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K9 Manners - Level 1

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During K9 Manners - Level 1: Schooling begins with focus, attention, and name recogition -- building a solid understanding of the foundations is important. Then we go on to leash walking, positions (sit, down and stand), come, stay, leave it and drop. We also give solutions for a range of behavioral problems such as jumping up, nipping, and what to do if you feel as though you are nagging your dog.  As I help you teach the behaviors you desire we also talk about how to extinguish the undesireable ones -- an awareness of what is rehearsed is essential at times. Your lifestyle with your dog will suddenly make sense and be easier with a handful of guidelines to live by for the life of your dog. 

Level 1 is where dog owners priorities are developed, rehearsals are understood, and mindsets start to shift. Each K9 team can have different needs and I will do my best to help everyone in class.  However, please know that I make myself available during these 5 weeks to answer as many questions as possible and will encourage you to reach out if you have any questions.  If I think a private coaching session would be best, I will mention that option.

This class is held outside.  Come dressed appropriately.
If you are interested and have questions please call or text Gail at 828-712-4245 

Class Details:   K9 Manners - Level 1 (Basic Manners)   
5-Weeks of FUN ... with 4 dog limit.  Please call with questions 

Cost:  $165
Payment Styles:   Cash, Venmo, Zelle, or Check

Instructor:  Gail Hubbard      828-712-4245

NEW Start Date:   Monday, June 16 at 10:00 am.
Mark Your Calendar: Monday, June 16, 23, 30; July 14, 21  [no class on July 7th]
Time: 
  10:00 am

NEW Start Date:   Wednesday, June 11 at 6:30 pm
Mark Your Calendar: Wednesday, June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9
Time: 
  6:30 pm

Location: 41 Edgewood Road Extension, Asheville NC 28803 
This is a residence so play drive slowly.  Take the middle paced driveway on your left once you see the orange cones and mailboxes on the left indicating that Edgewood Road Extension does deadend. Please also know that there is plenty of parking on the right of the house so please pull all the way up the driveway.  There are paw prints on the drive way to help you pull up the correct driveway as well as red posts with the number 41 on it to guide you.  Follow the red doggie signs.  There are red rockers on the porch and the red garage door.   If you have any questions, please call me 828-712-4245.

What to Bring:

  • 6 foot leash (no retractable)
  • proof of rabies - PLEASE
  • a favorite toy
  • small soft food treats - i.e.  turkey hotdogs cooked and string cheese ... it's different but that is what my dog's love!
  • YOU ready to train.  Enthusiasm and Joy!   AND plenty of motivators for establishing your personal reward strategy!

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Private Training and Behavior Consultations

Private Coaching Benefits are:

  • At home coaching session
  • Comfortable environment to optimize learning for your puppy
  • Initial evaluation to determine goals and expectations are fulfilled
  • Assessment of where the dog is within those goals and expectations
  • Developing your initial plan with handouts and homework
  • Follow up emails and phone calls
  • Scheduling the second session to stay consistent and evaluate your training mechanics

Pricing

1 hour of coaching ... $105
1.5 hours of coaching ... $155

The initial meeting includes an evaluation, handouts and a follow-up phone consultation and typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. All follow-up sessions are typically an hour in length.     

When working with larger families, children, and multiple dogs, the private coaching can extend even longer in length.
2 hours of coaching ... $195

Programs are provided giving the busy families a lot of options and supportive services.  If you would like to discuss the programs, please let me know.

**Pricing is different for those living outside of a 15-mile radius.

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  • Private Coaching
  • Puppy Program
  • K9 Manners - Basics thru Advanced
  • K9 Confidence Building and Conditioning
  • Dog Sports
  • Agility
  • Urban Herding - Treibball
  • K9 Scent Work
  • A Good K9 Camp (Board-n-Train)

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