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CLASSES General training and clicker work Mixed Agility for Fun and Moving On Clicker Class
Tara during her 'Yellow Ribbon' routine (photo - copyright rivergate photography - see link
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Rugby DTC HTM Show 2007 Intermediate Freestyle
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 Providing reward based training in Gwalchmai, Anglesey for pet dogs, puppies and their owners
These classes are run on a rolling programme basis to enable puppies to join as soon as they are ready and usually consist of no more than 8 dogs. Classes are normally held indoors - outdoors in the summer if the weather is fine. A clicker and handouts are available for each new starter. Puppies are enrolled for a set of six classes which consist of:
This class is suitable for dogs that have not attended class before or for those that have minor behavioural problems. It introduces the handlers to the basics of training prior to them moving into the Novice class when ready.
This class prepares dogs for the Kennel Club Good Citizen Award at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. These classes are for dogs and their owners who want to continue training and do something a little different and 'fun'. Since the dogs in these classes work mainly off lead they must be reliable and sociable with other dogs and people.
Mixed Agility for Fun and Moving On Clicker Class These classes are held by arrangement therefore participants must phone before visiting. Dogs need to have a basic grounding in 'being obedient' before they start and have done some initial clicker training. They also need to be at least 6 months old to start learning the equipment and 12 months before doing any serious jumping. The larger breeds may need to wait until they are even older in order to prevent joint problems later in life. Recently we have also been including UK Rally Obedience. Most participants will have graduated from the Novice class.
Multi Purpose Modular Training Half day training sessions are run approximately
once a month. Formal assessment
sessions for K9 Multi- Sport are held approximately every six months. Activities offered include: K9 Multi-Sport which is an activity designed for dogs and their owners who wish to ‘showcase their skills in a wide range of sports and activities’ which encourages ‘positive training and the enhancement of the relationship between dog and trainer’. Further details are available at www.learningaboutdogs.co.uk. PnM Move Development Scheme - to develop heelwork to music skills.. A range of agility modules focussing on e.g. successful weaving. Clicker
training skills. One to One sessions / Home visits These are available by arrangement for owners
Kennel Club Good Citizen Scheme K9 Concerns Dog Training has Kennel Club Listed Status. Dogs and handlers (general training classes) are prepared for the Award at Puppy Foundation, Bronze, Silver or Gold level as appropriate. The principles are incorporated within all the classes. The clicker produces a very distinct sound which is followed by a reward. It gives a clear signal to the dog that the action it is doing is right. It ensures that the dog is given the right message every time and quickly enough to associate it with its actions. The
clicker works as a conditioned positive reinforcer (secondary reinforcer).
This is done by linking the clicker with something rewarding, such as a
treat (primary reinforcer). Once these two things are associated in your
dog’s mind it will then accept the clicker as the reward for an action
it has performed. This means that you can give the reward the instant
the action happens and your dog is more likely to concentrate on the
activity rather than being distracted by treats. Unlike your voice, the
sound of the clicker remains the same all the time – clickers don’t
get angry or upset! Using the technique of positive reinforcement with
your dog can help to develop a really firm bond between you. Heelwork to Music and General/Clicker Training Days can be provided for clubs / groups either on my premises or at their own venues. Please contact me for availability and current charges.
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