Canine College Level 1 Course includes:

Attention - Looking to owner when he hears his/her name.

Socialisation - Being comfortable with different breeds and aged dogs.

Being relaxed and comfortable with different people.

Good manners - Sit, drop and stay.                                                                

Meet and greet people on lead.                                    

Wait at a doorway to let owners through.                                     

Walking nicely on lead.                                     

Come when called (an extremely important command for every dog.)

Calm behaviour – settling on his mat.     

Effective and appropriate leadership.

Communicating and understanding your dog - Recognising stress and calming signals in your dog and other dogs.

Managing common problem behaviour - for example chewing, digging, barking and jumping.

Responsible dog ownership – including understanding local council dog laws.

Basic Agility - to help reinforce the commands learnt in a fun and relaxed environment.

What to Bring

A hungry dog, with a flat collar and lead (no check chains please).

A variety of training treats that your dog loves (eg liver, chicken, cheese etc).

Something with which to settle your dog such as a ‘Kong’ or a favourite toy.

A mat for your dog to lie on.

A supply of poo bags.

Where : Boronia Park Boy Scout Hall, Farnell St, Boronia Park.

Cost : $250 for an eight week course Classes are of a one hour duration on Saturday mornings.