Click Here for Information on my upcoming March Classes for Puppies, the Family Dog, and for preparing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test!
And… check out this cute little video of our last Family Dog Class Graduation:
February Graduation Fun
If you’ve had a desire to give back to others and you think you and your dog would be a good team to visit people in a hospital or nursing home or have children read a book to your dog… Now you can take the first step by signing up for my AKC Canine Good Citizen class.
Even if you don’t want to be a Therapy Dog Team, obtaining a CGC certificate can open up other new opportunities for you and your dog. CGC is also now an AKC Title. AKC has also expanded the CGC certificate to include an additional 2 advanced tests: the Community Canine (aka CGC-Advanced) and the CGC Urban.
As the we get closer to Spring, be on the lookout for additional classes to be posted.
Looking forward to seeing you and your pups soon. In the meantime, remember to dream about unleashing your dog’s pawsibilities!
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April Dog Training Class Information
Thank you for all your patience, during this extended break from our regular class schedules.
I am excited to announce I NOW have a NEW indoor location to offer Classes for you and your fur pal(s).
Both Puppy and Family Dog Training classes will begin: Monday, April 13th and will meet twice weekly on Mondays & Thursdays for a total of 6 classes. Each class lasts approximately 1 hour (Puppy class is an additional 15 minutes longer to allow for “puppy play time”).
Class Dates:
- Class #1: Monday, April 13th, 2015
- Class #2: Thursday, April 16th, 2015
- Class #3: Monday, April 20th, 2015
- Class #4: Thursday, April 23rd, 2015
- Class #5: Monday, April 27th, 2015
- GRADUATION! , April 30th, 2015
Class Times:
5:30-6:45 p.m. Puppy (Ages 10 weeks – approximately 4-5 months old)
7:00-8:00 p.m. Family (Ages approximately 5-6 months and older)
Vaccinations Requested:
Puppies: DHLP-Parvo – at least first 2 sets, & Bordetella
Dogs 6 mos & older: DHLP-Parvo, Rabies & Bordetella
!!!NEW!!! Class Location: FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2315 Placer St., Redding
(We strongly suggest before classes begin you familiarize yourself with the location & the entrance as it can be tricky at night)
Click Here to Register & Pay Online… BUT be sure to download the complete registration packet too!
| Class Fee: $100.00 *Discounts available for: more than one dog in the family when both take the class together with two handlers; OR those who are repeating the class to brush up on skills. |
Please remember to mail a COPY OF YOUR VACCINATION RECORDS with your registration form and payment to: Attn: Kathy Dunn, K9 Kelts Dog Training P.O. BOX 494694, REDDING, CA 96049-4694 THANK YOU!
For more information please call Kathy Dunn at 356-8286. I am so looking forward to beginning classes again and having you and your dog have an opportunity to experience both fun and training.
Metaphors Matter: What Are Your Metaphors?
This article mainly applies to horse training, however, it is equally applicable to dog training & training any animal for that matter. If you can wade through the behavioral science parts, this article really is a good explanation on how & why the following techniques work so well: clicker training, positive reinforcement training, the use is treats/rewards, back chaining & especially your own mindset.
Metaphors Matter: What Are Your Metaphors?.
Upcoming Puppy & Beginning Dog Training Classes
Join us in our upcoming classes that begin SOON! Puppy Training & Socialization Classes and Family Dog Training Classes. You will have fun, bond with your dog, play, learn some valuable safety skills, and learn some obedience. Did I say YOU will learn…. well of course you will AND YOUR DOG WILL LOVE YOU FOR IT TOO!
Click on this link to sign up and more info
Will you be your dog’s Valentine?
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Will you be your dog’s Valentine? Dogs give us so much love each and every day. Celebrate this love with the perfect mix of treats, learning, toys, fun and bonding. Join us for:
Intermediate Class includes: AKC’s Canine Good Citizen & the ALL NEW Advanced Canine Good Citizen Training
Classes Begin: Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 @ 6:00 p.m.
Class Fee: $95 Make Check Payable to: Kathy Dunn
Classes fill up FAST! SPACE IS LIMITED. So if you plan to join us, please RSVP ASAP!!!
Vaccinations Requested: DHLP-Parvo, Rabies & Bordetella
Class Location: First Christian Church, 3590 Placer St., Redding on the corner of Placer & Buenaventura indoors in in their multi-purpose/youth room. (We strongly suggest during daylight hours you drive by the location and familiarize yourself with the entrance as it can be tricky at night)
Class Prerequisites: Classes are for any dog over 6 months old and must have had a basic beginning obedience class with Cari Bowe, Kathy Dunn, or Chere McMillan. Otherwise you must demonstrate your dog’s skill level by making an appointment with Kathy. All dogs should be able to do the basic obedience skills: sit, down, come, wait, brief stay, & walk/heel with a loose leash.
Details: Classes meet for approximately 1 hour, once a week, on Tuesdays, for five weeks (a total of 5 sessions). (Class #4 will include taking the CGC test; Class #5 will include taking the CGCA test with a field trip for the test.) This class is intended for dogs continuing on from the basic family dog class. Goals will include but not limited to:
Passing the AKC Canine Good Citizen test; Passing the AKC Advanced Canine Good Citizen test; Stand/Stay for Exam from 3-6 feet away, with Teacher briefly petting dog; Long sits and downs from 30 feet away and for some dogs handlers going out of sight!; Loose leash heeling with automatic sits (heel/sit) and for some dogs off-leash heeling!; We will incorporating some rally obedience maneuvers; Off leash recalls; Directed retrieve & directed retrieve over jumps (broad jump, high jump, panel jump); Some fun & games!
Please remember to mail a COPY OF YOUR VACCINATION RECORDS with your registration form and a check made payable to: Kathy Dunn, P.O. BOX 494694, REDDING, CA 96049-4694 THANK YOU! For more information please call Kathy Dunn at 356-8286 or email KathysK9Kelts@charter.net. Or Fill out the Form Below. We look forward to having you and your dog in class. Please open the documents below to register for class.
- cover letter for intermediate cgc class
- Class Registration Form – CGC Intermediate
- What to Bring to Class
Kathy Dunn,
Certified Dog Trainer, AKC CGC Evaluator & Trainer, Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and Graduate & Mentor of Animal Behavior College