Studies show that dogs and kids possess many similar traits. They both don't understand what "no" means and don't sit still. While we can't train your kids, we can certainly help you learn the fundamentals necessary to speak the same language as your dog. Through our dog obedience training, you will grow a bond with your dog that you never knew you could have. And who knows, maybe your dog can teach your kids too.
Classes run for six week sessions, one hour one evening per week at our dog daycare facility.
NOW OFFERING:
Puppy Kindergarten
In Puppy K we will learn the foundation for positive reinforcement and marker training. Intro to good leash manners as well as discussing what a correction is and where/when in life corrections apply. We will also run through a variety of conditioning exercises and desensitization drills. Always working on building your relationship and engagement with your pup. Have the ability to ask questions regarding every day house life and structural foundation at home.
When: Tuesdays 6:45pm for six weeks
Cost: $275
Obedience 1
In Obedience 1 with we will be strengthening the relationship and bond between you and your dog. Learn the fundamentals of positive reinforcement to reward your companions properly for good behaviors as well as how to correct negative behaviors. Build engagement with your furry loved one while learning how to reliably attain basic commands and loose leash walking. Commands focused on are Sit, Down, Stay, Heel, and a reliable Recall (Here,Come) to you from a "Stay" position.
When: Tuesdays 7:45pm for six weeks
Cost: $325
Obedience 2 + AKC Canine Good Citizen
After having a good understanding of commands, it's time to put all that knowledge to the test in an outdoor setting, real world setting, having people approach, and on walks. Having a well adjusted dog in different scenarios is very important for their socialization, physical and mental stimulation. This class will teach your dog to use their learned skills to adapt and work through situations in the real world with you. At the end of the session there will be a test for AKC CGC certification.
When: Wednesdays 7:45pm for six weeks.
Cost: $325
***ALL DOGS ATTENDING MUST HAVE RABIES, DISTEMPER, & BORDETELLA VACCINE***
***No refunds for cancellations***
Rianna Ramirez, CPDT-KA has been an active part of the animal welfare community since 2013. She began as a volunteer, and quickly transitioned to working at the RISPCA as Animal Care and Adoption Specialist. She transitioned into working at a doggie daycare. At the doggie daycare she worked on training while earning experience and hours to obtain her CPDT-KA. Rianna has mentored under Heather Gutshall ACDBC, CPDT-KA, and acted as the Assistant Trainer for Outbound Hounds Reactive Class and PIT (Basic 1) Class. She returned to the RISPCA in 2020 as the Dog Behavior Specialist and Kennel Manager, where she was able to offer post-adoption support, and work closely with behavior dogs. Rianna remains active in animal welfare, volunteering for Handsome Dan’s Rescue and several municipal shelters in Rhode Island.
Outside of the animal world, Rianna is a wife and mother to 2 girls, 2 dogs named Zero and Tank and a cat named Muffins. On her spare time, she enjoys baking and going to farmers markets.
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