Class Policies
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PAYMENTS & REFUNDS
Your payment is a reservation for a spot in the class or drop-in. This allows me to limit the class size.. Refunds are allowed in the form of a credit toward a class/drop-in. I accept the following methods of payment:
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WHAT TO BRING
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LOCATONS/DIRECTIONS
GO DOG GO, 4 Scamman Street, Saco, Maine (next to Shaw's and Loyal Companion Pet Store) - Follow your GPS or Google directions. The facility is located in the same shopping center area as Shaw's.
DECLINES & REFERRALS
I reserve the right to decline entry to any dog who presents behavior(s) that may be disruptive, reactive, or that may be exacerbated by participation in a group setting. If such behavior(s) present during the class, I may find that it is in everyone's best interest for you to be excused. If so, you will be provided a refund.
PARKING
There is ample 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 near the parking areas.
MANAGING DOGS
Be mindful that dogs participating in such events may have “personal space” issues. It is your responsibility to manage your dog to minimize any problems. Please do not allow your dog to greet other dogs that you do not know.
ATTENDANCE
If you miss a scheduled class, make up classes are not offered. If your female dog missed a class due to estrus, credit will be given for a future class.
CANCELLATIONS
If class is cancelled due to the weather, I will notify students no later than 3 hours prior to the beginning of class. A make up class will be offered if a class is cancelled due to weather.
UNALTERED ANIMALS
I welcome all non-reactive, quiet dogs, whether they are altered or not. However, female dogs in their estrus cycle may not come to class/workshop (with the exception of breed handling classes). If your female begins her cycle during the course of the class, credit will be given to a future class, workshop or drop-in.
KEEPING IT FUN
I use positive based methods for training (I am not a coercive/aversive trainer). The methods I use 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/methods, including head harnesses, front-buckle harnesses, and flat collars. Prong collars, shock collars and ear pinching are not permitted in my 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 or titers.
Dogs older than16 weeks should have received a distemper/parvo vaccination (DHLPP) or have appropriate titer levels and a rabies vaccination. If your dog/pup has not received these vaccination(s) or titer, please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete this 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.
I use positive based methods for training (I am not a coercive/aversive trainer). The methods I use 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/methods, including head harnesses, front-buckle harnesses, and flat collars. Prong collars, shock collars and ear pinching are not permitted in my 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 or titers.
Dogs older than16 weeks should have received a distemper/parvo vaccination (DHLPP) or have appropriate titer levels and a rabies vaccination. If your dog/pup has not received these vaccination(s) or titer, please make an appointment with your veterinarian to complete this 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.