Wednesday, September 1, 2010

New Classes Forming Now!

Hi Everyone,

It's been quite some time since this blog has been updated. Seems the day to day aspects of running a business are keeping me busier than I expected.

Several new classes are scheduled, or on the horizon to be scheduled soon! If you are interested in any of these classes call or email today!

CONFORMATION HANDLING
Thursday Sept. 2 8:15 pm
4 week session 45 min. $48

Puppy Class with Kaye
Saturday Sept. 25th 9:00 am
4 week session 1 hr long $96
For puppies 3-6 mos. of age

Canine Good Citizen
6 week class/45 min.
$88 Date TBA
Train your dog to be a good citizen!

Dog About Town
4 week class/1 hr
$90 Date TBA
A "field trip" class, where training is done in a new location each week to develop and proof your dogs manners. *prerequisite classes - Control Class, Off leash manners, or any competitive obedience class

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Thursday June 3 Classes - Cancelled

Hi Everyone,

Just in reminder in case this announcement was missed in class. Thursdays Combined Competitive Obedience Class and Scheduled Handling Class is cancelled for this week, June 3rd. Classes will resume next Thursday June 10th.

I will be calling or emailing the students in these two classes to make sure everyone has heard the announcement! Any questions, call me on my cell!

Thanks, and my apologies for any disapointments caused by these cancellations! See you next week.

Wendy

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Saturday Summer Training Series!

Announcing our Saturdays in Summer training series. Join us on select Saturdays and learn how to stop unwanted behavior, develop better behavior, and just learn more about understanding your dog. This training is geared towards helping you and your dog understand and train through problems that may still exist in spite of your previous training efforts.

Saturdays in Summer do not require an ongoing committment. Anyone is welcome, regardless of your dogs training level. This is perfect for the dog who has already been through training classes but is still difficult to control or experiencing behavior problems. Or for the dog and owner who simply need more practice for learning a particular skill. Each session will have topics of focus, but will also cover behaviors and questions brought up by the attendees.

This is a pay as you go, attend when you wish training session. All that's required is advanced registration by 4:00 pm Friday. Email Wendy at wescotdobe@hotmail.com or call 509-5652. Each session is limited to 10 dogs/handlers, however auditors are welcome at a lower cost. This is a two hour session, join us for all or part of it. If you are on on a schedule and need to leave at a particular time we will address your issue in the time frame needed. Just let us know when you call to reserve your spot! Each hour long session costs $20 per dog/handler, $10 per auditor. Join us for all three sessions for only $40, or buy our Summer Series training card (6 sessions for $60) Spouses, partners, and children under 18 at no add'l cost.

Dates/Topics:

June 19th 9:00 am - Introduction to Behavior Shaping
10:00 am - Jumping, Leash manners, and developing off leash control
11:00 am - Starting your puppy off right: the importance of socialization and training.

July 17th 9:00 am - Housetraining Help
10:00 am - Coming when Called, Stay in one place
11:00 am - Chill Out! (help for the overactive dog)

July 24th 9:00 am - Don't chase that child! (help for dogs who chase things)
10:00 am - Kids and K9's (get the kids involved in training!)
11:00 am - Games to educate and occupy the dogs mind


Call now to reserve your spot!

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Upcoming Shows and Match Shows

With so many of you now looking for Rally and Obedience Trials, I will attempt to
list upcoming local trials here on the blog, along with local show and go's or match shows.

This Saturday May 29th, Papillonia Dog Training Academy is hosting another Show and Go. The event starts at 9 am with Open and Utility. Novice will be in the first available ring. Runs are $7 each, food is available on site, corrections/training/toys/food all allowed.

If you haven't been to Papillonia before, the building is large enough for two full sized rings, with moderate crating area available. (be prepared to keep your dog in car i too crowded, I don't know how crowded their show and gos are) Excellant flooring, well lit, and typical sound (not a noisy venue, but not quiet either). A great opportunity to get you and your dog more ring experience! Address is 1127 Felton Rd, Red Lion, PA www.papillonia.com

For those of you looking for second and third legs in Rally (and don't mind showing outdoors) The Bryn Mawr Kennel Club is offering Rally the Sunday of their upcoming show weekend (June 20th for Rally). This is a horse show grounds, so be prepared for your dog to handle wonderful smells and the possibility of long grass! Ms. Tracy Yeanlsh is the judge for all three Rally classes. Entries close Wednesday June 2nd. www.raudogshows.com

Monday, May 24, 2010

New Class and Other News

Hi Everyone!

Please note the date change (below) for the next Controlled Canines Class. If you are interested in this class and haven't yet registered, please do so soon! The class is nearly full.

Another new class is now on the schedule. This class is a "Tricks" class. Teaching your dog Tricks can enhance the relationship, focus, and attitude between your dog and you. Dogs find the tricks motivating and fun. This class is a good companion class to Competitive Obedience, Rally, and Dance training, as well as being enjoyable for the family companion dog. With that in mind, this class will be offered at a special rate for any dog and handler currently enrolled in other Dog Sense classes. This class will begin on Thursday June 10th at 6:00 pm.

Coming soon: Therapy Dog training. If you are interested in doing therapy work with your dog, this is the class for you! Learn how to develo...p the skills you and your dog need to participate in therapy work safely and successfully! Visit www.dogsensewithwendy.webs.com Start date will be listed soon!

Congratulations to Susan and Magic on gaining their first leg in Rally Novice this weekend!

If you haven't found Dog Sense on Facebook yet, please look us up! Dog Sense: dog training, sports, and learning center. Facebook will be my primary forum for posting brags, and with so many coming in it will allow the blog to remain the spot for class announcements and learning related posts. (last minute announcements such as weather related cancellations will be made at both the blog and facebook)

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Control Class starting JUNE 10th! *Date Change!

Please note the date change!

The next Controlled Canines Class will begin on Thursday June 10th, at 6:45 pm. This class is a six week behavioral class designed to teach you the skills and techniques needed to develop self-control in your out-of-control dog! If you are interested in joining this class, please email me at wescotdobe@hotmail.com

This class is limited to 8 dogs/handlers and is nearly full. To guaruntee a spot in the class, contact me at wescotdobe@hotmail.com

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Handling Class Starting Thursday!

Calling all Conformation Dogs!

The next Scheduled Handling Class begins tomorrow evening! Join us and learn how to teach your dog to show himself off, or to develop your own skills so you can show like a pro! This class lasts 4 weeks and costs $48. Email or call to reserve your spot! Class begins at 8:30 pm the first week, but will then move to 8:15 for each additional week.