Course Descriptions

Puppy Kindergarten & Dog obedience - Start right away!*Now with C.L.A.S.S.!
Full Course -10 classes (8 Group + Two Private) with Quick Start personal orientation class (over 50% savings)
Short Course - 8 classes (6 Group + Two Private) with Quick Start personal orientation class (41% savings)
Extension Classes (4 weeks)
Doggone Fun (advanced beginner/intermediate level) NEW! With C.L.A.S.S.!
Private consultations
Fun Nose Work Classes

Also See:
Training Philosophy
Credentials

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN/BASIC OBEDIENCE

*Start right away! (See notes on "skip" weeks.)

Full Course-10 classes (8 Group classes + Two Private Classes, including Quick Start orientation)
A thorough introduction to the basics in control and cooperation, through positive motivation techniques. Flexible hours, multi-media, multi-level, advance-at-your-own-pace, Free Juneau Dog Wash included.

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

Testimonials
"I'm really happy with everything she has learned so far and I enjoy learning from you! ...going to your class has made life much easier. I have some friends who recently got a yellow lab pup and I highly recommended your class to them. It's really helpful to learn how to mentally connect with the dog and cooperate with them. I'm able to keep her healing at my side without a leash for miles! Thanks again!" - K.S., Juneau

Rating our classes as "Excellent", Sabrina Nelson said the greatest benefit of our training was "that the dog listens and obeys commands."

Registration

Five Easy Ways to Send Registration Form/Information:

Registration Form On-line
Phone: (907) 790-DOGS (3647)
Fax: (907) 789-WOOF (9663)
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 PROCESS

You are REQUIRED to complete the Private Quick Start registration/personal orientation lesson prior to attending group classes (get your handouts and materials, sign/complete any paperwork, check vaccination records, learn beginning TTouch, beginning exercises, get dog fitted for possible additional recommended equipment, etc.). You must schedule your Orientation prior to the Friday you want to start group class. We will contact you upon receiving your registration form, to set up this first lesson. This first lesson is at our shop, 4191 Taku Blvd. It is recommended that you also call us at 790-DOGS (3647) to advise us of your intention to start classes, to be sure we received your registration..

Registration is considered complete 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.

If you are unable to complete the Registration Form On-line, please click here to download PDF registration form (54 KB), complete and fax to us at 907-789-WOOF (9663). (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 3.0 or higher to view this file.)

Quick Start Personal Orientation: Jump start your training, by helping your dog be calm, relaxed and focused with TTouch, as well as starting beginning exercises and skills.

Free Juneau Dog Wash: A free half hour appointment for your dog at the do-it-yourself Juneau Dog Wash is included with each eight or and ten session course registration. Appointments available at our shop, during regular shop hours. Your free Juneau Dog Wash is available throughout the length of your course.

Second Private class is done at your convenience, at the end of your group of classes or by your course expiration date, to follow-up and recap your progress, draw up a plan of following action, and receive your certificate of completion.

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

Course Supplies include course handouts, resource information, helpful hints, clicker, variety of samples (food/treats) for "doggie taste testing" at home (get your dog's opinion on foods), and "pickup" baggy.	Course Equipment Your dog gains experience and confidence working with the great variety of equipment we use each week, including tunnels, labyrinths, weave poles, ramps, agility, cavaletti, vacuum cleaners, rally-o, and more.	Healthy Training Treats Variety of healthy training treat samples from the 60+ kinds of healthy treats we carry, are handed out/available at class each week	Bonus Bag of Equipment includes one canvas bag, 20 ft. long line, plush squeaky toy, latex squeaky toy (varies), soft training treats (approximately 250), dental chew.
One time fee of $24.75 applies at registration for course equipment and supplies.		Samples free at class	$32.95 (25% discounted*) or $12.95 for 20 ft. longline only (25% discounted*) *purchased at class signup/orientation

Full Course -10 classes (8 Group + 2 Private classes including Quick Start personal orientation class):

• Standard obedience "commands" (come, sit, down, etc.)
• Private first class and orientation, teaching techniques to give you skills to use as soon as you arrive at first group class
• Private class after completing group classes/or by expiration date, to follow-up on progress and design plan for future work and training, with certificate of completion of classes
• 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
• Notification via E-newsletter of "skip" weeks (must sign up separately for E-newsletter)
• Unlimited support/outside class help available upon request at no additional cost
• Positive, fun, motivational training techniques
• Experiential class providing new and different situations to practice and fine tune your skills
• T Touch (for focus, relaxation, listening, balance, intelligent choices by dog)
• C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills) excercises, from the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) program
• 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)
• Course handouts
• Homework!
• . . . and more!

This is "low/no impact" work as there is no jumping, and obstacles are done at a walk.

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, and provide a safe environment to work in.

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, ten classes (8 group classes plus two private classes) includingQuick Start personal orientation class to be completed within five months. This flexible schedule accommodates 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 our flexible, Short Course eight 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). Classes are 6:00-7:00pm. Additional sections added as called for to meet registration needs. Class sections may change so be sure to call us at 790-DOGS (3647) prior to attending to find out which section you and your dog will be 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.

Multi-disciplined Professional Instructor:

Martha Fischbach, a National Award Winning trainer, Certified T Touch Practitioner and Certified Professional Groomer, Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice, Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner-in-training, holds numerous awards, dog titles, state and local recognition, additional training in holistic methods (canine acupressure, aromatherapy, reflexology, massage, Healing Touch, homeopathics, flower essences, etc.) 30+ years experience, national conference presenter.

Cost:

Full Course (10 Group + two Private classes) -over 50% savings: A $407.00+ value for only $199.00 plus a one time equipment/supply fee of $24.75 (required). Additional optional Bonus Bag of Equipment is available at 25% discount, for $32.95 (see above picture) or 20 ft. longline only, for $12.95. Sales tax (5%) added if applicable. Register On-line

Payment by cash, check (to "Canines Unlimited",) VISA or MASTER CARD. 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 Quick Start Private orientation/registration (full course) or three months (short 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 flexible schedule, we cannot predict the number of students at any given session. 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 time frame specified at registration. Skip weeks for holidays or other reasons (such as instructor training) will be announced. Student expiration date will be extended one week for any skip week that falls within their course dates.

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 907-789-WOOF (9663).

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- 8 classes (6 Group + 2 Private classes including Quick Start personal orientation class):

Similar to the Full Course methods above, but in a shorter time frame. Exercises based on your requests at the beginning of each class. Addition assistance available as needed/requested.

Information from above (12 session course) on Registration Process, Free Dog Wash, TTouch instruction, Variables, Dog Age, Dates and Times, Instructor, Refund Policy, Dojo Location, Class Policies and Vaccinations applies. Call us at 790-DOGS (3647) prior to attending to find out which section you and your dog should start in.

Start right away! Flexible attendance applies, you will have three months to complete this eight session class.

Cost --8 classes (6 Group + 2 Private classes) -almost 42% savings: A $357.00+ value for only $149.00 plus a one time equipment/supply fee of $24.75 (required). Additional optional Bonus Bag of Equipment is available at 25% discount, for $32.95 (see above picture or 20 ft. longline only for $12.95). Sales tax (5%) added if applicable. Register On-line

Extension Classes (4 additional weeks):

For students desiring a few more weeks of classes beyond their regular classes, with continued instructor assistance and controlled group practice, at a reduced rate. Same flexible format as our standard 8 or 12 session classes, with two months to complete the four classes. You must register no later than the last class of your current session (or expiration date, whichever comes first.) Cost is $85.00 plus any applicable sales tax. Register On-line

Doggone Fun (advanced beginner/intermediate level)
Friday evenings, 7:15-8:15pm, Shotokan Karate Club Dojo
Four weeks, per session. See notes on "skip" weeks.
Introductory Cost: Save $20 $89.00 (preregister by 1 week prior to class start for discount) or
if registering later than one week prior to class start, $109.00

An Advanced Beginner/Intermediate level class, of fun activities, to include:

• Exercises to calm dog and focus attention
• Exercises to balance the handler
• Exercises from a variety of areas, all aimed at building confidence, cooperation and balance, including:
• Treibball (moving/herding large balls) (see Amercian Treibball Association)
• Toss Ball (forerunner to Flyball)
• Useful Tricks (picking up objects, closing doors, etc.)
• Fun Tricks (bow, sit up, roll over, etc.)
• Life Skills/Games (based on C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills) exercises, from APDT)
• Recognizing stress in your dog, and learning how to deal with the situation, to a positive outcome
• All may be used in conjunction with Clicker Training
• Dog puzzles and Nosework games
• Understanding the energetic connection between you and your dog
  

Benefits:

• Fun with your dog
• Socialization (people, dogs, places, things)
• Enrichment
• Physical and mental exercise
• Learn useful skills and tricks (allow handling and petting by another person, pick up objects, find objects, rollover, going to place, etc.)
• Dog learns to calm themselves, focus their attention
• Build reliability of standard exercises such as come, sit and stay
• Handler learns exercises to help dog settle, listen and follow cues
• Handler learns problem solving techniques to deal with their dog's stress, anxiety, confusion, lack of attention, or inability to function

Registation and Policies:

Registration Form On-line
Phone: (907) 790-DOGS (3647)
Fax: (907) 789-WOOF (9663)
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.)

If you are unable to complete the Registration Form On-line, please click here to download PDF registration form (54 KB), complete and fax to us at 907-789-WOOF (9663). (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 3.0 or higher to view this file.)

• Class payment needs to be received by us, to complete your registration, and hold your place in class. Class space is on a first come, first served basis, and receipt of both the registration information and payment are necessary to assure a space in class. We accept Visa, Mastercard, checks and cash. We can take payment in person at our shop (4191 Taku Blvd.) during regular shop hours (T&Th 1p-9p, Sa 9a-5p), or Credit Card information over the phone (call us at 907-790-3647), or by mail (can take a week or more to reach us). (We are not currently set up to take CC information via internet, nor by email.)
• Classes may be added, combined, canceled or changed, at any time. We notify via email.
• Sorry, no refunds, transfers or credits.
• Note this class is NOT based on flexible hours for attendance, as our Obedience classes are. It is based on the more common, four or six week, progressive class.
• This class is NOT suitable for dogs with aggression issues with other dogs or people (we can help you with that through private consultations).
• Proof of vaccination/titers/veterinary recommendation-should accompany registration form, or be presented at first class or earlier, in order to participate in class. Or fax a copy to us at 907-789-WOOF (9663) at least one day prior to starting class.
• Classes are at the Shotokan Karate Club Dojo, 9447 LaPerouse. See Map below.
• Sales tax is added to course fee, if applicable.
• Please include the DATES of the class you are registering for, in the comments section of the on-line registration form.
  

Who is this for?

• For puppies and dogs (12 weeks or older) with a working knowledge and performance of basic exercises (such as sit, down, come, stay, etc.).
• This course is designed for creating a place of safety for your dog, physically, mentally and emotionally. Activities are low to no impact, and are executed to help each dog use its body in a safe and healthful way to its full potential and perfection. Warm up, stretching, and balancing exercises are part of this. "Winning at any cost" is not a part of what we do, nor is this a competition type of class.
• Handler must be able to demonstrate basic control of dog. (e.g. dog is not dragging handler around, handler can get and maintain dog's attention during distractions, etc.)
  

Bring to class:

• Motivators (lots of them, both food [soft and easy to munch down quickly] and non-food)
• Clicker (we have them for sale if you lost yours)
• Rug/bed/mat for your dog to rest on
• Water & water bowl for your dog
• Longline (20' or longer) (we have them for sale if you lost yours)
• Other items as needed and discussed in class (target stick, ball, etc.)
• Depending on the level of advancement of the dogs, you may eventually need to bring a kennel or leave your dog in the car for some periods.

Fun Nose Work
Introduction to Nose Work-I (For Puppies/Dogs 4 months and older)

6 hours (4-1.5 hour calsses), Introductory offer $116 for your first class
(Regularly $129)
(plus any applicable sales tax)

Please call for next scheduled classes

At Shotokan Karate Do Club (map below).

Small, personalized classes, maximum of five (5) students.

Registration Form On-line

If you are unable to complete the Registration Form On-line, please click here to download PDF registration form (54 KB), complete and fax to us at 907-789-WOOF (9663). (You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader version 3.0 or higher to view this file.)

Description:
Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt. This class focuses on teaching you how to encourage and develop your dog’s natural scenting abilities by using their desire to hunt and their love of toys, food and exercise. It’s a great class for your dog to have fun, build confidence, and burn lots of mental and physical energy. Perfect for Juneau weather, this activity can be done at home, indoors, in a very small space, with a minimal amount of equipment, and can wear your dog out in minutes, so you can exercise your dog right at home, even in Juneau's inclement weather! And no obedience is necessary. Suitable for all breeds, sizes and abilities.

Who might benefit from this?

• People with limited time to exercise thier dog
• People with limited space to exercise their dog
• Dogs looking for something fun to do with their dog
• Dogs exhibiting distructive behavior from boredom or lack of exercise
• People looking for more focus and attention from their dog
• People wishing to enhance their dog's performance in other areas (obedience, agility, etc.)
• People wanting more cooperation from their dog
• Dogs and people looking for a more rewarding connection with their person/dog
  

Any dog can do it! All levels of training are welcome. There is plenty of room for advancement, if desired.

Dogs in class are worked one at a time while other dogs are resting in their crate or vehicle (if appropriate) until her/his turn. Waiting dogs must be comfortable and quiet in their crates/vehicles.

Class Requirements:
High value toys and/or treats, flat, buckle or martingale collar or traditional style harness, six foot leash, water and water bowl, pickup bags for dog relief walks between training sessions, and a hungry, motivated dog (don't feed or highly exercise your dog before class). Handlers should bring their own crate, if crating their dog inside, otherwise may leave their dog in their vehicle during their dog's rest periods. Proof of vaccination/titers/veterinary recommendation-should accompany registration form, or be presented at first class or fax a copy to us at 907-789-WOOF (9663). Street shoes not used on Dojo floor. Extra socks available at class.

Introduction to Nose Work-II (prerequisite is Intro. to Nose Work-I)

Continuation of Introduction to Nose Work-I. More advanced problem solving. Details to be announced.

Map to Dojo

Private Consultations :

Private consultations for obedience or specialized training and problem solving issues such as separation anxiety, nipping, barking/howling, digging, aggression, fear of loud noises, pulling on a leash, etc., are available. Call us at 907-790-DOGS (3647) for information and appointments. These consultations are held at our shop, 4191 Taku Blvd. Register On-line