Cranky Canine
Description
This is a specialized program for dogs who make embarrassing displays at the end of their leash. In these classes, we use reward-based training and humane tools and techniques.These classes are held indoors in a secure location with visual barriers and timed entrances and exits, so that we can ensure safety and working below threshold at all times.
These classes are not a "cure" for your dog's behaviour but you will learn how to handle and train your dog to work toward your goals while taking advantage of an opportunity to practice with other dogs in a safe and controlled environment.
This is an eight-session course and the first class is mandatory and humans only! All other classes are kept to 45-60 minutes due to the nature of the activities. Classes are small in order to ensure safety and personal attention.
When working on reactivity in private lessons, you may end up spending up to (or over) a thousand dollars as it takes time to teach your dog alternate behaviours, counter condition them, then teach them how to walk nicely on leash, and finally help them learn how to make a safe or socially acceptable decision when in a situation that causes them tension.
As a participant in a reactive dog class like Cranky Canine, you work through an intense program with two knowledgable instructors, the support of other classmates who understand your struggles, in a safe and secure location with controlled setups and hands-on direction. It will also cost a fraction of what you would likely be spending in private lessons.
The goals for this course will vary from dog to dog, but a realistic goal for many dogs is to be able to pass other dogs on the street safely.
Curriculum
We will:- learn about reactivity and aggression,
- counter condition responses to stimuli,
- increase our dogs' focus on us,
- recognize and reward calming signals,
- learn how to get out of a tight situation in the “real world”,
- decrease arousal levels,
- shorten recovery time and
- desensitize them to the presence and proximity of other dogs
Requirements
- dogs four (4) months and older
- dogs must be healthy and up to date on vaccinations
- humane tools and equipment (ask us!)
Schedule
Classes are 50-60 minutes in length and run for four intensive weeks starting at various times throughout the year. Our next class starts on: March 8th, 2012 @ 8:45pmOrientation (mandatory) is on March 4th, 2012 from 7:00pm-9:00pm 2 spots left!
Your spot must be reserved in advance as there are only 3-4 dogs allowed per class.
Pricing
$400 +HST per series.
Registration
All students must register online and will be contacted within 48 hours with details about requirements, and payment options.Click here to register
Policies
Click here for our cancellation/missed class policy.
Caryn Charlie Liles
Whatta Pup!
E-mail: c (dot) liles (at) whattapup (dot) ca
OR
Mirkka Koivusalo
Mindful Behaviors
416-312-8531
E-mail: mirkka (at) mindfulbehaviors (dot) ca
Download the poster
Click here to download to poster to send to friends and family who may be in need.Once a client, always a client. After you have completed any one of our courses, we are available by phone or e-mail for follow-up questions, clarification and referrals, free of charge.
Testimonials
" ...Since taking the course, Teddy has practically stopped reacting to the presence of other dogs, since we are consistently reinforcing good, constructive behaviour from Teddy using all of the great tools given to us over the 8 sessions..." Erica & Andrew, Toronto
