ARF U manners classes teach social skills and cross-species communication so people and dogs are able to enjoy spending time together. Dogs are living beings who thrive on social interaction and require human attention to be well-adjusted. ARF U Manners is a relaxed, game-based way for your dog to learn to be successful in a family home.
The first class of Basic Manners, Puppy Manners, Small Dog Manners, Wallflowers and CGC Test Preparation is an orientation WITHOUT the dog.
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| Saturday |
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/21/12 FULL CLASS |
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| Thursday |
7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/26/12 FULL CLASS |
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| Thursday |
8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/10/12 FULL CLASS |
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| Tuesday |
1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/15/12 FULL CLASS |
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| Saturday |
5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/26/12 |
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| Wednesday |
7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/30/12 |
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For all size puppies 10-18 weeks old
Learn how to teach your dog "attention", sit, down, "come", Take It - Leave It, and loose leash walking. This class includes supervised play time for the puppies. For dogs 10 through 18 weeks at the start of the session.
Class session: Seven weeks. The first week is orientation - without dogs. Cost is $150. |
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| Saturday |
3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/21/12 |
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| Thursday |
6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/26/12 |
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| Wednesday |
5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/30/12 |
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For all size puppies 10-18 weeks old
One hour supervised playgroup with fun games and activities. A great opportunity for safe socialization!
Prerequisite: Proof of first two vaccinations. Please bring treats.
Class session: Drop-in sessions. Cost is $10 per puppy.
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| Saturday |
4 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
Weekly beginning 4/21/12* |
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Manners for dogs under 25lbs. Learn how to teach your dog "attention", sit, down, "come" and loose leash walking.
Class session: Seven weeks. The first week is orientation - without dogs. Cost is $150. |
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| Saturday |
1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/21/12 FULL CLASS |
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This basic manners class is specifically designed to help shy and fearful dogs blossom and learn to enjoy training in a social setting. Learn the skills needed to help your dog become a more confident pooch while teaching him basic manners skills and learning ways to curb unwanted behavior. For this class your dog should be fearful of dogs, people, noises, or other scary things but without a history of aggressive behavior such as snapping and biting.
Class session: Seven weeks. The first week is orientation - without dogs. Cost is $150. |
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| Saturday |
Noon - 12:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/21/12 |
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Basic Manners II is the next step towards getting your dog ready for real world manners. You'll train your dog around real world distractions and to be consistent with less treats! Ever wonder how to get Spot to behave at the café? Or dream of Rover passing the Canine Good Citizen? Basic Manners II is the class to take!
Prerequisite: Dogs must be under handler's control on leash around other dogs and have completed a Basic Manners course.
Class session: Seven weeks. Dogs attend all classes. Cost is $150.
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| Saturday |
2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 4/28/12 |
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| Please note, for Basic Manners II, all classes are with dogs. Please bring your dog treats and toys to the first class. |
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The Canine Good Citizen class is designed to practice the 10 test items you and your dog must pass to get the AKC CGC certificate, including meeting friendly people politely and accepting petting and grooming; walking nicely on a loose leash alone and through a crowd; demonstrating Sit, Down, Stay, and Come; meeting another leashed dog; remaining calm during sight and sound distractions; and being separated from the out-of-sight handler for 3 minutes (for details, see www.akc.org/events/cgc/training_testing.cfm.) The pass/fail CGC test, given during the last day of class, is the gateway to many therapy dog programs and is accepted by some landlords and insurance companies as an indication that the dog has social skills and that you and your sidekick work well together as a team.
Prerequisite: Dogs must demonstrate basic manners skills.
Class session: Seven weeks. The first week is orientation - without dogs. Cost is $150. |
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Schedule |
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| Wednesday |
6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. |
7 weeks starting 5/30/12 FULL CLASS |
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Please email dogtraining@arf.net to sign up for the test. Cost for test is $25. |
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6:30 p.m. |
July 18, 2012 |
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Work outside where distractions are high. Learn how to focus your dog in new environments while increasing motivation for training. Teach your dog to perform behavior reliably around distractions. Practice commands at a distance, increase the duration of focused heeling and practice moving past dogs, people and other temptations. Teach your dog to respond to a whistle for long distance recalls and off leash control.
Prerequisite: Completion of Basic Manners II or instructor's approval.
Class session: Four weeks. Dogs attend all classes. Cost is $100.
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