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Who says you can't teach
old dogs Got an energetic puppy or over excited pooch? Plan now for training classes!
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check out some videos of dogs at play and to learn about "normal" behavior. Elementary School - Tuesday Nights at 7pm. See below for the class outline and checklist. RSVP required. Classes are held at The Irving Theater - enter around the back by the parking lot. Middle School - Tuesday Nights at 7pm. See below for the class outline and checklist. RSVP required. Either successful completion of Elementary school or our instructor approval is required prior to starting class. High School - Tuesday Nights at 7pm. See below for the class outline and checklist. RSVP Required. Either successful completion of Middle School or instructor approval is required prior to starting class. Reactive Dog Class - Our current class is full but check back for our next posted training! Does your dog lunge and bark when it sees another dog? Is your dog out of control around strangers? Do bicycles send your dog into a frenzy? What about roller skates, etc. Then this class is for you. Class runs for 4 weeks and costs $100. Contact ailigh@animalia.us for registration.
Training and Behavior Information and Links
Elementary School: Interested in teaching your dog some house manners and how to be a better behaved dog? This class is designed for dogs with no previous training experience or dogs newly adopted. Elementary School covers basic training including sit, down, stand, targeting, loose leash walking, sitting for petting, come, stay, and leave-it. This class is open for dogs over 3 months of age and is runs every Tuesday night at 7pm. RSVP is required 2 days in advance. Email ailigh@animalia.us to enroll now. Download the Registration Form and drop off at Animalia or email the completed form to ailigh@animalia.us. You will also need a copy of the general information sheet and the Elementary School Checklist. Payment can be made in class or through Google below.
Middle School: Interested in continuing to work with your dog? Middle school is for dogs with elementary school or the equivalent under their belt and focuses on improving the skills already learned. We will work on performing with distractions, encouraging an increased focus, and extended stays. Middle school will also cover dog/people meet and greets as well as teaching the dog to settle, “give”, and some fun skills too. Class will be held on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Please print a copy of the Middle School Checklist prior to the first class. RSVP is required 2 days before class. Email ailigh@animalia.us with any questions or download and email the Registration form to sign-up. Payment in Cash or Check can be made at Animalia or through Google, below.
High School. Interested in keeping your dog active, burning off steam, and working together through an agility course or Rally Obedience? High school is for the dog – owner team that is looking for a little something extra. Class will be held on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Please print a copy of the High School Checklist prior to the first class. Email ailigh@animalia.us if you have any questions. You can complete the Registration form and pay through Google using the button below.
Clicking on your session choice will add the amount to your Google Cart which can be seen in the upper right hand corner of the screen.
The Levels Class is a flex-time/on-going group class teaching everything from basic manners to advanced concepts. It is open to dogs and puppies of all ages who meet minimum vaccination requirements. You can start at any time by attending the monthly orientation or by being a current client. To move from one level to the next, handlers and dogs must meet all outlined criteria which will be covered in orientation. The orientation also teaches you the basics of training and how dogs learn. As you progress through the classes, your dog will learn basic obedience and manners, and will learn to respond through increasingly difficult distractions. The Levels Classes feature positive reinforcement and clicker training - fast learners are not held back and slower ones can take their time without pressure. You can purchase 6 or 12 lessons in advance and use them up within 3-6 months. You will be required to RSVP to the lesson you choose to attend at least 2 days before to ensure that class is neither cancelled nor full (8 maximum in a class). Price: Six-class-pass for $95 (to be used within three months) or Twelve-class-pass for $185 (to be used within six months). Advanced students are welcome to drop-in to lower Levels classes to practice, with a payment of $18/dog. Schedule
CGC - Started in 1989, CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. THERAPY - A Therapy Dog must have an oustanding temperament. This means that the dog should be outgoing and friendly to all people; men, women, and children. The dog should be tolerant of other dogs (of both genders) and non-aggressive toward other pets. Before you consider having your dog evaluated, you should ask yourself if your dog has these qualities. Ailigh is qualified to test your dog for the CGC and Love on a Leash. Those interested in Delta or TDI will be prepared to take that test. Email ailigh@animalia.us to enroll . Classes will begin on March 9, 2011 at Barkalounge 5555 Elmwood Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203 This class is designed for dogs who are reactive to dogs, people, or objects while on leash. We will focus on desensitizing the dogs to their triggers, reducing anxiety, building coping skills, and improving behavior when in the presence of these triggers. Since the leash holder often feels embarrassed and can make matters worse, we will also focus on increasing handler skills and confidence. This is a four week class. The first class will begin with dogs in the car or in the facility in a kennel/crate. Some special equipment such as head halters will be required. Due to the nature of this class, it is important that each week you work with your dog on the skills learned. The questionnaire must be complete before attending the first night. More information will be provided when you sign up for the class about length of class and materials required. Email ailigh@animalia.us to enroll . Classes will begin in January 12, 2011 at Barkalounge 5555 Elmwood Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
Workshops Each Workshop will focus on ONE topic. They will be held on Saturdays for 1 -2 hours depending on the topic. Some will be held with dogs, others will be held without dogs. - What is My Dog Saying? The interesting subject of canine body language. TBD. - Agility for Fun! Challenge your dog with a fun obstacle course! Email ailigh@animalia.us to sign-up and for specific details for each workshop.
Getting a dog? Are you thinking about getting a puppy or adopting a dog? There is a lot to consider when adding a new member to your family. Email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment to discuss your families needs. Prices depend on your family's needs but are based on a Per Session rate.
Having a baby? Worried about how your dog or cat will respond? Call email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment to discuss the steps you can take to better prepare the dog or cat in your life to the changes they will experience.
Kitty Kindergarten: Ever think your new kitten should be in a class like your puppy? This amazing new concept for a healthy and happy cat is based on the Australian veterinary behaviorist Dr. Kersti Seksel's Kitty Kindy's, and the American Association of Feline Practitioners Feline Behavior Guidelines. This is a two week class that will cover socializations, handling, preparing your kitten for the crate and the car, to discuss kitten concerns, to discuss cat nutrition and even how to clicker train your cat! Please email ailigh@animalia.us to sign up for our next session of Kitten Kindergarten.
Private Training: Animalia offers private training to help you teach your dog. This is tailored to your specific needs although group classes are always preferred so that your dog learns to work away from the home and with distractions. Classes can be customized to your needs or can follow one of the following predefined classes
Private training available for single sessions, 4 week or 7 week sessions. Charges are based on the needs of the client, but are usually $60/session.
We focus on practical behaviors; our classes are
oriented as much toward your lifestyle at home as toward the competition
ring.
Email ailigh@animalia.us to make an appointment.
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