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At Direction for Dogs, LLC, the goal is for dog training to be both educational and fun, while learning practical skills that you can apply in the real world. These sessions are time-efficient, affordable, and offered in small class sizes so you can receive personalized attention in a supportive environment. Our diverse classes were created to keep training engaging and to promote lifelong learning. When dogs learn more than just the basics, their lives become enriched, and their bond and communication with you grow stronger. The result? You will have a happy and well-behaved family pet. For a quick glance at our class schedule, simply scroll down to view our monthly calendars at the bottom of this page.
HOW TO REGISTER - If you already have a registration form and vaccine records on file with us, then simply email us at info@directionfordogs.com to let us know what classes you want to take. If you are a new client, then please register at www.DirectionForDogs.com/register
Beginner Obedience - FULL
Beginner Obedience - FULL
Course Description: This course focuses on fundamental commands that every dog should know such as Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Leave It, etc. You will also learn how to give commands with hand signals and train your dog to respond to commands at your side in the control/heel position. You will practice polite greetings and loose leash walking and gain tips to have your dog's focus and attention on you. All of this will improve manners, reduce behaviors, and strengthen your bond so you will have a well-rounded dog that knows how to communicate with you.
Location: Dawg Day Afternoon, 1571 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343
OCTOBER:
A Dates: Oct. 27 to Dec. 15 (skip 11/24 and 12/8) on Mondays from 6:45-7:35 p.m. (6 sessions)
Ages: 6 months & older
Class Size: 2-4 dogs FULL (0 spots open)
Cost: $195
OCTOBER:
B Dates: Oct. 28 to Dec. 9 (skip 11/25) on Tuesdays from 6:45-7:35 p.m. (6 sessions)
Ages: 6 months & older
Class Size: 2-4 dogs FULL (0 spots open)
Cost: $195
OCTOBER:
C Dates: Oct. 29 to Dec. 17 (skip 11/5 and 11/26) on Wednesdays from 6:45-7:35 p.m. (6 sessions)
Ages: 6 months & older
Class Size: 2-4 dogs (0 spots open)
Cost: $195
Intermediate Obedience - FULL
Intermediate Obedience - FULL
Course Description: Once your dog has been consistently and quickly obeying basic commands, then it is time to challenge them to take their skills to the next level. Our Intermediate Obedience course is designed to solidify and strengthen existing commands that they already know such as Come, Stay, and Leave It. Your dog will learn how to obey commands at a distance and hold commands for longer durations until released, all while ignoring distractions.
Location: Dawg Day Afternoon, 1571 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343
OCTOBER:
Dates: Oct. 30 to Dec. 11 (skip 11/27) on Thursdays from 6:45-7:35 p.m. (6 sessions)
Prerequisite: Completion of Beginner Obedience or equivalent experience
Ages: 6 months & older
Class Size: 2-4 dogs FULL (0 spots open)
Cost: $195
Reactive to Relaxed
Reactive to Relaxed
Course Description: If your dog barks, lunges, or growls around triggers such as strangers or other animals, then this specialized course is designed to help you navigate through these challenging situations and to help your dog change their emotional response by replacing reactivity with calmness. You will be taught how to read dog body language and evaluate thresholds. You will also be given tips on how to enhance your dog’s focus on you to avoid distractions. Lastly, you will practice increasing the strength of your communication with your dog so you will feel confident and equipped to handle challenging situations calmly and effectively.
Location: Dawg Day Afternoon, 1571 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343
NOVEMBER:
Dates: Nov. 12 to Dec. 10 (skip 11/26) on Wednesdays from 7:45-8:35 p.m. (4 sessions)
Ages: 6 months & older
Class Size: 2-4 dogs (4 spots open)
Cost: $135
Enrichment Sampler
Enrichment Sampler
Course Description: Do dark evenings and chilly weather have your dog bored indoors? If so, then enroll in our Enrichment Sampler course, and explore new interests together. Each of the four classes will be geared towards a certain topic:
Agility body movements with obstacles and tunnels
Scent work finding hidden treats with their noses
Tricks like high-five and wave
Games like doggy versions of leap frog and musical chairs
Most activities will be done individually at different stations around the room so they can be customized to the needs and abilities of each dog. This course is fun way to practice your training skills, bond with your pet, decrease unwanted behaviors, and increase smiles and laughter. Get ready for a training experience that's equal parts entertaining and enriching!
Location: Dawg Day Afternoon, 1571 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343
NOVEMBER:
Dates: Nov. 13 to Dec. 11 (skip 11/27) on Thursdays from 7:45-8:35 p.m. (4 sessions)
Ages: All Ages
Class Size: 2-4 dogs (4 spots open)
Cost: $135
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