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| A BETTER CLASS FORMAT! Paw It Forward Dog Training, LLC offers the ONLY Basic Obedience classes taught in Levels. Things just keep getting better! This format have proven VERY popular! Come see the difference.... What are classes taught in levels more beneficial than traditional classes? Paw It Forward Dog Training is proud to offer Levels Classes for Basic Obedience. Instead of attending a traditional 6 week course where you attend one hour a week on the same day for six weeks, you now have the option of attending class when it is convenient for you. How? Because classes are ongoing each week. Need to miss a class? No problem! Just attend the following week. You’ll purchase a "block of time" to complete your sessions. Take 8, 12 or 16 weeks! Rather stick to the same day each week? No problem! You can do that as well. Dogs move to the next level after they have demonstrated proficiency of specific skill requirements in their current level. Our flexible schedule allows for owners to miss a week without falling behind or attend more frequently enhancing their learning experience. It also benefits dogs by allowing them to learn at their own pace so they can spend time focusing on areas where they need the most help. Classes held at Shampoodle in Clifton Park. How do I get started? Call or email me for a registration packet. Once you register, you can start in any Level 1 class right away. Download the registration packet here: Registration Packet: Basic Obedience Classes Paw It Forward’s Training Methods I use positive reinforcement training to maximize your dog’s learning. Dogs learn better when they are rewarded for doing the right behavior instead of being punished for doing the wrong behavior. We use some food rewards, tons of praise, good positive leadership training, dog psychology and how to effectively communicate with your dog. Add in a lot of fun! See The Benefits - You never need to wait weeks to start class. You can start right after attending orientation. - Work at your dog’s own level until they master each level’s skills. No pressure or feeling like you are being held back. Your and your dog will learn at your own pace. - Students can also go back to work at a lower level to brush up on skills. - Flexible schedule! Students can choose which classes to attend based on your schedule. We teach each level a few times a week, ongoing. - Come as frequently as you want. You can attend more than one session per week or even skip a week if you need to without feeling left behind. No need to panic if you miss a class. Levels Class Descriptions Level 1- Beginning Skills · Name Recognition – Dog learns to look at handler when their name is called. · Sit: Learn to sit using a food lure and hand signal. . Watch Me: Learn to Sit and focus on handler for five seconds. · Down: Learn to lie down from a sit position using a food lure & hand signal. . Come when called: Fun games to learn to “come” when called. Level 2- Learning Manners · Sit/Stay: Sit and Stay at a distance of 5 feet or more focused on handler until released. · Down/Stay: Remain in a down position at a distance of 5 feet or more focused on handler until released. · Stationary Heel: Learn to sit at handler’s left side focused on handler using hand motions and verbal cue. · Loose Leash Walking: Learn to walk on a loose leash for 10 feet or more with direction changes. Level 3-Adding Distractions . Proofing all cues learned – learning to proof cues without food. · No Jumping: Learn to walk nicely and greet a human and sit nicely without Jumping. . Wait Nicely at the door: Learn to wait at an open door until invited out. Leave It: Learn to leave an object alone when told. · Come when called - come when called, first time, with distractions. · Loose Lease walking: Walking on a loose leash past other dogs & distractions. . Moving Heel: Learn to begin to heel on leash. . Go To Your Place: dog will learn to go to a specific place on cue. PRICING: Levels classes allows you to purchase “blocks of time”. You can take 8, 12 or 16 weeks to complete your classes. Never feel rushed. 8 weeks: $ 120.00 12 weeks: $170.00 16 weeks: $210.00 Additional weeks: $15.00 (unlimited sessions) 10% Discount for Multiple Dogs!! Puppy Play Groups: $5.00 per dog for each one hour play group. CLASS SCHEDULES: Tentative: could change depending on enrollment Monday: No classes. Tuesday: Level 3 from 5:30 - 6:15 pm Level 1 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Wednesday: Level 2 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Level 2/3 Split from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Thursday: One Hour Puppy Play Sessions 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Sign Up Required. Call me at 518-522-5668 Friday: Open for Private In Home Lessons Saturday: Level 1 from 8:30 - 9:30 am Level 2 from 9:45 - 10:45 am. Just call ahead to reserve a spot in any class. Owners MUST call 24 hours in advance to guarantee a spot in a particular class. Calling ahead on short notice can not guarantee you a spot on that particular day and time. Want to just come in to "observe" a class?? We welcome you to! Just call ahead to make sure a class is taking place that day and feel free to come in to observe. Puppy Socialization Play Sessions: Got a puppy? Got an adolescent dog who needs socialization. All friendly dogs can attend supervised play sessions held on Thursday evenings. Your pups will be playing off leash with each other. They’ll be learning bite inhibition, to respond to their name when called, handling exercises Training advice given for problem behaviors at your request? Come and meet other owners and enjoy watching your pups release all that pent up energy. A tired dog goes home a happy dog. Play groups held every Thursday evening from 6-7 pm at Shampoodle of Clifton Park, 1536 Crescent Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. $5.00 per dog. Updated vaccination records required. PRIVATE LESSONS - By appointment in your home. Is your dog driving you crazy? Let me help you. Behavior problems are usually misunderstood by the owner because owners tend to unknowingly reinforce bad behaviors. I can help you change the way you interact with your dog to achieve training success. If your dog is displaying problem behaviors, I will evaluate them in their environment, consult with you on what training needs to be done to meet your goals, and lay out a treatment plan to help your dog successfully get on the road to good behavior. I train using positive reinforcement, which means rewarding your dog for doing the right thing, not punishing your dog for doing the wrong thing. Common Behavior Problems are: Jumping, Destructive Chewing, Puppy Nipping/Biting, Excessive Barking, Digging, Counter Surfing, Stealing, Separation Anxiety/Phobias, Fearful/Shy dogs, Food/Resource Guarding, Pulling Hard on Leash, House Training and Aggression. Pricing: $50.00 per 90 minute session (Sch'dy County and Clifton Park) $65.00 per 90 minute session (Other surrounding areas) SPECIALTY CLASSES: Starting in July 2010: Thinking outside the box! - Your Dog + New Baby = New Best Friend Class - Toddler Assistant Trainer Class - Tea & Training Seniors Sessions Specialty classes taught by Gina Kline, Certified Dog Trainer For more information and to sign up please visit Out of the Dog House at http://www.outofthedoghousedogtraining.com/ OVERNIGHT BOARDING: Need to leave your pup overnight but don't want them left alone or crated? Bring them to us. 24/7 supervision. Indoor and outdoor enclosed play areas. No extra charges for walks, food, treats, toys or belly rubs! Currently offered Friday through Sunday evenings. I hope to add weekdays soon. $30 per night. Current shot records required. By appointment in advance. Pictures of the new training and boarding area coming soon! |