL II (4 weeks) - $80        TO REGISTER: You can download the registration form,  contact HSCC @ 862-0135 ext. 11, or send an email to HSCC Dog Training Classes. We use only positive reinforcement-based methods in all classes.