march 2024 Class schedule
ENROLLMENT is OPEN FOR ALL CLASSES
Class scheduling is posted below and kept current. When a class interests you, remember that enrollment is limited and spots may not be available for long. In the event you miss out on a class, keep watching for future classes to schedule and ask enrollment secretary to place you on the wait list.
IMPORTANT!!!! PLEASE READ:
Class Reservations and Other Important Information: click here for HOW TO ENROLL FOR A CLASS If the class you want is full, you may be put on the waiting list when/if the class is offered again. Follow this link to the Trainers/Instructor page. No walk-ins. When classes are in session, we encourage you to visit our training facility and observe a class. Please contact the instructor directly to arrange the best date for a class observation. Enrollment process must be completed 3 days prior to class starts. Refunds are available only until 3 days prior to the class start. NO class make-ups!!! Make sure you can commit to attending classes. CLOSED-TOE SHOES/SANDALS REQUIRED FOR ANYONE-including observers ON K-9 PROPERTY. CLASS CANCELLATIONS Class schedules are subject to change if bad weather occurs. Students are responsible to know how and when their instructor notifies if a cancellation is made, and ALWAYS check when a bad weather forecast or bad conditions arise before coming to class at K-9. SPRING 2024 CLASSES MONDAY BEGINNER RALLY CLASS IS FULL! CONTACT ENROLLMENT SECRETARY TO BE ON WAIT LIST. (7 weeks) Monday evenings 6:30-7:30 PM Rings B&C (Prerequisite: “Advanced Puppy I or higher class) link to description Instructor Samantha Giacalone Begins 3/18/24 and ends 4/29/24 Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). 8 dogs max CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PREP (7 weeks + test) Monday evenings 6:00-7:30PM (Prerequisite: Advanced Puppy II) Begins 3/18/24 and ends 4/29/24 (TEST date TBA) link to description Instructor Alaina George. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). 8 dogs max TUESDAY CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PREP (7 weeks + test) Monday evenings 6:00-7:30PM (Prerequisite: Advanced Puppy II) Begins 3/18/24 and ends 4/29/24 (TEST date TBA) link to description Instructor Alaina George. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). 8 dogs max Foundation Agility Dogs (over 1 yr. old and no agility training) (7 weeks) Tuesday evenings 6:00-7:00 PM. link to description Instructor Ben Bond. Begins 3/19/24 ends 4/30/24. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). ADVANCED PUPPY I CLASS IS FULL! CONTACT ENROLLMENT SECRETARY TO BE ON WAIT LIST. (7 weeks) Tuesday evenings 7:15-8:15 PM Ring A. Begins 3/12/24 and ends 4/23/24 link to description Instructor Ben Bond. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). WEDNESDAY RALLY ADVANCED (7 weeks) Wednesday mornings 9:30-10:30 AM Ring A (Prerequisites: “Beginner Rally" or “Advanced Obedience & Rally Skills” classes) link to description Instructor Sheila Garbecki Begins 3/13/24 and ends 4/24/24. Cost of class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration.) 6 teams max S.T.A.R. Puppy CLASS IS FULL! CONTACT ENROLLMENT SECRETARY TO BE ON WAIT LIST. (7 weeks) Wednesday evenings 6:00-7:00 PM Ring A link to description Instructor Samantha Giacalone Begins 3/20/24 and ends 5/1/24 Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). RALLY ADVANCED (7 weeks) Wednesday evenings 7:15-8:15 PM Ring A (Prerequisites: “Beginner Rally” & "Advanced Obedience & Rally Skills” classes) link to description Instructor Samantha Giacalone Begins 3/20/24 and ends 5/1/24 Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration). CONFORMATION DROP-IN'S Wednesday evenings 7:15-8:15 PM Rings B & C Becca Grinsell |
THURSDAY
OBEDIENCE and RALLY SKILLS (7 weeks) Thursday mornings 10:00-11:00 AM link to description Instructor Erika Wilson Begins 3/21/24 and ends 5/8/24. Cost of class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration.) CONTINUING NOSEWORK (7 weeks) Thursday evenings 6:00-7:00 PM. (Most classes off campus) link to description Instructor Fran Gorman. Begins 3/21/24 and ends 5/1/24. Cost of class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration.) SATURDAY FAMILY DOG (7 weeks) Saturday mornings 10:00 -11:00 AM Ring A link to description Instructor Juli Wilkison. Begins 3/16/24 and ends 4/27/24. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) FAMILY DOG (7 weeks) Saturday mornings 11:30 -12:30 PM Ring A link to description Instructor Juli Wilkison. Begins 3/16/24 and ends 4/27/24. Cost for class is $160 ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) INTRODUCTION TO NOSEWORK (7 weeks) Saturday afternoons 12:00 -1:00 PM link to description Instructor Erika Wilson. Begins 3/16/24 and ends 5/18/24 (no class 4/20 & 5/4). Cost for class is $160. ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) S.T.A.R. Puppy (7 weeks) Saturday afternoons 1:00 -2:00 PM Ring A link to description Instructor Juli Wilkison. Begins 3/16/24 and ends 4/27/24. Cost for class is $160. ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) FOUNDATIONS for NOVICE OBEDIENCE (7 weeks) Saturday afternoons 2:00-3:00 PM link to description Instructor Deb Hardman. Begins 3/23/24 and ends 5/4/24. Cost for class is $160. ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) SUNDAY INTRODUCTION TO ODOR I (7 weeks) Sundays 10:00 AM OFF CAMPUS. link to description Instructor Erika Wilson Begins 4/7/24 and ends 6/2/24 (no class on 4/28, 5/5) Cost for class is $160. ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) INTRODUCTION TO ODOR II (7 weeks) Sundays 11:30 AM OFF CAMPUS. link to description Instructor Erika Wilson Begins 4/7/24 and ends 6/2/24 (no class on 4/28, 5/5). Cost for class is $160. ($140 with $20 discount for early registration) *************************** CGC TEST(CANINE GOOD CITIZEN) & TRICK TEST K-9 schedules the CGC & Trick testing periodically during the year. Check "Show N Go" page for the next testing date. The CGC test costs $20 per dog, CASH Only. (See SHOW-N-GO page) Equipment not permitted per AKC: Non-pulling devices such as head halters, harnesses with leash clipped to dog's chest area, and prong collars. Leash should be made from leather or nylon. Retractable leashes are not permitted. Not sure if your dog is ready? Review the CGC 10 Test Items: https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/take-the-test/ *CONFORMATION "DROP-IN" CLASS* Practice conformation handling, presentation, and get experience in a ring setting! All ages and purebred breeds welcome. Handlers need to bring high value treats, show leads, water for their dog, and wear comfortable running shoes. ___________________________________________________Here are some book recommendations and resources to help with behavior issues for both puppy and dog owners: New Puppy owners – Books to get: Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do it By Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson Life Skills for Puppies by Zuich & Mills; Perfect Puppy in 7 Days by Dr. Sophia Yin, D.V.M. and Animal Behaviorist. Dr. Yin’s web site is filled with lots of free training articles and video clips. https://drsophiayin.com/resources/dog_behavior/ Dog Owners - Book: How To Behave So Your Dog Behaves by Dr. Sophia Yin, D.V.M. This book teaches how dogs learn and how owner’s reactions direct both wanted and unwanted behaviors. Follow this link to the Trainers/Instructor page. |
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K-9 Obedience Club Of Jacksonville
2638 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207
K-9 Obedience Club Of Jacksonville
2638 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207