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2024 Classes and Dates

S.T.A.R. Puppy, 6 weeks (no pups first week)

Saturdays, 9 - 10am, Instructors: Chris and Kendra
13 Jan - 17 Feb
2 Mar - 6 Apr
4 May - 8 Jun
10 Aug - 14 Sep

Mondays, 6 - 7pm, Instructors: Mike and Anne
8 Jan - 12 Feb
4 Mar - 8 Apr
29 Apr - 3 Jun (Instructor: Terri)
24 Jun - 29 Jul
19 Aug - 23 Sep
14 Oct - 18 Nov
Rally Classes
4 Jan - 22 Feb (no class on 1 Feb), Thursdays, 6 - 7pm (Instructors: Gabby and Tracy)

Basic Obedience, 7 weeks (last week is testing only)

Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:30am, Instructors: Gayle, Chris, and Kendra
13 Jan - 24 Feb
2 Mar - 13 Apr
4 May - 15 Jun
10 Aug - 21 Sep

Mondays, 7:30 - 8:30pm, Instructors: Mike and Anne
8 Jan - 19 Feb
4 Mar - 15 Apr
29 Apr - 10 Jun (Instructor: Terri)
24 Jun - 5 Aug
19 Aug - 30 Sep
14 Oct - 25 Nov

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S.T.A.R Puppy Class

Clicker Concepts

Class Details
Puppy class is an excellent opportunity to provide puppies with some of the exposure they need to become confident dogs.
ACK S.T.A.R. Puppy provides a good lead-in to learning the Canine Good Citizen requirements.
Saturdays: 9 – 10am
Mondays: 6 – 7pm
Class dates are listed above and on the registration form.
Requirements
Puppies 12 weeks to 1 year old
Must have proof of up-to-date vaccinations.
6 week course (1 hour sessions) – no puppies the first class
Public $90/MOTC Members $54 (There is a $3 service fee for credit cards.)
Owner will. . .
learn how to maintain puppy’s health
learn how to be a Responsible Dog Owner
learn adequate daily play and exercise plans
obtain a form of ID for puppy: microchip, collar tag, etc.
Puppy will learn. . .
to be free of aggression toward other puppies in class
to tolerate collar or body harness of owner’s choice
to be held or hugged
to allow owner to take away a treat or toy
to allow petting in any position by a person other than owner
to allow grooming by owner and brief exam (ears, feet)
to walk on a loose leash
to sit on command
to down on command
to come to owner when name is called
to ignore distractions
to stay on leash with another person

Class Details
**This class is being updated and will be offered as a Seminar 2-3 times a year, depending on interest, instead of being a 6-week class.**
Clicker training uses the science of behavior analysis to teach your dog. It’s easy to use, easy to learn, and dogs learn this method quickly. MOTC will supply each dog/handler team with a clicker.
Saturdays: 3 – 4pm
Class dates are listed on the registration form.
Requirements:
6 Week Course (1 hour sessions)
Public $90/MOTC Members $54 (There is a $3 service fee for credit cards.)
4-6 ft fabric or leather, non-retractable, leash
LOTS of small, soft treats
a container for treats, such as a fanny pack or bait bag can be helpful
Owner will learn. . .
How to train with clicker training
How to capture behaviors
How to use targets
How to shape behaviors
How to use a lure
How to build on foundation behaviors
Dog will learn. . .
Basic foundation skills: sit, down, come, stay, walking on leash
Focus on handler
How to work around distractions

Basic Obedience / CGC

PERFORMANCE FUNDAMENTALS

Class Details
Our Basic Obedience Class is training toward passing the Canine Good Citizen test.
This class will give your dog basic skills for various social situations.
This class is typically offered twice a week, on
Saturdays: 10:30am -11:30am or
Mondays: 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Class dates are listed above and on the registration form.
Requirements:
Dogs of any age are eligible to take this class, however, puppies under one year of age should have successfully completed the S.T.A.R. Puppy Class.
Must have proof of up-to-date vaccinations.
6 Week Course (1 hour sessions) – dogs come to all sessions.
CGC Test is administered the 7th week.
Public $90/MOTC Members $54 (There is a $3 service fee for credit cards.)
You will teach your dog to. . .
Walk on a loose leash amid distractions.
Obey basic commands (Sit, Down, Come).
Stay in a Sit or Down position while the handler walks 20 feet away.
Greet another person politely even if they have a dog with them.
Allow another person such as vet or groomer to handle the dog.
Stay with another person as the handler goes out of sight for 3 minutes without excessive pulling, whining, or barking.
*Dogs must demonstrate the above skills during class and testing to obtain a C.G.C.

Class Details
During this class, you and your dog will be introduced to the skills needed in Conformation, Obedience, Rally, Agility, Scent Work and just plain fun!
When: Thursday 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Class dates are listed on the registration form.
Requirements:
Puppy/Dogs must have successfully completed a prior class or have instructor permission.
6 Week Course (1 hour sessions)
Public $90/MOTC Members $54 (There is a $3 service fee for credit cards.)
You will teach your dog to and/or will improve their. . .
Focus/Attention
Stand/Sit/Down/Stay/Come
Timing
Positions
Controlled leash walking
Contacts
Footwork
Recalls
Stays
Position discrimination
Distance control
Obstacle training
Turns
Jumping
Scent identification
Retrieving
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