Canine Character's Group Classes

All our classes use gentle, dog-friendly training methods. (We like to think this makes our classes quite human-friendly too!) We reinforce (reward) good behavior so that our dogs choose to do what we want-- pretty neat, huh? We reduce problem behaviors by preventing the dog from doing what we don't want while we are teaching the dog what we do want. We also use clickers to speed along the learning process. Please stop by and watch a class to see our methods in action!

Good Manners Class

An essential class for a well mannered companion. Dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older learn behaviors like sit, down, wait, polite greeting, walking on lead, and coming when called. Handlers learn how to use a clicker, teach behaviors, and how to prevent or modify common behavior challenges. Dog-friendly methods are used throughout. Classes are 7 weeks long (first class is without dogs) and each class lasts approximately 50 minutes. Limited to 5 dogs. Class fee includes a training starter kit with Good Manners Workbook, Premier Easy Walk harness, clicker & wristband, and treat pouch. Cost is $155.

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Tuesdays at 7:30pm	March 30, 2010	full
Tuesdays at 6:30pm	March 30, 2010	click to register
Mondays at 6:30pm	April 12, 2010	click to register

Level II Good Manners Class

Great class to keep you and your dog learning! We strengthen previously taught behaviors like wait, leave-it, loose leash walking, polite greeting... The line between training class and real life is blurred with exercises like wait at the door, leave-it while out on a walk, polite greeting while shopping, dinner table downs, and polite loose-leash walking with dog and human distractions. Positive methods are used throughout. Classes are 6 weeks long and each class lasts approximately 50 minutes. Limited to 5 dogs; prerequisite is Level I Good Manners class. Cost is $125.

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Tuesdays at 7:30pm	May 25, 2010	click to register

Social Skills Class

Does your dog bark or lunge at other dogs while on walks? Is your dog nervous, stressed, or defensive when encountering new dogs, even from a distance? This highly structured class focuses on modifying reactive or inappropriate behavior toward other dogs. Students gain knowledge and skill in behavior modification techniques by working in short, positive sessions in a safe, controlled environment. Exposure and interaction between student dogs is gradually increased to prepare dogs for success in the real world. Dog friendly methods are used throughout. Class sessions are 5 weeks long; each session includes 75 minutes of group class weekly. Limited to 4 dogs. Prerequisite: permission of instructor (kim@caninecharacter.com). Cost is $130. Please note: The first night serves as an orientation and is held without the dogs.

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Mondays at 7:30pm	April 5, 2010	click to register

Clicking with your Cat

Cats and kittens 8 weeks of age and older learn behaviors like sit, down, and walking on lead. Handlers learn how to use a clicker, teach behaviors. Classes are 7 weeks long (first class without cats) and each class lasts approximately 45 minutes. Limited to 5 cats. Class fee includes a clicker training starter kit which includes Karen Pryor's Getting Started Clicker Training for Cats, a click stick, wristband, and treat pouch. Cost is $135 and cats must be comfortable in a classroom setting and being on a leash.

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Tricks Class

A fun way to strengthen you and your dog’s training and learning skills. Handlers learn different methods of teaching behaviors, and dogs learn tricks like spin & twirl, ride a skateboard, say your prayers, weave, roll over, take a bow… Classes are 6 weeks long and each class lasts approximately 50 minutes. Dog friendly methods are used throughout. Limited to 4 dogs; prerequisite is Level I Good Manners class or permission of the instructor. Cost is $125.

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