Obedience Training
K-9 Kudos is there for you every step of the way! We start training puppies at 8 weeks all the way to adult dogs. Starting with beginning obedience (level 1). We continue training by moving up to intermediate (level 2) and advanced obedience (level 3) skills.
Group and Private sessions are available to help you meet your training goals.
BASIC OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Level 1 Puppy Life Skills (8-16 weeks or 17-25 weeks old)
Socialization is extremely important for puppies to have the best chance at becoming confident adult dogs. We limit their exposure by only allowing 4 puppies in each group class. Puppies can start puppy socialization classes as early as 7-8 weeks of age. Puppies should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least 7 days prior to the first class and a first deworming. They should be kept up-to-date on vaccines throughout the class.
This course is invaluable for helping your pup grow up to be a well-mannered and happy pet. Socialization and teaching good manners at a young age is the key to having a polite, well-mannered adult dog. You will learn how dogs think and learn, how to motivate them and how to train without frustration making it fun for you and your puppy. This course includes socialization, teaching your pup good manners, teaching your pup to love being handled all over and the start of basic obedience. Our puppy training class includes how to prevent and resolve common puppy problems such as puppy nipping, jumping and house breaking. This course provides the foundation for a harmonious relationship and happy, well-mannered dog!
BONUS: This class also includes a training booklet, treat pouch, cute digital graduation picture and graduation gift upon completion of classes.
Prerequisite
Your pup is between 8-16 weeks old or 17-25 weeks old at the start of course. Note, exceptions are made for younger pups if cleared by your veterinarian. Proof of vaccinations appropriate for your dog’s age is required at or before the orientation. They need age appropriate Distemper/Parvo shots AND also the Bordetella vaccine to attend class
What's included:
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The Bonus' listed above
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An online orientation with valuable information every dog owner needs to know
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Five 60-minute classes with your pup
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Classes meet once a week for a total of five weeks
LEVEL 1 Doggy Life Skills (for pups 26 weeks or older)
We are offering group classes of ONLY 4 dogs in a class. This beginner's course is for dogs 26 weeks and older who have had minimal training. This course is perfect for dogs new to the home and/or for first time dog owners.
Basic obedience is necessary for good manners. Your dog will learn the basics including but not limited:
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sit/stand/down
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hand target
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place target
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begin down stay with distractions
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begin coming when called
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leave-it
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polite greetings (sit to greet)
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impulse control
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enrichment
As the goal is a well-mannered pet, we also work on resolving common behavior problems such as resisting handling, mouthing/nipping and jumping up.
BONUS: This class also includes a training booklet, treat pouch, cute digital graduation picture and graduation gift upon completion of all 5 classes.
Prerequisite:
Your dog must already be able to work on leash safely around people and other dogs they have never met before. If your dog is reactive (barking and/or lunging) to other dogs or people and cannot meet this prerequisite, please contact us to set up private sessions.
Proof of Rabies (age appropriate), Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccinations are required AT or BEFORE the first session.
What's included:
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The Bonus' listed above
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An online orientation with valuable information every dog owner needs to know
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Five 60-minute classes with your pup
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Classes meet once a week for a total of five weeks
INTERMEDIATE OBEDIENCE TRAINING
LEVEL 2 Well Mannered Pooch
We will be taking the skills we learned in Puppy Life Skills 1 OR Doggy Life Skills 1 to the next level. We continue to work on basic obedience adding distractions, distance and duration. Plus, we learn new behaviors!
Prerequisite:
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Successful completion of a Level 1 class. Contact us if you have questions.
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Proof of current Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccinations are required BEFORE the first class.
What's included:
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4- One hour classes
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All classes with your dog
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Classes meet once a week for a total of four weeks
ADVANCED OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Level 3 What a Great Dog!
We will be taking the skills we learned in Level 2 Well-Mannered Pooch and stepping up distractions, distance and duration. We continue to work on down/stays in a buffet style mock setting as well as an out & about adventure. We put all that you've learned out in the real world! This gives you and your dog that freedom of visiting all the dog friendly places you can!
Prerequisite:
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Successful completion of a Level 2 class. Contact us if you have questions.
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Proof of current Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccinations are required BEFORE the first class.
What's included:
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5 - One-hour classes including,1 Out & About Adventure
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All classes with your dog
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Classes meet once a week for a total of five weeks
Therapy Dog Preparation
This class will prepare you for the therapy dog test to become a certified therapy dog team. We have chosen Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) because we believe this is the best therapy dog certification offered.
Alliance of Therapy Dogs is an international registry of certified therapy dog teams. ATD provides testing, certification, registration, support, and insurance for members who volunteer with their dogs in animal-assisted activities. ATD’s objective is to form a network of caring individuals and their special dogs, willing to share smiles and joy with people, young and old alike.
ATD is focused on the well-being and the behavior of your dog regardless of age or breed. They look for well-mannered, well-behaved dogs that enjoy meeting people. While obedience training can be useful in a therapy setting, ATD doesn’t require formal training, certifications, or tests other than their own. All dogs tested for ATD’s certification must be up-to-date on vaccines and have a negative fecal exam in the last year. ATD is open to register any breed of dog except wolf or coyote mixes.
Prerequisite:
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Must have basic obedience skills and walk on a loose leash in a heel position well and without using treats.
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Must enjoy being greeted and be comfortable being petted by strangers.
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Must be able to work on 4 foot leash safely around people and other dogs (we provide the 4 foot leash)
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Proof of current Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccinations are required BEFORE the first class. A negative fecal test within the last year is required as well.
Please contact us if you are not sure you meet a requirement OR if your dog was trained at a different facility.
What's included:
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5 - One hour classes
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The last class will be an "Out & About" session
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Includes a 4 foot travel leash needed for therapy test and visits
Not sure where to start to reach your goals? We can help with a no pressure, no obligation conversation to explain our programs. Together we can find the best fit for you and your pup.
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We are excited to tell you about our educated staff, programs, amazing, clean climate controlled facility, and to work on your goals with you to have a well mannered dog everyone loves to be around.