FREE Group Dog Training
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All boarders and day care clients are welcome to participate in FREE group training classes at the Pampered Pooch Motel or any of the other venues throughout Perth.
The classes have been designed by Qualified Animal Behaviouralist, Dr Garth Jennens, who has around 40 years of industry experience. Classes are run by experienced dog trainers. |
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If your dog is good with other dogs.
(when in doubt your dog will need to be assessed first) Lesson 1 - Introduction, gaining the dogs attention, sit and come, walking on a lead, handling exercises, socialisation, problem behaviours (mouthing, jumping).
Lesson 2 - Recap on week one, sit from front and side, turning left and right, sit and stay, stop pulling on a lead, socialisation, problem behaviours (chewing and digging). Lesson 3 - Recap on week two, sit at a distance, stay when standing, send to a location, socialisation preventing dominance. Lesson 4 - Stay at a distance, handling exercises, walking a dog on the right side, drop, revision of all exercises, a discussion of any problems at home and presentation of certificates. |
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If your dog is not good with other dogs.
Separate socialisation classes are available. |
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Puppies and adult dogs:
1. Toilet training
2. Crying at night 3. Mouthing and nipping 4. Chewing 5. Gaining the pup’s attention 6. Teaching the pup to sit 7. Teaching the pup to come 8. Teaching the pup to stay 9. Teaching the pup to go to its bed 10. Teaching the pup to walk on a lead 11. Puppy handling 12. Attention seeking 13. Separation anxiety 14. Preventing dominance |
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Conditions of Training
Proof of current vaccination must be produced prior to entering the first class. No bitches in season are to participate in training or be brought to the ground. Handlers must wear suitable footwear (e.g. sneakers), and a hat is recommended on warm days. Another adult must supervise young children who are observing. |
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It is recommended that handlers have a one-metre cotton, nylon or leather leash and an adjustable collar (where appropriate head collars or slip collars may be used).
The handler must provide a bowl and water, and it is recommended that the dog should not be fed within two hours of the start of a lesson. Dogs should be kept away from other dogs that are drinking.
The class co-ordinator reserves the right to refuse entry into the class any dog with a behavioural or medical problem that would restrict its participation in the class or handler who is unable to comply with the conditions of training, or presents a risk to themselves or others.
The handler must pick up any dog droppings and provide an appropriate bag for this purpose.
Training will take place wet or fine, unless advised by the Instructor.
To assist with administrative matters please arrive 10–15 minutes before the class starting time on the first day of training.
It is acknowledged that attendance at a training class, may involve risk to the handler their dog or others who may also attend. It is the responsibility of the handler to control their dogs when near other dogs before and after class.
This service does not include free individual training or advise. If you wish to make an appointment to discuss your dog at length or arrange an in home consultation this will be under normal commercial terms made directly with Dr Jennens.
The handler must provide a bowl and water, and it is recommended that the dog should not be fed within two hours of the start of a lesson. Dogs should be kept away from other dogs that are drinking.
The class co-ordinator reserves the right to refuse entry into the class any dog with a behavioural or medical problem that would restrict its participation in the class or handler who is unable to comply with the conditions of training, or presents a risk to themselves or others.
The handler must pick up any dog droppings and provide an appropriate bag for this purpose.
Training will take place wet or fine, unless advised by the Instructor.
To assist with administrative matters please arrive 10–15 minutes before the class starting time on the first day of training.
It is acknowledged that attendance at a training class, may involve risk to the handler their dog or others who may also attend. It is the responsibility of the handler to control their dogs when near other dogs before and after class.
This service does not include free individual training or advise. If you wish to make an appointment to discuss your dog at length or arrange an in home consultation this will be under normal commercial terms made directly with Dr Jennens.