Dog Talk Training Class Descriptions and Schedule
Puppy Headstart: For puppies 8 to 16 weeks
Research has shown that a variety of early positive experiences for puppies is the cornerstone of development for a happy, well adjusted dog. Our Puppy Headstart rotation allows you and your puppy to jump right in for maximum benefit. Your puppy will have the opportunity to play off-leash with other size and age appropriate puppies, to meet and greet lots of people, to accept handling and to be exposed to and learn to accept a wide variety of objects, sounds and stimuli. You will learn the latest techniques in “Canine Parenting” including problem prevention, teaching impulse control and bite inhibition, potty training and more.
Classes are one-hour long on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. You may begin any week you like and continue for five weeks.
Class Requirements:
- Puppies must be between eight and 16 weeks old.
- Puppies must have had one set of vaccinations (Parvo, Parainfluenza, Hepatits and Distemper) that has been on-board for seven days.
- A Bordetalla vaccination is recommended.
- Puppies should come to class on a buckle collar or body harness with a non-retractable leash.
- Bring some soft food treats for you puppy.
- All participants must pre-register. Please call (614) 792-6331.
- Puppy registration form (Adobe PDF).
- Puppy Headstart Fee $69
Puppy Package!
Take advantage of package pricing by signing up for Puppy Headstart class and Basic class at the same time. Package includes five weeks of Puppy Class and six weeks of Basic class. Classes can be taken consecutively or concurrently. Package participants are given first choice of class times for Basic classes.
Claass Requirements:
Basic: For dogs of all ages
Our basic classes focus on teaching foundation obedience exercises and behavior management techniques to help you enjoy your adolescent or adult dog. With our “hands-off”, positive-reinforcement methods, your dog will learn to work for what he/she wants by responding to basic obedience cues such as “Sit”, “Down”, “Wait”, “Come” “Leave It” “Drop” You will also learn to teach your dog to pay attention and walk nicely on a leash. Additionally, you will learn how to manage and resolve routine behavior issues such as jumping on people, pulling on the leash, running out of doors, stealing and mouthing.
This six week course begins with a two-hour orientation (without dogs). Weeks two thru six with dogs last one-hour each. Training manual and homework sheets are included.
Class Requirements:
- Gentle Leader or buckle collar (prong or slip collars may not be used).
- High value food treats.
- Other suggested equipment will be discusses during orientation.
- Basic registration form (Adobe PDF).
- Basic Class Fee $114
PLEASE NOTE: Basic class is not suitable for dogs who are timid, fearful or do not do well around other dogs. These dogs will do best in our Semi-Private class. If you are not sure how your dog will respond in a group setting, we’re happy to help you evaluate your dog’s behavior. Please call (614) 792-6331 before registering.
Semi-Private Class: For dogs with behavior concerns
A small group class for fearful or reactive dogs who need a less distracting learning environment. Dogs progress at their own rate and learn the basic obedience cues while also learning to work more comfortably around other dogs and people. Handlers are coached on effective handling of problem behaviors. Class size is limited to four - five dogs. The Semi-Private package consists of a one-hour private consultation and five one-hour classes and training manual.
The five class session can be repeated as many times as desired for continued learning and desensitization.
Class Requirements:
- Gentle leader head collar.
- No human participants under 18 without permission of instructor.
- Initial consultation. Please call to schedule (614) 792-6331.
- Semi-private registration form (Adobe PDF).
- Semi-Private Package $154 (one-hour consultation & 5 one-hour classes)
- Semi-Private Class Fee $89 or Repeat $79
Reliability Class: Beyond the basics
This class continues to increase your dog’s reliability and build on and refine your dogs’ current skills. New exercises include “Place,” Tricks, an introduction to agility skills, beginning off-leash walking, fast down, and emergency recall. Five weekly sessions last one-hour each. Class is designed for graduates of Dog Talk’s Basic class and can be repeated as many times as desired for maximum learning. Class is limited to six to seven participants and each dog and handler team learns at their own pace and receives instruction for their level.
Class Requirements
- Completion of a basic obedience class.
- Handler must understand clicker training.
- Reliability registration form (Adobe PDF).
- Reliability Fee $99 or Repeat $79
All classes and services are held at the Dog Talk Training location (directions/map).