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Obedience Training
Programs:
 Congratulations
on making the responsible decision to train your dog. Well-trained
dogs are a pleasure to be around and they have happy owners who
spend time with them. The weekly group training classes are fun,
enjoyable and good exercise for both you and your dog.
The Arlington Humane Society runs on-going obedience training classes
for puppies starting at 7 weeks of age as well as adult dogs whether
just starting training or at a more advanced level. If you are willing
to put in the time working with your dog, we can help you to have
a well-behaved pet. The Humane Society will help educate you as
well as your dog. All classes taught by the Humane Society are by
donation. We ask that you make a $95.00 tax deductible donation
to help support this and other programs. The Humane Society operates
solely on donations. We receive no tax money or other government
funding and we can only do what we have the funds to do.
General Overview: It
takes time, patience and repetition to properly train a dog. There
are no short cuts. Don't fall victim to the TV dog trainers who
promise to train dogs in a week or two for $500 to $1500. Most probably,
you will wind up wasting your money and can ruin your dog, especially
if you opt for any aggression training. Every dog is different and
learns at a different rate. Over the years we have found most owners
who attend weekly classes regularly and spend time working with
their dog at home usually accomplish their goal of a well-behaved
dog in 1-2 months. Owners who want a totally off-leash trained dog
should plan on spending another 2-4 months. After the initial training
period, discipline must be reinforced on a regular basis. We will
work with you to accomplish your goal of having a well-trained dog,
but you must be willing to spend the time necessary working with
your dog. Hands-on field work includes the commands heel, sit, sit-stay,
down, down-stay and come when called and is introduced at the proper
age and experience level of your dog .Our classroom series includes
weekly lectures on dog psychology, behavioral problems, grooming,
nutrition, flea and tick control, veterinary care and first aid.
Once you have attended the orientation class you are welcome to
attend class until you attain the desired level of training with
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Puppy
Kindergarten: 
This class is for puppies between the ages of 7 - 16 weeks. The class
meets Saturdays at 9:30 AM at Country Acres Kennels. Classes are 1
hour long and your puppy should attend this class until reaching 4
months of age. Classes cover early socialization and proper bonding
techniques with humans and other animals. We also cover such topics
as housebreaking, chewing, biting, digging and other puppy problem
behavior and the lecture classes mentioned above.. Leash breaking
and the commands heel and sit are introduced. When we teach proper
behavior early we don't have to go back later and correct problems.
Don't miss this all important time to get your puppy started in the
correct direction toward being a well-behaved dog. Between 7 and 16
weeks of age we are molding behavior, after 16 weeks we are changing
established behavioral patterns. Whatever you teach a puppy, you are
going to have to live with in an adult dog. Owners must pre-register
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| Adult Dog Class: This
class is for dogs 4 MONTHS AND OLDER. This class
works on general control, heel, sit, stay, down, come when called
and addresses all behavioral problems. The class starts with a two
hour Behavioral Psychology class on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the
month at 11 am. Thereafter the classes are Saturday morning at 9 am
and Wednesday evening at 7pm during Daylight Savings Hours. The classes
include the lecture series and age/experience related field work including
heel, sit, sit-stay, down, down-stay and come when called. Once your
dog achieves the required level of training you will be promoted to
ADVANCED training. Owners and their dogs can attend these classes
for as long as they wish. Owners are required to PRE-REGISTER
for this class. SEE PRE-REGISTRATION and EQUIPMENT LIST below. |
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| Pre-Registration: Owners
must pre-register at least 24 hours in advance of all classes.
You may pre-register Monday through Friday between 7am - 7pm at Country
Acres Kennels, 7817 South Cooper St., Arlington, where the classes
are taught. The kennel is located on Cooper Street, 4 miles south
of Interstate 20, and 1 mile north of Highway 287 in south Arlington.
The kennel donates space and staff to help the Arlington Humane Society.
All of the Humane Society classes are taught by volunteers under the
direction of the professional trainers, behavioral psychologists and
veterinarians at the kennel. Owners must bring vaccination
records and, if over 6 months of age, proof of heartworm prevention
and sterilization in order to register for any class. All dogs are
required to be current on vaccinations including DHLP, Parvo, Corona,
Bordetella and if over 3 mos. old, Rabies is required. Puppies
should receive vaccinations at 6, 9, 12 and 16 weeks of age. Dogs
over 6 months old must be on heartworm prevention and be sterilized.
Dogs should also be free of all internal and external parasites. The
Humane Society sponsors several low-cost vaccination clinics and a
low-cost spay/neuter program if you wish to save money. Call (817)
468-0444 for more information on these programs. Orientation class
is required for adult dog class participants. This class lasts 2-2
½ hours and is taught by one of several behavioral psychologists
on staff at Country Acres Kennels and concentrates on the academic
side of dog behavior. Classes fill up quickly so please pre-register
for all classes as early as possible. Preference is given to residents
of Arlington, Mansfield and Grand Prairie, as this is the primary
area served by the Arlington Humane Society. However, space permitting,
residents of other cities are welcome. At the time of registration,
the Humane Society asks that you to make a tax deductible donation
of $95 or more. Your generous donations go directly to support our
programs. If you cannot afford this, let us know at the time of registration.
We will not turn anyone away. |
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For their protection and safety children
are not allowed at classes.
Equipment for all Training classes is based
on the age, experience level and personality of your dog. One of
our counselors will help you with the purchase of the correct equipment
when you pre-register. Please be prepared to purchase the correct
equipment at that time.
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| Note: For those owners who do not have the time and patience necessary
to train their own dog, or have a dog with special problems, Country
Acres Kennels, where the Humane Society classes are taught, offers
professional in-kennel training and boarding. Behavioral psychologists
as well as professional trainers are on staff at the kennel to handle
these cases. Special rates and programs are available for Humane Society
clients. Whenever you go out of town Country Acres Kennels has been
providing a safe, secure and caring atmosphere for boarding pets for
over 30 years. Call metro (817) 467-2511 for further information regarding
boarding and/or professional training at the kennel. |
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