DESCRIPTION: This is class for young dogs with owners interested in the training for hunt tests.  This is primarily for Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Flatcoat Retrievers, German Shorthair Pointers, German Wirehaired Pointers, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, or Poodles.  These are breeds that can compete in Hunting Retriever test.  The various skills covered will be:  Obedience skills needed for fieldwork, introduced to retrieving bumpers on land, introduced to water and introduced to retrieving a bumper in water. 

PREQUISITES:

• At least having 2nd set of shots
• Dog must be up-to-date on vaccinations. 
• A copy of a vet receipt showing the shot vaccination dates is sufficient and/or copy of the Health Form (found on the website (www.aadtc.net) under Class Schedule - Ann Arbor Dog Training Club)
• Must provide a recent negative fecal report within the last two (2) months
• Dog must be under control
• Dog should like to retrieve anything
• Buckle collar
• 4-6 foot leash
• Long line (20+ ft) if dog does not have a solid recall

DESCRIPTION: This is a 4-week class for puppies that are 5-12 months old on the first day of class.  Generally designed for those puppies that were too old for the Friday Night Puppy classes and not ready for Household class.  These classes are designed to teach basic control (age appropriate) in a variety of situations with distractions. Exercises taught include sit, down, stand, stay, come and controlled walking on a leash. Focus is on household manners to help dog adapt to family life. The puppy level classes also include basic problem solving (e.g., chewing, jumping up, etc.). Most classes use food (soft treats) or silent toys in training.

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG.  DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE.

 PREREQUISITES:

• Puppy must be up-to-date on vaccinations,  Rabies is not required if under 6 months.  
• Puppy must be between 5 months and 12 months on the first day of class.

NOTE: Please do not schedule any elective surgery (eg. spay/neuter) during the classe session. 

 WHAT TO BRING:

• Copy of updated vaccination records;
• 4-6 ft leash;
• Buckle collar;
• Variety of small, easy to eat treats.

DESCRIPTION: Thi class is designed to teach basic control (age appropriate) in a variety of situations with distractions. Exercises taught include sit, down, stand, stay, come and controlled walking on a leash. Focus is on household manners to help dog adapt to family life. May also include basic problem solving (e.g., chewing, jumping up, etc.). Most classes use food (soft treats) or silent toys in training.  This class may be repeated.

PREREQUISITES:

• Must be older than 6 months
• No class training prerequisites.
• Dog must be up-to-date on vaccinations. 
• A copy of a vet receipt showing the shot vaccination dates is sufficient and/or copy of the Health Form (found on the website (www.aadtc.net) under Class Schedule - Ann Arbor Dog Training Club)
• Must provide a recent negative fecal report within the last two (2) months

WHAT TO BRING:

• Copy of vaccination records and negative fecal report;
• 4-6 ft leash; buckle collar;
• Variety of small, easy to eat treats.

DESCRIPTION:  For Puppies who are 5 – 12 months old on the first day of class.   The S.T.A.R. program is an exciting new program designed to get the dog owner and new puppy off to a good start. The focus is on Socialization, Training, Activity, and Responsibility. The puppy level classes also include basic problem solving (e.g., chewing, jumping up, etc.). Most classes use food (soft treats) or silent toys in training. The class includes training on the tasks of sit, down, come, and walking on a loose leash. Exercises to help handler/dog team meet the requirements for the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) are also covered.   

PREREQUISITES:

• Puppy must be between 5 months and 12 months on the first day of class.
• Puppy must be up-to-date on vaccinations.  Rabies is not required if under 6 months. 
• A copy of a vet receipt showing the shot vaccination dates is sufficient and/or copy of the Health Form (found on the website (www.aadtc.net) under Class Schedule - Ann Arbor Dog Training Club)
• Must provide a recent negative fecal report within the last two (2) months

WHAT TO BRING:

• Copy of updated vaccination records and negative fecal;
• 4-6 ft leash; buckle collar;
• Variety of small, easy to eat treats.

NOTE:  Please do not schedule elective surgery (e.g., spay, neuter) during the class session.

Open and Utility exercises are covered in this classes. When offered, this class expects that handler/dog team has completed all necessary training for the exercises at the Open and Utility level and only needs additional proofing/practice opportunities. A proofing/practice class may cover more than one level in same class.

 PREREQUISITE: (one or more of the following)

• Solid retrieve with a dumbbell required
• Successful completion of Open class 
• Competing at the Utility level (UD)
• Instructor approval

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration priority will be given to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

DESCRIPTION: Rally classes will help prepare the handler/dog team to compete competitively in Rally and have fun working on obedience skills at the same time. Some sessions may cover all Rally levels (Novice/Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent/Masters) in one class. Perfection is not expected. More advanced students will be encouraged to try to work off-leash. There will be instruction on how to perform the various exercises. Training assistance will be tailored to the needs to the handler/dog team. Two or three courses will be worked each week. Visit the American Kennel Club website for a more detailed description of rally (www.akc.org/events/rally/) and rally course stations (www.akc.org/rules/).

PREREQUISITE:

• Successful completion of Household I or Novice I equivalent; 
• Instructor's permission;
• The handler/dog team is expected to have the basics of heeling (without leash pulling), fronts, and finishes.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Copy of vaccination records
• 4-6 ft leash
• Buckle collar
• Variety of small, easy to eat treats
• Students should bring a portable crate to use when walking the courses.   

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

DESCRIPTION: Rally classes will help prepare the handler/dog team to compete competitively in Rally and have fun working on obedience skills at the same time. Some sessions may cover all Rally levels (Novice/Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent/Masters) in one class. Perfection is not expected. More advanced students will be encouraged to try to work off-leash. There will be instruction on how to perform the various exercises. Training assistance will be tailored to the needs to the handler/dog team. Two or three courses will be worked each week. Visit the American Kennel Club website for a more detailed description of rally (www.akc.org/events/rally/) and rally course stations (www.akc.org/rules/).

PREREQUISITE:

• Successful completion of Household I or Novice I equivalent; 
• Instructor's permission;
• The handler/dog team is expected to have the basics of heeling (without leash pulling), fronts, and finishes.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Copy of vaccination records
• 4-6 ft leash
• Buckle collar
• Variety of small, easy to eat treats
• Students should bring a portable crate to use when walking the courses.   

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

DESCRIPTION:  This is a class focusing on skills that will help your dog compete in flyball.  Flyball is a relay team sport that has been compared to drag racing with your dog.  The countdown lights start the race between 2 teams of 4 dogs, which in turn, race over low hurdles to retrieve a ball from a spring-loaded box, and race back over the same hurdles to their handler. Once they are back the next dog goes.  The first team to have all their dogs successfully complete the course wins the race.

The class will familiarize entry-level and beginner dogs (and their handlers) with the fundamentals of flyball training.  Successful completion of the class will provide them with the foundation upon which they can build before progessing to participation in flyball competitions.

All levels are welcome

 PREREQUISITES:

• Successful completion of Puppy or Household class or equivalent
• Must be up-to-date on vaccinations. 
• Possess a solid sit/stay and recall

WHAT TO BRING

• Copy of updated vaccination records
• 4-6 ft leash
• Buckle collar
• Variety of soft, easy to eat treats
• Tug toy that your dog likes