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We are pleased to host Jenni Coes as our CGC Instructor!

The CGC concept applies to both ends of the leash and all CGC classes include training for the owner on responsible dog ownership.   The CGC is a six week program at $175 per dog.  Classes meet once per week.

The CGC program prepares your dog to take the ten step test offered by the AKC, which presents a training curriculum stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs including:

• Accepting a Friendly Stranger
• Sitting Politely for Petting
• Appearance and Grooming
• Out for a Walk (Walking on a Loose Leash)
• Walking Through a Crowd
• Sit and Down on Command
• Staying in Place
• Coming When Called
• Reaction to Another Dog
• Reaction to Distractions
• Supervised Separation

CGC is also the first step you need to take if you are thinking of doing any therapy dog work.

To register for this class, please visit our online customer portal:  Gingr Customer Portal..

Payment in full is due at the time of registration.   All pups must be up to date on vaccines in accordance with The Town’s policy.  The CGC test will be held on the last session of class.   Space is limited to 8 pups – reserve NOW to secure your spot.

Around here, Birthdays are a BIG DEAL!   To help celebrate your pup’s special day with a Happy Birthday bone, a FREE Self Wash and other specials and offers, please make sure your contact info is up to date in our reservation system.

AKC CGCA – The advanced level of AKC’s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program.

The CGCA is a six week program at $175 per dog. Classes meet once per week and may include field trips out for training. Graduation and testing will take place on the last day of class.

AKC Community Canine is the third and most advanced level of the Canine Good Citizen Program. In AKC Community Canine, dogs can earn the CGCA (Advanced CGC) title.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BEGIN:
To earn the AKC Community Canine (CGCA) title, your dog must have a Canine Good Citizen test on record. CGC is a prerequisite for the AKC Community Canine (CGCA) title.

To earn the CGCA title, your pup must pass all 10 items of the test to receive the CGCA title.
• Dog stands, sits or lies down and waits under control
• Walks on a loose leash in a natural situation (not in a ring) — does not pull
• Walks on loose leash through a crowd
• Dog walks past distraction dogs present; does not pull
• Sit — stay in small group (3 other people with dogs)
• Down or sit stay — distance
• Dog allows person who is carrying something (backpack, computer bag, etc.) to approach and pet it
• “Leave it.” Dog walks by food and follows owner instructions, Down or sit stay — distance (owner’s choice)
• Recall with distractions present (coming when called)
• Dog will sit or stand/stay while owner enters/exits a doorway

Payment in full is due at the time of registration. All pups must be up to date on vaccines. Space is limited to 8 pups – reserve NOW to secure your spot.

All graduates receive a personalized diploma PLUS a certificate for one full day of daycare with us (a $32 value!)

We are pleased to host Jenni Coes as our CGC Instructor!

The CGC concept applies to both ends of the leash and all CGC classes include training for the owner on responsible dog ownership.   The CGC is a six week program at $175 per dog.  Classes meet once per week.

The CGC program prepares your dog to take the ten step test offered by the AKC, which presents a training curriculum stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs including:

• Accepting a Friendly Stranger
• Sitting Politely for Petting
• Appearance and Grooming
• Out for a Walk (Walking on a Loose Leash)
• Walking Through a Crowd
• Sit and Down on Command
• Staying in Place
• Coming When Called
• Reaction to Another Dog
• Reaction to Distractions
• Supervised Separation

CGC is also the first step you need to take if you are thinking of doing any therapy dog work.

To register for this class, please visit our online customer portal:  Gingr Customer Portal..

Payment in full is due at the time of registration.   Refunds are not given after week 2 of class.  All pups must be up to date on vaccines in accordance with The Town’s policy.  The CGC test will be held on the last session of class.   Space is limited to 8 pups – reserve NOW to secure your spot.

Bow chika Wow Town is excited to host our 1st ever Easter Bunny Photo session!   This event is being run by the fabulous volunteers from Rhode Home Rescue and all proceeds will go to benefit the rescue dogs in their care.

Appointments are preferred – so book your spot early as we are sure this will sell out!

This 3 hour comprehensive pet first aid and certification class will provide you with the skills to care for your pet in an emergency.    At the end of class you will be tested on your knowledge to earn your CPR Certification.   If you pass the test, you will receive a certificate verifying your completion of the course and the topics you have learned.   Your certification is good for 2 years and also counts as continuing education credits through these professional organizations:

• International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
• National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
• Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers

Class Outline:

Introduction

• The role of first aid with your pet
• Safety concerns for the provider
• Preparing a pet first aid kit

Monitoring your pet

• Understanding pet vital signs and how to measure them
• Recognizing normal & abnormal behaviors

Illness

• Vomiting and diarrhea
• Bloat
• Loss of appetite
• Lethargy
• Weakness or collapse
• Seizures
• Cold or heat exposure
• Fever
• Itchiness/scratching

Cardiovascular Emergencies

• Recognizing the signs of cardiopulmonary arrest
• Cat and dog CPR

Injuries

• Bleeding
• Temporary wound care, infection prevention
• Lameness
• Suspected fracture or spinal injury
• Burn wounds
• Hit by car, fall from height, animal attack
• Shock
• Poisonings and envenomations

Allergic Reactions

• Insect stings
• Vaccine reactions
• General allergies
• Anaphylaxis

Respiratory Emergencies

• Choking
• Near-drowning
• Breathing problems/respiratory distress
• Rescue breathing

Class is expected to run three hours.   Cost for the class is $74.95 + tax and includes a student e-book available as a .pdf download.   Payment must be made at the time of registration.   Seats are limited.

We are pleased to host Jenni Coes as our CGC Instructor!

The CGC concept applies to both ends of the leash and all CGC classes include training for the owner on responsible dog ownership.   The CGC is a six week program at $175 per dog.  Classes meet once per week.

The CGC program prepares your dog to take the ten step test offered by the AKC, which presents a training curriculum stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs including:

• Accepting a Friendly Stranger
• Sitting Politely for Petting
• Appearance and Grooming
• Out for a Walk (Walking on a Loose Leash)
• Walking Through a Crowd
• Sit and Down on Command
• Staying in Place
• Coming When Called
• Reaction to Another Dog
• Reaction to Distractions
• Supervised Separation

CGC is also the first step you need to take if you are thinking of doing any therapy dog work.

To register for this class, please visit our online customer portal:  Gingr Customer Portal..

Payment in full is due at the time of registration.   Refunds are not given after week 2 of class.  All pups must be up to date on vaccines in accordance with The Town’s policy.  The CGC test will be held on the last session of class.   Space is limited to 8 pups – reserve NOW to secure your spot.

Nosework is easily the hottest new sport around, and it is easy to see why!  Inspired by professional detection dogs, its fun for humans, too.  Dogs love to participate, and it is good for building confidence and focus in dogs that have issues like shyness, reactivity, aggression, or a simple lack of confidence.  Any dog can participate; from puppies to very old or retired dogs.  In a matter of weeks, you will see your dog confidently ignoring distractions and focusing on the target scent.

Nosework is easy to learn, can be done anywhere, and does not require any specialized equipment.  You will be brought into your dog’s ‘world of scent’ as you learn to read their behavioral changes, and they’ll develop confidence as they are rewarded for following odor to its source.

Who is this activity suited for:

• All breeds (not just purebreds!)
• All sizes of dogs
• Fearful dogs
• Reactive dogs
• All ages from puppies to geriatric dogs
• Dogs with physical restrictions including blind and deaf dogs
• Any handler from total novice to experienced dog handler

All dogs are worked one at a time.  Those not working are crated.  No obedience is required.   Our intro class starts with getting your dog excited about using his nose to seek out a favorite toy or treat.  Rewards are hidden in one of several boxes, expanding the game to entire room, and then onto other interior spaces.   Pet parents will also learn the basic concepts is searching for odor, proper use of equipment, and how to make and place hides.

This is a 6 week class meeting every Tuesday at 6pm.  Cost to participate is $160 for the entire 6 weeks.

Prepare for a lifetime of fun with your and dog and K9 Nose Work®!

Nosework is easily the hottest new sport around, and it is easy to see why!  Inspired by professional detection dogs, its fun for humans, too.  Dogs love to participate, and it is good for building confidence and focus in dogs that have issues like shyness, reactivity, aggression, or a simple lack of confidence.  Any dog can participate; from puppies to very old or retired dogs.  In a matter of weeks, you will see your dog confidently ignoring distractions and focusing on the target scent;

Nosework is easy to learn, can be done anywhere, and does not require any specialized equipment.  You will be brought into your dog’s ‘world of scent’ as you learn to read their behavioral changes, and they’ll develop confidence as they are rewarded for following odor to its source.

All dogs are worked one at a time.  Those not working are crated.  No obedience is required.

This is our second course offered in our nosework program.  This course continues on where Intro to Nosework left off.  Into to Nosework is a pre-requisite for this class as our searches are progressive and we build upon each dog’s progress from previous weeks.

In this class we will introduce food and toy distractions and work on acclimating to exterior searches on lead.   Our goals will be having the dogs maintain the energy, stamina and mental focus during their searches as well having them find the odor regardless of the environments around them.