Level I is for puppies (3 months and older), adult dogs, and anyone unfamiliar with the “Motivational Method”. One instructor and 1-2 assistants participate to insure every student receives the individual help to succeed. What your dog will learn: Heel, Sit, Down, Stay, Stand, Come, Long Sit, Long Down. Fee includes training collar and leash and a diploma upon completion.
Classes meet one night a week for 8 weeks and total session cost is $185. Class size is limited to 6 dogs. Go to the homepage for dates and times of upcoming sessions.
No refunds or session changes are given once your registration is completed. If your dog is under 6 months old, talk to your veterinarian BEFORE enrolling!
About Our Method:
The Volhard Motivational Method of Obedience Training is a proven approach to teaching beginners. The techniques are simple and successful. Although it was intended for puppies, it proves equally effective with adolescent, adult, and even problem dogs. The relationship between man and dog is complex and often suffers from poor communication. Blending human and canine psychology into a carefully structured program, the Motivational Method bridges the gap between the species.
Recognizing that clear communication is necessary for successful training, the Motivational Method places great emphasis on training the handler. We are not training your dog – we are teaching YOU to how train your dog. Research into the psychology of how people learn is incorporated into every step of the training process. Body posture, leash handling, tone of voice, and an understanding of dog behavior are skills taught to each handler.
For more info on the snap-around collars we use in our training classes, visit www.handcraftcollars.com.
