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Loudoun County obedience classes...Click here for a class registration form DGOTC's Loudoun County class sessions are 6 weeks long unless otherwise stated. Fees: Obedience classes: $60. Agility: $70. Early Fall 2008 - Obedience Classes
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6:00 - 7:00 |
Puppy Class Puppies should be at least 3 months old. Emphasis on good manners and socialization with lots of fun activities. |
6:00 - 7:00 |
Novice/Open Competition Obedience For those going on with their training and interested in competition. Emphasis will be on proofing obedience skills for competition. |
7:00 - 8:00 |
Basic Obedience For puppies/dogs 6 months or older who have had little or no previous formal training other than a puppy class (puppy class is not a prerequisite.) This class is a great start to building a stronger relationship between dogs and handlers. Exercises taught include walk/heel on a loose lead, come, sit, stand, lie down, and stay. All exercises are performed in a group situation training dogs to work among people and other dogs. Prevention and solutions to common problems will be discussed. Positive reinforcement training methods encouraged. Instructors advise handlers on proper use of various types of collars. |
Wednesdays beginning August 13th
7:00 - 8:00 |
APDT Rally O Level 2 This Association of Pet Dog Trainers Rally Level 2 class is open to dogs that have completed the APDT Rally Level 1 class or the AKC Novice Rally class. Dogs must be able to perform the Level 1 (APDT) exercises or AKC Novice exercises and to work with a loose leash and some attention. Class is limited to eight dog and handler teams. |
Wednesdays beginnng August 20th. We will have class the week of Labor Day and have our last class on Wed, September 24th
6:00 -7:00 Nancy Liebhauser |
Obedience for Rally Class will focus on improving dog's attention to handler and handler cues, introduction to clicker training concepts, targeting, basics of heeling, fronts and finishes, stays with increased duration and distraction. Class will incorporate Rally signs to give students a taste of Rally and will provide students with the skills they need to succeed in a beginner Rally class. |
Continued Class Schedule:
Late fall session (Session 5) begins the first week of October for six weeks
Winter session 2009 (Session 1) begins the second week of January, 2009
These classes will be held indoors at our new location in Purcellville
Loudoun Class Registration Details...
Pre-register by downloading form from the
web and sending to
Ann Hereford
17130 Quail Creek Circle
Hamilton, Va. 20158
Classes will be limited to 10 and will be filled on a first-come basis. Classes fill quickly! Pre-registration is recommended!
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF THE CLASS IS FULL
Please note that handlers must be a minimum of 13 years old to attend our classes.
Any person pre-registering after the class is already full will be contacted prior to the start of class. Please arrive promptly at the training site prior to your class start time.
All pre-registration forms, current shot records, and a check for $60 must be received five days prior to the first class. After that date you can sign up for any unfilled classes the first night of class. Please arrive one half hour before the class to register for any spots that may be available.
Fees for Loudoun Obedience, 6 weeks...
Non-Members
Obedience - $60.00 for 6 weeks per dog/per class.
Rescue dog from a legitimate rescue organization - $30.00 for first class, subsequent classes $60 (documentation necessary)
Conformation - $60.00 for 6 weeks per handler. Each handler may work up to 3 dogs per class.
Members
Free to any current member.
Class cancellation policy...
If Loudoun County Schools are closed on the day of class due to a natural disaster (snow, etc.) then DGOTC will cancel the Loudoun classes on that particular day. Spring and summer classes are outdoors. You may call Maureen Taylor at (703) 327-6815 to find out the weather report for the Banshee Reeks Park area as Maureen lives near the park. If the weather is good at Banshee Reeks, class will be held. Any cancelled classes will be made up the following week, and up to 2 additional classes will be added, if necessary.
QUESTIONS? (Loudoun classes only)
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Obedience classes: |
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Obedience or Conformation Handling: |
Ann
Hereford |
Agility |