Types of Training Classes
- Puppy Class: Offered to puppies three to five months old. Puppy class pays attention to socializing your puppy with people and other puppies and dogs along with general training such as potty training and chewing.American Kennel Club:Getting Started in Obedience
- Basic Obedience Class: Offers training for puppies over five months old. This training focuses on teaching the handler how to train and manage their dog with the use of commands such as heel, stay and sit.American Kennel Club:Getting Started in Obedience
- Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Class: This is a certification program offered by the American Kennel Club (AKC). Dogs are awarded certificates for learning commands and basic training.American Kennel Club:Getting Started in Obedience
- Training classes for Companion Events: These training sessions offer assistance and preparation for obedience competition, including agility and tracking.American Kennel Club:Getting Started in Obedience
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Fast Facts
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Basic skills
Come, Sit, Down, Stay and Heel
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Fact:
Most working dogs have undergone some type of obedience training
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Levels: AKC Classes
Novice (Basic or companion), Open (Intermediate), Utility (Advanced)
