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Originally Posted by Bdmcs324  I know I am going to enroll Ludo in a Petsmart class, but which one would you recommend the puppy class or the beginner class? He is only 12 weeks old -- he sort of knows how to sit and fetch already. I just don't want to sign up for the puppy class and feel like he has learned nothing or wish he would have learned more.
Can anyone give any good descriptions of the two? |
Hope this helps....
Puppy Education
Get your puppy off on the right paw with classes that encourage good behaviors while helping you establish a strong bond with your new arrival.
For puppies 10 weeks to 5 months old.
Certificate of completion earned.
Course length: 8 weeks.
Key topics include:
Introduction to simple cues, such as sit, come and stay
Basic manners
Socialization with people and other dogs
Relationship-forming games
Problem prevention
Tips on puppy health, grooming and nutrition
Beginner Education
Specifically tailored for puppies over 5 months and adult dogs that have had no previous training.
Certificate of completion earned.
Course length: 8 weeks.
Key topics include:
Simple cues, such as sit, come, down and others
Problem solving
House manners
Canine health, grooming and nutrition
Relationship-forming games
Intermediate Education
This course will help further develop your dog?s ability to learn behaviors involving more distance, duration and distractions.
Certificate of completion earned.
Course length: 8 weeks.
Prerequisite: puppy or beginner education, or comparable skill level.
Key topics include:
Brief review of basic cues
Cues such as stay from a distance
Learning despite distractions
Relationship-forming games
Additional cues (heel, stand and more)