Class Descriptions

Email classes@carolinadogtrainingclub.com with any questions about enrollments in any class.

Proof of current vaccines is required for all classes.

Puppy 1

For puppies up to 17 weeks on the first day of class

The purpose of this class is to help you develop a good relationship with your puppy. We will cover how to live with and care for your puppy, as well as common puppy problems. We will also work on basic commands with positive reinforcement methods. In addition, your puppy will learn to socialize with other puppies and people. Family members are invited. If enrolling in one of these classes, please download the Puppy class information sheet. Please note: if you register for the incorrect class, based on your pup's age, you will be moved into the correct class.

Puppy 2

For puppies up to 26 weeks on the first day of class

Beginner 1

For dogs 6 months and up who have had little to no training

In the Beginner I class we teach fundamentals of positive reinforcement, leadership, and communication with your dog. Exercises include basic beginning obedience commands such as attention, sit, down, and stay, as well as beginning recalls (Come!), loose leash walking, settling, and proper use of hand signals/treats.

Beginner 2

For dogs who have completed Beginner 1

In this class, we continue basic obedience skills with more focus on loose leash walking, adding distractions to basic exercises (sit, down, stay, attention), polite greetings, recalls, settling, and heeling. We also begin to address the dog/human communications -tone of voice, body posture, hand signals, and understanding what your dog sees/hears.

Canine Good Citizen

For dogs who have completed Beginner 1 & Beginner 2

In this class we cover exercises required for the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification, as well as continue perfecting basic obedience skills. We will administer the CGC test on the last day of the class, but participation is optional. A nominal additional fee is required to take the CGC test. Once you have passed the test, you will receive a certificate of completion from the American Kennel Club. Please click here for more information on the AKC CGC certification.

Rally

For dogs who have completed Beginner 1 & Beginner 2

In Rally the dog and handler follow a course made up of 10 – 20 stations, with signs posted with specific exercises that must be performed. Participants in the Novice-level class will be taught how to interpret and perform the different Rally signs, how to read a Rally course map, how to prepare for a Rally trial, and much, much more. Advanced and Excellent level classes are also occasionally available.

Beginner Scent Work

For dogs 4 months and up

This class is an introduction, to working with a dog's natural ability, building their confidence and ability to work independently. A class for the dog to enjoy and eventually be able to find a specific odor.

Continuing Scent Work

For dogs 4 months and up & who have completed Beginner Scent Work

Continuing Scent Work is for teams that have completed the Beginner's Scent Work Class. The goal of this class is to further develop both the dog's and handler's techniques to eventually trial at all elements.