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Classes fill quickly and generally the entry level classes are full 6-8 weeks in advance.
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Puppy Preschool

For puppies from 12 - 18 weeks.

Just the class you need to get your puppy started off on the right paw. Our puppy class offers "real world" training for situations you will encounter everyday with your new pup; what to do at the vet, when meeting a stranger, or another dog on leash. Other topics include housetraining, bite inhibition, jumping and more.

Basic behaviors of sit, down, stay and come are also taught. Lots of appropriate play time and exposure to new experiences will help your pup accept the unfamiliar world they live in.

Take advantage of this early period in your puppy’s life when they are the most pliable. This is a great start on the path to a well-socialized pup. Course handouts and clicker are included.

Don't wait! Take advantage of this time when your puppy is the most "plastic" -- when they are the most open to new experiences.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Rookie Rover

For dogs over 18 weeks of age who have had little or no prior formal obedience training.

Kindergarden for dogs, just what they need to get started on the path to a polished pooch. Basic behaviors of sit, down, stay, heeling, and recall are taught using the clicker. Attention exercises, focus, and controlling your dog without a leash will also be covered. A great class for those who want the basics and those who need a refresher. Agility obstacles used in class to reinforce behaviors learned and for socialization. Course handouts and clicker are included.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Cultured Canine

Pre-requisite Puppy Preschool or Rookie Rover.

Middle school for dogs that have the basics down and to continue their education toward becoming well-mannered companions. This class will build on the important foundation that you and your dog have established. Attention with more distraction and control of your dog will be the focus of the 6 weeks. Behaviors covered will include stand, back up, sit and down from a distance, park it, wait at the door and advanced leave it. In addition, we will focus on advanced shaping techniques that show the true power of clicker and operant conditioning. Complex behavior shaping exercises begin in week 1 and progress through week 6.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Polished Pooch

Pre-requisite Cultured Canine.

High school for your hound to round out that education in the big world. Finally some freedom! This class will be mostly conducted off leash in our facility. Reliability testing with very challenging distractions such as a cat, other dogs, bikes, rollerbladers etc will proof such skills as stay, leave it and come. This class will ensure attention and reliability with cues learned in previous classes. Included in the session are field trips to local parks to practice in the real world. week 1 and progress through week 6.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Canine Good Citizen

This course focuses on building the skills learned in the basic class as well as incorporating the requirements for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. The CGC program is designed to encourage responsible dog ownership and to certify dogs that have the training and disposition to be reliable well-behaved members of their families and communities. The CGC program welcomes both purebred and mixed-breed dogs. A few of the test items include Sitting Politely for Petting, Staying in Place, Reaction to distractions such as wheelchairs and canes and Supervised Separation.We will also work on perfecting your dog's recall and heeling without food or head halters.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks. Week 6 is the actual CGC test.

For more information on the CGC program please contact us or visit the AKC web site.

Rover Recess

This class offers an off-leash atmosphere combining attention skills with proper socialization. Classes will involve mostly play time with some skills on the side. Focus will be on greeting other dogs on and off leash, basic cues with lots of distractions, recall and lots of fun with toys.

Dogs with a history of guarding food or toys are not permitted. All dogs must have attended a Pawsitive Pet Solutions Puppy Preschool or Rover Rookie class. Dogs not currently enrolled but who have attended a PPS class must be re-evaluated by the instructor prior to being accepted into the class.

Sessions are 1 hour for 4 consecutive weeks.

Wallflower Class

Is your pup a wallflower when it comes to interacting other dogs? Does your dog tuck it's tail and avoid opportunities to say hello to new dog friends? Does your dog spook at unfamiliar objects or things that are out of place in your home? This class gives you safe opportunites for building your dog's confidence and learning calm and gentle greetings. Carefully monitored play time designed to build confidence with the use of tools such as agility jumps, tunnels and more.

This is an entry level class for dogs who would be overwhelmed by more boisterous dogs. Focus will be on incorporating the basics of attention, sit, watch, down, stay and come during the 6 week session while building confidence with new and unfamiliar objects, dogs and people.

There is no age limit on this class. Dogs will be accepted into this class after approval from the instructor. Limit 4 dogs per class.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Flyball Class

Does your dog love the tennis ball?
Does he want to play fetch all day?
Does he have a lot of energy?

Try flyball with your dog! This class is too much fun. We will teach your dog how to retreive the ball, fly over the hurdles and catch the ball from the flyball box and then return to you. What does your dog need to know? Fundamental cues like "Come" and "Stay" are required. Limit of six dogs per class.

As with any canine sport, you should make sure your dog is in good, sound health before participating.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Feisty Fido

This class is for dogs that bark and lunge at other dogs when out on a walk. We will combine attention and focus with behavior modification tools. Class includes a pre-class assessment, book and tools required for the class. Focus is on building quiet, non-reactive behavior while walking past other dogs. This is NOT a socialization class.

Dogs must be evaluated by the instructor prior to being accepted into this class. Maximum of 3 dogs per class.

Sessions are 1 hour for 6 consecutive weeks.

Private Training

Whether you want to focus on one or two problems areas or learn all the basics one on one with an instructor, private training is available. This training can be done in your home or at one of our facilities. It can also be in any other environment in which you have difficulty with your dog's behavior such as a park. Initial consultation is 1 1/2 hours and is $75. Additional visits are $60/hr. and are scheduled at your convenience.Prices effective 8/1/2006

Packages are available at reduced hourly rates when purchased up front.

Missed appointments - cancelling with less than 24 hours notice or not being home when your trainer arrives for your appointment -- will be charged a missed appointment fee. Missed appointment fees are based upon the type of service scheduled and distance your trainer traveled to get to the appointment.

Behavior Modification

For more serious issues such as aggression, separation anxiety, food or object protectiveness or any other unwanted serious behavior pattern, behavior modification programs are available. This is done in your home or at our facility, whichever environment is best depending on the issues to be addressed. Initial consultation is 1 1/2 hours and is $95. Additional visits are $80/hr. and are scheduled at your convenience.Prices effective 8/1/2006

**Please understand that the number of sessions necessary to address a behavior problem is affected by the individual dog, his/her environment, the existing relationship he has with the family and the goal. The vast majority of common behavior problems can show significant improvement within 5-7 sessions provided the management tools and behavior protocols are followed consistently and effectively.

In-home training and behavior modification services are in the following areas: Beavercreek, Bellbrook, Centerville, some areas of Dayton, Fairborn, Kettering, Miamisburg, Oakwood, Spring Valley, Springboro, Waynesville, West Carrollton, some areas of Xenia & Yellow Springs. Additional areas are considered on a case by case basis for an additional charge.

Class Descriptions

Puppy Preschool

Rookie Rover

Cultured Canine

Polished Pooch

Canine Good Citizen

Rover Recess

Wallflower Class

Flyball Class

Feisty Fido

Private Training

Behavior Modification

Vaccination Requirements for Classes

Humane Training for the Family Companion