Class Schedule
See Start and Class dates below.
To enroll, please go to the Register page.
If you have questions, please email TheCanineLearningCenter@gmail.com or complete the Contact Form.
Class Fee is due upon registration
Puppy Classses
Puppy Classes
Puppy Kindergarten
The best way to begin the process of domesticating your puppy! This is the time to teach obedience skills such as sit, down, walk nicely on leash, and come when called. Topics of discussion include puppy biting, housetraining, and jumping on people.
This class is for young puppies, 9 weeks to about 4 months. Puppies should be age-appropriately vaccinated.
Bring the human family to class too!
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
March 14th, Thursdays 6:15 - 7:15pm, Instructor: Hope Mielke
Dates: March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 (note start date is postponed one week due to winter storm)
May 9th, Thursdays 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Hope Mielke
Dates: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13
AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY
This 6-week class is designed for puppies 9 weeks to 1 year of age & welcomes all dogs, purebred & mixed breeds. You’ll learn how to raise a confident, social, & resilient puppy with good manners and basic life-skills that you can build upon. On week 6, we will conduct the AKC STAR Puppy Evaluation. Here’s what you will learn:
Foundation behaviors that are essential for everything from manners to competition dog sports
Offered attention to you, coming when called, loose leash walking, trade, sit, down, & building a strong relationship.
Building your pup’s confidence & his trust in you
Learning & experiencing novel sights, sounds, and surfaces through exploration.
Polite Greetings
How to help your pup have better vet & grooming visits.
Get your puppy questions answered on common topics such as potty training, nipping, & chewing,
Living with, training, and managing your puppy through his development and mischief.
For more info, you can go to the AKC link: https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-star-puppy/
S.T.A.R = Socialization. Training. Activity. Responsibility.
Note: If your puppy is 6 months or older and has significant behavioral issues such as reactivity, please contact us for other class options that will better meet your needs.
Equipment Needed:
Vaccine Record showing age-appropriate vaccinations.
plain buckle collar or harness (no prong collars, pinch collars, electronic collars, or choke chains)
4- or 6-foot leash (no flexi leads)
a toy or bone
a quart sized bag of pea-sized pieces of really extra yummy dog treats or food that your pup LOVES
Puppies should be age-appropriately vaccinated.
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
March 26th, Tuesdays 5-6PM Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
May 21st, Tuesdays 5-6PM Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: May 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25
Puppy Prep School
An identical class to Puppy Kindergarten, but for older puppies between about four and eight months old.
This is the time to teach obedience skills such as sit, down, walk nicely on leash, and come when called. Topics of discussion include puppy biting, housetraining, and jumping on people.
Puppies should be age-appropriately vaccinated. Bring your human family as well!
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
March 13, Wednesdays 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17
May 1st, Wednesdays 4:45-5:45pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5
Next Steps Puppy Class
For puppies who have completed puppy kindergarten class. New skills will be addressed such as working around distractions, longer stay exercises, fast responses to commands such as sit and down, and recall games.
Pre-requisite: Puppy Kindergarten, Puppy Prep School, AKC STAR Puppy, or equivalent
Each Session is 1 hour for 4 weeks
May 19th, Sundays, 9:30-10:30m, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: May 19, June 2, 9, 15
Note: There will be no class on May 26.
Puppy Social Club! - Currently on Hiatus
PUPPY SOCIAL CLUB IS CURRENTLY ON HIATUS, DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT THE SPREAD OF CANINE RESPIRATORY VIRUS. PLEASE AVOID DOG PARKS, MAKE SURE YOUR DOG IS VACCINATED AGAINST BORDATELLA AND INFLUENZA, AND CONSULT YOUR VETERINARIAN IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR DOG BEGINS COUGHING.
Not a training class, but a marvelous meetup for socialization and life skills for puppies aged 8 weeks to 6 months. Puppies and owners have the opportunity to socialize in a safe and controlled environment. Sessions are 45 minutes long and limited to six puppies per group. A facilitator is available at all times to answer questions and direct appropriate interactions with other puppies, varied surfaces and novel sounds, unfamiliar people and people using assistive mobility devices, friendly adult dogs, and other animal species.
Puppies must be vaccinated appropriately for their age and proof of vaccinations will be required before admission.
Puppies must be accompanied by their people.
Space is limited so advance registration is required.
Obedience Classses
Obedience Classes
Beginning Obedience
For dogs over four months of age. Dogs and owners practice basic obedience skills, concentrating on loose leash walking, heeling with attention, reliable recalls, stay, and not jumping on people.
Pre-requisite: Puppy Kindergarten, AKC STAR Puppy, or equivalent
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
March 14th, Thursdays 5-6pm, Instructor: Hope Mielke
Dates: March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 (note start date is postponed one week due to winter storm)
May 9th, Thursdays 5-6pm, Instructor: Hope Mielke
Dates: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13
May 29th, Mondays 6-7pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3
June 3rd, Mondays 2:30-3:30pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8
Intermediate Obedience
Intermediate obedience focuses on reliable recalls, loose leash walking, heeling off and on leash, jump training, the beginnings of retrieving an object, and rally obedience.
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
March 18, Mondays, 6-7pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: March 18, 25, April 8, 15, 20, 29
Note: We will not meet on April 1
July 1st, Mondays 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 12
Note: No class on August 5
Fresh Start for Rescue Dogs
So you’ve adopted a dog, now what?
This class is designed for folks who have adopted an older dog through an organization such as a Rescue or Humane Society or other source, and their dog is too old for the Puppy Classes.
We will cover a lot of the puppy topics such as basic obedience skills and house training, as well as any specific challenges you and your new family member may be having.
Topics Include:
Basic Obedience Skills such as sit, down, walk nicely on leash, and come when called
House training
Jumping on people
Waiting at gates and doors
Resource Guarding
Prerequisites:
Dogs should be fully-vaccinated
Dogs should be with their new family for at least 30 days prior to starting this class.
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks and limited to 6 dogs.
May 6th, Mondays, 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Julie Yamane
Dates: May 6, 13, 20, June 3, 10, 17
Note: We will not meet on May 27
Foundations of Competition Obedience (clinic)
This Clinic is focused on building a great foundation for Competition Obedience.
Topics Include:
• Focus for Attention
• Dog’s Body Awareness
• When/How to Reward your Dog
• Impulse Control
• Retrieving
• Dog Aerobics
• Marking
Pre-requisites: none
There will be both lecture and practice with your dog.
Please bring a crate.
The Clinic is two Half-Days
Dates: Next session to be announced
Instructor: Beth Baily
Note: This Clinic is limited to 6 Handler/Dog Pairs. Audit spots are available
About Guest Instructor, Beth Baily.
I’ve been training dogs for over 35 years. My Novice A dog was a German Shorthaired Pointer. I currently have 3 Labrador Retrievers and have also trained a Papillon. I’ve titled dogs in AKC Obedience, Rally, Field Trials, Hunt Tests (Retriever and Pointing dog) and Tracking. I’ve also titled dogs in UKC Obedience, Conformation and Hunting Retriever tests. My first Labrador finished his UD in 3 trials at 4 years old. He won High Combined at the National Specialty that same year. He became an Obedience Trial Champion.
I believe no matter how long you’ve been training, there’s always more to learn. I do not teach formal exercises but rather the pieces needed to put it “all together.”
Life Skills
Life Skills
These are shorter classes, focused on specific skills.
Get it and Leave it
The end of year season is upon us, as are all the good foods, yummy treats, and pretty decorations. However, Fido really shouldn’t eat that turkey leg or the cool ornament. Teaching a solid “leave it” will save you and Fido an ER visit. Although, “leave it” alone is not enough. Teaching a good “get it” lets you balance the “no don’t touch that” with “yes, go for that.”
What You Will Learn:
Teaching your dog to leave something stationary (food/toy on floor) and something moving (rolling, dropping, etc.)
Build your dog’s ability to re-focus on you
Teaching your dog to get the food or toy that is dropped or tossed
Pre-requisite: Puppy Next Steps, Puppy Prep School, or equivalent
Each Session is 1 hour for 3 weeks
July 9th: Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: July 9, 16, 23
Walking with Squirrels
Do you want a pain-free solution to walking your dog? Do you want to walk your dog without being dragged like you’re competing in the ultimate sled dog race? Do you want to walk by a bunny without dislocating your shoulder? Do you want to hike without being pulled over a cliff? If you answered yes or even maybe to any of these questions, then this is your class. We will work on teaching your dog to:
Check-in with you
Walk on a loose lead on one side of your body
Stop when you stop
You’ll learn how the simple skill of “touch” can help you and your dog through those extra challenging times while on a walk
Note: If your dog has significant behavioral issues such as reactivity or has nipped at or bitten another person or animal, please contact us for other class options that will better meet your needs
Pre-requisite: Puppy Next Steps, Puppy Prep School, or equivalent
Each Session is 1 hour for 3 weeks
May 7th: Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: May 7, 14, 21
Come Here, Now!
Do you want to call your dog and have him come the first time? Do you want to call your dog away from the dead bunny? Do you want to call your dog into the house at 2 AM when he’d rather be playing in the snow? Would you rather not chase your dog down when it’s time to leave? If you answered yes to any of these, then this is your class. We will work on the basic recall, add distractions, and use recall games that you can practice at home and at the park to strengthen your recall.
Note: If your dog has significant behavioral issues such as reactivity or has nipped at or bitten another person or animal, please contact us for other class options that will better meet your needs.
Equipment Needed:
Vaccine Record showing age-appropriate vaccinations.
plain buckle collar or harness (no prong collars, pinch collars, electronic collars, or choke chains)
4- or 6-foot leash (no flexi leads)
a quart sized bag of pea-sized pieces of really extra yummy dog treats or food that your pup LOVES
Pre-requisite: Puppy Next Steps, Puppy Prep School, or equivalent
Each Session is 1 hour for 3 weeks
June 11th: Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: June 11, 18, 25
Un-Chase!® Snakes
Teach your dog how to avoid snakes using positive reinforcement methods! This class provides you and your dog with skills to respond to an encounter with a snake, with a goal of preventing an encounter. During the workshop and subsequent 1:1 outdoor coaching sessions you will teach your dog a special alert behavior and an amazing recall, which will be put together so that when your dog encounters a rattlesnake they come running back to you and give you an alert.
The Un-Chase!® Snakes class is taught in a positive, low-stress environment without the use of live snakes or shock collars. We do not guarantee your dog will never be bitten by a snake. We do, however, give you and your dog the tools necessary to help minimize negative encounters with rattlesnakes along with the knowledge of what to do in the event you or your dog experience a snake bite.
Both sections of this class will be taught by Sarah King, Ph.D., KPA CTP, a Licensed Un-Chase! Trainer.
Age:
For dogs of any age and ability.
Puppies should be at least 6 months old and fully vaccinated
Prerequisites: None
Part 1: 3 Hour Group Workshop at the Canine Learning Center
During this workshop you will use clicker training to teach your dog a new target behavior and an emergency recall. During the workshop these will get put together so that you have a trained response.
You will also learn about:
Identifying dog body language indicating they have detected something
Snakes present in Colorado
Snake behavior and how to avoid encounters
Emergency first aid and what to do if the worst happens.
Class limited to 6 students.
Part 2: 1:1s with the Instructor in local, outdoor situations (booked through BreninBehavior.com)
Following the workshop, 1:1’s will occur on weekly on Monday evenings. These 1:1s will teach your dog to come to you and give you the alert when they detect:
Snake movement (using rubber snakes)
Snake odor (using real rattlesnake odor)
Snake movement + odor.
Each student will have a 20-minute slot in which they are coached with their dog in outdoor, real-life situations. Come and join a 1:1 when you have practiced the skills from the workshop. Each week will cover movement, odor, or a combination if the dog and handler are ready for that step. Typically students need two sessions at each of the movement and odor steps, and then one bringing everything together. These 1:1s will be ongoing so are a great way to refresh your skills with your dog after these 5 sessions.
Each class is one 3-hour Workshop at the Canine Learning Center and a series of 1:1s with the Dr. Sarah in the field (limited to 6 students per session).
Part 1:
May 11, Saturday, Time 2:00-5:00pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
June 8, Saturday, Time 2:00-5:00pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
July 13, Saturday, Time 2:00-5:00pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
August 10, Saturday, Time 2:00-5:00pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
September 14, Saturday, Time 2:00-5:00pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
Part 2:
Monday Evenings. Paid for and scheduled with Dr. Sarah thru Brenin Behavior.
Plan for five 1:1 sessions: two sessions at each of the movement and odor steps, and then one bringing everything together.
Canine Good Citizen
Canine Good Citizen Classes
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Class
Five weeks of instruction and practicing the ten elements of a Canine Good Citizen. Week 6 is the test, administered by an AKC registered evaluator.
Test Elements:
Accepting a friendly stranger Evaluator approaches and pretends to shake hands with handler (hands 6- 12” apart). Evaluator does not touch dog.
Sitting politely for petting Evaluator pets dog; dog must show no shyness or resentment.
Appearance and grooming Evaluator inspects dog, combs or brushes lightly, examines ears and each front foot.
Out for a walk Handler takes dog for a short walk including right turn, left turn, about turn and stop.
Walking through a crowd Dog and handler walk close to several people; dog may show causal interest but not jump up.
Sit and down on cue/Staying in place Handler shows that dog can do both sit and down, then chooses a position, leaves dog and goes to the end of a 20 ft. line, and returns immediately.
Coming when called With dog still on 20 ft. line from Test 6, handler walks out 10 ft. and calls the dog.
Reaction to another dog Two handlers and dogs approach, pretend to shake hands (hands 6-12” apart), exchange pleasantries, then move on.
Reaction to distractions Distractions are presented; dog may not panic or show aggression.
Supervised separation Handler goes out of sight for 3-min. Dog is held on a 6-ft. leash by an evaluator.
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
April 30th: Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: April 30, May 7, 14, 21, June 4, 11
Note: There will be no class on May 28
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) - Exam Only
The exam covers the 10 elements of the Canine Good Citizen, listed above.
Registration Required. Find it on the “Classes” tab on the Register page.
May 3, Friday, 5pm, Evaluator: Emily Bink
AKC Canine Good Citizen Advanced (CGC-A) & Canine Good Citizen Urban (CGC-U) Prep Class
This 6-week class prepares you for both the CGC-A and CGC-U evaluations. We focus on the required skills needed to successfully pass both exams. We’ll meet at CLC for class 1 and the remaining classes will likely take place at other locations. We’ll decide where to meet, taking weather into consideration. Example locations: Parks, Old Town, Stores, and Shopping Areas. All dogs, purebred & mixed breeds are welcome. Week #6 is your opportunity to take the CGC-A or the CGC-U test.
The CGC-A includes the following exercises:
Stands, sits or lies down & waits under control with owner (about 3 mins)
Walks on a loose leash thru a crowd
Walks past other dogs and distractions and does not pull
Sit-stay in small group
Allows person who is carrying an object to approach & pet
Walks by food without pulling to it
Down or sit stay w/object
Recalls with distractions about 20–ft.
Enters/exits a doorway or narrow passageway under control, with owner
The CGC-U includes the following exercises:
Exits/enters doorways with no pulling.
Walks thru crowd on a busy urban sidewalk.
Appropriate reaction to city distractions. This includes movement, noises, & walking on a variety of surfaces.
Crosses street under control.
Ignores food on sidewalk.
Allows person who is carrying an object to pet
Down stay (3 min) in public building.
Navigates stairs, steps or elevator under control.
Is House trained.
Enters & exits a car under control.
Note: If your dog has significant behavioral issues such as reactivity, please contact us for other class options that will better meet your needs.
Equipment Needed:
Vaccine Record showing age-appropriate vaccinations.
plain buckle collar or harness (no prong collars, pinch collars, electronic collars, or choke chains)
4- or 6-foot leash (no flexi leads)
a toy or bone
a quart sized bag of pea-sized pieces of really extra yummy dog treats or food that your pup LOVES
Pre-Requisites:
Passed the CGC successfully. You must pass the CGC-A before you can take the CGC-U.
Sit, Down, and Recall on Cue
Walk on a leash around dogs and peopleCanine Good Citizen (CGC)
Each Session is 6 weeks
Next session to be announced
Note: The first class (March 12) will meet at the Canine Learning Center at 6:15pm. All other classes will meet at places around town at 6:30pm
Conformation Classses
Conformation Classes
Conformation 101 - Introduction to Conformation Competition
This class is for anyone who wanted to show a dog in Conformation, but didn’t know how to start. There will be both lecture and practice with your dog. Please bring a crate, so your dog can practice waiting quietly during the lecture portion of each class.
Topics include:
How the competition works
Ring Procedure and Etiquette
How to read Premium Lists and Judging Programs
How to enter a Show
How to handle your dog
Leads, collars, and other equipment
Pre-requisite: Walk on a leash
Each Session is 90 minutes for 6 weeks
June 22, Saturdays, 10:30 - noon, Instructor: Judy Walton
Dates: June 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, August 3
Note: We will not be meeting on July 27
Obedience for Show Dogs
All dogs need basic obedience skills. This class is designed with the Conformation Dog in mind.
Topics include:
Using Positive Reinforcement, Markers, and Targets Effectively
Equipment
Body Handling and Showing the Bite
Crate and Show Ring Games
Basic Obedience Skills
Gaiting and Patterns
Last week will be a Mock Match.
Please bring with you to each class:
Buckle collar (flat nylon or rolled leather) and 6 foot leash
Show lead and collar of your choosing
Generous amounts of treats (there will be some available)
Mat/ Blanket upon which your dog can lie down
Crate that your dog uses for shows
Water and Bowl
Patience and a Sense of Humor!
Pre-requisite: Walk on a leash
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks
April 25th: Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm, Instructor: Hope Mielke
Dates: April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Rally Classses
Rally Classes
Rally Obedience develops teamwork between you and your dog. As a team you will navigate a course together, side by side, at your own pace. You will move through a course with signs where you perform different exercises. You will learn how to improve your dog’s obedience skills both at home and in public. It will help prepare you if you choose to compete in rally or continue with more traditional obedience competitions. For more information, visit AKC, Getting Started in Rally.
Rally 101 - Introduction to Rally Obedience
If you are interested in learning more about this fun sport, this is the place to start.
What you will learn:
Novice-level Signs
How the competition works, rules, and how to enter a competition
Choosing words to use for the elements
Practice courses
Pre-requisite: Heel, Sit, and Down with treats.
Each Session is 4 weeks
TBA
Rally 201 - Intermediate and Advanced
If you enjoy competing and Rally Obedience and want to take your team to the next level.
This class builds upon the topics covered in Rally 101, while adding the Intermediate and Advanced level skills.
Pre-requisite: Rally 101 or equivalent
Each Session is 6 weeks
March 1, Fridays 4-5:30pm, Instructor: Francie Pusateri
Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, April 5, 12
Notes: We will not be meeting on March 29.
Rally 301 - Excellent and Master
For those who want to take their Rally Obedience Team to the highest levels of competition.
This class builds upon the topics covered in Rally 201, while adding the Excellent and Master level skills, with more attention to the details.
Pre-requisite: Rally 201 or equivalent
Each Session is 6 weeks
TBA
Wellness Classes
Movement and Massage, Understanding Your Dog on a Higher Level
Have you ever wondered, how is my dog feeling? Are they sore? How can I help them feel better?
Topics include:
• How the dog is designed to move
• How to recognize discomfort
• How to recognize when your dog is fatigued
• How to apply basic massage techniques
• What do these buzzwords mean anyway?
• Psoas, strain, core strengthening
There will be both lecture and practice with your dog.
Please bring something comfortable for you and your dog to work on, such as a mat, towel, or table.
Pre-requisite: Walk on a leash and be quiet around other dogs.
This Seminar is 3 hours and Limited to six (6) dogs
April 28, Sunday, 1-4pm, Instructor: Joanne Lang
More about Joanne and The Lang Institute for Canine Massage
Introduction to Therapy Dog Work
Therapy Work can be extremely rewarding and there are many avenues one can pursue. This class is designed to help you prepare yourself and your dog for this important work.
Topics include:
What is Pet Therapy
What are some of the Benefits of Pet Therapy
What are the Risks of Pet Therapy
What Kind of Training is Needed for my Pet to be a Therapy Dog
Traits of a Therapy Dog
What are the Differences Between Therapy Animals, Comfort Animals, and Service dogs
Therapy Dogs in our Community
Registration of Therapy Dogs
Other Resources for Therapy Dogs
Volunteer Opportunities
There will be lecture, demonstration, practice with your dog, and mock evaluations.
Please bring a crate for you dog to rest quietly in during the lecture portion
Pre-requisite: Walk on a leash and be quiet around other dogs.
Each Session is 90 minutes for 6 weeks
May 1st, Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30pm, Instructor: Francie Pusateri
Dates: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5
Introduction to Hiking with your Dog
Spending time hiking with your dog might be the most quintessential Colorado thing to do. This class is designed to help you and your dog do it safely.
Topics include:
Dog Assessment and Equipment
Wildlife safety, Weather, and Trail Etiquette
Basic First Aid
Water Safety, Back Country Backpacking, and Camping Basics
Notes:
The first two weeks will meet at the Canine Learning Center.
Dogs are welcome, but not expected for the first week.
Weeks Three thru Six will meet a local Trail Heads.
Pre-requisite: Walk on a leash.
Each Session is 90 minutes for 6 weeks
June 8th, Saturdays, 8:30 - 10am, Instructor: Falon Hibler
Dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13
Wellness Classses
Reactive Rover
Does your dog bark, growl, or lunge at other dogs? Do you find yourself trying to walk late at night or in the wee hours of the morning to avoid the possibility of seeing another dog or person? If this sounds like you, then this class is for you. Our goal is to equip you and your dog with the skills needed to be more successful when walking out and about.
In a safe, low stress, supported, and controlled environment, you will learn:
How to read your dog’s body language and how to respond to it.
How to anticipate when your dog may react (identify triggers and thresholds in different environments)
How to teach your dog “better” behaviors when he sees other dogs or people (and how to identify your dog’s triggers)
Preferred (“better”) behaviors your dog will learn include: watching a person/dog in the distance calmly, turning back to you when he sees a person/dog, going to a bed/mat for in-house skills, targeting your hand while walking to stay close to you in challenging situations.
How to manage your dog and yourself when he does react (including defensive leash handling)
Behaviors your dog will learn include: emergency U-turn and scatter.
Much of the reactivity & aggression we see is rooted in fear. Since we know that punishing a fearful dog would only make him more fearful and thus potentially more dangerous, we use reward-based traning methods that are not only successful, they are safe for you and your dog.
Note: If your dog has bitten a person or dog, please contact the CLC before registering, as you will need a private consultation/class(s) before entering into a group environment.
Each Session is 4 weeks and Limited to four (4) dogs
May 19th, Sundays 11am - noon, Instructor: Emily Bink
Dates: May 19, June 2, 9, 16
Note: We will not meet on May 26.
Reactive Rover Classses
Odor Detection
Our Odor Curriculum is set up in three Classes:
Odor 101 – Mental Enrichment with Odor
This class is for dogs and humans of all ages and abilities and teaches your dogs the foundation skills for locating things with their nose.
Each Session is 6 weeks and Limited to six (6) dogs
February 24th, Saturdays, 2-3pm, Instructor: Sarah King, PhD
Dates: February 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, April, 6
Note: We will not be meeting on March 30
Odor 201 – Odor Next Steps
This 6-week class builds on the foundation of 101 by introducing the 4 AKC Odors and begins discrimination of those odors.
Birch (Betula lenta)
Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata), and
Cypress (Cupressus sempevirens)
Prerequisite:
Mental Enrichment with Odor (Odor 101), or equivalent.
Dogs should have the drive to find odor upon request and alert to such order.
Each Session is 1 hour for 6 weeks and Limited to six (6) dogs
April 23, Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm, Instructor: Nita Bitner
Dates: April 23, 30, May 7, 21, 28, June 4
Note: We will not meet on May 14
Odor 301 – Advanced Odor Detection
This class is for more experienced dogs and will help to advance their skills whether you want to practice at home or prepare for competition. This will be a fun and interesting class covering a variety of scent puzzles so you can take it continually or repeatedly in order to develop and enhance your skills.
TBA
Canine Odor Detection Classses
“Drop-In” Classes
“Drop-in” Classes are limited to ensure each team has 3 runs per class. Therefore, please reserve your spot early and Register as follows:
by Handler for Conformation and Obedience
by Dog for Rally and Odor
MONDAYS
Rally Obedience - All Levels, 4:15-6pm
Competition Obedience - Novice/Open/Utility, 7:15-8:45pm (moves to 7:30-9:00pm beginning May 6th)
TUESDAYS
Odor - Saturdays, 5:00-6:00pm (beginning on on April 30)
Conformation - All Levels, 7:30-8:30pm
WEDNESDAYS
Conformation - All Levels, 2-3pm
Competition Obedience - Open/Utility, 3-4:30pm
Rally Obedience - All Levels, 5:00-6:45pm (starting May 1)
Competition Obedience - Novice/Open, 7:15-8:45pm
FRIDAYS
Competition Obedience - Open/Utility, 2-3:30pm (ends April 30)
Rally obedience - All Levels, 6:15-8pm (ends April 30)
SATURDAYS
Conformation - All Levels, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Odor - Saturdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm (moves to Tuesdays at 5pm on April 30)
PREREQUISITES:
Competition Obedience
Novice - Intermediate Obedience Class or equivalent
Open and Utility - Companion Dog (CD) Title or by Permission from the Instructor
Odor Detection
Completing Odor 101 and the first class of Odor 201, (or equivalent experience), or
Dog has an Odor Title, or
Dog has passed it’s ORT (Odor Recognition Test)
NOTES:
Occasionally we add Drop-in Classes or shift times due to local event schedules. The most current information and space availability is on the Registration Page, Classes Tab.
“Drop-In” Class Sizes are limited. Please reserve your spot on the Registration Page, Classes Tab.
Drop-In Classses