Pet Training

•  PUPPY CLASS
    Puppies 10 weeks to 16 weeks
    Second set of Distemper/Parvovirus shots required
    Classes prorated based on number attended
    Click Here for Current Puppy Class Start Dates

CLASS FOCUS: Puppy parenting, housetraining, handling exercises, bite inhibition, socialization, basic commands, grooming, appropriate toys. Introduction to "Clicker Training." Puppy playtime is fun for all!

• GOOD MANNERS 1
7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: Using the principles of Clicker Training, dogs learn "Sit" to greet people, "Down," "Come," "Leave-It," and how to walk on a loose leash without pulling. Play games, learn tricks and teach your dog basic good manners!
PLEASE NOTE The first class is a two-hour Training Orientation. Come without your dog for this first class only. Please fill out the Orientation Packet information and bring it with you, along with current vaccination records.
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•  GOOD MANNERS 2
    Pre-Requisite Good Manners 1
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: Building on Basic Manners. "Wait," "Down," "Look," "Leave-It," Loose Leash Walking with distractions. Lots of fun and games, too!

•  CONNECTING WITH YOUR DOG
    Pre-requisite Good Manners 2
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: You and your dog working together in the real world. Good Manners exercises with real-life distractions. Keep your dog connected with you in every situation. Tic-Tac-Toe, Follow the Leader and other games make working together fun!

•  ADVANCED TEAM BUILDING
    Pre-requisite Connecting with Your Dog
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: Work as a team with your dog learning new skills, on and off leash. Using Rally-O, Agility and Freestyle exercises as an enjoyable way to build a stronger relationship with your dog.

•  AGILITY FOR FUN - Level 1 and Level 2
    INTRODUCTION TO AGILITY FUN WORKSHOP

    Dogs must be older than 8 months
     6-Week Session $190, 7-Week Session $210,
    3-Week Workshop $200

    Pre-Requisite for Level 1 and Workshop:
        - Dogs must be under control and have a reliable "Come"
          and must be people-friendly and dog-friendly
    Pre-Requisite for Level 2:
        - Level 1 or knowledge of agility equipment

CLASS FOCUS: This fun, on-leash introduction to Agility will help build your dog's confidence and help you gain even better control while strengthening the bond between you and your dog. Get a little exercise and have a lot of fun!

•  CANINE GOOD CITIZEN (CGC)
    Pre-requisite Good Manners 2
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: Preparation for your dog and you to take the Canine Good Citizen test given by the American Kennel Club. Test is comprised of 10 items: Loose Leash Walking, Stays, Come when called, brushing and handling by stranger without dog moving, dog held by stranger while owner is out of sight, walking past loud noise and strange object. The Canine Good Citizen Test will be offered periodically throughout the year by a licensed evaluator.

•  THERAPY DOG CLASS
    Pre-requisite Canine Good Citizen
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: Preparation for the Therapy Dog International or Delta Society pet therapy tests. After passing temperament evaluations and required tests, you and your dog can visit patients in local nursing homes and hospital, which recognize TDI and Delta Society certifications.

•  RALLY-O
    Pre-requisite Good Manners 2
    7-Week Session $210

CLASS FOCUS: A fun class to practice your basic skills. Rally-O combines basic Obedience and Agility in a fun setting. Dog and handler practice the exercises on a course where the handler reads the sign and asks the dog to complete the exercise. American Kennel Club and the Association of Pet Dog titales are awarded for qualifying scores at trial competitions.

• GREYHOUND CLASS
TBA

CLASS FOCUS: Special class for owners of newly adopted greyhounds, to help the dogs adjust to their new lives.

• TTOUCH WORKSHOP
TBA

CLASS FOCUS: Hands-on class taught by TTouch practitioner, Lisa Mellott. These classes will cover the basic principles and techniques used the in Tellington TTouch method.

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For more information, please call 203-975-8151 or email
info@bandilane.com