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Training Q&A's Page 1
Do I need to be a club member to attend a class?
No, we welcome everyone who cares enough about their dog to attend a training class.
Does my dog have to be a purebred to attend a class?
No, we welcome purebreds and mixed breeds.
Do I need any previous training experience?
If you're coming into one of our entry-level classes...No. If you're coming into a more advanced class, you should talk with the Trainer to ensure the class is the right one for you and your dog.
What is the club's training fee refund policy and can I observe a class before I enroll?
Training fees in the multi-week, limited-registration classes are non-refundable. With any training class (ours included), we definitely recommend that you stop in and watch the class before you enroll.
What are the training fees, class start dates, prerequisites, etc?
Specific information is contained in the individual class descriptions.
I'm a beginner. What else should I know?
- Not all dogs get along with each other. NEVER allow your dog to socialize and do its sniffing thing without permission from the other dog's owner. If your dog is the subject of another's attention and you feel at all uncomfortable, trust your instincts and ask the other owner to control their dog.
- You're responsible for everything -- and we do mean "everything" -- your dog does. Should your dog have an accident either inside the facilities or on the grounds, we have clean-up supplies you can use.
- What should I do if I expect my female dog to come in heat during a class? The answer depends on the class.
- In the Basic Obedience class, YOU should continue to attend class (leave your dog at home) and learn the lessons which you can then practice at home.
- In Agility, because it's impossible for most people to practice at home, please wait and signup for the next class.
- In the drop-in classes, most folks just drop-out, then resume class after the heat is over.
Can I get the training that will prepare me for competition?
If previous students are any indication, yes!
So, I'll be ready to compete after a few classes?
Not quite! Most students see tangible results in their first class and continue to see their dogs' and their own capabilities grow and improve. The experienced teams make it look so easy, but it takes LOTS of practice to develop into a competition-ready team.