Class Policies & Information
Thank you for registering for a class!
- If you have not paid in advance, your spot in class is not guaranteed. If you still need to pay, read the payment methods below.
CDC recommendations that we take seriously:
- All students must wear masks and stay at least 6 feet apart; their dogs should not interact.
- All students must bring their own hand sanitizer, water bowls, water, and treats
- Please do not arrive earlier than 10 minutes prior to the beginning of your class; remain in the parking lot area until the previous class has gotten into their vehicles.
- If your class meets outside, please bring your own chair if you need one.
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PAYMENTS and REFUNDS
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WHAT TO BRING to CLASS
Note: If you are attending a breed handling class, please bring appropriate lead, collar and bait/toys, etc. I will have a table if you need one. |
LOCATONS/DIRECTIONS
PARKING
There is ample onsite parking convenient to the building.
CLEAN UP
Please clean up after your dog as necessary throughout the property and facility. Do not let male dogs urinate or mark on the buildings, fences, etc. You may potty your dog on the grassy areas closest to the building.
MANAGING DOGS
Be mindful that dogs participating in such events may have “personal space” issues. Be sure to manage your dog to minimize any problems. Please do not allow your dog to greet other dogs that you do not know.
ATTENDANCE
Make up classes are not offered. If your female dog missed a class due to estrus, credit will be given for a future class.
UNALTERED ANIMALS
I welcome all friendly dogs, whether they are altered or not. However, female dogs in their estrus cycle may not come to class/workshop (with the exception of conformation handling classes). If your female begins her cycle during the course of the class, credit will be given to a future class or workshop.
- GO DOG GO, 4 Scammon Street, Saco, Maine (next to Shaw's) - Follow your GPS or Google directions. The facility is located in the same shopping center area as Shaw's. It is conveniently located next to Loyal Companion pet store.
- POETICGOLD Farm, 7 Trillium Lane, Falmouth, Maine. - Follow your GPS or Google directions. Once you've turned onto Ladyslipper Lane, take the next left onto Trillium Lane. Follow Trillium to the end - it turns into a long gravel driveway- and you will find the facility in the red barn. Please do not enter the fenced area, as it is not a play or elimination area for dogs.
PARKING
There is ample onsite parking convenient to the building.
CLEAN UP
Please clean up after your dog as necessary throughout the property and facility. Do not let male dogs urinate or mark on the buildings, fences, etc. You may potty your dog on the grassy areas closest to the building.
MANAGING DOGS
Be mindful that dogs participating in such events may have “personal space” issues. Be sure to manage your dog to minimize any problems. Please do not allow your dog to greet other dogs that you do not know.
ATTENDANCE
Make up classes are not offered. If your female dog missed a class due to estrus, credit will be given for a future class.
UNALTERED ANIMALS
I welcome all friendly dogs, whether they are altered or not. However, female dogs in their estrus cycle may not come to class/workshop (with the exception of conformation handling classes). If your female begins her cycle during the course of the class, credit will be given to a future class or workshop.
CANCELLATIONS
If class/workshop is cancelled due to the weather, I will notify students no later than 3 hours prior to the beginning of class or workshop. A make up class will be offered if a class is cancelled due to weather.
If class/workshop is cancelled due to the weather, I will notify students no later than 3 hours prior to the beginning of class or workshop. A make up class will be offered if a class is cancelled due to weather.
KEEPING IT POSITIVE
I use positive-reinforcement based methods for training. These methods are based on the latest science of animal learning and behavior and have the added benefit of being the most effective, most humane and most fun way to train! I encourage students to use humane walking and training equipment and methods, including head harnesses, front-buckle harnesses, and flat collars. Prong collars, shock collars and ear pinching are not permitted in classes/workshops.
VACCINATIONS
Your dog should be vaccinated prior to coming to classes. I assume your due diligence in protecting other dogs as well as your own with the age-appropriate vaccinations.
Dogs older than16 weeks should have received a distemper/parvo vaccination (DHLPP) as well as a rabies vaccination. If your dog has not received these vaccination(s), please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete the required vaccination(s) prior to coming to classes.
Puppies younger than16 weeks should have received, at the very minimum, the first of the two required boosters for DHLPP. If your pup has not received at least one of these boosters, please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete the required vaccinations prior to coming to class.
DECLINES & REFERRALS
We reserve the right to decline entry to any dog who presents behavior issues that may be disruptive, reactive, or that may be exacerbated by participation in a group setting. If behavior issues are discovered during the class and we feel that it is in everyone's best interest for you to seek a private trainer, you will be provided with a qualified trainer referral and a refund.
I use positive-reinforcement based methods for training. These methods are based on the latest science of animal learning and behavior and have the added benefit of being the most effective, most humane and most fun way to train! I encourage students to use humane walking and training equipment and methods, including head harnesses, front-buckle harnesses, and flat collars. Prong collars, shock collars and ear pinching are not permitted in classes/workshops.
VACCINATIONS
Your dog should be vaccinated prior to coming to classes. I assume your due diligence in protecting other dogs as well as your own with the age-appropriate vaccinations.
Dogs older than16 weeks should have received a distemper/parvo vaccination (DHLPP) as well as a rabies vaccination. If your dog has not received these vaccination(s), please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete the required vaccination(s) prior to coming to classes.
Puppies younger than16 weeks should have received, at the very minimum, the first of the two required boosters for DHLPP. If your pup has not received at least one of these boosters, please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete the required vaccinations prior to coming to class.
DECLINES & REFERRALS
We reserve the right to decline entry to any dog who presents behavior issues that may be disruptive, reactive, or that may be exacerbated by participation in a group setting. If behavior issues are discovered during the class and we feel that it is in everyone's best interest for you to seek a private trainer, you will be provided with a qualified trainer referral and a refund.