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Taming Tarzan (Reactive Dog) Training Course 1

Dog training session with a woman and a brown poodle in an indoor facility.
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This reactive dog training course is a specialized training program designed to help dogs who exhibit reactive behavior, such as excessive barking, lunging, or growling in response to specific triggers. This class employs positive reinforcement techniques to teach dogs alternative, more desirable behaviors while reducing their reactivity.

  • Week 1 – Orientation with the owners via Zoom. This Zoom orientation will go over the class structure and what to expect from the class. We will discuss safety precautions and what you will need for the class.
  • Week 2 – Watch me, bowling go find, leash handling skills (miming, braking, properly holding the leash)
  • Week 3 – Walking skills, leave it with the head turn, turn and go don’t go slow! (stuffed dogs)
  • Week 4 – Turn and go conga line (real dogs), “here and sit”, “walking watch me”
  • Week 5 – Touch, CGC greetings with distance
  • Week 6 – Review all techniques, Graduation

Course Information

Prerequisites:

This class is for dogs 16 weeks and older.

All attendees MUST have the following vaccinations before attendance. Please send proof of vaccination through email to training@peggyadams.org at least 72 hours prior to the first day of class.

Proof of 3 vaccinations:

  • DHPP (Distemper, Parvovirus & Parainfluenza) 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required.
  • Bordetella (Required every 12 months (or as required under the applicable law of your jurisdiction or residence) and at least 72 hours prior to check-in to ensure maximum efficiency and protection against Kennel Cough. Please note that many veterinarians administer this vaccine only by request.
  • Rabies (1 or 3-yr. vaccine required. *Rabies per local ordinance.)

Unfortunately, WE WILL NOT ALLOW ENTRY, if proper vaccination documentation is not presented!

Class Duration

6 Weeks (one class per week, one hour each)

Next Class Begins

March 3, 2025

6-week course schedule

March 3 (Zoom orientation at 7 PM), March 8, March 15, March 22, March 29, and April 5

Class Times

10 AM

Course Fee

$325

Trainer

Jamie (from Lucky Dog Training Club)

Other notes: Space is limited, and registration is required. Attendees must review the pre-class training material at the bottom of this page.

Starts March 3, 2025 7:00 pm
Ends March 3, 2025 8:00 pm
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