What do you need for class?
- Bring your dog on a flat collar or harness and a 4 to 6 foot leash (not a retractable leash). No correction collars (choke, prong or shock) allowed.
- Bring LOTS of soft training treats such as Zukes or Liver Treats. Real chicken or cheese sticks (yes, cheese) work well too.
- If class is close to meal time, you may want to only feed your dog half the meal.
- For Puppy Class, bring your vaccination records. Puppies must have at least one Distemper Combo shot. Worried about vaccination status? Here is the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) Position Statement on Puppy Socialization.
Donna's Summer Classes 2018
Puppy Kindergarten (for dogs 8-20 weeks old)
Get your puppy off to a good start with Puppy Kindergarten. Your pup will learn basic obedience, such as sit, down, stay, recalls, leave-it and loose leash walking. More importantly, your new best friend will be able to socialize with other puppies the same age. We will discuss housebreaking, chewing, nipping and all the ups and downs of puppy parenthood.
At the end of each session, all pups are eligible to take the American Kennel Club's S.T.A.R. Puppy Exam. Your pup can earn his first title. For more information go to http://www.akc.org.
Puppy Kindergarten is held at Fox and Hounds Petit, Norwell AND Hingham Recreation Center. To register for Hingham Recreation Center, you must register through the Town of Hingham. Just click the RED button and search for "Donna's Do Right Dogs".
Location: Fox and Hounds Petit
119 Washington, Norwell (between Fox and Hounds Main Site and Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Start Date: Tuesday, July 31, 2018, 7:15 p.m.
6 weeks, $175.00
Puppy II: Curbing Adolescent Antics
For dogs 5 to 18 months
Do you find yourself saying, "He used to be so cute" or "He just doesn't listen anymore." Welcome to doggie adolescence! During this period of time your dog is going through many physical, mental and emotional changes and you have signed up to take the ride as well. This class will address all issues involving self control: curbing jumping when greeting people, leave it, stay, recalls and walking on a loose leash.
Location: Fox and Hounds Petit
119 Washington, Norwell (between Fox and Hounds Main Site and Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Start Date: Tuesday, July 31, 2018, 8:15 p.m.
6 weeks, $175.00
Agility for FUN! (Outdoors)
Want to have some fun with your dog? Agility is a great for exercise and building a partnership between you and your pooch. This course is not for those who want to compete professionally, but for those who want to have a good time! Your dog should be able to preform basic obedience and attention.
Start Date: July 14, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
at Donna's in Weymouth.
4 weeks, $120.00
Address will be sent upon registration confirmation.
Advanced Obedience (Outdoors)/CGC Prep
This class is for the those students who know some basic commands but would like to refine them, especially around distractions.
Our Goals will be :
- Sit and Down Stay, Duration and Distance
- Loose Leash Walking with Distraction
- Recalls with Distance and Distraction
- Leave It (Advanced)
- Greeting Sits (no jumping!)
So whether you are working toward you Canine Good Citizen Title or you just want a well mannered dog, this class will help you meet your goals. Students can test for the Canine Good Citizen at the completion of the course.
Start Date: Saturday, July 14th at 11:00 a.m. at Donna's in Weymouth. Address will be sent upon registration.
4 weeks, $120.00
Donna's Fall Classes 2018
Puppy Kindergarten & Basic Manners at HINGHAM RECREATION, 210 Center Street, Hingham.
Start Date: Tuesdays 6;00 and 7:00, September 11, 2018, 6;00 p.m.
6 weeks, $175
Visit Hingham Recreation Website to register! (search for Donna's Do Right Dogs
Basic Manners
This class is for dogs off all ages who need a little refresher on the finer points of living with humans. We will cover the basics such as sit, down, come, stay and loose leash walking. The real fun starts when address polite greetings a/k/a/ not jumping (human and canine), go to your mat (staying on a place on a mat), leave it (don't go there!) and drop it! (give me my shoe!)
Intro to Nosework
Inspired by working detection dogs, K9 Nose Work is the fun search and scenting activity for virtually all dogs and people. This easy to learn activity and sport builds confidence and focus in many dogs, and provides a safe way to keep dogs fit and healthy through mental and physical exercise.
K9 Nose Work starts with getting your dog excited about using his nose to seek out a favorite toy or treat reward hidden in one of several boxes, expanding the game to entire rooms, exterior areas, and vehicles. As your dog grows more confident with his nose, target odors are introduced, and competition skills are taught.
· No prior training is required and no obedience is needed
· In classes, dogs work one at a time and be kept separate between searches so reactive dogs can enjoy the activity, too
· Shy or fearful dogs build confidence and overactive dogs put their energy into fun searches
· Stronger bond between dog & handler as handler learns to observe, understand, and rely upon his dog.
Intro to Nosework is held in NORWELL at
Fox and Hounds Petites
119 Washington, Norwell (between Fox and Hounds and Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Start Date: TBD
4 weeks, $120.00
Nosework 2: Advanced-Intro to Odor
Now that your dog is proficient at searching for Birch in Containers, we will expand their skills to rooms outdoors. We will also start to search for Anise and Clove.
Advanced Nosework is held in NORWELL at Fox and Hounds Petites
119 Washington, Norwell (between Fox and Hounds and Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Next Class FAll 2018!
Nosework 3: Competition Searches (Outdoors)
We will put your dog's nosework skills to the test outdoors and work on handler techniques.
Next class starts TBD
4 weeks, $120.00
Canine Good Citizen
The Canine Good Citizen Program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. It's a 5 week training program and a 10-step test, showing they can be polite to strangers and other dogs, come when called, stay, walk on leash and be left with a stranger. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.
It is the first step toward becoming a Therapy Dog and a Competition Obedience career. In addition, some homeowner owner insurance policies may require the certification.
Click the link below for a link to the complete test.
Location: Fox and Hounds Petit
119 Washington, Norwell (between Fox and Hounds Main Site and Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Start Date: See Advanced Obedience Class
5 weeks, $150.00