Because of an increased interest, I am adding a Manners I class on Thursday evenings, beginning 1/27/11 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Tender Touch Veterinary Hospital in Scarborough. This is in addition to our Wednesday class which is full!
Anyone interested, please contact me! This is a great class for pups 4 months and older.
Topics covered are:
Sit: At side and in front. Great for putting on the leash, greeting people, giving medication, brushing, and other situations.
Heel: Most pet owners really appreciate a dog that walks nicely on a leash without pulling. Positive training and proper equipment is key.
Sit Stay: Having a dog sit stay while you open the door or cross the street to get the mail is beneficial.
Wait/Okay: One of my favorite commands! Don’t move from a specific position for a short time. Okay is used as a release.
Down/Down Stay: A submissive position that is also more comfortable for the dog, especially if you want him to stay for more than a minute.
Off: Refers to your dogs paws. Off and Down should mean two different things.
Leave it: Refers to his muzzle, learn to put his attention back on you and away from something else that he is interested in.
Come: Probably the most critical command to teach but can be started at an early age. This command provides a great opportunity to bond with your dog!
Take a break: A good place to be out of the way but still in the same room while you have company or eat a meal. Can also be used when you are leaving for a short while.
Requirements: Updated Vaccination Record, including Bordatella