Beyond the Basics
Run for Fun/Agility for Fun
This class combines Agility for Fun with hurdle racing. Run through the tunnel, jump through the tire, experience weave poles, balance on the teeter board, and master the hurdles. Jump as many as five times in a row! Great for all dogs with energy to burn, and who love running and trying new things. Practice makes perfect!! You and your dog will get better with each week that passes as you begin to master hand cues and body language while picking up speed and accuracy on the course. This class is a lot of fun for you and your dog and, what a great way to strengthen your relationship with your dog! Prerequisite: Fido Foundations (or trainer's recommendation)
Class size: 2 to 5 dogs.
Outdoor Adventures
This class meets at different outdoor locations each weekend so you can work on
handling challenges when going for a walk, playing at the dog park, romping around in
the forest preserves, running on the Prairie Path, or just hanging around taking it all
in. This class is for any dog, regardless of level of training.
Prerequisite: Canine Connections (or trainer's recommendation)
Class size: 2 to 6 dogs.
Canine Good Citizen
Canine Good Citizen is a certification program designed to reward dogs
that have good manners at home and in their community. This program stresses responsible dog
ownership and basic manners for dogs. It also serves as the first step toward therapy dog
training.
, the trainer will review the 10 steps required to pass
the test and obtain certification. The goal is to prepare owners and their dogs for the
final CGC evaluation, conducted by a certified CGC evaluator as designated by the American
Kennel Club. Prerequisite: Canine Connections (or trainer's recommendation)
Class size: 2 to 6 dogs.
Therapy Dog Training
This class will give you the additional training needed to prepare for the Delta Society Evaluation. After you have passed the CGC program, you are one step away from being ready to test as a Therapy Dog. The Bellyrub Klub is an official test site for Delta and hold tests regularly throughout the year. You can sign up for the Evaluation at the Klub when you feel you and your dog is ready. Though the CGC is NOT a prerequisite for taking the Delta Society Evaluation, it is highly recommended that you do both. The Delta Society program is very similar to CGC and having the CGC background is extemely helpful in preparing you and your dog for Therapy Dog work. We are also working with the Rainbow AAT program if you are interested in testing through them for your Therapy Dog work.
Regardless, join us for the CGC program followed by the Therapy Dog training to prepare to sit for the Evaluation from either the Delta Society or Rainbow.
K9 Nose Work
Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt. The activity and sport of K9 Nose Work is designed to develop your dog’s natural scenting abilities by using their desire to hunt and their love of toys, food and exercise. It’s a great way for your dog to have fun, build confidence, and burn lots of mental and physical energy. The primary goal of this class is fun! Game playing and hunting is first and foremost, this is a class where dogs get to be dogs. ALL dogs with noses are welcome!!