CBDTC Classes offered
April 4th- May 27th, 2011
Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis. All 8 week classes are 80.00. Please contact Alison Brendel if you have any questions.
Registration for these classes is now closed! The Next Session to be announced shortly.
Monday
6:00PM Advanced Freestyle Run Throughs
Freestyle performance organized with music, illustrating the training and joyful relationship of a dog and handler team. Freestyle is an excellent discipline to illustrate the conformation and movement of the dog. This class is for dogs who have taken Freestyle classes. Handlers will put together a full routine with their dogs, either for fun or to compete. Dogs for this class have their own music, their own routines, and work on refining the routine, developing props and costumes for their “act” etc. This is limited only by the dogs skill level. Class is 8 weeks long. Limit 6 dogs. REGISTER
Tuesday
9:30 AM Novice Obedience Instructor: Debbie Hannah
Dog must have CGC or equivalent. Dog may or may not have been involved in Rally. This is for people who want a foundation in real obedience- having a dog obey the first time it is asked regardless of distractions. Although this is taught so that people who want to compete will be able to, this class emphasizes practical application of obedience and the advantage and safety it affords the dog in every other sport. Attention, focus, and obedience handling skills will be the primary goal. Skills will be heeling, stand for exam, recall, 1 minute sit stay, and 3 minute down in formal and in practical settings. Class is 8 weeks long. Limited to 8 dogs.Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
10:30 AM Rally-O Beginning Instructor: Beve Taylor
For students that are new to the sport of Rally Obedience. This is a fun class, where the handlers have to learn more than the dogs! YOU will learn the rally signs and the proper execution of the signs. The first four weeks will be introducing all the Novice Rally signs and the practicing them The last four weeks will include practice on full Novice courses. You will have ample opportunity to practice on novice courses. Your dog must be able to walk on a leash. Please bring a crate for your dog. Prerequisite: CGC or some sort of beginning obedience. Dog should know to sit and down on command. Number of dogs in class: 6 preferred - 8 maximum. Class is 8 weeks long. Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
6:00 PM Rally-O Advanced Rally Run Throughs
This Class will continue working a variety of courses at all levels given the handler and dogs more exposure to what they might see in compeitiont. Peer evaluations will be used to help the handlers correct errors in their performance. Dog should have completed Rally Novice, or Beginning Obedience, and be working towards Rally competition or permission of instructor. Dog should be able to sit, down, and walk on a loose leash. Handler should be familiar with Rally signs. Class size is limited to 8 dogs. Class is 8 weeks long. Class cost is free to members, 7.50 for drop in non members. REGISTER
FILLED 7:00 PM Home Companion class Instructor: Jane Cooper and Torka Poet
Open to dogs 6 months of age or older. The dog learns to walk on a loose leash, lie down, sit, stand, stay in position and come when called. Focus on the handler and dealing with distractions will be stressed. Different training styles will be discussed and basic health, grooming, manners and socializing techniques are also covered. Common problems like jumping up will be addressed. This class is beneficial for those who simply want their dog to be a good companion and for those who want to lay the foundation for more training and possibly competition. Class is 8 weeks long. Limit 8 dogs.Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
8:00 PM Canine Good Citizenship Instructor: Torka Poet and Jane Cooper
This class focuses on the skills & behaviors evaluated in the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, such as walk on a loose lead, sit, down, stay, come, being still for grooming or petting, being left with a stranger. This is a good class for those who’ve completed Home Companion or Puppy and want to go on training! All 10 of the required Canine Good Citizen requirements will be practiced, and the test is given free of charge by certified evaluators on the 8th week.Class is eight weeks long. Limit 8 dogs. Prerequisite: Puppy or Home Companion class or permission of training director Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
Wednesday
9:30 AMPuppy Class Instructor : Rose Wilson/Julie Kirk
STAR puppy class (3-6 months)
S ocialization - T raining - A ctivity - R esponsibility
The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting new program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. Training will consist of owner behaviors, puppy behaviors, and pre-canine good citizen test behaviors. Classes will include valuable training tips for puppy owners - such as how to housetrain - and lessons on practical skills for puppies -such as coming when called.
When you complete the class with your puppy your puppy is eligible to be enrolled in the AKC STAR Puppy Program. You must attend at least 6 out of the 8 classes. Your instructor will administer a test at the end of the course. Upon passing the test, you’ll get an application to send to AKC for enrollment. All dogs are welcome to participate in the program including purebreds and mixed breeds.
For more information: http://www.akc.org/starpuppy/
Class is limited to 8 dogs Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
10:30 AM Canine Good Citizenship Instructor: Rose Wilson/Julie Kirk
This class focuses on the skills & behaviors evaluated in the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, such as walk on a loose lead, sit, down, stay, come, being still for grooming or petting, being left with a stranger. This is a good class for those who’ve completed Home Companion or Puppy and want to go on training! All 10 of the required Canine Good Citizen requirements will be practiced, and the test is given free of charge by certified evaluators on the 8th week. Class is eight weeks long. Limit 8 dogs. Prerequisite: Puppy or Home Companion class or permission of training director Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
6:00 PM Open Obedience Instructor: Mary Ellen Thien
In general the class is designed to teach open & utility requirements for ring success. A prerequisite to this class must be the dog having a sound foundation in novice work and reliability of steady behavior around other dogs especially when retrieving, jumping and off lead work is required. Dogs competing or ready to compete in Open. Much of this class is geared to each team and during class students are often asked to work on an individual basis. This class is 8 weeks long. Limit 8 dogs. A CD title or equivalent is required to participate in this class. Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
FILLED: 7:00 PM Novice Obedience: Lezlie & Dan Couch
Dog must have CGC or equivalent. Dog may or may not have been involved in Rally. This is for people who want a foundation in real obedience- having a dog obey the first time it is asked regardless of distractions. Although this is taught so that people who want to compete will be able to, this class emphasizes practical application of obedience and the advantage and safety it affords the dog in every other sport. Attention, focus, and obedience handling skills will be the primary goal. Skills will be heeling, stand for exam, recall, 1 minute sit stay, and 3 minute down in formal and in practical settings. Class is 8 weeks long. Limited to 8 dogs.Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
8:00 PM Novice Obedience Instructor: Lezlie & Dan Couch
Dog must have CGC or equivalent. Dog may or may not have been involved in Rally. This is for people who want a foundation in real obedience- having a dog obey the first time it is asked regardless of distractions. Although this is taught so that people who want to compete will be able to, this class emphasizes practical application of obedience and the advantage and safety it affords the dog in every other sport. Attention, focus, and obedience handling skills will be the primary goal. Skills will be heeling, stand for exam, recall, 1 minute sit stay, and 3 minute down in formal and in practical settings. Class is 8 weeks long. Limited to 8 dogs.Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
Thursday
9:00 AM Home Companion Instructor:Julie Kirk/Rose Wilson
Open to dogs 6 months of age or older. The dog learns to walk on a loose leash, lie down, sit, stand, stay in position and come when called. Focus on the handler and dealing with distractions will be stressed. Different training styles will be discussed and basic health, grooming, manners and socializing techniques are also covered. Common problems like jumping up will be addressed. This class is beneficial for those who simply want their dog to be a good companion and for those who want to lay the foundation for more training and possibly competition. Class is 8 weeks long. Limit 8 dogs.Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
10:30 AM Indoor Game and Outdoor Excursions Instructor: Julie Kirk
Tthis class is designed to help dog and handler become a smooth working team thru supervised practice of skills in public places like the park, the feed store, the pet store, etc and in game-like exercises at the clubhouse. Approximately half the classes will be held away from the clubhouse, locations and directions to be provided, and will concentrate for the most part on polite walking, focus on the handler, being greeted without losing control, stays and recalls in public settings. The first class will be at the clubhouse for general review of each dog/handler team's level of proficiency. Prerequisite: CGC
Class is 8 weeks long. Limit 8 dogs. Class cost is free for CBDTC members, 7.00/week for non-members to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
6:00 PM STAR puppy class (3-6 months) Instructor: Linda Kennedy & Annie Williams
S ocialization - T raining - A ctivity - R esponsibility
The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting new program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. Training will consist of owner behaviors, puppy behaviors, and pre-canine good citizen test behaviors. Classes will include valuable training tips for puppy owners - such as how to housetrain - and lessons on practical skills for puppies -such as coming when called.
When you complete the class with your puppy your puppy is eligible to be enrolled in the AKC STAR Puppy Program. You must attend at least 6 out of the 8 classes. Your instructor will administer a test at the end of the course. Upon passing the test, you’ll get an application to send to AKC for enrollment. All dogs are welcome to participate in the program including purebreds and mixed breeds.
For more information: http://www.akc.org/starpuppy/
Class is limited to 8 dogs. Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
Filled:7:00 PM Canine Good Citizenship Instructor: Alison Brendel
This class focuses on the skills & behaviors evaluated in the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test, such as walk on a loose lead, sit, down, stay, come, being still for grooming or petting, being left with a stranger. This is a good class for those who’ve completed Home Companion or Puppy and want to go on training! All 10 of the required Canine Good Citizen requirements will be practiced, and the test is given free of charge by certified evaluators on the 8th week.Class is eight weeks long. Limit 8 dogs. Prerequisite: Puppy or Home Companion class or permission of training director Class cost is 80.00 to be paid on the first class. REGISTER
8:00PM Beginning Freestyle Instructor: Sarah Tragesser
Canine Freestyle is a new sport that is as fun for you as it is for your dog. It combines elements of obedience and agiility with the addition of tricks and music. In the begining class you'll learn some basic moves and how to work on putting together a routine, picking music, and having fun. A sense of creativity and good humor is required to particpate. Dogs must be under control around outher dogs, preferably have a CGC as well. This class is 4 weeks long begining April 7th. Limited to 8 dogs. Class cost is 40.00 to be paid on the first class.
The World Canine Freestyle Organization defines canine freestyle as follows:
"Musical Freestyle is a choreographed musical program performed by handlers and their dogs. The object of musical freestyle is to display the dog and handler in a creative, innovative and original dance, using music and intricate movements to showcase teamwork, artistry, costuming, athleticism and style in interpreting the theme of the music. Routines should create a visually exciting display which is enjoyable to watch and which is equally enjoyable to dogs and handlers executing the programs. Canine freestyle is a showcase that truly demonstrates the joys and fun of bonding with your pet." REGISTER
Tracking
Tracking occurs both during the week and on Weekends in a variety of locations. Please contact Deb Hannah to be included in the emails and list for the Tracking group. Dogs of all ages are welcome to participate, but RSVP is needed to allow adequate track set up time for the dogs.
Chickadee Ranch
Saturday/Sunday Obedience and Rally Practices are held at Chickadee Ranch for CBDTC members. Rally run throughs will be for teams that are already ready competing or close to competing in Advanced or Excellent. Novice dogs may run, but there will be signs in the courses that would not be on a Novice level class. Agility Run through to follow or run concurrently with Obedience and rally. RSVP is requested to schedule time. Please contact Tracy Hill for more information.