Aardvark's Dog Training Center will be offering a variety of dog training classes.

All Classes are based on the handler and dog learning as a team, and are dependent on a good relationship
between the dog and the human.  Safety and having a good time with your dog are important in all classes.  
Classes are taught using positive training skills.  No physically punishing techniques will be used or allowed in
any class.

Class size will be limited to allow for ultimate Instructor/student/socialization ratio.

Expect to spend practice time outside of class.  A few minutes of practice three or four times a day can pay
off as you and you dog's skills improve.  These sessions will build a strong bond and move you both well on
your way to a long happy life together.  

It is the aim of all of our classes to teach you how to be a confident "pack" leader.  You will develop your and
your dog's confidence.  You will achieve your goals and have a happier, more content dog.
To sign up for any of our classes, please call Janet at (707) 553-8043 or e-mail at
Janet.aardvarks@sbcglobal.net or stop by our facility:  1125 Benicia Rd. Vallejo
PUPPY "K"INDERGARTEN:  
                                      
Puppies begin learning at birth and their brains appear to be
particularly responsive to learning and retaining experiences that
are encountered during the first 13 - 16 weeks of life.  To take full
advantage of this early special learning period, veterinarians
recommend a socialization program beginning at 8 - 12 weeks of
age as a key part of a preventative medicine program to improve
the bond between pets and their people and to keep dogs as valued
members of the family for 12 - 18 years.

Puppy "K" enrolls puppies that have had their second set of shots
through 4 months old at the start of class.  (Small breed dogs may
be as old as 6 months).  

We will work on Housebreaking, Name Recognition, Attention
Exercises, along with a lot of socialization with other puppies and
people.

We will provide a safe, puppy friendly environment.  The cost for
this 6 week class is $110.00.
Trish and "Charly"
registering for Puppy "K"
"It's here, somewhere?"
COMING SOON ...

REAL WORLD DOG TRAINING

This class encompasses meeting and greeting people and people with other dogs, people in costume, hats
and different shapes and sizes.  Dog Park Manners, Sitting quietly at restaurants and events.  Walking on
loose leash, sitting or laying down until released.  This class will also discuss "stimulus threshold" and
desensitization to sounds.

PRE-AGILITY CLASS SESSION 1

This class works towards holding your dog's attention and skill building so your dog will feel confident when
introduced to the actual equipment in Session 2.  Emphasis will be on learning the agility commands.  
Prerequisite:  Pre Agility

PRE-AGILITY CLASS SESSION 2

This class uses all of the skills learned in Session 1 and places the emphasis on the safe use of dog agility
equipment and each "team member's" responsibility.  Introduction to the tunnel, teeter totter, A-frame, jumps
and chaining of obstacles will be done in this class.  Prerequisite:  Pre Agility and Session 1

BASIC AGILITY 1

Basic Agility will use the skills learned in Pre-Agility Class Sessions 1 & 2 and use all agility equipment on a
regular basis.  Emphasis will be on team member body positioning for safe use of each obstacle.  Introduction
to start-line meditation.  Prerequisite:  Pre Agility and Session 1 and Session 2 or instructors discretion.

BASIC AGILITY TEAM SPORT

Team Sport uses everything learned in the Pre-Agility 1 & 2 and Basic Agility 1 and is a regular weekly class to
work on contact training of obstacles and the mental aspects of Dog Agility Competition for the handler.  

PET FIRST AID AND CPR WILL ALSO BE OFFERED.

Contact:  
Janet.aardvarks@sbcglobal.net or stop by our facility:  1125 Benicia Rd, Vallejo  CA  94591
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Training
DOGGIE MANNERS

"Everything you always wanted to ask your dog to do and didn't
know how to ask"

Doggie Manners #101:  Basic obedience skills like sit, down, stay,
don't touch, leave it, off and wait.  Games will be incorporated as
part of the learning throughout the six week class.  Bring your dog's
favorite toy, a large towel, a variety of food treats and an attitude
prepared for fun and play.  The cost for this 6 week class is $110.00  

Puppy (in the pink thong)
and Sabrina
OTHER CLASSES

In conjunction with local dog trainers
""Who? Me?"

Got energy - will travel.  Do you have a dog whose eyes pop
open and are ready to go at all times?  Or perhaps you have a
dog that needs a little self confidence and could use a few
success outside the home?  Then PRE-AGILITY CLASS
SESSION 1 AND 2 is just the place to be.  Each of these 6 week
sessions will emphasize the "team" relationship and build the
four legged team member's confidence.  This class will
introduce your dog to agility equipment you only thought you'd
watch on TV.  The cost for this 6 week class is $110.