Basic Obedience Class Information
Class Details
- Our Basic Obedience Class is training toward passing the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Test.
- During this class, you will teach your dog basic skills for various social situations.
- Dogs of any age are eligible, however, puppies under one year of age should have successfully completed a STAR Puppy Class.
- 6 week course (1 hour sessions) with test administered on the 7th week
- Mondays 7:30 - 8:30pm and Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30am
- Public $90 / MOTC Members $54 (+$3 credit card service fee)
- Focus on the handler with other dogs and people nearby
- Walk on loose leash amid distractions
- Obey basic commands (sit, down, come, stay, leave it)
- Stay in a sit or down while the handler walks 20 feet away
- Politely greet people and other dogs
- Allow another person such as a vet or groomer to handle/examine the dog
- Stay with another person while the handler walks out of sight
- Arrive about 10 minutes early
- Do not feed your dog before class; bring your dog hungry
- Bring lots of high value soft treats (hotdogs, string cheese, etc.)
- Remember to practice what you’ve learned each week