Basic Obedience

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Sirius K9 Training Basic Group K9 Obedience Classes run 7 & 6 weeks in length and are held at our facility in Yorba Linda, in Huntington Beach at a local park, or in Irvine.

This class is great for dogs of all ages! It is especially beneficial for young dogs. We have had dogs that started the class acting very aggressively towards the other dogs due to a lack of socialization, but by the end of the last class had improved so much that it was remarkable!

We recommend that dogs be at least 4 months old when starting this class. If your dog is younger than 4 months old, we recommend that you sign up for our Puppy Manners class.

WE EDUCATE YOU on how to train your dog properly by using both positive and negative consequences together CORRECTLY! We have many references and have had great feedback about our classes!

Please note: The first day of class is a 2 hour orientation. Dogs do not attend the first class. We encourage the entire family to attend the orientation as it is extremely insightful and educational. Anyone handling a dog in class must attend the orientation. We will teach you
how to get your dog's respect! We especially encourage women to handle the dog in class, as it is very common that women have a harder time getting the dog's respect. (And we will tell you why!)

Next Class - Our next Basic Group Classes begins soon! Our classes are limited in size. Please check our schedules page for dates and locations.

The 2 hour Basic Class Orientation held at our Yorba Linda facility once every 8 weeks is mandatory for all wanting to attend one of our basic group classes, including our Irvine/South OC classes. (You can not attend the Irvine/South OC basic class without first attending an Orientation at our Yorba Linda facility.)

The Basic Class Orientation is also open to those who just want to be educated further about dogs in general. It is a wonderful class for those who want to expand their knowledge, improve their handling and leadership skills, fix issues they are having at home, and who want to develop a better understanding of their dog, as well as a stronger bond, and build more trust with their own dog. You can attend just the Basic Class Orientation without joining the basic class for $50. (Rescue / shelter volunteers and veterinary staff can attend this extremely informative class for only $40.)

Please note: If you would like to just attend the orientation but not one of the Yorba Linda basic classes, you must still sign up for the Basic Class Orientation (select the date you would like to attend) and pay in advance. Please put in the comment section that you are either just attending the orientation or are attending the Yorba Linda Basic Class Orientation and will be in the next Irvine/South OC class.

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Basic Obedience Test and Certification

Pricing
Payment is due on the first day of class.* Please refer to our schedules section of the Web site for pricing.

* We have several discounts for dogs adopted from a rescue organization or shelter, current law enforcement, fire, military personnel, current Sirius K9 Training personal protection dogs and guide/service dogs.

Note: Only one discount per dog.

This class covers the following commands:

Informal heeling (dog stays with you on a loose leash)
Formal heeling (dog on your left side - dog's shoulders even with your knees. Includes: left, right, and about turns)
Automatic sit (the dog will automatically sit when you stop walking)
Sit/down/sit from a down (on your left side and at the end of the leash in front of you)
Sit and down stay (on your left side and at the end of the leash in front of you)
A "release" command (to give your dog a break from obedience training)
Informal recall (reinforces the dog's name for when it is off leash)
Formal recall ("come" or "here" command and the dog must come to you and sit in front of you)
Wait (so the dog does not bolt out the door or gate)
And much more!

We encourage the use of treats and toys to make it fun!

Our indoor facility has restrooms and plenty of chairs. Most of the class will be held inside, however, as the dogs advance (or if it is a large class), we will spend more time outside. (Bring sunglasses for the Sunday morning class and a jacket for the Wednesday evening class.) Please dress comfortably!

~ BASIC GROUP OBEDIENCE (YORBA LINDA) - (7 week / 16 hour course)
(WEDNESDAYS 6:00 pm / SUNDAYS 9:00 am. With over-flow classes as needed. Over-flow class times will be assigned based on sign-up / deposit date.) Held at the Sirius K9 Academy (indoor facility) in Yorba Linda. Class is on rain or shine!
Instructors: Caroline Haldeman, Mary-Lou Halliday-Campbell, John Endlich and Mary Ann Loomis. (This course has a minimum of two and as many as four instructors per class!)

New classes for 2012 begin on: (these are the Orientation/First Class dates for ALL Sunday and Wednesday Basic Obedience classes).

SUNDAY = January 15
SUNDAY = March 4
SUNDAY = April 22
SUNDAY = June 10
SUNDAY = July 29
SUNDAY = September 16
SUNDAY = November 4

Dogs should be a minimum of 4 months old. Please note: The first Wednesday class is on the above posted Sunday class start dates. We combine both classes for the first class which is an orientation. After attending the Sunday orientation, if you signed up for the Wednesday class, you will then attend the remaining classes on the following Wednesday evenings. (Class size maximum is 6 - 8 dogs.) Dogs do NOT attend the first class. The first class is approximately 2 hours long. Cost: $200.00 ** ($50.00 Discount for two or more dogs from the same household. / $35.00 Discount for dogs adopted from a shelter or rescue. / $25.00 Discount for current Sirius personal protection dogs, returning clients, service dogs in training, current law enforcement, fire, and military personnel!) Please note: Only one discount per dog.
Prerequisite: You must sign up for this class on our Web site. A deposit of $50.00 per dog must be paid in advance to reserve a spot in the class and to be added to the class roster. The balance is due on the first day of class and the deposit will be applied to the class fee. (For those wanting to only attend the orientation the cost is $50.00) In this class, you will also see a live demo of the Basic & Intermediate obedience tests and each handler / dog team will receive a professional “Mug Shot” and group class photo! sign up and pay for this class
Contact us at 714-296-9714 or via e-mail at info@siriusk9training.com for more class details.

~ BASIC GROUP OBEDIENCE (HUNTINGTON BEACH) - (7 week course)
(TUESDAYS @ 7:00 pm) Held at indoor location in or near HB.
Instructor: Mary-Lou Halliday-Campbell.

Open enrollment class. New classes are scheduled when we reach our class minimum with sign-ups and deposit payments.
Next class start date: TBA (Feb 2012)
Dogs should be a minimum of 4 months old. Class size maximum is 6! Dogs do not come to the first class. The first class is "Orientation" and is approximately 2 hours long.
Cost: $200.00
Prerequisite: You must sign up for this class on our Web site. A deposit of $50.00 per dog must be paid in advance to reserve a spot and to be added to the next class roster. The balance is due on the first day of class and the deposit will be applied to the class fee. Sign up and make your deposit payment today to be added to the roster for our next class and to be notified of the next class start date.
sign up and pay for this class Sign up today to be added to the roster and to be notified of the next class start date.
Contact Mary-Lou at 714-742-0085 or via e-mail at Marylou@siriusk9training.com for more class details.

~ BASIC GROUP OBEDIENCE (IRVINE) – (6 week stream-lined course)
(SUNDAYS @ 4:30 pm) Held in south / west Irvine.
Instructor: Caroline Haldeman.
Next projected class start date: March 4
Dogs should be a minimum of 4 months old. Class size maximum is 6! Dogs do not come to the first class. The first class is "Orientation" and is approximately 2 hours long.
Cost: $175.00 (no discounts given for this class)
Prerequisite: You must sign up for this class on our Web site. A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 per dog must be paid in advance to reserve a spot and to be added to the next class roster. The balance is due on the first day of class and the deposit will be applied to the class fee. sign up and pay for this class Sign up and make your deposit payment today to be added to the roster for our next class and to be notified of the next class start date and location.
Contact Caroline at 714-296-9714 or via e-mail at Caroline@siriusk9training.com for more class details.

We look forward to seeing you and your 4 legged partner in class!