Birchmount Veterinary Clinic is proud to present Dog Training Classes in partnership with
To register for a class, please download this form and email it back to us, or you can call us at 416-752-6048 for more information.
To find out what to bring, click here.
A Word About Positive-Based Training
Just as people learn best from being told they are doing something correctly (as opposed to only being told what they are doing wrong which will eventually result in confusion and/or frustration)dogs learn best, and retain information/feedback better, thereby forming GOOD behavior/habits by being rewarded for making correct choices and performing desired behaviors instead of simply learning to avoid corrections through compulsion training. Forming a relationship with your dog based on trust, not on avoidance of corrections and fear, will withstand the test of time and in the
end result in a much more confident and well behaved companion.
Courses
Basic Manners (Beginners)
This class is aimed at puppies and dogs over 16 weeks. We cover all the basics you need for a happy family pet and promise an enjoyable night out. This class will help you to build great communication skills with your dog. Using positive reinforcement you will learn the basics such as loose leash walking, impulse control, recalls, sit, down and stand. Let us show you how to be a good “leader”without conflict. Clickers are provided, but are not mandatory.
Duration: 6 weeks
Skills for the Real World (Intermediate)
We’re taking it to the next level! Pre-requisite Basic Manners. Continue to educate, polish your skills and add new ones. This class will fine tune your basic behaviours by building communication to ensure you and your dog have a healthy, positive relationship.Generalize your behaviours for the real world. Adding distractions, proofing recalls, sit, down and stays, loose leash walking, boundary control.
Duration: 6 weeks
Radical Recall
The recall is arguably the most important command your dog can learn. While offl eash, your SuperDog must come when you call. All the time. This course will teach you various methods to teach your dog to turn on a dime and consistently return safely back no matter what distractions are present.
Duration: 6 weeks
Clown College (Tricks)
A great class to continue to build your SuperDog’s vocabulary, attention and confidence, not to mention a fun way to impress friends and visitors! Tricks taught include: spin, wave, crawl, roll over, bow, chin, weave walk, high five, back-up, twist, paw, play dead and more.
Duration: 4 weeks.
Training Cancellation Policy
Once you have enrolled in your course, we reserve that space for you and your dog. Once you have that space reserved, we will not be able to give it to anyone else. If you have to drop out of class we have a no refund policy if cancellation is less than seven days before the start of the first class. In case of a dog illness, please send a vet note and we can enroll you and your dog in another session of classes.
If your dog is ill on a class day, please come to the school without your dog, to watch the lesson. This will enable you to continue with the lessons at home during the week.
If you do miss a class, please come to the lesson a few minutes early the following week. We will do our best to give you a catch up lesson.
Course Schedule
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COURSE |
START DATE | TIME | AVAILABILITY |
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Skills for the Real World
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March 20 |
6-7 pm |
YES |
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Basic Manners
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March 20 | 7-8 pm |
YES |
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Basic Manners
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March 20 | 8-9 pm |
YES |