CGC Refresher
Limit: 10 people
Pre-requisite: DTCCU HOME COMPANION CLASS or Instructor approval
This refresher course is for those who wish to take the CGC test but need additional ring time. It is for dogs/handlers who have already completed the DTCCU Home Companion class or are familiar with all CGC exercises based on prior training (with instructor approval).
The focus will not be on learning the exercises but on practicing them and improving the dogs/handler performance. Particular attention will be give to controlled walking, recalls, dog-greet-dog, sits, downs and stay. The last class will be devoted to practicing the full test.
Pre-requisite: DTCCU HOME COMPANION CLASS or Instructor approval
This refresher course is for those who wish to take the CGC test but need additional ring time. It is for dogs/handlers who have already completed the DTCCU Home Companion class or are familiar with all CGC exercises based on prior training (with instructor approval).
The focus will not be on learning the exercises but on practicing them and improving the dogs/handler performance. Particular attention will be give to controlled walking, recalls, dog-greet-dog, sits, downs and stay. The last class will be devoted to practicing the full test.
Preparation for Pet Therapy
This short course will focus on preparing dogs and handlers to participate in therapy dog work.
We will concentrate on mastering the exercises necessary to pass TDIs or Deltas tests for therapy dogs.
We will also work on enhancing our understanding of dog behavior and learning, improving the dog/handler relationship, and developing skills for various therapeutic settings.
Dogs must be at least one year old, have lived with the handler at least 6 months, have their CGC or the equivalent, and be reliably non-threatening around strangers and other dogs.
We are hoping to attract teams who have a sincere desire to be active participants in therapy dog work in their communities.
Note: students will be asked to assist in both the classes and the testing process.
Note: Part of each class will require the dogs to maintain a long down (15-20 minutes) while the class talks.
We will concentrate on mastering the exercises necessary to pass TDIs or Deltas tests for therapy dogs.
We will also work on enhancing our understanding of dog behavior and learning, improving the dog/handler relationship, and developing skills for various therapeutic settings.
Dogs must be at least one year old, have lived with the handler at least 6 months, have their CGC or the equivalent, and be reliably non-threatening around strangers and other dogs.
We are hoping to attract teams who have a sincere desire to be active participants in therapy dog work in their communities.
Note: students will be asked to assist in both the classes and the testing process.
Note: Part of each class will require the dogs to maintain a long down (15-20 minutes) while the class talks.
Retrieving Concepts
Class will be a mixture of seminar and workshop, open to dogs of all ages and levels of training. Topics presneted will include how to encourage retrieving behavior in puppies, the concept of backward chaining as it applies to a formal obedience retrieve, how to increase drive for retrieving, and problem solving. All class exercises will be motivational in nature.
It is recommended that dogs be crated during class when they are not actually working, so be prepared to crate your dog. Please bring the following items to class: A hungry dog, collar (preferably a flat collar) , lead and dumbbell (if you have one).
It is recommended that dogs be crated during class when they are not actually working, so be prepared to crate your dog. Please bring the following items to class: A hungry dog, collar (preferably a flat collar) , lead and dumbbell (if you have one).
KIDZ N K9NZ
Prerequisite: Child must be at least 8 years old
Limit: 8 dogs per class
This is a beginning class for children and their dogs. Skills taught will include crate training, sit, down, stay, and heel. Children will have a chance to learn handling skills by first working with a dog that has already been trained (trained dog will be provided) and then transferring their knowledge to their own dog. The class will use primarily positive training techniques, such as treats and voice rewards. The goal is to have the children leave class with a canine partner that they are proud of. There will be “homework” to practice at home between classes.
Limit: 8 dogs per class
This is a beginning class for children and their dogs. Skills taught will include crate training, sit, down, stay, and heel. Children will have a chance to learn handling skills by first working with a dog that has already been trained (trained dog will be provided) and then transferring their knowledge to their own dog. The class will use primarily positive training techniques, such as treats and voice rewards. The goal is to have the children leave class with a canine partner that they are proud of. There will be “homework” to practice at home between classes.
SHORT COURSES