Thursday, February 17, 2011

Dog School

Do you have a pet peeve when it comes your pet? Many of the things that your pet does that may annoy you, can be corrected! 
At River Valley Veterinary Service we recognize that each dog is an individual. Different breeds require different training methods. The River Valley Veterinary Service Dog School offers friendly, experienced instructors, with classes available for the young and older dog. Our Pups ‘R Us class offers a great experience for the whole family with exceptional information on behavior, socializing and training the new young puppy. It allows your puppy to earn the AKC S.T.A.R. puppy certification. Other adult dog classes are offered to help make a well-mannered and obedient family dog.

DOG SCHOOL CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
PUPS 'R US                                                                                                        
$100 / 7 weeks
Instructors:  Tiana Peterson or Mike Sweeney
A fun and fast paced class for puppies 8 – 20 weeks of age, the entire family is invited to attend! This seven week class will prepare you and your puppy to earn the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification. Your puppy will learn basic obedience commands such as sit, down, stay and come when called. Through games, drills and other activities we will help your puppy to become a confident and well socialized member of your family. Health and behavior topics will be discussed by our experienced instructors. On the last night of class puppies will take the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification Test.  So, bring your puppy, your family, a 4-6 foot leash, a buckle collar or Gentle Leader collar and your sense of humor! (Please - no flexi leads or training collars.)  For more information on the AKC S.T.A.R program go to:  http://www.akc.org/starpuppy/

Level I : Enhancing your Dog’s Basic Obedience Skills                   
$125 / 7 weeks
Instructors: Tiana Peterson or Mike Sweeney
*Dogs under 6 months by instructor approval only. Enhance your dogs’ knowledge of proper doggie behavior including sit, down, stay, heeling on leash, coming when called, and proper social etiquette.  Level I is for you and up to two family members.  We’ll meet once weekly for one hour.  The first night will be a mandatory lecture and we ask that you leave your dog at home the first night of class.  Handlers must be at least 15 years old.
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 Good Citizen
Canine Good Citizen Class                                                                                          
$125 / 7 weeks
Instructor: Dan Lively
* Dogs 9 months & older who have graduated from a Level I class at River Valley Dog School. Dogs under 9 months by instructor approval only. An advanced class that helps your favorite companion become a respected member of the community and to be conditioned to act mannerly in the home, public places and in the presence of other dogs. This class is recommended for dogs 9 months and older who are consistant with their sit stays, down stays and heeling. Handlers must be at least 15 years old.
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Level II: Advanced training                                                         
$125 / 7 weeks                                            
Instructor: Dan Lively

An advanced class for dogs that have passed the Canine Good Citizen test.  This is the beginning of off leash work. This class is scheduled when there is enough demand, check back with us to find out specific dates.

All classes must have at least 6 dogs registered to run. Classes may be postponed a week or cancelled if there is not enough demand. Please register early to avoid schedule changes.
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Want To Register For A Class?
Classes fill up fast – so get your registration in early! Download the registration form. Payment is required at the time of registration to hold your place in class.  Fax your form to us at 952.447.4113, email it as an attachment or stop in person to get signed up.  For your convenience e will mail you a confirmation receipt along with a copy of the schedule.
If you have questions, please call us at 952.447.4118.  Stacey McKague is our Obedience Coordinator who can answer all of your questions.  Feel free to email her at Stacey@rivervalleyveterinary.com
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The Nitty Gritty Details!
No refunds will be issued once the class you've registered for has begun. If you withdrew before the class begins, you will receive a refund minus a $10.00 handling fee. Classes are not transferable.
All classes must have at least 6 dogs registered to run. Classes may be postponed a week or cancelled if there is not enough demand. Please register early to avoid schedule changes.
Sometimes inclement weather will force us to cancel a class.  Call if you think this might be a possibility.  In general, if Prior Lake Schools are closed, Obedience classes will be canceled too. We will keep you informed as to when make-up classes will be held.
We recommend the Gentle Leader collar, available at our clinic in the pet supply department.

River Valley Veterinary Service
Clients: Ask how you can receive a discount on obedience classes!!

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