![]() ![]() ![]() If you should need to miss a class, we will provide you with the regularly scheduled handouts for that class. We do not use force or coercion in our training methodsĭue to the need to schedule assistants and decoy dogs for this class and our tight class schedule, there are no opportunities for makeup classes for this class. We do not use choke chains (aka "training collars"), pinch collars, prong collars or shock collars We do not use punitive or corrective methods Prong collars, choke chains, shock collars, spray collars, retractable leashes or aversive equipment or training techniques will not be used in our classes. ![]() Praise, touch, play and food can all be used as reinforcement in our classes. Your dog's success in this class depends on your ability to attend class and practice the exercises between classes, manage the dog's environment and refrain from using aversive or punitive training techniques that might confuse the dog. May put the other students in the class at riskįor these issues please look at our Behavior Issues page for private consultation options. This class is NOT appropriate for dogs who: Although the dog's owner will receive some benefit from the material, the class is NOT able or willing to put other dogs at risk. This class is LESS appropriate for dogs who:ĭogs who only exhibit aggression toward other dogs while OFF LEASH. Four weeks of 1.5-hour classes will be spent with dogs at our field in Aptos. The first two mandatory classes are indoor orientation with 2 hours of video, (people only without dogs) at our shop in Capitola to teach you the foundations of handling and reading problem behaviors and an orientation to the goals of the class. In Reactive Rover class we will cover critical skills, handling techniques and complex dog body language and micro-signaling with video, handouts and pdf files of the handouts. Handouts & Articles for continued reference Your dog will be more comfortable in the outside worldįenced Paddock Access on weekdays for exercise and practice during this class You'll know how to change your dog's behavior You'll know what to do when your dog misbehaves We treat each dog as an individual and move at the pace they are able to absorb. Your dog will have exposure to safe dogs and other student dogs over the course of the classes as your skills and their comfort zone dictates. All dogs will be evaluated as individuals within the class setting. You will be learning from all of the students in the class. The class includes one-on-one class time with each dog while the other dogs will be relaxing out of sight nearby. The exercises work on changing the dog's underlying fears, emotions, and decision making while keeping the dog within it's comfort zone. ![]() This is primarily a behavior modification and handling-skills class. Six weeks of weekday access to our exclusive, fenced off-leash exercise area in AptosĪdult family members are welcome to attend with you Six weeks of instruction with experienced instructorsĪccess to the Reactive Rover Portal online assignments Reading micro-signal canine body language To help you read and handle situations as they arise without losing your cool Learn to make choices for alternate behaviors to replace their aggression The goals of this class are to help your dog: Reactive Rover class is a six week class especially designed to teach handlers how to manage and re-train appropriate behavior for dogs that lunge, bark, growl, are reactive, aggressive, fearful or anxious to other dogs while ON-LEASH. We have been teaching reactive dog classes since 2009 and have a proven track record with dog's whose owners continue to use the techniques taught in our classes. ![]()
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