Classes
Classes at K-10 Dog Training, no matter the age of your dog, focus on building a solid positive relationship between you and your pet. The lessons use methods backed by science and focus on skills and knowledge that help you and your dog build a life that is mutually rewarding. Family Dog Mediation is core to all classes. It’s important to investigate why the behavior is happening before focusing on how to change it. Understanding that animal behavior is dictated by the interaction of four primary elements: Learning, Environment, Genetics & Self (L.E.G.S.). Find more information on L.E.G.S on the Family Dog Mediator page.
Private Lessons
Classes are held at the K-10 location and are purchased in packages of 5 to 6 lessons. Private lessons allow for one-on-one attention to you and your dog. Although most lessons are scheduled once per week, private lessons offer flexibility. Classes can be scheduled around your child’s school activities, scheduled appointments, shifting work schedule, etc. They are scheduled based on a time when both you and your trainer are available. It should be noted, however, that consistency is essential for your dog’s learning experience. Too much time between lessons can be detrimental to learning progression unless you are consistently reinforcing those skills during absences.
Because of the flexibility allowed in Private Lesson schedules, please call 315-715-2900 to schedule.
Group Classes
Like private lessons, unless specified differently, group classes are 5 to 6 weeks in length. For most group classes, there is a minimum class size is 2 and maximum class size is 4 unless otherwise noted.
It should be noted that a group class format is not a good fit for dogs with excessive reactivity or aggressive tendencies as the dog’s ability to learn in that environment is compromised.