BEST BUDDIES GROUP TRAINING SESSIONS
Our goal is to offer the best possible training foundation for you and your
dog. All classes are limited in size to 6 dogs. There are six classes in each
session. The first class is a special orientation of two hours because you need
to understand how your dog learns and the reasoning behind the training methods
we recommend. All other classes are one hour in length. We are positive
reinforcement trainers and emphasize the correct use of
positive reinforcement in all our classes because it works best.
Currently we offer group classes for behavioral obedience, puppy kindergarten, puppy
hikes, and agility on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings as well as Saturday
mornings.
Growler Classes are two hours in
length and are offered in 8 classes or 4 class per session options.
Growler Classes are also limited in size to 6 dogs.
Best Buddies group classes (except
Growler) are
taught by
Diane Thompson at Raspberry Ridge Sheep Farm
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INTRODUCTION TO COMPETITION AKC RALLY OBEDIENCE
Equipment: Dog, flat buckle collar (no tags), 6 foot leash, training treats and other reinforcers.
Pre-requisites:
(Note: AKC Competition is fun but VERY competitive. If dog or owner lacks the prerequisites listed below, we ask that they take a refresher session of 6 weeks of weekly “Best Buddies Pet Obedience Class,” or the equivalent. Dogs & owners will be tested the first day of class.)
Dogs must:
1.) Be able to loose leash walk (You can be vocal, but you cannot use treats this test) without
dropping attention from handler (no leash tightness or pulls) for at least 1 minute, and
2.) Be able to sit-stay on command and whenever the handler stops moving.
Owner must:
1.) Understand the basics of positive reinforcement training and how to use a positive reinforcer effectively, and
2.) Know what a positive reinforcement trainer should do when a dog does something “wrong.”
Rally Obedience group classes taught by
Diane Thompson at Raspberry Ridge Sheep Farm