* Classes will be postponed on any stat holidays or the weekends of a stat holiday, and resume the following week.
Great Beginnings If your dog is between the ages of 5 months and 2 years, or if they are a rescue, or if they have never attended a group class, this is where you begin. Dogs between 5 months and 2 years are in their adolescent stage. This is when new & often times undesirable behaviours develop, much like human adolescents! They may start to ignore you, not listen, pull when out on walks, or act like you don't exist- especially in the presence of exciting distractions like squirrels, blowing leaves or other dogs! This program is also perfect for rescues of any age as it will help them adjust to their new life. Dogs that have never attended a group class may do great at home, but when they're out in the environment, often don't behave as well. Great Beginnings works on behaviours such as impulse control, calmness, disengagement from the environment, engagement with you, proximity (hanging out with you), focus, working in arousal (when they're excited or scared), being able to bring their arousal level down, and much more. This course utilizes games-based concept training, which reshapes your dog's brain, so they learn to make better decisions. The exercises are fun and adaptable to the individual dog. We also share with you the science behind how and why the exercises work to produce real-life results. After Great Beginnings you can move onto Level Up, Scent Level 1, or Tricks Level 1. PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT THE CORRECT LOCATION. Click on the column titled LOCATION to sort the classes by location. If you Select a class that is marked CLASS FULL, you will be put on a wait list. Is your pup currently in Puppy Basics? Be sure to put in the Notes section of the Registration Form “Currently in class, Early Signup Reward please.” to get 10% off the price of this class. Prerequisite: Dog must be minimum 4 months of age or just completed Puppy Basics. Course Fee: $246.00 (+ taxes) Length: 6 weeks Notes: You will need to bring your dog's bed, elevated bed, or mat to every class. Classes are held each week on the same day and time that you sign up for. Each class is 45 minutes in length. Classes are not held on weekends with statutory holidays but will resume the following week. Filling Fast = 3 spots left; Almost Full = 2 spots left; 1 spot left = 1 spot left; Can go on wait list = someone hasn't paid yet Date⇧TimeLocationTrainerStatus Select Jan 22, 2025 Wednesdays at 7:00 pm the beach 975 Kingston Road (west of Victoria Park), Beaches Susan & KristiClass Full (can go on wait list) Select Jan 23, 2025 Thursdays at 7:00 pm ajax 889 Westney Road South, Ajax Tabi & Jason1 Spot Left Select Jan 25, 2025 Saturdays at 10:00 am (no class Feb 15) ajax 889 Westney Road South, Ajax Nicole & LyndaAlmost Full Select Jan 27, 2025 Mondays at 7:00 pm (no class Feb 17 or Mar 10) ajax 889 Westney Road South, Ajax Tabi & Jeannette Select Feb 1, 2025 Saturdays at 10:00 am (no class Feb 15 or Mar 15) the beach 975 Kingston Road (west of Victoria Park), Beaches Jana & Angela S Select Feb 5, 2025 Wednesdays at 8:00 pm (no class Mar 12) ajax 889 Westney Road South, Ajax Lynda & Angela L Select Feb 18, 2025 Tuesdays at 6:00 pm (no class Mar 11) ajax 889 Westney Road South, Ajax Lynda & Debbie Select Feb 21, 2025 Fridays at 7:00 pm (no class Mar 14) the beach 975 Kingston Road (west of Victoria Park), Beaches Anette & Jeannette
If your dog is between the ages of 5 months and 2 years, or if they are a rescue, or if they have never attended a group class, this is where you begin. Dogs between 5 months and 2 years are in their adolescent stage. This is when new & often times undesirable behaviours develop, much like human adolescents! They may start to ignore you, not listen, pull when out on walks, or act like you don't exist- especially in the presence of exciting distractions like squirrels, blowing leaves or other dogs! This program is also perfect for rescues of any age as it will help them adjust to their new life. Dogs that have never attended a group class may do great at home, but when they're out in the environment, often don't behave as well. Great Beginnings works on behaviours such as impulse control, calmness, disengagement from the environment, engagement with you, proximity (hanging out with you), focus, working in arousal (when they're excited or scared), being able to bring their arousal level down, and much more. This course utilizes games-based concept training, which reshapes your dog's brain, so they learn to make better decisions. The exercises are fun and adaptable to the individual dog. We also share with you the science behind how and why the exercises work to produce real-life results. After Great Beginnings you can move onto Level Up, Scent Level 1, or Tricks Level 1. PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT THE CORRECT LOCATION. Click on the column titled LOCATION to sort the classes by location. If you Select a class that is marked CLASS FULL, you will be put on a wait list. Is your pup currently in Puppy Basics? Be sure to put in the Notes section of the Registration Form “Currently in class, Early Signup Reward please.” to get 10% off the price of this class. Prerequisite: Dog must be minimum 4 months of age or just completed Puppy Basics. Course Fee: $246.00 (+ taxes) Length: 6 weeks Notes: You will need to bring your dog's bed, elevated bed, or mat to every class. Classes are held each week on the same day and time that you sign up for. Each class is 45 minutes in length. Classes are not held on weekends with statutory holidays but will resume the following week. Filling Fast = 3 spots left; Almost Full = 2 spots left; 1 spot left = 1 spot left; Can go on wait list = someone hasn't paid yet