Distraction Proofing Class
(An Intermediate Level
Canine Good Citizen class)
Basic Manners Proofing
This class includes a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluation
Video from a Distraction Proofing Class
Class Goals:
Many owners will say that their dogs know how to obey at home, but when they are in the veterinarian’s office, the park, or out on a walk around the neighborhood, its a different story. This is the class that will help your dog understand that these commands still apply in the face of more enticing opportunities. The focus of this class is on getting dogs to obey their owners in the presence of distractions. Games and exercises focus on preparing dogs and handlers to go beyond the Canine Good Citizen objectives and to build solid sit-stays, down-stays, and recalls. The Canine Good Citizen test is given as the last class and is included in the price of the class.
Class Prerequisites
- Dogs must be Behaviorally Healthy and not have aggression issues with other dogs.
- Dogs must have some training (respond to “sit”, “down”, “stay”, and “come”) and are at least 7 months old. No upper age limits.
- All dogs must have Rabies and DHPP vaccinations or titers. Proof of vaccinations or titers must be brought to first class. Dogs without proof of vaccinations or titers will not be able to participate. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.
- No shock collars, e-collars, prong collars or choke chains allowed in class.
- Pre-registration with pre-payment is required.
Tuition: $220
Duration: Once a week for 7 weeks; First class is orientation, without dogs
Class Size: 6-8 Dogs Maximum
TYPICAL PROGRESSION OF CLASSES:
PUPPY CLASS | PUPPY CONFIDENCE & AGILITY CLASS | CANINE GOOD CITIZEN CLASS | DISTRACTION PROOFING CLASS | SPORTS CLASSES
Click on Date to Register
Monday Classes
11:00am-noon
Instructor: Dana Shulman
The Training Hall
(2025) Jan 6 | Mar 10 | May 12 | Jul 14 | Sept 22 |
Thursday Classes
08:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Christie Canfield
Location: The Training Hall
(2025) Jan 9 | Mar 13 | May 15 | Jul 31 | Oct 2