Custom Pets Dog Training
Our Ultra-Small Class Sizes Yield Better Results
Dog-friendly
methods are the standard in all Custom Pets Dog Training classes. You are
welcome and encouraged to visit classes in progress before making a decision
about trusting your dog to Custom Pets. Please contact us
to let us know you which class you wish to observe so we can give you
directions and other pertinent information.
For information regarding what to look for in a class, you can review the
guidelines
published by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
For safety's
sake, all dogs must be friendly towards people
and other dogs in order to attend a Custom Pets Group Class.
For aggressive or reactive dogs, private lessons are appropriate.
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Congratulations
on your decision to work with your dog using one of the Custom Pets Dog
Training programs! You can expect to have fun with your dog while you
both learn! What To Bring To Class
Shot
Records – Please bring your dog's most current shot records. I don't need to keep a copy, I only
need to verify that your dog's shots are up-to-date. Required
inoculations are Distemper/Parvo combination for all dogs and Rabies for dogs
six months and older. Strongly suggested: Bordetella (Kennel Cough). Collar
– All of our work will be done on a regular buckle or nylon snap collar, a
harness, or a martingale collar. Pinch collars and choke chains are not
used in Custom Pets Dog Training classes. Leash
- We’ll need a four- or six-foot cotton, leather, or nylon leash.
Retractable leashes and chain leashes don’t work in our class environment. Treats
- In our training programs, we use treats for some dogs all the time, and for
all dogs some of the time, so bring some small, soft treats. Cut any
soft dog treat into pieces no larger than a pea. Please - no
kibble or dog biscuits. Experiment a bit to see what your dog will eat away
from home in a very exciting, distracting environment. Pacifier
- It's very helpful to give the dogs something to do in class besides look at
each other and bark, so please bring a 'pacifier' for your dog to chew on - a
stuffed Kong, a stuffed bone, a cow's hoof, or any other safe chewy.
Experiment with your dog to see what will keep his/her attention in a
distracting environment, and please verify with your veterinarian the
appropriateness and safety of chew products. For more ideas, check out the
article on Bored Dogs. It's a good idea to
wait to feed your dog after class. This helps your dog to be more
motivated by the training treats, especially in a highly distracting class
setting. Basic
Rules: Family
Members - You may bring as many family members of
any age as you like, as we prefer getting the whole family involved whenever
possible. At times it will be necessary to work without distractions,
so you may want to bring something to entertain very young children.
NOTE: There is often agility equipment set up in the training area.
This equipment was made for dogs, and is not safe for children to play on. Refund
Policy - You may request a refund up to 72 hours prior
to the class start date/time. If you attend the first session, you may
request a refund during or at the conclusion of that session. Return to Services Page Contact Lori today for more information! |
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