Group Classes
Puppies eligible for the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program are up to one year of age.
Any breed or mixed breed may participate.
How It Works
To qualify as a S.T.A.R. Puppy you and your puppy must complete a basic training class, taught by an AKC Approved CGC Evaluator. You must attend your training class for at least 6 weeks and at the end of the six weeks, the instructor will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test. Upon passing the test, you'll get an application to send to the AKC for enrollment in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program.
Your puppy will receive the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Medal (for display or memento purposes; not suitable as a collar tag). You and your puppy will be listed in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy records. In addition, so that you can continue learning, you will receive the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy package that includes:
- A beautiful, frameable certificate designating your puppy is in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy records at AKC
- AKC Puppy Handbook, a valuable resource
- Discount to enroll in AKC Companion Animal Recovery Corporation, a 24-hour recovery service
- Ongoing Monthly Email Newsletter: Your AKC. This includes training tips and up-to-date information every dog owner needs to know. We want you and your puppy to continue learning beyond puppy classes.
The above information is taken from the AKC web site. For more information on the AKC or on the S.T.A.R. Puppy Program use the following AKC link below
Classes are 60 minutes in length. The first class is people ONLY. Total of 7 Classes.
The next class is scheduled for:
Tuesday
July 27 @ 7PM in
Mooresville
Class Fee: Dog
Days of Summer Discount!! $60 Save $35
Group classes are designed to offer your dog the opportunity to learn in an environment with many distractions. During the group class we will introduce new commands and perfect the skills your dog already knows, including leash walking and come when called. In addition, we offer several skill based workshops to focus on leash manners, come when called, stay with distractions.
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Requirement for Group Class Attendance Dogs over the age of 16 weeks must show proof of rabies vaccination prior to attending any group class. Ask your vet about other recommended vaccines for group classes. |
Street Smarts is HERE!!
Bored with regular group classes. Been there, done that.. now what? THIS is your answer!
Street Smarts is a fun class for dogs and owners to take there newly learned skills to the street! This class will proof your dog's skills such as sit, stay, come, loose leash walking or heel, wait and focus in real world situations.
The next Street Smarts class starts SOON. For more information, including registration information, click here!
Basic Training:
Suitable for any age dog, with or without prior training.
Basic Training is a 6 week class that addresses basic commands such as sit, down, stay, come and leave it as well as working on focus. This class is open to all levels of dogs, so commands taught will vary depending on needs of the class.
We will also address leash work, including loose leash walking, automatic sits and impulse control on the leash.
Requirements: All age appropriate vaccinations. Dogs must wear a standard collar or harness,( head collar or no pull harnesses are also allowed.) A 6 foot leash and a 15 - 30 foot training lead are required (available for purchase at first class.)
Classes are 75 minutes long.
Canine Good Citizen Prep/Delta Prep Class
Suitable for dogs with previous training. Pet Therapy preparation. Dogs must be at least 6 months of age.
Taught by AKC Evaluator Fran Iwanicki.
This class is based around the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen
program. Each week we will cover exercises with the Canine Good Citizen
test in mind:
Proper greeting and exam, response to cues, loose leash walking, stay,
come, manners and control around other dogs and when walking in crowds and
around distractions.
More information is available on the AKC website:
A CGC test will be scheduled at the completion of the class for those who are ready to take the test! Getting ready for Pet Therapy? The CGC is a core component of the Delta Society Evaluation (PPST)
Information on the Delta Society Evaluation
Classes are 60 minutes in length. The first class is people ONLY! Total of 9 Classes.
The next class is scheduled for:
Wednesday July 28 @ 9 AM in Mooresville
Class Fee: Dog Days of Summer Discount!! $95 Save $30
Look for Dog Days of Summer Discounts!!!
ntermediate teaches more advanced skills such as heel, positive recall, front and finish. Silent hand signals are taught in this class as well! This is an active class with lots of practice time!!
Requirements: Your dog should have completed the Beginner Group or a minimum of 6 private lessons or completion of another training program. Your dog should have mastered sit, down, and stay (without distractions) to enroll in this class.
Classes are 90 minutes in length.
Masters is a FUN and Highly ENERGIZED class for dogs and handlers to experience learned skills and behaviors in a whole new way! This class incorporates the extended stay, 3 different "finishes", distraction recalls, and continues to improve your dogs heel, stand, stay and recall.
Requirements: Dogs and Handlers that have completed the Intermediate Group class or 12 private lessons or by instructor allowance are eligible for the Masters Class.
Classes are 90 minutes long.
Most Classes are held @
Bellingham Park, Mooresville
