OCTOBER - Intermediate Classes (6+ months)

LEVEL 2 - INTERMEDIATE DOG TRAINING

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Suitable for any dog that has previously completed Level 1 dog training classes with us. Classes will continue advancing techniques learnt during Level 1 dog training classes. Other dogs with already adequate obediance that want to advance their training on request.

4 Week Training Course; 45 minute classes once per week.

What do we cover in our classes? 

• Focus Exercises
• Loose-Lead Walking Exercises
• Recall Activities

Each week the three core topics will be covered, introducing new training behaviours as well as advancing previously taught techniqes and exercises from level 1. 

VENUE - If wet will be held at the Lough Boora Outdoor Pavillion. However if conditions are dry, we will be in the Tullamore Town Park! Details will be sent out to everyone before each class so you know where the class will be each week.

COVID-19 GUIDELINES

Due to the unsual circumstances surrounding coronavirus, we are adhearing to social distancing guidelines during our classes. We ask that your puppy is handled by ONE person only. Your family is welcome to watch from a distance. Our dog trainers will be using hand sanitizers and may also wear a mask if they need to come and help you handle your dog.

OWNER RESPONSIBILITY

·  Dog owner/handler is responsible for their dog at all times during training classes, which includes ensuring that the dog does not become a safety risk towards other dog handlers, dogs or instructors during the class.

·  Dog owner/handler is responsible for the cleanliness and removal of excrement that their dog causes.

·  Only one handler per dog, however other family members can be present watching.

Family members and children are welcome. For the safety of all human and dogs in the classes, please follow these guidelines:

-  Children under 18 must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times

-  No yelling or running will be permitted

-  Children must not approach or pet any other dog in class since not all dogs are comfortable around children.

LIABILITY

·  The instructor reserves the right to remove a dog from training at any time before or during its term, if the instructor determines that a danger exists to the health and safety of other individuals, instructor or dogs in the classes.

·  Owner understands and recognises that there may be a risk of injury or illness in any environment associated with group training classes.

·  Owner agrees to take full responsibility for the action of their dog, themselves and family members, before, after and during classes.

·  At no time will the instructor be liable or responsible for the actions of the owner, the dog or any other person accompanying them to class.

·  Owner understands that any photos and videos taken during training classes may be used on social media/website pages or for use in future training videos. If the owner wishes to not be included in these, please notify training instructors before training begins.

CONTINUED SUPPORT

·  All class attendees will be invited to a WhatsApp group to be used as a platform for uploading videos of training homework tasks.

·  Dog owners should understand that dog training does not just mean attending classes – training a dog is a long term commitment and owners must put in 100% effort outside of classes should they want to see positive results.

·  Force Free Dog Training classes provide the owners with the knowledge and methods for basic dog training, obedience, manners, loose lead walking and safe play, with the aim for owners to be able to continue to practice and perfect these methods at home long term.