Group Class Information and Policy

A Waiver and Registration form must be completed.

Classes are up to 1 hour long. Starting no later than 5 minutes past the advertised time.

At the discretion of the instructor, the class can be shortened or postponed due to the dogs being fatigued or weather conditions. Time will be added to another class, or a makeup class will be decided upon

Ages to attend classes:

• Puppy Class – 5 months or younger at the time of registration.

• Basic Obedience – 6 months or older

Items needed:

• You need to bring soft treats and a toy. Suggestions are hotdogs, cheese, or store-bought ones that are easy to eat.

• Collar (flat or martingale), harness, or head collar are acceptable.

• Have a 4 – 6-foot leash. I suggest cloth or leather. Nylon is fine but no retractable or flexible leashes.

• Absolutely no Prongs, Check Chains or E collars will be allowed.

• All dogs are to remain on leash unless otherwise directed. No nose-to-nose greetings.

• Bring a mat, towel, blanket, or small bed for your dog to relax on.

• If your dog is in heat, please call your instructor for further advice.

• If your dog is sick or injured, your dog can stay home but I recommend you still attend class.

• If you are going to miss class, please contact your instructor.

• Please bring indoor shoes as we have special foam flooring. Shoes should be comfortable footwear such as running shoes, please no sandals.

Cancellation/Refund Policies

• Training classes can be cancelled up to 10 days before the start of the session, for a full refund. After that, the money can go towards a credit to another class or private session to be used within 6 months.

• Refunds can be granted for the following two conditions: Quarantine due to contagious illness (provided proof is supplied from the veterinarian) or death of the dog.

• If your dog is unsuitable for a class setting, a credit will be prorated and available to be used within 6 months for another service.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations: For puppy class minimum two sets of shots. The second set of shots must be administered a full week before the first class. For all other classes, proof of vaccinations and rabies should be available upon request. To determine the specific vaccine requirements for your dog, consult with your veterinarian. They will assess your dog's health, lifestyle, and local regulations to develop an appropriate vaccination schedule.

Children in class

I always encourage the family to be involved after all the dog does live in the house with everyone. They must be respectful and quiet while in attendance. Loud giggles and excitement can distract the other dogs in class. You must be at least 8 years old to be able to handle the dog in class. It will be at the discretion of the instructor if they feel the dog is too much to handle for the minor.

Dogs in Heat

We allow bitches in season to participate if wearing an appropriate protective garment. There are no exceptions.

Disruptive / Aggressive Dogs

Dogs that are reactive/aggressive to humans and/or other dogs are not a good fit for a class setting. When dogs are over threshold, they are not able to learn. The result will cause stress and frustration for the dog and handler. Some dogs will respond well to being out of eyesight of their trigger, every effort will be made to keep your dog in class. If the instructor determines that your dog is unsuitable for class, they reserve the right to make other arrangements for the handler and dog that is more suitable. Disruptive behaviors include (but are not limited to): Excessive barking, lunging, and attempts to bite other dogs or people. Please see Refund Policy for the remainder of class fees

 Disruptive Handlers/People

If the instructor determines that the handler is abusive, disruptive, or inappropriate for class, they reserve the right to remove the handler and dog from the class.