Canine Action Group Training

TRAINING WITH CANINE ACTION

All classes are held at G.O.D.O.G.S., located directly behind Shaffer Animal Hospital in Oviedo, FL. Agility lessons are held in the our enclosed, outdoor training venue located behind G.O.D.O.G.S. We are minutes from the Orlando UCF campus.

1470 Swanson Drive

Oviedo, FL 32765

(407)325-9317

Canine Action offers a variety of classes to meet the needs of our clientele. Please check out the list below for the class of your choice.

Click here to download a registration form in Microsoft Word format. This option allows you to mail in your registration form and payment. You may also pay online and save $10.00 off tuition of your favorite group class (does not include drop-in style classes) by using the "Pay Now" option located by the group class of your choice. When checking out, please indicate which class you are interested in attending if their are multiple choices. Then simply bring your payment receipt along with your registration form to the first day of class.

1. " Perfect Puppy" Headstart - This class is for puppies from 8 weeks to 6 months (small breeds may attend up to one year).Get your puppy started off on the right "paw". The focus of this class is building a strong foundation through socialization, leadership, and obedience. Please note, this is a 6 week class. Cost for this class is $160.00.

Pick a day of the week that best suits your schedule. Start dates are as follows..

Wednesday - July 7th from 7:15pm - 8:15pm

Tuesday - July 13th from 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Saturday - July 24th from 11:30am - 12:30pm

2. Adult/Adolescent Basic Class - This class is for dogs that are 6 months or older with no real previous training. Education including manners, problem solving, and tricks offered in our unique, revolutionary program for older dogs. Whether your dog already has a few skills under his belt and you want to take it to the next level or your dog is just getting started, this class will help you achieve your personal training goals. Please note, this is a 6 week class. Cost for this class is $160.00.

Pick a day of the week that best suits your schedule. Start dates are as follows..

Thursday - May 20th from 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Saturday - July 17th from 2:30pm - 3:30pm

3. Intermediate Class - Developed for graduated of Puppy Headstart or Adult Basic, this class takes the skills they have learned and adds the "3 D's" - distraction, distance, and duration - in order to ensure reliability in more difficult environments. Please note, this is a 6 week class. Cost for this class is $160.00. Next class begins Wednesday, July 21st from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.

4. Downtown Hounds Program - A perfect follow-up to Intermediate class. Your dog knows his skills in the classroom, but how how well does he function in real life situations? In this drop-in style class, we meet at different outdoor venues each session to take your dog's training to the ultimate level. $25.00 a session or 4 for $90.00. This class is held on Sunday afternoons at 1:00pm. Contact us for more details and to sign up.

5. Canine Good Citizen Class - Dogs that are 6 months or older are put to the test in this fun and exciting class. Pass the test at the end of class and earn this official AKC sponsored award. Visit www.akc.org for more info. Please note, this is a 5 week class. Cost for this class is $149.00. Check back for next start date.

6. Reactive Rovers/ Cautious Canines Class - This class is for dogs that have difficulty in social settings with others dogs and/or people (fearful, shy, etc.). You will be taught skills that will help your dog change its behavior and emotion from negative to positive in the situations it normally feels apprehensive. Please note, this is a 5 week class and class size is limited. Cost for this class is $149.00. Next class begins Tuesday, July 20th from 6:45pm - 7:45pm.

7. Agility - Level I (Beginner Agility) - This class introduces dogs and puppies with basic training experience to the world of agility. This class is strictly non-competitive and includes obstacles such as the teeter totter, weave poles, tire jump, tunnels, broad jump, and more. Please note, this is a 8 week class. Cost for this class is $179.00. Next class begins Tuesday, June 22nd from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.

8. Agility Level II (Intermediate Agility) - This class is for those who have become addicted to the sport. We introduce the canine/handler team to simple sequencing, intermediate handling skills, and obstacle proofing with emphasis on precision and speed. This is a drop-in style class. Please click here to read about class format and fees. Check back for next start date.

9. Pet Star Tricks Class - Teach your dog to bow, wave, crawl, play dead, and many other fun behaviors. Please note, this is a 6 week class. Cost for this class is $160.00. Next class begins Wednesday, April 28th from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.

10. Advanced Tricks - Sequencing tricks together to perform such behaviors as putting toys away or doing a dance routine with you. Please note, this is a drop in style class.$25.00 a session or 4 for $90.00. Contact us for more details and to sign up.

11. Conformation Class (Show Dog Handling Instruction) - Our instructor, Angela Pickett, is currently taking a break from group classes. She will still do private session for those who are interested. To schedule a private session, you may contact her directly at pickettpap@aol.com or calling her at 407-252-3111 (cell) or 407-359-6659 (home). Private classes are $20 per hour.

* The dog in the picture above is my friend Bailey Moyer. Click here to see more pictures of Bailey participating in agility and lure coursing.