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Looking to train your dog in a fun and social environment? Highland Canine Training has got you covered with their group class dog training program held at multiple locations. With courses ranging from basic obedience to advanced off-leash commands, there is something for every dog and owner. Whether you have a puppy who needs foundational behaviors, a high-energy dog who could benefit from dock diving, or a competitive spirit looking to excel in obedience trials or treibball, Highland Canine Training has the class for you. Plus, their training is recommended by veterinarians and comes with a satisfaction guarantee, so you can feel confident in your choice. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your bond with your furry friend and give them the skills they need to thrive. Sign up for a group class today!
Basic Obedience Group Class
Overview
In the Basic Obedience Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training, you and your dog will learn the foundational skills needed for good behavior and obedience. This class is perfect for dogs of all ages and breeds, from puppies to seniors. Through positive reinforcement and effective training techniques, you will develop a strong bond with your furry companion while helping them become well-behaved members of your household.
Skills Taught
During the Basic Obedience Group Class, you and your dog will learn important on-leash skills such as sit, stay, down, come, and loose-leash walking. Additionally, common behavior problems such as jumping, barking, and pulling will be addressed, providing you with the tools and techniques needed to correct these issues.
Duration and Schedule
The Basic Obedience Group Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with each session lasting approximately one hour. These classes are typically held once a week, allowing you and your dog to practice the learned skills and reinforce them between sessions.
Benefits
Participating in the Basic Obedience Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. By teaching your dog essential commands and behaviors, you can improve communication and establish a stronger bond based on trust and respect. This class also provides a great opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs and people, promoting good behavior in various social situations. Furthermore, addressing common behavior problems will create a harmonious and well-balanced living environment for both you and your furry friend.
Intermediate Obedience Group Class
Overview
The Intermediate Obedience Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training builds upon the foundation established in the Basic Obedience Class. Designed for dogs that have completed basic obedience training, this class introduces real-world distractions to further enhance your dog’s obedience skills.
Skills Taught
During the Intermediate Obedience Group Class, you and your dog will focus on reinforcing and improving the commands learned in the basic class. Additionally, new skills such as off-leash recalls, impulse control, and advanced leash manners will be taught. These skills are essential for ensuring that your dog can listen and respond even in more challenging and distracting environments.
Duration and Schedule
Similar to the Basic Obedience Group Class, the Intermediate class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with each session lasting approximately one hour. These classes are typically held once a week, allowing you and your dog to continue building upon the foundation established in basic training.
Benefits
Participating in the Intermediate Obedience Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. By further developing your dog’s obedience skills and introducing real-world distractions, you will be better equipped to handle various situations and environments. This class will strengthen the bond between you and your dog and help them become a well-behaved companion in any setting.
Advanced Obedience Group Class
Overview
The Advanced Obedience Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is designed for dogs that have completed both the Basic and Intermediate Obedience classes. This class takes obedience skills to the next level by teaching off-leash commands and advanced obedience techniques.
Skills Taught
During the Advanced Obedience Group Class, you and your dog will work on refining the commands previously learned in the Basic and Intermediate classes. Additionally, advanced skills such as off-leash heeling, distance commands, and reliable recalls will be taught. These skills are crucial for ensuring that your dog has a high level of obedience and can demonstrate self-control even without the restriction of a leash.
Duration and Schedule
Similar to the previous group classes, the Advanced class consists of six consecutive weeks of training with one-hour sessions held once a week. This schedule allows for consistent training and practice to solidify the advanced obedience skills.
Benefits
Participating in the Advanced Obedience Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. By mastering off-leash commands and advanced obedience techniques, you will have greater control over your dog’s behavior in any situation. This class will also strengthen the bond between you and your dog, as it requires a high level of trust and communication. Additionally, the skills learned in this class will set the foundation for further advanced training or participation in dog sports and competitions.
Puppy Group Class
Overview
The Puppy Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is specifically tailored to meet the needs of puppies aged 8 weeks to 5 months. This class provides a positive and structured environment for puppies to learn basic obedience and socialize with other puppies and people.
Types of Classes
Highland Canine Training offers two types of Puppy Group Classes: Puppy Head Start and Puppy Socialization.
The Puppy Head Start class is designed for puppies aged 8 to 14 weeks and focuses on setting a solid foundation for good behavior and training. This class covers basic obedience commands, housebreaking, crate training, bite inhibition, and more.
The Puppy Socialization class is for puppies aged 14 weeks to 5 months and emphasizes socialization skills with other puppies and people. This class helps puppies develop proper social skills, navigate new environments, and build confidence.
Skills Taught
Both types of Puppy Group Classes cover essential skills such as sit, down, stay, come, and loose-leash walking. These classes also address common puppy behavior issues such as nipping, jumping, and chewing. Through positive reinforcement training methods, your puppy will learn proper manners and behaviors.
Duration and Schedule
The Puppy Group Classes consist of six consecutive weeks of training, with one-hour sessions held once a week. These classes provide consistent training and reinforcement to help your puppy establish good habits and behaviors at an early age.
Benefits
Participating in the Puppy Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your furry companion. By starting training at a young age, you can set a solid foundation for lifelong obedience and good behavior. These classes also provide an excellent opportunity for your puppy to socialize with other puppies, helping them develop proper social skills and reducing the risk of behavioral issues in the future. Additionally, early training and socialization can promote confidence and reduce fear or anxiety in unfamiliar situations, creating a happier and well-adapted adult dog.
Dock Diving Group Class
Overview
The Dock Diving Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is perfect for dogs with excess energy and a love for water. This class introduces dogs to the exciting sport of dock diving, where they learn how to safely swim and jump into a pool.
Skills Taught
During the Dock Diving Group Class, dogs will learn various skills required for safe and successful dock diving. These skills include improving swimming techniques, jumping off the dock, and retrieving toys. Dogs will also learn to build confidence and overcome any fear of water.
Duration and Schedule
The Dock Diving Group Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with one-hour sessions held once a week. This schedule allows dogs to practice their skills and gradually build confidence and proficiency in dock diving.
Benefits
Participating in the Dock Diving Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. This class provides an enjoyable and physically stimulating activity for dogs, helping to burn off excess energy and prevent boredom. Dock diving is also a great way to strengthen the bond between you and your furry companion, as you work together towards achieving goals and mastering new skills. Additionally, this class offers a unique opportunity for dogs to engage in a water-based sport and have a blast while doing so.
K9 Scent Work Group Class
Overview
The K9 Scent Work Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is ideal for those who are interested in training their dogs to use their nose to find different odors. This class can be enjoyed as a competitive sport or simply for fun and mental stimulation.
Skills Taught
During the K9 Scent Work Group Class, dogs will learn how to search for and identify specific odors. They will be introduced to various scent detection exercises and how to indicate when they have found the target odor. Dogs will also learn proper search techniques and develop their natural scenting abilities.
Duration and Schedule
Similar to the other group classes, the K9 Scent Work Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training with one-hour sessions held once a week. This duration allows for consistent practice and progression in scent work skills.
Benefits
Participating in the K9 Scent Work Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. This class provides mental stimulation and engagement for dogs, as they tap into their natural scenting abilities. It also promotes focus, problem-solving skills, and confidence in your furry companion. Additionally, scent work can help build a stronger bond between you and your dog, as you work together as a team to sniff out the target odors.
Search and Rescue Group Class
Overview
The Search and Rescue Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is designed for those interested in training their dogs for search and rescue work. This class covers tracking, odor theory, and basic training principles for tracking and trailing dogs.
Skills Taught
During the Search and Rescue Group Class, dogs will learn fundamental skills required for search and rescue work. This includes tracking scents and following trails, recognizing human scents, indicating when they have found a person, and learning to work in various environments and scenarios. Dogs will also develop their problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate challenging terrain.
Duration and Schedule
The Search and Rescue Group Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with one-hour sessions held once a week. This schedule allows dogs to practice and refine their skills over time, gradually progressing towards becoming proficient in search and rescue work.
Benefits
Participating in the Search and Rescue Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. This class allows you to tap into your dog’s natural instincts and abilities, providing them with a fulfilling and purposeful outlet for their energy. It also promotes mental stimulation and problem-solving skills, as dogs navigate challenging search scenarios. Additionally, the training and skills learned in this class can be valuable in real-life search and rescue situations, potentially saving lives and making a positive impact in your community.
Clicker Foundation Group Class
Overview
The Clicker Foundation Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training provides the foundation for using a clicker in training. This class is a prerequisite for other advanced training classes, as it teaches dogs to associate the sound of a clicker with positive reinforcement.
Skills Taught
During the Clicker Foundation Group Class, dogs will learn the fundamental concepts of clicker training. They will be introduced to the principles of operant conditioning, learning how to respond to the sound of a clicker as a signal for correct behavior. Dogs will also learn basic commands and behaviors using the clicker as a marker for desired actions.
Duration and Schedule
Similar to the other group classes, the Clicker Foundation Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with one-hour sessions held once a week. This schedule allows for consistent practice and reinforcement of clicker training techniques.
Benefits
Participating in the Clicker Foundation Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your dog. The clicker training method is a highly effective and positive way to communicate with your dog, as it provides clear feedback and rewards for desirable behaviors. Clicker training also enhances focus and motivation in dogs, as they associate the sound of the clicker with a reward. Additionally, the skills learned in this class can serve as a foundation for further advanced training and allow for more precise and refined behaviors in your dog.
Agility for Fun Group Class
Overview
The Agility for Fun Group Class offered by Highland Canine Training is perfect for those who want to have a blast with their dogs while learning the fundamentals of agility. This class focuses on ground work and teaches dogs how to navigate obstacles and jumps.
Skills Taught
During the Agility for Fun Group Class, dogs will learn the basics of agility training. They will be introduced to different agility obstacles such as tunnels, jumps, A-frames, seesaws, and weave poles. Dogs will learn how to maneuver through these obstacles using proper technique and build coordination and confidence in the process.
Duration and Schedule
Similar to the other group classes, the Agility for Fun Class consists of six consecutive weeks of training, with one-hour sessions held once a week. This schedule allows for consistent practice and progression in agility skills.
Benefits
Participating in the Agility for Fun Group Class offers numerous benefits for both you and your furry companion. This class provides an enjoyable and physically stimulating activity for dogs, helping to burn off excess energy and prevent boredom. Agility training also enhances coordination, balance, and overall fitness levels in dogs. Additionally, this class promotes mental stimulation and problem-solving skills as dogs navigate through the various obstacles. It also creates a stronger bond between you and your dog, as you work together as a team to tackle the agility course.
Training for All Breeds and Age Groups
Overview
Highland Canine Training offers training for all breeds and age groups, ensuring that you can find the perfect group class for your dog, regardless of their breed or age. From puppies to seniors, Highland Canine Training has a class that will cater to your dog’s specific needs and abilities.
Veterinarian Recommendation
Training your dog is not only beneficial for their behavior and obedience but also for their overall well-being and health. Many veterinarians recommend participating in group classes as a way to socialize your dog and provide mental and physical stimulation. Training exercises the mind and provides an outlet for physical energy, which can aid in preventing behavioral issues and contribute to a happy and balanced dog.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Highland Canine Training stands behind the quality of their group classes and offers a satisfaction guarantee. They are confident in their training methods and experienced instructors, ensuring that you and your dog will receive the utmost care and attention throughout the training process. If, for any reason, you are not satisfied with the group class experience, Highland Canine Training will work with you to make it right and ensure that you and your dog achieve your training goals.
In conclusion, participating in group classes offered by Highland Canine Training provides numerous benefits for you and your dog. Whether you are looking to establish a strong foundation in obedience, explore fun and exciting dog sports, or address specific behavior issues, there is a group class suited for every dog and owner. From basic obedience to advanced training, puppy classes to specialized activities, Highland Canine Training offers a comprehensive range of group classes that cater to all breeds and age groups. So why wait? Enroll your dog in a group class today and watch them transform into a well-behaved and happy canine companion.
