Puppy, Beginner Novice & Novice Obedience classes with Tropics K9 Academy
Cecilia Armesto of Tropics K9 Academy will be using the Paws in Motion facility to offer Puppy, Beginner Novice, Novice & Novice Plus Obedience classes in January 2022
The schedule is as follows:
Monday nights starting January 10 for 6 wks
6pm – STAR PUPPY and 7pm – Beginner NOVICE
Thursday nights starting January 13 for 6 wks
6pm – NOVICE PLUS and 7pm – NOVICE OBEDIENCE
Questions can be directed to: tropicsk9academy@gmail.com
Visit www.tropicsk9academy.com/classes/obedience/ for descriptions of each class and to register for Cecilia’s classes
CGC/CGCA & Tricks Tests this Saturday
Due to a recent request we have added CGC/CGCA & Tricks Tests to our schedule this Saturday
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Canine Good Citizen & Advanced CGC Tests & Trick Dog Tests
When: Saturday, October 30th starting at 2:00 pm (see more info below regarding the schedule.)
Who: Open to any dog* Where: Paws in Motion, 8935 SW 129th Street, Miami FL 33176
Cost: CGC/CGCA Tests: $20 Test
Trick Dog Titles: $15 per test ($5 discount on the Novice test for CGC Title holders)
*AKC registration is required in order for the CGCA & Trick Dog Title(s) to be recorded by the AKC. Application for registration can be done after the test(s). Mixed breeds may be registered as Canine Partners. If your dog is not currently AKC registered, you can learn more about your AKC registration options at https://www.akc.org/register/dog/
Read below for more information on the test requirements.
Please reserve your testing spot(s) by emailing tracypaws@gmail.com
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SCHEDULE:2:00 pm CGC & Advanced CGC Tests followed by Trick Dog Testing.
Once we see how many reservations we receive for the CGC & CGCA tests, we will give you an estimated start time for the Tricks tests.
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Test Description: There are 10 separate tests in the CGC test.
1-Accepting a friendly stranger
2-Sitting politely for petting
3-Appearance & Grooming
4-Walking on a loose leash
5-Walking through a crowd
6-Sit & Down on command/Stay in place
7-Come when called
8-Reaction to another dog
9-Reactions to distractions
10-Supervised Separation
For more information on the CGC test visit AKC’s website http://www.akc.org/events/cgc/
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Dogs must pass all 10 items of the test to receive the Advanced CGC title.
• Dog stands, sits or lies down and waits under control while the owner:
• Walks on a loose leash in a natural situation (not in a ring) — does not pull.
• Walks on loose leash through a crowd
• Dog walks past distraction dogs present; does not pull.
• Sit — stay in small group (3 other people with dogs).
• Dog allows person who is carrying something (backpack, computer bag, etc.) to approach and pet it.
• “Leave it.” Dog walks by food and follows owner instructions, “Leave it.”
• Down or sit stay — distance (owner’s choice). • Recall with distractions present (coming when called).
• Dog will sit or stand stay (owner’s choice) while owner enters/exits a doorway or narrow passageway.
For more information on the CGCA test visit AKC’s website on CGCA
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Saturday October 30th, after the CGC and Advanced CGC Tests:Trick Dog Novice, Intermediate & Advanced Level Tests Cost: $15 per test ($5 discount on the Novice test for CGC Title holders)
NOVICE TRICK DOG (TKN)
The dog performs 10 skills from the Novice list. If a dog has a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate or title on record at AKC, it can do 5 Novice tricks (CGC + 5) to earn the Novice title.
INTERMEDIATE TRICK DOG (TKI)
The dog must have the Novice title, plus perform 10 Intermediate tricks.
ADVANCED TRICK DOG (TKA)
The dog must have the Intermediate title, plus perform 10 tricks from the Advanced list.Please reserve your testing spot(s) by emailing tracypaws@gmail.com
We will have the following props available: Jump, Tunnel, Table/Platform, Balance Beam, Seesaw, Weave Poles. Be prepared to bring any other required props for your tricks.
We will send you more information regarding the Trick Dog Testing details & schedule once you have signed up.You can learn more about the required tricks here – http://www.akc.org/trick-Dog/trick-dog-applications/
Tracy Hanna Paws in Motiontracypaws@gmail.com305.251.5867www.paws-in-motion.com
Puppy & Obedience classes starting this week
Whether you just want your dog to be a great companion or hope to start him on the road to competitive dog sports, you’ll need the Basics & more. Encourage your friends and neighbors to train their dogs. It makes for a nice canine community as well as enriching the lives of both human & canine.
Upcoming Classes
FOUNDATIONS for AGILITY: Sunday 5:00-6:00 pm starting February 22nd. Six-week course, $125. This is the pre-requisite class for BEGINNING OBSTACLES. FOUNDATIONS for AGILITY covers groundwork exercises for agility, such as fast downs, recalls, side changes, targeting, self-control exercises, parallel movement at speed and more. It also includes an introduction to jumping foundation work. Instructor: Andrea Atkinson
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Leslie McDevitt’s “Control Unleashed” Program was designed for dogs that are easily distracted or aroused; reactive or uncomfortable around other dogs or people; lacking self-control; or just anxious, stressed & shut-down. Our class will go over the key notes of the program, and will work through her exercises designed to help these dogs “cope” with the real world. Minimum enrollment to start: 4 dogs. Instructor: Sheyla Gutierrez, CPDT-KA.
Whether you just want your dog to be a great companion or hope to start him on the road to competitive dog sports, you’ll need the Basics & more. Encourage your friends and neighbors to train their dogs. It makes for a nice canine community as well as enriching the lives of both human & canine.
January Classes
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Also, these classes are on-going:
Saturdays: Utility Practice (8:00-9:00 am); Open Prep (9:30-10:30 am); Obedience Competition Prep (10:30-11:30 am); Rally Coursework (11:30 am-12:30 pm) $15 for one class or two with one dog for $25 (except Utility). Reservations required and typically open on the preceding Tuesday. Next classes: Jan 4 & 11.
Wednesdays: Outdoor Agility Coursework at FreeSpirit: 5:00-6:30 pm – $20 pay as you go.
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Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Skills: Wednesday, January 8th – 6:00 to 7:00 pm. 6 sessions for $125.
BUILDING BLOCKS FOR STELLAR PERFORMANCE DOGS: Starting Wednesday January 8th. 8:30-9:30pm— 6 sessions for $125.
Getting a new dog or puppy ready for a performance sport career requires:
– Building a strong working relationship through focus & control exercises;
– Creating enthusiasm & motivation including building their natural toy- and play-drives;
– Developing good balance & body awareness to maximize athleticism & minimize injuries over a long career; and
– Establishing a complete understanding of basic cues and commands for good manners.
These “Building Blocks” will create a good foundation for performance sports by building trust and a desire to work with you from the beginning. Whether you have a young pup or a new rescue that needs to develop some confidence, the exercises and games in this class will help you bond together and be better prepared for a performance career. And it never hurts to revisit these “building blocks” with more experienced dogs to refresh these skills.
Come learn all the fun ways to train these skills in your upcoming performance star – but most importantly, show them that spending time with you is REWARDING!!! This is the basis for a good career in performance sports. After all, it’s not just about the dog, but about the team you can become!
Instructor Sheyla Gutierrez.
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OBEDIENCE CLASSES: Saturdays – starting January 25th, cost is $125 for six sessions or $25 per class.
Whether you just want your dog to be a great companion or hope to start him on the road to competitive dog sports, you’ll need the Basics & more. Encourage your friends and neighbors to train their dogs. It makes for a nice canine community as well as enriching the lives of both human & canine.
Foundations for Agility class Wednesdays, starting January 8th at 9:30 am or Mondays, starting January 13th
On-going Classes
Most Saturday Mornings: Cost is $15 for one class or both on one day with one dog for $25*. Next Saturday morning training dates – Jan 4th & 11th. Reservations required. Call or email to be added to our Reservation Reminder list.
Utility Practice (8:00-9:00) Utility Obedience exercises for those finishing their CDX and getting ready for Utility (*not eligible for multiple class discount).
Obedience Competition Prep (10:30-11:30 am) Beginner Novice & Novice for those showing or getting ready to show in Beginner Novice & Novice.
Rally Coursework (11:30 am-12:30 pm). Rally Novice or Advanced.
Instructor: Jackie Kurzban
CONFORMATION HANDLING: Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm. Learn ring procedure, handling tips and how to emphasize your dog’s best traits as your dog gets accustomed to the conformation routine & environment. Pre-requisite: Dogs must be accustomed to walking on a leash. $10 per night. Instructor: George Griffin
The class will include heeling, turning left/right/around, sit and down stays, sit and stands for exam and other exercises all with various levels of distractions including people, other dogs and other distractions you would encounter at a dog show. You can work at your own level – some dogs might be off leash, others not.
2-Heeling as a group, either in a circle or in line. Includes 1/4 turns, circle right/left, about turns etc. Dogs can be taken off lead if ready.
3-Sit / stand for exam. Those handler that can leave their dogs will examine each dog. Can be done with handler at side of dog or as in trial.
4-Recall-done down the center of two lines, every other dog or criss cross depending upon class size and composition.
5-Finishes will be added to the recall but not every time.
6-Figure eight proofing will be done as a weaving exercise between the other dogs.
7-Games like tic tac toe and musical chairs can be added as well.
Because the exercises are done as a group, dog/handler teams get plenty of practice.
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