Puppy Kindergarten
Give your puppy the best start in life during this critical socialization period. Using the most effective training tools, your puppy will build confidence and be enthusiastic about learning a variety of behaviors,(sit, down, stay, settle, come, leave it, leash manners go to your mat and more). With clear communication and positive reinforcement, you and your pup will build a strong bond and enjoy the training process. You will learn how to prevent behavior problems before they start and give your puppy the tools to become a well-mannered and social dog. Class includes discussion of topics such as; socialization, house training, alone training, puppy biting, chew training, aggression prevention, body handling and more.
Saturday mornings
Sept 8th to Oct 13th
9:45 - 10:45am
6 weeks - $165
Good Dog Daycare
For puppy class in Fremont, see Canine Life Skills below
Read the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior's statment on early puppy socialization HERE
Puppy Socials
Every Saturday from 11-noon at Good Dog Daycare in Hayward- Drop in and give your pup some important social time with other puppies and their families. In a safe and sterilized environment, pups will be grouped according to their size and comfort level. Don't miss out out on this important opportunity during the critical socialization period. Pups from 9 weeks to 5 months of age. Bring vaccine records and $10. Pups adopted from an animal shelter must wait 10 days after adoption. More info about socials HERE
Canine Life Skills
(for pups, adolescents or adult dogs) Do you have a dog who needs to improve his manners and obedience? this class will teach you some skills to motivate your dog and help improve his focus. You will learn to teach your dog a variety of behaviors (sit,down, stay, settle, come, leave it, leash manners, polite greetings, go to the mat and more). These skills will be taught while gradually increasing difficulty and distractions. With clear communication and positive reinforcement, you and your dog will build a strong bond and enjoy the training process.
Wed Sept 12 to Oct 10th
Wed Oct 24th to Nov 21st (bar-code 267103)
7:00 pm - 5 weeks $145
click on City of Fremont to register, go to activities and then special interest classes (OR enter the bar code above)
Canine Good Citizen Prep class
The AKC's Canine Good Citizen program is recognized as the gold standard for dog behavior. Pure breed or mix breed dogs who pass the 10 item test can earn a certificate and the official AKC CGC title.
This course will allow students to develop the skills necessary for the 10 item test (greet a stranger accept petting and grooming, walk on a loose leash through a crowd, sit, down, stay, come, react calmly around other dogs, react with confidence aong distractions and separate from owner for 3 ninutes). The optional test is not included in the class, but will be held on a scheduled date after the class ends. There is an additional fee of $25 for testing.
Prerequisite: a level 2 intermediate training class or instructor's approval.
Tues Aug 28 - Sept 25
5 weeks $145
Good Dog Daycare
New Workshops
City of Fremont Parks and Rec
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Good Dog Day Care - Hayward
(www.gooddogdaycare.com):
COME TO ME BABY
A recall workshop to teach your dog to reliably come when called (2 sessions - 50 min. each)
8pm - $59 - 2 sessions
Wednesdays Sept 12th & 19th
Wednesdays Nov 14th & 28th (bar-code 267107)
Teen Center - click on City of Fremont to register, go to activities and then special interest classes (OR enter the bar code above)
Does your dog run the other way when you call her, ignore you when there are distractions, or dart out the door and run around the neighborhood? Coming when called can be a life-saving behavior. Many dogs don't come when called, because their humans aren't sure how to teach this behavior. We will give you the skills to build a better bond with your dog and give him a good reason to come to you even among distractions like food, toys and other dogs. We will help you teach your dog to be more focused on you and teach your dog that coming to you quickly is very rewarding.
You will learn how to avoid the common mistakes people make. You will gain the skills to practice with your dog outside of class and improve your dog's reliability.
Bring a hungry dog and a variety of high-value food like meat. No kibble, crumbly food or hard biscuits.
This workshop is not appropriate for dogs who exhibit excessive barking and lunging around other dogs and humans. Please talk with us about alternative training if your dog tends to be reactive.
Space is limited.
DON'T PULL ME OVER ROVER:
A leash walking workshop to teach your dog how to walk nicely with you (3 sessions - 50 min. each)
8pm - $85 - 3 sessions
Wed Sept 26 - 3 Wednesdays (bar-code 267104)
Wed Oct 24th - 3 Wednesdays (bar-code 267105)
click on City of Fremont to register, go to activities and then special interest classes (OR enter the bar code above)
Does your dog pull you down the street when you try to walk him on leash? Learn why this is a common problem and learn the skills to reward your dog for walking with you on a loose leash. There are a number of medical-related conditions in dogs and their humans as a result of leash pulling. Our goal is to teach you a leash walking technique that is safe and enjoyable for everyone. Types of humane equipment and their uses will be discussed. No pinch collars or choke chains. Collars or harness recommended.
This workshop is not appropriate for dogs who exhibit excessive barking and lunging around other dogs and humans. Please talk with us about alternative training if your dog tends to be reactive (barking on leash around dogs and people).
Space is limited.
Paws 4 Learning
