Obedience Classes

Obedience Classes Offered:

SUPER PUPPY I      6 weeks       $85

For puppies at least 9 weeks to 6 months old. This class exposes puppies to new and enjoyable experiences using positive methods. Introduction to sit, down, stay, come, controlled walking, and manners will be covered in this class. Puppies will have the opportunity to play with other puppies and people in a controlled environment.

SUPER DOG I      6 weeks       $85

For dogs 6 months and older. This class includes the same lessons as Super Puppy but doesn't include playtime. Good manners around the house and in public are stressed.

SUPER DOG II      6 weeks       $85

For dogs 4 months old and older - this class reviews SuperDog I & SuperPuppy I with the additions of Hide and Seek Comes, Hand Signals, Out of Sight Stays, Stand, By Me, Drop on Recall, and Beginning of Minor Distractions.

PRE-NOVICE/NOVICE      4 weeks       $65

For those interested in showing in Obedience. This class reviews Heeling, Figure 8, Stand, Footwork, Recalls, and Stays. Concentration is on Handling and avoiding substantial deductions!

OBEDIENCE FOR COMPETITION       4 weeks       $65

This class will guide you thru the Novice Obedience routines concentrating on good handling, helping you with your weaknesses, keeping your dog interested during and between exercises, the "judges" perspective, and having fun on getting ready to show! Requirements for this class: sit, down, stay, stand, heeling, & come.

FOCUSED ATTENTION      4 weeks       $65

Foundation class to ANYTHING you choose to do with your dog! This is an instuctional class with the use of interactive play, not problem solving.

DISTRACTION CLASS    4 weeks    $65

This class will utilize different kinds of distractions to help your dog stay focused in performance. It will help strengthen dog's concentration and confidence.

HEELING CLASS    6 Weeks    $85 

This beginning class offers the mechanics of heeling for those teams wanting to compete in Obedience. Heel position, rhythm, footwork, Backing, Close, In, Off, and more will be covered.

HEELING ADVANCE    4 Weeks    $65 

This is a continuation of the Heeling class with addition of distractions.

FRONTS & FINISHES     4 Weeks    $65 

This class will teach a sound foundation for these two very important exercises for the competition team.

INTRODUCTION TO OPEN    6 Weeks    $85 

This class introduces the Drop on Recall, Retrieve and Jumping.

PRIVATE TRAINING      

One on one sessions provide obedience training for pet or competition dog owners. Private sessions are held at SuperDog Sports Center. Contact Marilyn Donlon for more details!