Introduction Classes

These classes are for new members after they have attended the Induction Session.

Below are just some of the behaviours you will learn to teach to your dog –

• Bridging and Look / Watch.
• Handling – Teaching your dog to accept their paws, face/mouth, tail/genitals, tummy etc. being touched. A useful way to desensitise dogs so they can relax and co-operate when visiting the Vet or Groomer.
• Loose Leash Walking.
• Hand targeting.
• Polite greetings.
• Wait to be fed.
• Drop / Sit.

You will also learn about other concepts, such as –

• Resource Guarding and how to manage it.
• Hand targeting your dog onto their mat, or “safe place”.
• Dog and Human body language – how to utilise these as training tools.
• How, when, why, and how often to reinforce your dog when training.
• Massage, relaxation, calm socialisation with dogs and humans.
• Fading the lure.

After a four-week training cycle in Introduction Class, you will graduate to Class 1, unless your Instructor thinks your dog would benefit from a little more time spent in Introduction Class.