Class Policies
WHAT TO BRING
- Flat buckle collar or martingale and a 6’ leash
- Obedience (highly encouraged): 10' - 15' long-line.
- Two cups of high-value, small, chewy treats and/or small toys (tug, etc) if your dog enjoys them.
LOCATONS/DIRECTIONS
You'll receive an email once you are registered. Location and directions will be provided in the email you receive from Anne.
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.
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.
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.
CANCELLATIONS
If class is cancelled due to the weather, I will notify students no later than 3 hours prior to the beginning of class.
UNALTERED ANIMALS
I welcome all non-reactive, quiet dogs, whether they are altered or not.
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.