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GROUP CLASSES taught at the View Royal Community Hall unless otherwise noted.

To participate in group classes puppies/dogs must get along with people and other dogs, and not bark incessantly.
If your dog doesn't fit this criteria - we can help - you may need a private session or two to get you and your dog on track.

Click here for a printable Registration Form [confirm by phone or email] or
Click here for Online Registration.

For a list of things you'll need for your first class click here.

 

PUPPY HEAD START

These are social enrichment sessions for puppies over eight weeks of age and under five months of age. Take advantage of the most critical development stage for your puppy.  We will expose them to a variety of sounds, scents and situations to prepare them for life. 
Body handling and basic canine learning principles will be covered as well as numerous other puppy related subjects. 
This program will help to build a solid foundation for all other training you & your pup will do.
Call or
email to register. Sessions run continuously on an 'as needed' basis.

$150.00

Four Sessions

 

PUPPY 1

Socialization to dogs & people is the main focus.
Also included are basic manners and obedience for pups under five months (20 weeks) of age.
Bite Inhibition, House Training, Loose Leash Walking, Sit, Down, Stand, Come, Stay. 
Prevention of common behaviors such as Barking, Digging, Chewing, Jumping Up.
Tips on toys, health & nutrition. Most of this class is taught off leash.
Includes supervised off leash play sessions

Prerequisite:  Pups must be under 20 weeks of age when the class starts
Next Sessions Start:   Saturday, July 25th at 9:30am
Call or email to register

$200.00

Six Sessions
Also includes free admission to Puppy Playtime.

PUPPY 2

Increasing the fluency of skills learned in Puppy 1. 
We will start adding distance, duration and distractions.
Focus on socialization to dogs & people will continue. 
We will try to arrange a field trip to help you transfer classroom skills to the real world.
Some of this class is taught off leash.
Includes supervised off leash play sessions

Prerequisite:  Puppy 1 with Canine Chaos
Next Session:  TBA
Call or email to register

$175.00

Six Sessions

PUPPY PLAYTIME click here to learn more

Would your puppy benefit from more supervised play? 
These Saturday morning sessions are a great place for your pup to
polish their doggie skills and for you to network with other puppy owners.
Please let us know you are coming - call 896-7297 or 419-1334 or email info@canine-chaos.com

Prerequisite:  Pups must be under 16 weeks
                     Proof of initial vaccination required
Next Session:  Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 10:30am
*You don't need to be registered in Canine Chaos classes in order to attend*

FREE for pups currently enrolled in Canine Chaos classes

Others $10.00
per Session

PET DOG MANNERS

Basic obedience and manners for dogs over five months of age.
Attention work, Sit/Down/Stand, Come, Stay, Loose Leash Walking, Leadership,
Polite Greetings, Problem Prevention.
This class is taught on leash.
Next Session:  Saturday, June 6, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Call or email to register

$175.00

Six Sessions

PET DOG MANNERS 2

Increasing the fluency of skills learned in Pet Dog Manners 1.
We will start adding distance, duration and distractions to the skills learned
in Pet Dog 1.

Prerequisite:  Puppy or Pet Dog Manners 1 
Next Session:  TBA
Call or email
to register.

$175.00

Six Sessions

SHY/REACTIVE DOGS

Does your dog need help getting comfortable in new situations or with new people? 
Does your dog bark/growl/lunge at other dogs, people, bicycles, or skateboards?
Do you dread taking your dog for a walk?

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TRACKING & FUN NOSE WORK click here to learn more

Are you interested in a fun way to interact with your dog? Does your dog need a job?
Tracking and nose work is a great way to keep a dog's mind and body busy without increasing arousal levels [important if you happen to have a reactive dog].
Whether you plan to track for fun or competition, this class will provide you with the basic skills needed.  We will discuss scent theory and dog's scenting ability as well as help get you started on tracking and some fun nose games. 
The first class will be held at the View Royal Community Hall and the remainder will
take place in the community in all types of weather.
Dogs should have basic obedience. 
Equipment requirements will be discussed at the first session.
Maximum of six dogs - puppies are welcome to attend too!

Next Sessions start: 
Level 1 - Starting:  Thursday, June 4th at 10:00 am
                                   Tuesday, June 9th at 6:30pm 
FULL
Classes fill quickly - register today.

For all tracking inquiries please contact:

Malene at 250.419.1334 or malene@canine.chaos.com

 

$275.00

CANINE GOOD NEIGHBOUR TEST PREPARATION

The test is non-competitive and allows dog and handler to demonstrate confidence and control in 12 steps. It assesses the handler and dog's relationship, together with the handler's ability to control the dog. Dogs are evaluated on their ability to perform basic exercises as well as their ability to demonstrate good manners in everyday situations. Source:  www.ckc.ca

This class will help you prepare for the Canine Good Neighbour test. We will guide you and your dog through the 12 steps and offer assistance and feedback on areas you need to practice.
The final class will be a Canine Good Neighbour fun test.

To learn more about the Canine Good Neighbour program,
go to the Canadian Kennel Club's website.

Prerequisite:  Puppy or Pet Dog Manners 1 or at trainer's discretion

Level 2:  TBA - must have taken CGN Level 1
[this session will run for six weeks with a fun test administered on the sixth week]

Call or email to register

$175.00

Six sessions

BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENTS/PRIVATE TRAINING/CONSULTATIONS

Initial session/consult:  $135.00 typically lasts 1.5 hours

Private training after initial consultation is $55* per hour with one trainer $80* with two trainers, your location or ours

*mileage and travel time costs may apply for locations outside of the Greater Victoria area.

Contact Suzanne:

suzanne@canine-chaos.com
(250) 896-PAWS (7297)

Contact Malene:

malene@canine-chaos.com
(250) 419-1334

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