Does your pup have a handle on the basic manners, but you want to keep learning with your pup? Ever wonder how to teach your pup how to high-five, crawl, bow, jump through a hula hoop, or spin in a circle? Our fun tricks class is just for you! This course will give you and your pup a way to keep learning together while also putting some party tricks in your skill set.
Description: This is a four-week course intended to provide a fun learning environment for behaviors that will keep your pup physically and mentally active. We can help teach new things, focusing on tricks that your pup may offer naturally and putting those tricks on cue. If your pup learns 10 tricks, they can even earn their novice trick title through the AKC.
Classes are limited to eight dogs each. The small class size ensures an environment conducive to learning.
The Basics
- Number of Classes: 4 weekly classes (Class will meet on the same day/time each week)
- Length of Class: 1 hour
- Class Structure: 1-hour training sessions with your dog
- Age: All ages welcome
- Prerequisites: Completion of PAWS Chicago's Level 1 Basic Obedience Course
- Price: $125
The following are required for participation
- Vaccination records: Copies of your dog’s age-appropriate distemper/parvo, rabies and Bordetella vaccinations must be brought to the first class.
- Leash: A five- or six-foot leash (no retractable or chain leashes)
- Collar/Harness: Martingale collar, buckle collar or training harness
- Clicker: This small, box-style event marker can be purchased online or at any pet supply store.
- Treat carrier: A bag, pouch, fanny pack, apron with pocket or deep pocket that provides easy access to treats
- Treats: Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats. Cut up pieces of cheese or hot dogs are good choices, as are soft treats made specifically for training. (Experiment in advance to discover what your dog really loves.)
- Bed, mat or rug: Soft surface your dog can learn to lie down on
- Chew toy or stuffed Kong (optional): May be helpful to keep your dog entertained during downtime
- Water Bowl
- Please be on time.
- Wear comfortable clothing and nonskid shoes. Flip flops, sandals and heels are not recommended.
- The use of cell phones is not permitted during class.
- Do not feed your puppy before class. A hungry dog is more motivated to learn.
- Give your dog time to relieve himself before class.
