Pet DogTraining Courses at Morningside KennelsA sociable and well mannered dog is a happy dog and a joy to be with, it is easier to take him out in public and to have friends visit your home.
 Training can be fun and is rewarding for both dog and owner.
OUR TRAINING METHODS
We use only kind reward based training methods.
Our simple but effective training techniques encompass all the skills necessary for a happy and rewarding partnership with your dog. We provide a foundation that teaches an understanding of how our dogs learn and assist you to train your dog to be obedient in everyday situations.
Morningside Pet Dog Training Centre complies with the Kennel Club Code of Practise for dog training and holds Kennel Club Listed Status for the Good Citizen Dog Scheme. Classes take place in a friendly and relaxed environment at our purpose built training centre. They are open to all breeds and ages - puppies on completion of their vaccinations .
Participants can work progressively towards the Kennel Club Good Citizen Award Scheme. The Award Scheme is a nationally recognised Kennel Club standard promoting and supporting responsible dog ownership. There are four levels of the Scheme, namely Puppy Foundation, Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each award is a natural progression and aims to develop understanding and knowledge, while building a dog's confidence and levels of obedience.
 OUR TRAINING COURSESEach course consists of eight sessions (Foundation seven sessions) and involves a gradual development of basic exercises aimed at daily life situations.
Participants have the option to take the Kennel Club Good Citizen Assessment at the last session of the Bronze, Silver and Gold courses.
The Puppy Foundation is assessed over the duration of the course.
Bronze, Silver and Gold Certificates are awarded by the Kennel Club on successful completion of each individual level.
 " A trained dog is a happy dog"Kennel Club Good Citizen Award Scheme.
Puppy/Foundation Award
Specialises in training owners to train their puppies. There is no minimun training standard required as long as the puppy is less than 12 months when the course is completed.
The following modules are covered
1. Responsibility and Care 7. Puppy Recall
2. Cleanliness and Identification 8. Basic puppy positions
3. Attentive response to name 9. Walking in a controlled manner
4. Play 10. Short stay
5. Socialisation 11. Taking articles away
6. Handling 12. Food Manners
Everyone is given a puppy foundation diary which records your puppy's progress. An official Kennel Club rosette and certificate will be awarded on completion of the course.
Bronze Award
Aims to teach the dog to walk and behave in a controlled manner. It is a basic standard that all dogs can achieve with correct training, handling and practise. There is no minimum standard required.
The following modules are included
1. Walking in a controlled manner
2. Contol at doorways
3. Socialisation
4. Short stays
5. Basic positions
6. Returning when called (recall)
 Silver Award
A natural progression of practical training skills which builds on the Bronze level and introduces new concepts which are important in everyday life situations. Minimum standard is to have achieved Bronze level.
1. Playing with the dog 6. Come away from distractions
2. Road walk 7. Controlled greeting
3. Recall 8. Food Manners
4. Stays 9. Examination of dog
5.Vehicle control 10. Responsibility and care
Gold Award
The highest level of achievement within the scheme, building on the skills learnt in the silver award and developing more advanced training skills of the dog and handler providing a greater understanding and control. Minimum standard is to have achieved Silver level.
1. Road walk 6. Stop the dog (emergency stop)
2. Return to handlers side 7. Relaxed isolation
3.Walk free (not on lead) beside handler 8. Food manners
4.Stay in the down position 9.Examination of dog
5.Send the dog to bed (sendaway) 10. Responsibility and care.
 COURSE DATES
New courses for Puppy Foundation/Bronze/Silver commence
Sat 03rd July 2010 - Full
Registrations now being taken for Puppy Foundation/Bronze courses
commencing 23rd Oct. 2010
The full cost of a course is £55.00.
As places are limited it is necessary to register on the course.
A registration fee of £10.00 is required to book your place
The balance of £45.00 is payable at the first class.
Please note refunds cannot be made for unattended classes or in the event of the course not being completed, however should you not be able to complete the course due to e.g. bitch in season , you will be offered a place on the next course covering the weeks you missed.
Academy of Dog Training & Behaviour Gold Level Approved Trainer
Kennel Club Listed
For further details please contact us
on 01772 614715
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