CES - Training Classes

Behavior Modification

and

Obedience Training

10594 Redoubt Road

Manassas, VA 20110

PH: 703-369-9912

Fax: 703-369-9913

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Directions

Intermediate Obedience will distraction proof your dog on following commands: Sit, Sit-Stay, Down, Down-Stay, Come, Heeling on a loose leash, Heeling with turns, Off, Leave It, Attention Training, Automatic Sit. This class is not suitable for dogs that do not know the basic commands yet. It is a great class for dogs who already know the basic obedience commands but need to learn to do them reliably around other dogs, people and various distractions. We do a lot of fun games in this class to get your dog more motivated and have you and your dog both enjoy training! Dogs who have previously been trained with treats will be weaned off the need to be 'bribed'.

Advanced Obedience is for dogs that have already learned and understand the basic commands (Sit, Sit-Stay, Down, Down-Stay, Come, Heel). You can not enter our CGC class if your dog is not reliable (meaning he listens the first time around distractions) with his basic commands.

In this class, we will improve all of the basic commands and work with distractions. We work especially on the 1-minute Sit-Stay, 3-minute Down-Stay, Precision Heeling, Heeling with Turns, Heeling slow, normal and fast, Automatic Sits with every stop, Come & Return to Heel. In addition to improving basic commands we prepare your dog for the

If you have trained elsewhere, you can still take one of our upcoming tests. Your dog should be familiar with the exercises of the CGC test. Please bring a copy of your dogs vaccination record, $25 test fee (paid in advance), a 6-foot leash, brush for your dog and either a buckle collar or nylon/chain-choke. Please call us ahead of time so we can schedule a convenient test time for you.

via private lessons only ($499 for 6 1-hour sessions)

For dogs 8 weeks and older

Novice Obedience focuses on the exercises required in obedience competition. We work towards perfection and precision, so you and your dog will get the highest scores possible at obedience trials. The exercises taught and practiced in Novice lessons are: Heeling on Leash and Figure 8, Stand for Examination, Heel Free, Recall, Long Sit, Long Down. We also practice: Entering and leaving the ring, change of pace (slow, normal, fast), how to avoid lagging, forging and crowding, distractions such as sudden noises, people, dogs, children etc., right turns, left turns, about turns, automatic sits.

CES will be present at most local dog shows to support you at your first obedience trial!

*House-Visits are also available but generally book 6-8 weeks or more in advance.

*additional charges apply. Additional mileage charges also apply if you live outside the CES general service area.

Private lessons are a great way to teach your dog new commands and improve commands that he already knows. Dogs that are extremely shy, aggressive, bark incessantly or if the owner has problems handling their dog, private lessons are an ideal approach to get those problems under control. Within 3-4 lessons you should be ready to bring your dog to group classes. Private lessons also give you the option of discussing any other problems you may have with your dog at this time; such as Housebreaking, Jumping, Mouthing, Chewing, Barking, Digging etc.

Our Behavioral Trainers will determine which level your dog needs if you are experiencing behavioral problems. We have to take all necessary precautions to assure the safety of our clients and our staff and in most cases of aggression it is necessary to schedule the lessons so that no other dogs are present and additional staff is available.

 Show Handling (AKC Conformation)

via private lessons only; 6 sessions, $499

For Dogs 8 weeks and older

Our show handling course covers the AKC point schedule for your breed, grooming and care of a show dog, use of treats or toys for attention in the ring, stacking techniques, free-stack,

attention to the handler, judge's examination etc.

Show Handling is done ONLY on a 1-1 basis, since each dog breed requires different showing techniques. For example, cropped and docked breeds require

a much different approach then a Golden Retriever for example.

 Rally-O

   8 x 1-hour sessions $175

for dogs 6 months and older

Prerequisite: Basic Skills (sit, down, stay, come, heel)

Rally Obedience is the newest addition to Companion Events sponsored by the American Kennel Club. Rally is a sport

where a dog and handler complete a course designed by the rally judge. It has some characteristics of rally sports car

racing, dog agility, and traditional obedience combined into a new fun sport. The dog and handler have to pass a course

of designed stations, usually between 10-20, depending on the level. Each station has a sign providing instructions

regarding the next skill that is to be performed. The American Kennel Club has three classes - Novice, Advanced and Excellent.

Rally Obedience is tons of fun! Handlers may talk to their dogs, praise & encourage them as well as reinforce commands

and/or hand-signals, at anytime and as often as desired throughout the performance.

 Canine CPR

Our owner, Carmen Childs, is a certified Red Cross Instructor for the following courses:

Pet First Aid & Canine CPR

Infant & Child First Aid & CPR

Adult First Aid & CPR & AED

Red Cross courses can be scheduled per request.

Prices are subject to change without notice

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