Is there interest in participating in a dog trick class?

[DestinDeb]

Hi. I'm Deb and I'm new here. I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and I am wondering if there would be any interest here in a dog trick/game class.
At this point I am just gauging what the interest in something like this would be.

 

[Emerald Shores]

Where would the training be held, I have two poodles and I would love to give it a try depending on the cost. Dawn Burton dawnfburton@gmail.com

 

[DestinDeb]

For now the training would be held at my home in Santa Rosa Beach. I would like to cover topics such as how dogs learn, how to be seen as a "leader" to your dog, bonding and building confidence with your dog through fun games and tricks. My method is a positive, reward based program with emphasis on learning the importance of timing and consistency and sharing mutual enjoyable companionship with your dog.

 

[DestinDeb]

Oh, can someone please tell me how to change my user name. (how did I get to be beach name?):

 

[ljkeller71]

Hi! I am new to the area as well and would be interested in this type of class. Could you send me the details on when you were thinking? I have a Shepard mix with minimal training, would you require the dogs to be well trained to join?
Thanks!

 

[DestinDeb]

Hi. It would depend on what time of the day would work for everyone. We could get together on Tuesday or Thursday mornings or evenings. If you're interested let me know what works best for you. as long as your dog doesn't have any aggression issues he's welcome in the class. Thanks. Deb

 

[BeachRob]

I think that is awesome! I stopped training mine new tricks. But, she is really good with her old ones. Great mental exercise. I see a lot of neurotic dogs (in all communities) that could benefit from some directed play and tricks. When mine gets a little antsy, I just go through the routine, let her have a run in the yard, etc. Love having that ability.

 

[golden]

I'm interested as well have 3 goldens

 

[DestinDeb]

Hi. It looks like there is interest in a dog trick/game class. Please private message me here and let me know if you would be able to get together once per week for 4 weeks beginning March 5th at my home in SRB. Let me know if you can make a Tuesday at 10:00 am class. If most people can't make it then we can switch it to Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. The cost would be $40.00. You will have to bring small treats in a pouch, a 6 ft leash (no retractables), and a towel.
Teaching your dogs tricks and engaging them in mentally stimulating games is so beneficial to your dog. I'm looking forward to hearing from you all. Deb

 

[DestinDeb]

Would you like to teach your dog to "high five", "roll over", "spin and turn","sit pretty" and more fun tricks. Fun for you, confidence for your dog, and bonding for you both. Send me a private message to sign up for my "Dogs just wanna have fun" tricks and games class in SRB. Just $40 for 4 weeks. - Deb