Training your dog.Training your dog is an absolute necessity. Dogs come into the world filled with love and curiosity, but not manners. They need to be taught how to get along in the family and with each other. There are also a wide variety of canine activities and sports that can challenge and entertain you and your dog.
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MONDAY NIGHT CLASSES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF
TENNESSEE ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Puppy KindergartenOpen to all puppies up to six months of age.
Learn how to start your pups off on the right paw from the very beginning. Early training and socialization are the keys for well behaved dogs. Puppy kindergarten teaches pups and their owners, the first important steps to becoming well mannered dogs for many years to come. Classes will include valuable training tips for puppy owners, such as house training, basic grooming, and practical skills for puppies, including coming when called. For more information contact Janis Flaherty at 773-415-9111 Members $37.50, Non-members $75.00 New Session Spring 2021 |
Puppy class (AKC
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ConformationThis class is designed to prepare you and your dog for the conformation ring. It is an informal class that meets weekly. Participation will be on a week-to-week / drop-in basis. The class may be divided into beginner and advanced levels.
The class will include: how to put on the lead, how to present your dog on the table and on the floor, ring etiquette, how to dress for success, how points are won, and how your dog becomes a champion. For more information contact Janis Flaherty at 773-415-9111 Members $5.00, Non-members $10.00 Classes suspended through the holidays. |
Beginner ObedienceIncludes (5) 50-minute classes. We cover all the basic obedience skills, and we address problem behaviors too. We help you speak the language of effective communication with your dog. Strongly recommended before AKC Obedience, Rally and Agility training.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Intermediate ObedienceIncludes (5) 50-minute classes. We work on perfecting all the basic obedience skills (from Beginner Obedience class), with focus on the formal Recall (Come command), retrieves, etc. Good preparation for the various Canine Good Citizen (CGC) tests, Novice Rally or Obedience competition, or simply as the next step in working effectively with your dog and making things safer if your dog is off leash.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Introduction to AgilityIncludes (3) 50-minute classes. Entry point for those interested in trying agility for the first time. Basic agility skills are introduced, and aspects of the sport are presented. Each dog/handler team will receive supervised opportunities to work on safe versions of the obstacles. Without investing a lot of time and money, find out if you and your dog want to continue training in agility. Beginner Obedience class (or prior obedience training) is strongly recommended before starting agility training. Graduates move on to Agility 1.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Agility 1Ongoing drop-in 60-minute sessions can be purchased singly or in packages of 5 or 10 sessions. We introduce you and your dog to the fundamentals of agility training and most of the agility obstacle types without stressing your dog. Beginner Obedience class (or prior obedience training) is strongly recommended before starting agility training. If you're brand new to agility, Please take the Introduction to Agility class first. Sessions can be used for higher level training as you progress. For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Agility 2Ongoing drop-in 60-minute sessions can be purchased singly or in packages of 5 or 10 sessions. We help your dog gain increased familiarity with all obstacle types and we help you to become more confident with the basics of handling. The focus is on fundamental agility skills and communicating effectively with your dog when running course sequences. Agility I is a prerequisite for this class. Feel free to contact us if you feel you have sufficient background to begin at this level. Sessions can be used for higher level training as you progress.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Agility 3Ongoing drop-in 60-minute sessions can be purchased singly or in packages of 5 or 10 sessions. For those currently competing or ready to compete. Focus on individual problems, especially with weave poles, contact obstacles (A-frame, dogwalk, and seesaw), and jumping issues. Longer sequences and more difficult handling challenges. Agility 2 is a prerequisite. Feel free to contact us if you feel you have sufficient background to begin at this level.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Agility PartiesUnstructured training sessions. No set curriculum, just an informal atmosphere, possible offers of help and supervised sharing of time and equipment. Check Meadowbrooke's calendar and Facebook page for upcoming sessions.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Intro to Rally Mini-ClassIncludes (3) 50-minute classes. Entry point for those interested in trying rally for the first time. Basic rally skills are introduced, and aspects of the sport are presented. Each dog/handler team will receive expert help with heeling and novice rally signs/skills. Without investing a lot of time and money, find out if you and your dog want to continue training in rally. Beginner Obedience class (or prior obedience training) is recommended before starting rally training.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |
Rally Group SessionsOngoing drop-in 60-minute sessions can be purchased singly or in packages of 5 or 10 sessions. Focus on the skills required for all levels of competition in AKC Rally trials (Novice and higher classes). Beginner Obedience class (or prior obedience training) is strongly recommended. Each session will include one or more courses consisting of different level skills, depending on participants present.
For more info contact Ace Russell at 865-705-8146 K9 Center of East TN |