Good Citizen Dog Scheme -Silver Class

Service Description

🗓️ Good Citizen Dog Scheme Silver Class – Rolling Format (Spring 2025) This term, we're offering a rolling class format for our Silver group to allow more flexibility for those with busy or varied schedules. Here’s how it works: Classes run on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm You’ll be offered 8 sessions between April and June You can attend any 6 sessions from the dates below The cost is £100 for 6 sessions, paid upfront to confirm your place You can add up to 2 extra sessions at £16 each if space allows This flexible approach allows you to train consistently at a pace that suits you, while still building the skills and structure needed to succeed at Silver level. ✅ Available Dates: 14th April 202 21st April 2025 28th April 2025 5th May 2025 12th May 2025 19th May 2025 2nd June 2025 9th June 2025 Course Content: ✔ Play & Engagement – Strengthening the bond between you and your dog through structured play. ✔ Road Walking – Teaching calm, controlled behaviour around traffic. ✔ Recall from Distractions – Developing a reliable recall even in challenging environments. ✔ Controlled Greetings – Encouraging polite interactions with people. ✔ Food Manners – Promoting patience and appropriate behaviour around food. ✔ Two-Minute Stay – Teaching impulse control and patience. ✔ Vehicle Control – Helping your dog get in and out of a car calmly. ✔ Handling & Examination – Preparing your dog to be calmly handled by a stranger (e.g., vets, groomers). ✔ Come Away from Distractions – Teaching your dog to disengage from distractions on cue. What to Bring: Flat Collar or Harness (No slip leads or head collars) Non-Retractable, No Slip Leads Selection of Treats (Moist treats like sausage or cheese work best) Toy (For engagement and reward) Dog Bowl & Water Poo Bags Mat/Bed (For the settle exercises) Perfect Fit Harnesses, Training Leads, Toys, and Treats are available for purchase at the training venue. Class Guidelines: ✅ Water & Bowl – Please bring your own. ✅ Registered Dogs Only – No unregistered dogs at the venue. ✅ Dogs on Lead – Keep dogs on lead at all times within the training area. ✅ Designated Walking Area – Only walk dogs in the designated area. ✅ Clean Up After Your Dog – Use the provided bins or take waste with you. ✅ Behavioural Concerns – If your dog struggles with reactivity (barking/lunging at people or dogs), please contact us to arrange 1-2-1 training before enrolling in the class.