Kids & K-9 Training Class (Three-Week Session)
Designed for Junior Handlers (ages 10-16), this three-week (six lesson) accelerated course will teach handlers dog obedience basics: importance of praise, heel, sit, down, watch me and come. Also, tips on how to have a well-socialized dog, importance of pet identification, exercise and cleaning-up after our pets. Class size is limited to 10 handlers/dogs, all dogs must have completed all puppy vaccinations; including rabies. NOTE: Parent/Guardian must remain in the training ring for the first class and must remain on premises during all other classes.
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This class is held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
Next classes summer of 2013.
Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00am-11:00am (taught by Ann Irwin)
July 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 & 25
Fee: $50
Agility for Fun (Six-Week Session)
An opportunity to build on the skills learned in Beginner's Obedience Class by incorporating agility equipment and activities. Increases your dog's self confidence as they master jumps, tunnels, weave poles, and cross the raised plank, A-frame and teeter. A great introduction to the sport of Agility in a non-competitive environment; no stop watch required! Pre-requisite: Beginner Obedience Class. See Xander and his owner mastering their new skills.
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This class is held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
Wednesday, October 16 at 6:00pm (Taught by Lee Gaffney)
Fee: $75
Family Dog-Clicker Training - Series I Class (Six-Week Beginner Session)
Clicker Training uses Positive Reinforcement methods to allow you and your dog to learn as a team in a happy, force-free manner. You and your dog will learn the following behaviors; Offered Sit, Hand Signal Sit, Voice Cue Sit, Attention (Eye Contact), Touch (Targeting), Loose Leash Walking with Automatic Sit on Stop, Leave-It, Down on Hand Signal & Voice Cue Stay, Active Attention (Advanced eye Contact) and Stand. For information on the benefits of Clicker Training visit www.clickertraining.com.
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These classes are held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
Saturday, July 13 at 9:30am** (Taught by Roger Bergez)
Saturday, September 7 at 9:30am** (Taught by Roger Bergez)
**NOTE: This class is 1 1/2 hours in length and all six (6) classes require mandatory attendance.
Fee: Intact Dog $125 Spayed/Neutered Dog $75 Rescue Dog $60
Traditional Beginner's Obedience Class (Six-Week Session)
Teaches basic commands which will enable you to gain control of your pet in a positive and rewarding manner. Commands include: walking in a heel position, sit, sit-stay, come when called, down, down-stay, about turn, stand, leave it and more.
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These classes are held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
Tuesday, June 25 at 6:00pm (Taught by Hollie Gomuila)
Thursday, July 11 at 6:00pm (Taught by Hollie Gomila)
Sunday, September 8 at 10:15am (Taught by Connie Back)
Wednesday, September 4 at 6:00pm (Taught by Hollie Gomila)
Thursday, September 12 at 6:00pm (Taught by Hollie Gomila)
Fee: Intact Dog $125 Spayed/Neutered Dog $75 Rescue Dog $60
Our friend Zak George is new to New Orleans and is in town offering his new brand of beginner dog training classes! You might remember that Zak has had two TV shows. "SuperFetch" on Animal Planet (currently available on Netflix), and the BBC's "Who Let the Dogs Out?" airing exclusively in the UK. Make sure to mention that you heard about the class from the Louisiana SPCA and Zak is giving 25% ($37.50) of the price of the class back to LA-SPCA!
Classes will include basic manners as well as how to deal with unwanted behaviors like chewing, potty training, play biting, jumping, digging and more. Students will also learn how to teach their dogs the fundamental skills like sit, leave something alone when you ask, look at you when you ask, the two potentially LIFE-SAVING behaviors of stay, come when called and more.
Zak is also known for using only positive dog training. He shows you how to teach your dog WITHOUT the use of "tools" like prong collars and choke chains.
He's happy to answer any of your dog training questions too! If you want details on how to sign up for class, or if you have questions about the class, here's his email: ZakGeorge@me.com
The 5 week class is only $150 and your satisfaction is guaranteed. http://www.facebook.com/TheZakGeorge
Classes currently forming, contact Zak for more details.
Intermediate Obedience Class (Six-Week Session)
Strengthen behaviors learned in a Beginner's Class: heel, sit, down, sit-stay, down-stay, stand and recall. Introduction of heel with left, right and about turns, finish command, off-leash sit-stays and work on focus/attention with distractions. Pre-requisite: Beginner Obedience Class.
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This class is held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
Tuesday, September 10 at 6:00pm (Taught by Maria Fernandez)
Fee: $75
Flyball Class (Six-Week Session)
Does Your Dog LOVE Tennis Balls? REALLY, REALLY LOVE Tennis Balls? Then Flyball is for you!
Flyball is all about FUN for you and your dog!! The six-week class (1 1/2 hrs. each week) is designed to teach you the basics of the sport of Flyball. Flyball is a dog sport in which teams of dogs race against each other from a start/finish line, over a line of hurdles, to a box that releases a tennis ball to be caught when the dog presses the spring loaded pad, then back to their handlers while carrying the ball.
Flyball provides an entertaining and active way to interact with one's dog and other dog enthusiasts in an environment that is fun while allowing the dogs exercise and enjoyment.
NOTE: DOGS MUST BE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OLD & BE ABLE TO FETCH A BALL.
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These classes are held OUTDOORS at the Louisiana SPCA (1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. in Algiers)
2013 Flyball Classes--no classes scheduled at this time
Fee: $125
Rally-O (Six-Week Session)
If you have completed an Intermediate Class and are wondering what to do next...try Rally-O!!
Rally-O is an opportunity for you and your dog to continue the "fun" in working as a team! You will learn to negotiate a course while performing the tasks that each sign directs you and your dog to complete. It's FUN and rewarding and can be the 1st step towards competing with your dog or just keeping those obedience skills sharpened.
AKC Rally is the new dog sport that is taking the nation by storm. Rally offers both the dogs and handlers an experience that is fun and engergizing. The canine team moves at their own pace, very similar to rally-style auto racing. Rally was designed with the traditional pet owner in mind, but can still be very challenging for those who enjoy higher levels of competition.
NOTE: Completion of an Intermediate Class is required.
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This class is held INDOORS at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center (4421 Jefferson Hwy., corner of Central Ave.)
No classes at this time.
Fee: $75
Mind Your Manners (Three-Week Session)
Has your pooch forgotten everything he learned when he was growing up? We have the refresher course for you focused on problem behaviors that you just wish would magically disappear. Taught by Melissa Ellis, this three-week course will turn your forgetful dog into a polite pooch. Class topics could include and are not limited to: Barking, Jumping on Visitors, Digging, Begging, Urinating, Socializing, Car Manners, Potty on Command, Vet Visits, Crate Training. Pre-requisite: Beginner Obedience Class. Aggressive dogs can be seen privately.
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No classes at this time.
Fee: $50
Biggest Loser - Doggy Style (Eight-Week Session)
If your dog is starting to have a little waddle to his step this course may be for him/her. Weekly weigh-ins, weight management lessons and basic nutrition will be taught to owner, and dog! You will receive a food and exercise diary with an eight-week supply of Wellness pet food. There will be weekly prizes and a grand prize for the dog who lost the most weight. Before and After pictures complete the process. Melissa Ellis wants to teach you how to keep your pet fit and healthy!
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Biggest Loser Application
Biggest Loser Health Form
Mondays from 6-7pm
No classes scheduled at this time.
Fee: $75
Includes Group trip to Zephyr Field Walking Path
Entrance to Barktoberfest
Pool Pass for 30 minute swim time at Canine Connection
Eight-week supply of Wellness pet food
*Any dog adopted from an animal shelter or recognized rescue group is considered a rescue dog.
Proof of completed vaccinations including rabies is required prior to the first class. To complete an application for one of the above classes click here. For more information call (504) 368-5191, ext. 154 or email lori@la-spca.org. You may pay by cash, check, VISA or MasterCard.