BASIC MANNERS CLASS

For dogs 6 months and older. 

ALSO AVAILABLE IN A 4 PRIVATE TRAINING PACKAGE.

 

This is a 5 week on-leash class intended for people-friendly and dog-friendly dogs to learn basic manners. This class is for you to develop a deeper connection and reliable communication skills with your dog. It is not a dog to dog interactive class. Barking dogs that are too disruptive in class, may require an individual behaviour consultation. 

 

Starts with Orientation night, without dogs, 1 week before class.

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Includes a downloadable Booklet with pre class preparation information, training  and other helpful tips to work with at home. 

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This on-leash class teaches:

- Managing the dog’s energy and enthusiasm - recognize what is a trainable zone and help your dog focus in around distractions.

- How to stop reinforcing undesired behaviours and reward behaviours you prefer from your dog. 

- Capturing the dog’s attention and develop a stronger connection together.

- Behaviour modification information for Barking and Jumping will be included in your Booklet with a plan to start at home.  

- Go Say Hi and Sit for greeting people - instead of jumping. 

- How to increase the reliability of responses to cues for Sit, Down, and Stand around Distraction, adding in Duration then Distance (3 D's)

- Adding in Impulse control exercises - replacing a 'stay' with a release. 

- Effective Leash Handling skills and training 3 different types of walks - Heel, Let's Go, and a Walk Nice (your dog's sniffari break)

- Emergency Recall - come to you and Sit in front. 

 

Off-leash and handling exercises may be incorporated if your dog’s behaviour and demeanour is friendly towards people and dogs. 

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5-6 dogs per class. 

 

Graduates of Basic Manners may register for the Intermediate Outdoor Class and may join the Leash Walking Group.

 

$25 off the Outdoor Class if you have attended Puppy (or private Puppy Package) and Basic Manners Class within 2 years. 

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Basic Manners Class can be repeated at a discount. This is especially helpful with people that have dogs that are overreactive to other dogs or people. 

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Class Guidelines 

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Vaccinations:  If you are taking your dog to a day care or dog parks you should discuss kennel cough, flea and lice treatments with your veterinarian. Your vaccination protocol will vary depending on your dog's lifestyle and outdoor exposure. Please read: 

Dr Dodds Vaccination Protocol for Dogs

 

Classes are held at a Dog Day Care in West Kelowna, and requires all their dogs to be in good health, up to date vaccinations, kennel cough and flea and lice treatment to attend their day care. Dog potty accidents are cleaned with professional and safe cleaning products.  

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BASIC MANNERS CLASS DATES:​​​

Orientation Details:

• Location: Pet Planet, 1135 Stevens Road, West Kelowna

• Date & Time: Monday, March 31st at 7:00 PM

• Important: Orientation must be attended in person, without dogs, to be ready for class.

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Class:

• Dates: Sundays, April 6th - May 11th *NO CLASS April 20th

• Time: 9:30 - 10:30 AM FULL

• Location: Dogg About Boarding, 101 - 2689 Kyle Road, West Kelowna

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Class

• Dates: Sundays, April 6th - May 11th *NO CLASS April 20th

• Time: 11AM - Noon FULL

• Location: Dogg About Boarding, 101 - 2689 Kyle Road, West Kelowna​

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Next Class dates:​​ 

Orientation Details:

• Location: Pet Planet, 1135 Stevens Road, West Kelowna

• Date & Time: Monday, May 12th at 7:00 PM

Class:

• Dates: Sundays, May 25th - June 22nd

• Time:   9:30 - 10:30 AM​​

or

• Dates: Sundays, May 25th - June 22nd

• Time:   11 - Noon 

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Next Class dates:​​ 

Orientation Details:

• Location: Pet Planet, 1135 Stevens Road, West Kelowna

• Date & Time: Monday, July 7th at 7:00 PM

Class:

• Dates: Sundays, July 13th - Aug 17th * No Class Aug 3

• Time:   9:30 - 10:30 AM​​

or

• Dates: Sundays, July 13th - Aug 17th * No Class Aug 3

• Time:   11 - Noon 

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Next Class dates:​​  Sept 28th 2025

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Your spot is confirmed upon payment, which is due within 24 hours of booking.

• A $40 fee applies for cancellations.

• No refunds are provided after Orientation night.

 

Payment Instructions:
Please e-transfer to k9petdogtraining@gmail.com (be sure to add this email to your contacts).

After payment, you’ll receive an email with a code to download the Basic Manners Booklet from the "MORE" section. This booklet contains important preparation and weekly training instructions to help you stay on track with the class.

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