Classes
Group classes (groups of 4-10 students) are the most economical and fun way to learn the basics while socializing your dog or puppy to other people and dogs. All classes are 6 weeks long.
Class Schedule
December 2009
January 2010
December 2009
| Day | Time | Dates | Class | Location | Cost | Register |
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| Monday | 6:00-8:00pm | 12/14/09 Single Session Workshop | Agility Run-Throughs | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $10 for dogs adopted from HSSKC, $15 for the general public, limited to Humane Society Agility Students only | SHS Registration |
| Wednesday | 6:00-8:00pm | 12/16/09 Single Session Seminar | What is My Dog Saying? Canine Body Language | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $20 for dogs adopted from HSSKC, $35 for the general public | SHS Registration |
January 2010
| Day | Time | Dates | Class | Location | Cost | Register |
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| Thursday | 7:15-8:45pm | 1/7/10 Single Session Workshop | Pulling Pups! Leash Manners Workshop | Renaissance Pet Boutique and Spa | $20 for dogs adopted from HSSKC, $35 for the general public | Renaissance Registration |
| Saturday | 9:00-10:00am | 1/9-2/13 | Puppy Head Start | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $95 for dogs adopted from SHS, $120 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Saturday | 10:15-11:15am | 1/9-2/13 | Puppy Manners | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $95 for dogs adopted from SHS, $120 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Saturday | 11:30am-12:30am | 1/9-2/13 | Dog Manners | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $95 for dogs adopted from SHS, $120 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Saturday | 12:45pm-1:45pm | 1/9-2/13 | Agility Patterns and Proofing (Agility Level 3) | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $130 for dogs adopted from SHS, $150 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Monday | 5:15-6:15pm | 1/11-2/15 | Agility Patterns and Proofing (Agility Level 3) | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $130 for dogs adopted from SHS, $150 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Monday | 6:30-7:30pm | 1/11-2/15 | Agility Obstacles and Handling (Agility Level 2) | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $130 for dogs adopted from SHS, $150 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Monday | 7:45-8:45pm | 1/11-2/15 | Introduction to Agility (Agility Level 1) | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $130 for dogs adopted from SHS, $150 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Wednesday | 11:00am-12:00pm | 1/13-2/17 | Dog Manners | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $95 for dogs adopted from SHS, $120 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Wednesday | 12:15-1:15pm | 1/13-2/17 | Agility Obstacles and Handling (Agility Level 2) | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $130 for dogs adopted from SHS, $150 for the general public | SHS Registration |
| Wednesday | 1:30-2:30pm | 1/13-2/17 | Control Unleashed | Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) | $95 for dogs adopted from SHS, $120 for the general public | SHS Registration |
Class Descriptions
Specialty Classes/Workshops
Available upon request in private, semi-private, or group lessons:
| Puppy Head Start (puppies 8 to 16 weeks) | |
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Puppy Head Start focuses on the priorities of puppyhood: socialization, bite inhibition and the prevention of common behavior problems. Puppies are positively introduced to a variety of new stimuli, learn to enjoy being handled by new people, and play offleash in compatible puppy play groups. House training, crate training, puppy nipping, chewing, home alone training and polite manners are covered. Puppies must be 8 to 16 weeks old when class begins. Do bring your puppy with you to the first class.
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| Puppy Manners (puppies 4 to 7 months) |  |
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Puppy Manners offers basic training and ongoing socialization for puppies, either as a continuation of Puppy Head Start or as puppy’s first class. Topics include polite greetings, basic skills and problem-solving as well as off-leash play in compatible puppy play groups. Puppies must be 17 weeks to 7 months old when class begins. Do bring your puppy with you to the first class.
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| Puppy Next Step (puppies 12 months or under at the start of class; Pre-requisite: Puppy Manners or instructor permission) | |
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Build on your puppy's basics and introduce new skills including Go to Place and the out-of-sight Stay.
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| Dog Manners (8 months or older-it's never too late!) | |
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Dog Manners focuses on building the dog/handler relationship through basic training, leadership and awareness of how dogs communicate. Topics covered include polite greetings, basic skills, techniques for preventing unwanted behavior and appropriate dog/dog interactions (on leash). Dogs must be at least eight months old when class begins. DO NOT BRING DOGS TO THE FIRST CLASS.
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| Super Manners (Pre-requisite: Dog Manners or instructor permission) | |
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Super Manners adds a higher level of distraction and difficulty to the basic skills and introduces new skills. Emphasis is on performance in the real world.
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| Introduction to Agility (Agility Level 1) (Pre-requisite: Dogs must pass the Agility Entrance Skills Test. Call (206) 914-6157 or send an e-mail to make an appointment.) | |
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Team up with your dog to learn how to navigate obstacle courses together! Agility is a great way to build confidence in a shy dog or to focus the energy of an exuberant dog. Obstacles introduced include jumps, tunnels, and the table. Handling exercises introduce sends, calls, post turns and front crosses.
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| Agility Obstacles and Handling (Agility Level 2) (Pre-requisite: Introduction to Agility or Instructor Permission.) | |
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| Agility Patterns and Proofing (Agility Level 3) (Pre-requisite: Instructor Permission.) | |
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| Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Preparation (Pre-requisite: Super Puppy, Dog Manners or instructor permission) | |
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Canine Good Citizen Prep prepares students and their dogs to take the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test, a certification program designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. For more details, please visit www.akc.org. At the end of the course, there will be an opportunity to take the CGC test for a small fee. Dogs who have their CGC certificates are eligible to apply for the Seattle Humane Society’s volunteer Visiting Pet Friends program.
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| Tricks and Clicks (Pre-requisite: Basic Manners or instructor permission) | |
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Tricks and Clicks is a fun class for dogs that have mastered the basics. Use a clicker to shape tricks and other behaviors. Learn to train your dog tricks of your choice, ranging from shake and high five to spin, roll over, backup, or my favorite, "Find my keys!"
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| Control Unleashed (Pre-requisite: Super Puppy, Super Manners, CGC Prep or instructor permission) | |
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Do you envision taking your dog to off leash dog parks or off leash hiking, but your dog bolts at the first opportunity? Are you interested in pursuing dog sports such as agility or flyball? If so, CU may be the perfect fit! Exercises focus on building your connection and training relationship with your dog to ensure that you stay connected whether the leash is there or not. (Class is modeled on the book “Control Unleashed” by Leslie McDevitt.) Prerequisite: Super Puppy, Super Manners, CGC Prep or instructor permission.
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Specialty Classes/Workshops
Available upon request in private, semi-private, or group lessons:
- Agility
- Loose Leash Walking
- Really Reliable Recall
- Canine Good Citizen
- Canine Body Language
- Multi-Dog Households
- Tricks
- Games (fetch, find, and tug)
Class Rates and Registration
Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) (Registration)
Classes are taught in the Auditorium at The Humane Society for Seattle/King County at 13212 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue WA 98005. Classes cost $95 for Humane Society adopters (adoption receipt required) and $120 for the general public. You can download the Humane Society schedule and mail-in registration form to enroll by mail, or call the Humane Society at (425) 641-0080 to register over the phone with a credit card.
Renaissance Pet Boutique and Spa (Registration)
Classes are taught in the spa area at 129 W North Bend Way Ste B North Bend, WA 98045. Classes cost $100. You register in person at the boutique. To register over the phone with a credit card, please call (425) 888-8828. For more information about Renaissance, visit Renaissance Pet Boutique and Spa
Kinship Dog Training, Coming Soon!
Classes are taught in my field here at Kinship Dog Training, 483 NW 8th St North Bend WA 98045. Classes cost $105. To register by mail, please print and complete the mail-in registration form and send the completed form and payment to Kinship Dog Training. Register online by completing and submitting the online registration form. To register over the phone, please call (206) 914-6157.
Seattle Humane Society (In Bellevue) (Registration)
Classes are taught in the Auditorium at The Humane Society for Seattle/King County at 13212 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue WA 98005. Classes cost $95 for Humane Society adopters (adoption receipt required) and $120 for the general public. You can download the Humane Society schedule and mail-in registration form to enroll by mail, or call the Humane Society at (425) 641-0080 to register over the phone with a credit card.
Renaissance Pet Boutique and Spa (Registration)
Classes are taught in the spa area at 129 W North Bend Way Ste B North Bend, WA 98045. Classes cost $100. You register in person at the boutique. To register over the phone with a credit card, please call (425) 888-8828. For more information about Renaissance, visit Renaissance Pet Boutique and Spa
Kinship Dog Training, Coming Soon!
Classes are taught in my field here at Kinship Dog Training, 483 NW 8th St North Bend WA 98045. Classes cost $105. To register by mail, please print and complete the mail-in registration form and send the completed form and payment to Kinship Dog Training. Register online by completing and submitting the online registration form. To register over the phone, please call (206) 914-6157.