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Our classes are structured for maximum attendance and achievement. Classes are drop-in, and no session is exactly like another. Each class has specific topics to cover, but attendees can determine what we focus on for the day. There's no worry about missing a week, or a month, just sign up for the classes you can attend that work for you. Click here to join Meetup and RSVP to a class.
class descriptions
Puppy Bonding: Focus on things you and your 8-30 week old puppy need to know. We teach obedience in Obedience class. In Puppy class, we work on laying the foundation for a beautiful relationship, culminated from Tasha's experience with her own puppies, and hundreds of others she's worked with over the years. Whether you have a sport prospect, service dog candidate, or simply a beloved companion, we can help you maximize your puppy's genetics to suit your goals. Beginning with teaching puppies how to learn, we teach their name and the beginnings of a recall. Now is the time to teach a dog how to be off-leash, while their instincts still keep them close to us. We'll emphasize kind ways to put an end to "troublesome behaviors" like: nipping, accidents in the house, crying when left alone, destructive chewing, and more! We'll also help get your puppy off to the right start with basics like: leash walking, accepting a harness, how to lure into position, how to shape a behavior, how to tug and fetch, how to ask nicely to go outside or eat a meal, and how to wait patiently for things he or she wants to go do. Socialization is critical to be completed between 16 and 18 weeks, so we will be sure to have a positive experience around as many unusual objects your puppy might encounter in the world as we possibly can. Naturally, we'll also have off-leash play time, where we can work on enjoying the company of other people and other dogs, as well as learn to come when called no matter what and tolerate all sorts of handling.
Obedience: Now it's time for the real work to begin. No, we mean fun! You won't even feel like you're working that hard, but your dog will learn a lot! This class is for puppies 6 months and older, all the way up to dogs in their teens! You needn't have any prior training in order to qualify for this class. We will use positive reinforcement methods that will help you at least create a dream pet for your household, or at best create the foundation for an off-leash reliable, competitive obedience partner! With force-free methods, your dog always wants to work with you for your relationship's sake. It is also possible to positively influence less desirable behaviors and troubleshoot issues like: jumping up, counter surfing, door dashing, pulling on-leash, ignoring the "come" cue, lack of focus among distractions, and more! Topics include the usual, sit, down, stay, release, come, and manners. But we also will work on more formal obedience, such as heeling, fronts & finishes, go outs, and all the its: drop, give, get, bring, leave, hold, and take.
Canine Good Citizen & Public Access Prep: For those who'd like to prepare to take the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test for fun, therapy dog certification, or service dogs in training. The CGC test is an additional $15/dog. The next level can be practiced concurrently. The Public Access test is optional, but an excellent rubric for prospective service dogs who have passed the requirements for the CGC test (even if they haven't taken the test). We use the IAADP Public Access Test requirements, and Tasha can test you and your dog when you feel ready for an additional fee of $75. The test will be done at a local mall (usually at Irvine Spectrum or Fashion Island in Newport Beach), and lasts 1.5 - 2 hours. Dogs must have taken our Obedience class to participate.
Behavior Therapy Walks: This is a unique offering, designed to provide a safe place to practice what you've learned in private sessions. Whether you're working with Tasha or another trainer using similar methods, you're welcome to attend this pack walk to have more dogs and people with whom to put your counter conditioning and desensitization protocols into action. For getting control of reactive, fearful, shy, or overly excited dogs, there is nothing better for safe training practice. We address dogs whose triggers are people or other dogs. Severely aggressive or fearful dogs should seek private training exclusively.
Reactive And Working on it Rover (RAWR): Designed by Tasha after 7 years and hundreds of fearful, reactive, and aggressive dogs at IDOGS, this class is as close to a combination of private lesson and group class as is possible to be. Information will be given and then put into practice. Topics will include management strategies, reading body language of your dog and others, principles of counter conditioning and desensitization, and games that will reduce or possibly eliminate your dog's reactions over time. Class size is limited to 2 dogs, and they must be crate trained. Bring a crate and a blanket to cover it with to class.
Obedience: Now it's time for the real work to begin. No, we mean fun! You won't even feel like you're working that hard, but your dog will learn a lot! This class is for puppies 6 months and older, all the way up to dogs in their teens! You needn't have any prior training in order to qualify for this class. We will use positive reinforcement methods that will help you at least create a dream pet for your household, or at best create the foundation for an off-leash reliable, competitive obedience partner! With force-free methods, your dog always wants to work with you for your relationship's sake. It is also possible to positively influence less desirable behaviors and troubleshoot issues like: jumping up, counter surfing, door dashing, pulling on-leash, ignoring the "come" cue, lack of focus among distractions, and more! Topics include the usual, sit, down, stay, release, come, and manners. But we also will work on more formal obedience, such as heeling, fronts & finishes, go outs, and all the its: drop, give, get, bring, leave, hold, and take.
Canine Good Citizen & Public Access Prep: For those who'd like to prepare to take the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test for fun, therapy dog certification, or service dogs in training. The CGC test is an additional $15/dog. The next level can be practiced concurrently. The Public Access test is optional, but an excellent rubric for prospective service dogs who have passed the requirements for the CGC test (even if they haven't taken the test). We use the IAADP Public Access Test requirements, and Tasha can test you and your dog when you feel ready for an additional fee of $75. The test will be done at a local mall (usually at Irvine Spectrum or Fashion Island in Newport Beach), and lasts 1.5 - 2 hours. Dogs must have taken our Obedience class to participate.
Behavior Therapy Walks: This is a unique offering, designed to provide a safe place to practice what you've learned in private sessions. Whether you're working with Tasha or another trainer using similar methods, you're welcome to attend this pack walk to have more dogs and people with whom to put your counter conditioning and desensitization protocols into action. For getting control of reactive, fearful, shy, or overly excited dogs, there is nothing better for safe training practice. We address dogs whose triggers are people or other dogs. Severely aggressive or fearful dogs should seek private training exclusively.
Reactive And Working on it Rover (RAWR): Designed by Tasha after 7 years and hundreds of fearful, reactive, and aggressive dogs at IDOGS, this class is as close to a combination of private lesson and group class as is possible to be. Information will be given and then put into practice. Topics will include management strategies, reading body language of your dog and others, principles of counter conditioning and desensitization, and games that will reduce or possibly eliminate your dog's reactions over time. Class size is limited to 2 dogs, and they must be crate trained. Bring a crate and a blanket to cover it with to class.
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