Manners in Action

Instructor: Shari Trythall

(Dogs of any age, must have successfully completed Life Skills)

Length: 6 - 1 hour sessions, dogs attend all sessions

This class builds upon the skills learned in Life Skills by adding distractions and applying skills to everyday situations.

Exercises may include: door manners/stay at doors, polite walking up to a distraction, polite walking past distractions, recall away from or past a distraction, beginner off lead skills, stays with distance and distractions, AKC Canine Good Citizen Skills, etc. Class is designed to be flexible, allowing us to address the needs of the group and individual. This class is also designed so that students may take this class as many times as they wish and still learn new skills.

Class size: 6 dogs………………..Price: $129

Pre-requisite: Life Skills

****If you have a dog with equivalent training from elsewhere, you are welcome to register for Manners in Action. However, an evaluation of your dog is required to ensure that this class is the right fit for you and your dog. Evaluation does not guarantee admission. if you register and we feel your dog should begin with Life skills, your registration and payment will be transferred to Life Skills.

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PAYMENT INFORMATION

1) Payment may be completed online via credit card, PayPal, or in person at our store.

2) Payment in full is required to reserve your place in class.

REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

Demand for classes is very high and spaces fill quickly.

Requests for refunds or transfers must be received at least ten days prior to the first day of class.Class is non-refundable and non-transferable less than ten days from the start date of class.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

It is important to attend all of the class sessions for the class you are registered. It is not possible to take class time to give individual attention to teams that are absent from prior class sessions.

If your dog is ever unable to attend class, you may attend the class without your dog. This will give you the benefits of the class instruction and ensure you recieve important class material so you can still work with your dog at home.

If unable to attend class and you wish to schedule a private make up session, you may do so by scheduling a private lesson at a discounted rate.

DOG BEHAVIOR

Group classes may not be suitable for all dogs. Our classes are designed for dogs and puppies that are comfortable around other dogs and people. Dogs that are not comfortable with people or other dogs should be scheduled for private training sessions.

If we determine that it is in the best interest of your dog to seek private training rather than participate in group classes, two-thirds of your class fee will be credited towards private lessons. If you decline private lessons, your entire class fee will be forfeited. If your dog shows aggression toward people or other dogs, or is disruptive to the class, (s)he may be dismissed from class and no refund will be granted.

**If you have questions or concerns about whether your dog is suitable for a group class, please contact us BEFORE REGISTERING.**

DOG PREREQUISITES

Your dog must meet the age requirements and prerequisites for the class in which they enroll.

Instructor approval may be required in some situations. Your dog music be current on vaccinations as recommended by your veterinarian.

If you have a female dog in heat, you may bring her to class if in panties.

LIABILITY WAIVER

I understand that Waggin' Trains, Kelly Ernewein-Stilson and Daniel Stilson shall not be liable for any injury or damage to any person, animal or property that results form the training or behavior of my pet.

I further agree that Waggin' Trains, Kelly Ernewein-Stilson and Daniel Stilson shall not be held liable for any costs or expenses incurred in connection with any claim occurring as the result of participating in training.

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