Course Description

Puppy & Dog obedience - Start right away!*
From Canines Unlimited
Full Course (12 weeks)
Short Course (6 weeks)
Single classes
*Note: No obedience classes on January 28, February 4 or February 11, due to our being at TTouch training. There will be a make-up class on February 16, with regular classes resuming on Friday, Feburary 18.

Also See:
Training Philosophy
Class Registration Info & Form
Canine Good Citizen
Therapy Dog
Agility-Flyball-Tricks
Credentials

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN/BASIC OBEDIENCE

Start right away!
Full Course (12 weeks)
A thorough introduction to the basics in control and cooperation, through positive motivation techniques, with Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification testing at the end. Flexible hours, multi-media, multi-level, advance-at-your-own-pace, with installment payments.

Registration	What's Covered?
Course Description	Variables
Dog Age	Total Hours / # Sessions
Dates & Times	Advance at your own pace
Locations	Instructor
Cost	Refund & Class Policies
Vaccinations	Map to Dojo

Registration

Five Easy Ways to Register:

Register On-line
Phone: (907) 790-3647
Fax: (907) 790-3647 (listen to message and press "start" when told to)
Mail: P.O. Box 34496, Juneau, AK 99803
Drop-off: at 4191 Taku Blvd. (Put in mail slot in door. Please Do NOT leave in white mail box by street.)

Registration is considered received when we actually receive your completed registration form with payment (VISA, MASTER CARD, check [to "Canines Unlimited"] or cash).

Please use separate registration form for each class or dog.

Click here to download registration form (54 KB). (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 3.0 or higher to view this file.)

Sign up now. Class registrations are on a first come, first served basis.

Full Course will cover:

• Standard obedience "commands" (come, sit, down, etc.)
• Canine Good Citizen testing available for all students
• Techniques for preventing/alleviating behaviors such as excessive barking, jumping on people, chewing, licking, fear of riding in cars, loud noises and more
• Numerous techniques for teaching dogs "loose leash" walking
• Positive, fun, motivational training techniques
• T Touch (for focus, relaxation, listening, balance, intelligent choices)
• Problem solving
• Healthy "treat" samples
• Introduction to Clicker training
• Practical exercises such as leaving other dogs and items alone, not jumping on people
• "Reading" dog language
• "Socialization", appropriate dog-to-dog and dog-to-people interaction
• Pet First Aid (optional)
• Your own training treat bag
• Course handouts
• Homework!
• . . . and more!

This is "low/no impact" work as there is no jumping, and obstacles are done at a walk. Certificate awarded upon completion of course.

Course description:

Full length course: Beginning puppy/dog obedience/learning class in basic (positive) training techniques to achieve a cooperative, healthy, happy, balanced dog, who will respond to basic cues, alone or around other people or dogs. Appropriate dog-to-dog meeting, interactive play and handler response is introduced. Whether your goals are for an enjoyable, well-behaved family pet, a working dog or agility or show, getting started on the right "paw" sets the stage for a lifetime of wonderful relationships and activities. This course gives the handler/owner the tools to achieve this end. Certification testing offered in CGC exercises, with certificates available upon successful completion of the test.

Variables:

Dogs and humans learn at different rates and in different ways. Because of our background in many types and styles of training, we are able to provide many different ways of approaching an issue, and personalize it as needed. Students should be prepared to practice at home with their dog. The five month completion time allows ample time to practice skills. Should any student want or need additional help beyond what is provided in class, they need only let us know.

Dog age:

• Canine age: 8 weeks and older
• Handler family members welcome (no additional charge.)
• Small children must have separate supervisory person, other than dog handler. They must be quiet and be able to do quiet activities (read, draw, etc.) during class.

Total classes:

Flexible, twelve hours of with-dog classes to be completed within five months. This flexible schedule accomodates the needs of many students for the days when they need to be out of town, or are unable to attend class for other reasons. Skip/miss a week or two (or more), without penalty or loosing time or money, as would be the case in the more well known, consecutive six week format (where if you miss a class and you can never totally make it up.)

See below for out flexible, six hour class format (three months to complete).

Dates and Times:

Group with-dog classes are held once a week, at the Dojo, on Fridays (except Holidays or as announced)
Level 1, 6:30 pm-7:00 pm (recall, attention, beginning obedience exercises)
Level 2-3, 7:15 pm-8:15 pm (obedience and other exercises)
Level 4, 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm (CGC practice)

Call us at 790-DOGS (3647) prior to attending to find out which section you and your dog should start in.

Advance at your own pace:

Because of the personalized, flexible nature of the training course, your dog may be able to enter at a higher level, or quickly move to higher levels if able to perform the skills. If needed, they can also remain at a skill level until achieving success at those skills, avoiding a situation of having to try skills they are not ready for, just because that is what the instructor has to cover that particular week. This builds a strong foundation of self-confidence, thoroughly deals with individual challenges and does not create confusion because the dog is not ready for advancement. Expect homework each week.

Indoor class location:

9447 LaPerouse (valley), Shotokan Karate Do Club Dojo, (see map below) just down the street from the City Wastewater Treatment plant, on Radcliffe. The (former) Craft Carousel was at the other end of the street. Layered dress recommended. Street shoes not allowed on Dojo floor. Extra socks available at class. See map below.

Professional Instructor:

Martha Fischbach, Approved Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Certified T Touch Practitioner and Certified Professional Groomer, Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice, holds numerous awards (including national), dog titles, state and local recognition, additional training in holistic methods (canine acupressure, aromatherapy, reflexology, massage, Healing Touch, homeopathics, flower essences, etc.) 25+ years experience, national conference invited presenter.

Cost:

Full Course Introductory offer (classes must be prepaid):
$45.00/month, per dog, for 4 months (or before the first, fourth, seventh and tenth class if attending every week without missing any classes), a $2.00 processing fee, plus applicable sales tax. One time equipment/supply fee of $18.75 (required) for equipment/treat bag, treats, and course materials.

If you prefer to pay for the full course at once (no monthly $2.00 processing fee), please contact the instructor.

Fees do not include sales tax. You MUST check the Sales Tax box for on-line registration. (Note--if registering on-line, be sure to check the sales tax box for correct total, unless you are tax exempt. If you are tax exempt, please be sure to provide your tax exempt number.)

Payment by cash, check (to "Canines Unlimited",) VISA or MASTER CARD. On-line registration accepts credit card payments only. Payment must accompany registration. Registrations will not be considered complete without payment.

Refund Policy:

Sorry… no refunds, credits or transfers. Classes are to be completed within five months from registration (full course).

Class Policies:

You and your dog will advance to higher levels upon passing skills for each level. Classes may be added, combined, canceled or changed, subject to enrollment. Because of the generous flexibility schedule, we cannot predict the number of students at any given session. Usually, about 10 dogs maximum participate at any given time. Be sure to arrive by class starting time to ensure your space. Proof of necessary immunization/titers/veterinary recommendation required. First come, first served. Classes to be completed within the five month time frame. Skip weeks for holidays or other reasons (such as instructor training) will be announced.

Vaccinations:

Proof of vaccination/titers/veterinary recommendation-should accompany registration form, or be presented at first class. Veterinarians may fax a copy to us at 790-3647.

Note: Due to significant (non-contagious) health conditions (severe arthritis, disk/bone degeneration, allergies, weakened/compromised immune systems, etc.), and numerous direct and ongoing veterinary recommendations, our (demo) dogs are no longer being annually vaccinated, and are on whole food diets, so that we may prolong the quality and life of these wonderful companions to the fullest. There may be students' dogs in class with similar circumstances. If you are uncomfortable with this in any way, you should either contact me or simply not take class.

For further information on the vaccination issue see these related links:

• http://www.asr-svcs.dircon.co.uk/wwwchc/dean.htm
• http://www.asr-svcs.dircon.co.uk/wwwchc/vac_toc.htm
• http://www.asr-svcs.dircon.co.uk/wwwchc/vaccine.htm
• http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/VACCINE1.HTM
• http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/VACREACT.HTM

Short Course (6 weeks):

Similar to the Full Course methods above, this course will focus on the basic "commands" (come, sit, down, stay, heel) attention and will give you techniques for dealing with behavior issues. It does NOT include the Canine Good Citizen preparation and test or teleconference classes, or personal assessment of your dog by the instructor.

Information from above on Registration, Variables, Dog Age, Instructor, Refund Policy, Dojo Location, Class Policies and Vaccinations applies.

Class meets on Fridays, 7:15pm-8:15pm. Start right away! Flexible attendance applies, you will have three months to complete this six hour course.

Cost is $55.00/month, per dog, for two months (or before the first and fourth class if attending every week without mssing a class-classes must be prepaid), a $2.00 processing fee, plus applicable sales tax. One time equipment/supply fee of $18.75 (required) for equipment/treat bag, treats, and course materials.

If you prefer to pay for the full course at once (no monthly $2.00 processing fee), please contact the instructor.

Fees do not include sales tax. You MUST check the Sales Tax box for on-line registration. (Note--if registering on-line, be sure to check the sales tax box for correct total, unless you are tax exempt. If you are tax exempt, please be sure to provide your tax exempt number.)

Single class:

For those with one particular issue to address. Please call us to arrange the time to attend. (790-3647)

Information from above on Methods, Registration, Variables, Dog Age, Instructor, Refund Policy, Dojo Location, Class Policies and Vaccinations applies.

Cost is $25.00, per dog, a $2.00 processing fee, plus applicable sales tax.

Fees do not include sales tax. You MUST check the Sales Tax box for on-line registration. (Note--if registering on-line, be sure to check the sales tax box for correct total, unless you are tax exempt. If you are tax exempt, please be sure to provide your tax exempt number.)