Santa Clara Dog Training Club

If you're interested in fine-tuning your Focus & Heeling skills and learning new skills for AKC Obedience or AKC Rally competition, this class will focus on all the skills necessary in both sports. Focus & Heeling will not focus on specific ring exercises but instead on the handling aspects needed in dog sports. 

 Emphasis will be on:

• Heeling: keeping your dog in position and making footwork adjustments to communicate with your dog
• Attention: working to keep the focus on you and minimize distractions
• Motivating your dog: refreshing skill and improving engagement
• Deliver rewards: Use of treat position, a positive tone of voice, and body language as a reward for your dog
• Setting yourself up for success with ring presence and preparation

This class can be taken on its own or concurrently with another class such as AKC Rally Novice,  Intermediate & Advanced or AKC Novice Obedience. 

Price:  $140 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisites:  Dogs must be at least 6 months of age prior to the start of first class.  Completion of at least one Intermediate Obedience class or CGC title. 

What to bring to class: Flat, martingale, or slip collar, 6 foot leash, high value treats, treat pouch, and water.  No e-collars or retractable leashes

Cancellation & Refunds:  

Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.