Socially Savvy Canine - Starting Nov 17
Want a dog that can be appropriate in public? This is the class for you!
Available spots
Service Description
Our Socially Savvy Canine class will meet at various locations weekly so we can work around countless distractions. This class is designed to offer great opportunities for you to put your dog in “real-world” situations while remaining in a semi- controlled environment. Covered Skills: Mastering loose leash walking Managing & redirecting unwanted behaviors Safe socialization with people and other dogs Polite Meet & Greet interactions Impulse control in real-life situations Preventing bad habits like barking, jumping, and lunging Walking politely past distractions (people, dogs, children) Sit/Down/Stay commands with real-life distractions Reinforcement techniques (duration, distance, distractions) Settling down in public places like restaurants and cafés Field trips to practice skills in real-world environments Introduction to obstacle courses for fun and engagement Skill-building through games & exercises Mat work with distance, duration, and distractions Weekly handouts and homework for continued learning If you're goal is to have a socialized dog who can be well-behaved in any setting, then this class is right for you. Testing for AKC CGC and CGCA will be available for interested participants after the class is over.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
FML understands that things come up and plans change. We will happily issue a full refund for any services booked that haven't yet been attended. Partial refunds or credit will be issued if you decide the class isn't a good fit and you contact us directly after the FIRST class. We cannot issue a refund for services after class handouts have been emailed out, as these include our entire class curriculum. In this instance, a credit can be given for a future class.