Registration for Sept/Oct term opens Aug 4 at 6 pm.
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June/July term classes begin: Mon, Aug 24 (classes meet weekly for 6 weeks, unless otherwise noted) and end Fri, Oct 2. No classes on Labor Day.
Fees: $100 for six 30 min sessions. $125 for six 45 min sessions. $150 for Reactive Dog and Tracking classes.
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REGISTRATION PROCESS
Note: Platinum Pass holders will receive a coupon code to use when registering. The code is in your confirmation email. It is labeled as “certificate code.”
Step 1: Review class descriptions and decide which class(es) you wish to take.
Step 2: Link wilL be available here when registration is open
Payment: Payment is required at the time of registration. You can use a debit/credit card or Apple Pay. No checks or cash payments. Platinum pass holders will use a coupon code.
Confirmation: An e-mail confirmation will be sent after submitting your registration form. If you do not receive a confirmation you are NOT registered. Try to register again and send an e-mail to: otcglreg@gmail.com
Wait List: If a class is full, you may send an email to be placed on a wait list. No registrations permitted after registration closes on June 16 EXCEPT those on a waitlist. The wait list is maintained only for the current term. Classes with less than 3 students when registration closes will be cancelled.
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Read class descriptions carefully. Changes are possible before registration opens. Do NOT register for a class if you do not meet the pre-requisites. Students who do not meet the pre-requisites, may be excused by the instructor and their fee refunded, less a $10 administrative fee. Not all classes are offered each term.
PET CLASSES
STAR Puppy
The STAR Puppy program is designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. It is an excellent first training class for puppies and provides a lead-in to the AKC Canine Good Citizen program. Handlers must attend all 6 class sessions to take the test and obtain the certificate.
MON 6:00-6:30 pm (puppies 3-6 months old ) Deb Hughes Limit 6
MON 5:30-6:00 pm (puppies 6-10 months old) Jennie Weisenberger Limit 6
WED 5:30-6:00 pm (puppies 12 weeks to 6 months old) Peggy Cushard Limit 6
Let’s Play! Using Games to Teach Obedience
Like small children, most dogs learn best in short, active sessions. If the games are fun and interesting your dog will learn and remember them much more quickly, and because the dog is an active part of the process, they are more likely to comply when asked to do something that isn’t as much fun (like staying still or going into their crate). All you need is some enthusiasm, a big bag of small soft treats, a 4-6 foot leash, and a buckle or martingale collar or harness (no prong or slip collars) A willingness to act a bit silly is a bonus!
This term there will be 3 Let’s Play classes:
Let’s Play: Puppy Games
This class is for puppies up 5 months old. We’ll be learning all the things a puppy needs to be a well mannered friend.
TUES 6:30-7:00 pm Roxann Wilkinson Limit 6
Let’s Play: Impulse Control
This class is for dogs 5 months or older who are struggling with self control (jumping on people, losing their minds when they get excited, etc) The games will focus on self control (sitting for greeting, lying quietly on a mat, waiting for permission, etc)
7:15-7:45 pm Roxann WIlkinson Limit 6
Let’s Play: Focus and Engagement
This class is for dogs 5 months or older who do fine at home but once they walk out the door, the brain turns off and they have no idea what “sit” or “come” means. The games will focus on having fun while ignoring the other dogs and people in the environment.
8:00-8:30 pm Roxann Wilkinson Limit 8
Practice for Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Pre-requisites: Dogs must be at least 6 months old and wear a flat collar with 6 foot non-retractable leash. Dogs must be under handler control and able to participate in group training without significant disruption. The class is appropriate for dogs that have some understanding of basic obedience skills as well as general behavior control. This class prepares you to take the CGC test offered by OTCGL several times a year. The CGC is a ten-skill training program that focuses on basic good manners and obedience, instilling the values of responsible ownership, and strengthening the bond between you and your dog. Instruction will focus on training practice for developing consistency the team needs to pass the CGC test.
THUR 6:00-6:45 pm Celeste Gerlach Limit 6
COMPETITIVE CLASSES
Designed for those who compete, but all are welcome.
Beginner Obedience Skills
This class is for dogs and handlers who are or almost ready to compete at Beginner Novice (BN) or Novice level. Working on proofing heeling, stays, and recall through distractions like sounds, food, other dogs, toys, etc. Dogs should have basic BN/novice skills such as a loose leash walk/heel, stay, and recall.
WED 6:30-7:15 pm Renee Baenen Limit 6
AKC Beginner Novice
Pre-requisite: Dogs should be able to sit, down, come when called, have a short stay, walk on a loose leash, and have taken a beginning obedience class. Class uses positive reinforcement to teach skills to compete in Beginner Novice: heel on leash, figure 8, sit/down/stay, recall with fronts, and sit for exam. Focus is on competitive obedience, but non-competitive handlers are welcome. Focus on building engagement through rewards and praise. Bring LOTS of high-value soft treats.
FRI 10:00-10:45 am Margo Maidlow Limit 12
AKC Beginner Novice/Intro to Novice
Pre-requisite: Dogs should be able to sit, down, come when called, have a short stay, walk on a loose leash, and have taken a beginning obedience class. This class will focus on the skills to compete in Beginner Novice (heel on leash, figure 8, sit/down/stay, recall with fronts, and sit for exam), as well as beginning the skills necessary to compete in Novice, including off-leash heeling, fronts/finishes, and stand for exam. Focus is on competitive obedience, but non-competitive handlers are welcome. This is a positive reinforcement class which will build engagement through rewards and praise. Bring lots of high-value, soft treats.
TUES 5:30-6:00 pm Vicki Bowerman Limit 6
WED 1:30-2:00 pm Vicki Bowerman Limit 6
UKC Novice/Advanced Novice
This class is for handlers actively completing in UKC Novice and interested in going on to higher levels. Pre-requisites: Dogs and handlers must know proper footwork, sit, down, and stand, as well as a working knowledge of fronts and finish. We will be starting on broad jump and down while walking along with dumbbell hold.
TUE 5:00-5:45 pm Shirley Robertson/Andrea Nichols Limit 6
AKC Novice
Dogs should be at least 6 months old and able to sit, down, stay, come when called, & walk on a loose leash. Beginner Novice is NOT a pre-requisite to take this class. This class focuses on the Novice exercises (heel on leash, figure 8, heel free, stand for exam, recall with finish, sit/stay get your leash, and group sits & downs). Focus is on competitive obedience, but non-competitive handlers who want to improve their skills are welcome.
TUES 6:00-6:45 pm Dick Hemmer Limit 10
WED 5:30-6:15 pm Mary Ann Schropp Limit 6
THUR 3:45-4:30 pm Dick Hemmer Limit 10
FRI 11:00-11:45 am Margo Maidlow Limit 12
AKC Novice/Intro to Open
This class will focus on the Novice exercises and introduce students to the Open exercises.
MON 6:15-7 pm Cindy Jones Limit 8
Advanced Obedience Skills
Advanced obedience skills: for dogs who are or almost ready to compete at the open/utility level. Working on proofing heeling, retrieves, jumps, articles, and go outs through distractions such as sounds, food, other dogs, toys, etc. Dogs should be reliable off lead for this class.
WED 7:30-8:15 pm Renee Baenen Limit 6
AKC Open
Pre-requisite: Must have taken Intro to Open class. Dogs should be able to work off leash. This class uses positive reinforcement and to teach the Open exercises: off leash heeling, off leash figure 8, command discrimination, drop on recall, retrieve on flat, high jump, broad jump, and stand/get your leash.
MON 10:00-10:45 am Marty Siegrist Limit 4
TUES 6:15-7:00 pm Cindy Rice Limit 5
WED 11:30-12:15 pm Cindy Jones Limit 6
AKC Utility
Pre-requisite: Must have taken Open or Intro to Utility class and be able to perform Open exercises. This class focuses on training and proofing the Utility Obedience exercises: signals, scent discrimination, directed jumping, directed retrieve, and moving stand.
MON 11:00-11:45 am Marty Siegrist Limit 4
WED 12:30-1:15 pm Cindy Jones Limit 4
UKC Utility
This class will introduce the Utility exercises for UKC, including the Marked and Signal Retrieves, Consecutive Recalls, plus the more familiar Signal Exercise (Signals and Heeling), and Directed Jumping. Dog needs to be a reliable off leash heeler and able to do retrieving. Owners must have three gloves and at least one of the following: 6 metal or leather or wood articles.
TUES 10:30-11:30 pm Terri Korthals Limit 3
Jump Chute Class 1
This class is for dogs who have a jumping problem, or are naturally clumsy jumpers. The purpose is to correct established problems, or to encourage and develop proper jumping styles. There is some set up required, and each dog is measured and jumped separately. It is good for obedience, agility or any other dog sport that requires jumping. A chute of five jumps will help the dog learn to adapt his body to use the most efficient style to jump. Rhythm, impulsion, and adaption to various jumps will be taught.
THURS 10:30-12:00 pm Terri Korthals Limit 3
SCENTWORK & RALLY
Scentwork Games
This class is for dogs that are experienced in searching for odor, looking for a fun challenges. Based on CWAGS, searches will combine games as well as develop skills for all venues of nosework.
MON 12:30-1:15 pm Kathy Hannah/Marty Siegrist Limit 4
AKC Rally: Novice
Rally Novice. Dogs should heel on loose leash, know basic sit and down commands. Focus will be on identifying areas needing improvement and correct sign execution.
THUR 7:30-8:15 Pat Mann Limit 6
AKC Rally: Intermediate/Advanced +
Pre-requisite: Dogs should have taken an Intro/Beginning Rally class or a beginner obedience class and have basic knowledge of what Rally is about. Dogs should be able to sit, down, have a short stay, and walk on a loose leash. This class will have a different Intermediate/Advanced Rally course set up each week so students can continue to learn/practice all the signs used in the Intermediate/Advanced Rally level for competition. We will add a few Excellent signs as students progress and as time permits.
WED 10:00-10:45 am Sandy Culver Limit 8
AKC Rally: Rally Champion Prep
This class is for anyone who is already working at the Advance level or above and wants to work towards achieving a Master title and then the RACH title. This class will consist of run throughs in the 3 levels required for the RACH title with instructor assistance. Re-dos of signs will be allowed during each run through. Rally Master will have a timed "walk through" at the 5:15 start time. There will be a "walk through" for each level just as provided in a trial. Please come early to the first class so that jump heights can be established.
THUR 5:15-7:15 pm Marilyn DeRoover/Deb Pleva/Pat Mann Limit 8
DROP IN CLASSES
These classes are for those who already have basic knowledge or skills. Instructors lead class and answer questions, but may not offer individual attention. Registration not required. $15 per session (juniors $10). Free unlimited drop in classes with Platinum Pass.
Competitive Obedience
AKC Run Throughs: Beginner Novice to Utility
This class allows dogs/handlers to do a competitive obedience run through at the Beginner Novice (no signs), Novice, Open, or Utility level. Depending on the number of participants each week, students may receive 1 or 2 run throughs.
MON 7:15-8 pm Pete Ostlund
AKC Open & Utility Floor Time
A drop in style class to help students who are currently competing or ready to compete at the Open or Utility level. Both rings will be set as if it were a trial. This class will focus on run throughs and trouble shooting exercises. Students will be encouraged to steward and assist one another. Please bring treats and/or toys for rewards.
THUR 12:45-2:00 pm Renee Baenen & Mary Ann Schropp
UKC Novice and Open
This class is for people and dogs already familiar with AKC Novice and Open who want to try UKC. We will focus on the differences including Greeting the Judge, Jump in Novice, Socialized greeting in Open, Walker in Open for heeling and drop on recall, and Honor down in Novice. No class Oct 2.
FRI 12:00-12:45 pm Shirley Robertson
Table Top Conformation
FRI 4:00-4:45 pm Kimberly Bling
Rally
AKC: Novice-Advanced
For those training or competing at the Novice, Intermediate, or Advanced level. NOTE: class will start 15 minutes earlier this term!
THUR 2:15-3:00 pm Diane Ahti
UKC: RO3 and ROM
For those training or competing at the R03 or R0M levels of UKC Rally.
WED 2:00-4:00 pm Sharon Atkins
Flyball
Does your dog love tennis balls? Looking for something fun to try with your dog? Come check out fly ball! It’s a fast paced relay race where teams of dogs run over a series of jumps, release the ball, and get back as fast as they can. This class generally is held continuously (including the breaks between terms), however is sometimes cancelled due to set up requirements for week-end events such as OTC trials and matches.
FRI 6:30-9 pm Terri Korthals