Dog Services

Training

Clackamas County Dog Services is pleased to offer a variety of different classes and training sessions to help you and your dog become the best of friends.

All classes are held at Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas. Directions:
• From I-205, take Exit 12 (Estacada /Mt Hood Hwy 212/224). Proceed 2.0 miles through five traffic lights.
• The shelter is on the north side of the highway, behind Clackacraft. Look for the large, red drift boat on the left, which is next to the entrance driveway.

CLASSES

• Pet First Aid/CPR
• Puppy Kindergarten
• My New Dog - Helping Families Bond
• 4 Skills Club
  
• Basic Manners
• Intermediate Obedience
• Canine Good Citizen
• ScentWork
  
• Treibball
• Control Unleashed

Pet First Aid/CPR Class

Have you ever wondered how to treat a small laceration on your pet? Or when and how to perform CPR on your pet? What are the signs you pet is in distress? Come join us at Clackamas County Dog Services for answers to these questions and more that can help you care for your pet and save money. Learn Pet First Aid/CPR with Wayne Winter (retired firefighter) who will teach you all the basics.

Class Schedule (A class is one session.)

January 21, 2012	1:00 – 2:30
April 21, 2012	1:00 – 2:30
July 21, 2012	1:00 – 2:30
October 6, 2012	1:00 – 2:30

Registration: $15 (including a $5 donation to the Dog Shelter). Preregistration is encouraged, but not required. For more information: 503-655-8628.

Puppy Kindergarten

Puppies can be as challenging as they are cute!

• Are you having house training problems?
• Is your pup chewing everything?
• Is out-of-control-behavior starting to take the joy out of having a pup?

Take heart: ALL puppies need some basic training! Many times our expectations of puppies are different than they would be for any other animal; we need to teach them how to live in a human world! The good news:

• Training can be fun for both you and your puppy;
• Training does not need to take over your life ~ you can have a well-behaved dog in minutes a day!

Raise your puppy proactively and learn how to easily prevent problems - and how to deal with those that crop up!

We now offer Puppy Kindergarten twice each week - Wednesday evening and Saturday morning!

Your paid registration reserves your spot in class. 

Check www.clackamasdogs.org/calendar.html for confirmation of class days (we occasionally will skip a Saturday).

My New Dog: Helping Families Bond

One of the challenges of adoption is helping our families and our new dogs make all of the transitions needed to become a loving family. We know that many of the reasons that adopted dogs are returned to rescues and shelters are because that transition can be hard and frustrating.

We are here to help. We are replacing our 4 weeks to family classes with an opportunity for you to get more targeted help for the issues you and your newly adopted dog are experiencing. We can help with house training, walking on lead, crate training, learning new expectations (the dog that is).

My New Dog classes are scheduled twice each month; the first Friday from 7-8pm and the third Saturday from 1-2pm. 

Please watch our website calendar for the most up-to-date scheduling.

There is no charge for “My New Dog” classes (of course, donations are always appreciated).

4 Skills Club

Sometimes less is more; your dog needs some training, but you don't have time for a full 8 week session. Or maybe your dog really only needs some work in one or two areas to be perfect. Our 4 Skills Club is the answer. Each month we offer the following schedule of topics:

• First Monday of the month - Fix Your Jump (learn how to stop your dog's jumping up)
• Second Monday of the month - Wait (teaching the ultimate practical skill)
• Third Monday of the month -  Who's Walking Whom? (we don't need to explain this one!)
• Fourth Monday of the month - Come Here! (the ultimate practical and safety skill)
  

Sign up for one class, 4 weeks, 8 weeks, or even the full meal deal - 12 weeks! You decide which topics to attend; stick with just one, two, skip a month - whatever works!

Classes are from 7:00-8:00pm

$20 for drop-in class

$60 for 4 week block

$115 for 8 week block*

$160 for 12 week block*
* $25 discount for adopted shelter dogs.

Attend any classes you choose; consecutive weeks is NOT required.

Your paid registration reserves your spot in class.

Basic Manners

• Are you tired of feeling frustrated or embarrassed by your dog's behavior?
• Do you want to totally enjoy being around your dog?

Join us and learn how easy it can be to teach your dog to behave in ways that allow you to really enjoy them. Learn how fun training can be - it doesn't have to be a chore for either one of you!  Basic training improves and enhances the bond you share. You both deserve that!

Manners Class Content

Registration Fee:  $125*

Class length:  1 hour

Course Length:  8 weeks

*dogs adopted from shelters receive a $25 discount.

Register today - you will be so glad you did...

and your dog will be so much happier knowing how to be right!

Classes are held Wednesday evenings, 6:30-7:30 and Saturday mornings from 10-11 am.

Registration fees are $125 ($25 discount if your dog was adopted from a shelter). Class sizes are limited, so register early and ensure your dog’s good manners.

Your paid registration reserves your spot in class. 

Check calendar for class start dates.

Intermediate Obedience

This class is all about taking the bond and communication we started in the Basic class to super-practical levels. You will learn how to train effectively for real-life situations and distractions.

The result will be:

• Increased reliability
• A deeper bond
• More fun with your dog

What will we learn in class?

This class will take the introductory level skills learned in the Basic class to a real-life level. You will learn to teach reliable:

• Stays
• Loose leash walking in the real world
• Recalls (come when called)
• Self control
• Ignoring distractions
  

Dogs that are trained enjoy more freedom than untrained dogs; people enjoy being around a trained dog. This class will move you and your dog to a new level – you will become a team!

Classes are 6 weeks for $100*

*$25 discount for adopted shelter dogs.

Your paid registration reserves your spot in class. 

Check calendar for class dates.

Canine Good Citizen

A certified Canine Good Citizen tells the world that your dog has excellent manners and you are a responsible dog owner. Some homeowner's insurance companies offer discounts for CGC certified dogs, and many landlords will only accept CGC certified dogs as tenants.

Clackamas County Dog Services offers 25% off your annual dog license fee if your dog is a certified Canine Good Citizen.

If you are interested in prepping for the Canine Good Citizen test, we can help! They provide super practical skills for every day life with your dog, and prepare you to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test.

Class is a 6 week session for $100*

*$25 discount for adopted shelter dogs.

Your paid registration reserves your spot in class. 

ScentWork

 

Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00pm

6 weeks - $100

Treibball

Treibball is a new way to play with your dog! It’s a competitive sport for dogs of all ages and sizes–it promotes better teamwork and communication between dog and handler. It’s great fun for any energetic dog who works well off-leash and needs a job, or any dog who likes to herd and doesn’t have sheep!

If you haven’t seen the game in action yet, watch the videos on our American Treibball YouTube channel!

Treibball began in Germany to give their energetic dogs some much needed mental and physical stimulation.

We think it’s a great game–perfect for American dogs and their owners, too! It’s fun for any dog that loves to play chase games, to herd or just use their amazing, problem-solving ability. Competing in Agility takes special equipment, the ability to run with your dog and direct him through each obstacle. Treibball promotes the same kind of teamwork and communication, but does not put any physical stress on the handler. It also builds confidence for the shy dog, and helps reactive dogs with impulse control.

 

Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm

6 weeks - $100

Control Unleashed

Is your dog:

• Easily distracted?
• Mildly to moderately reactive or easily aroused?
• Anxious, stressed, or shut down?
• Unable to control their impulses when excited?
• Uncomfortable or unable to work around other dogs?
• A potential competitor in any dog sport?

Then Control Unleashed is for you!

Control Unleashed is a unique program that will teach you and your dog how to relax, focus, and work reliably in either stimulating or stressful situations. You and your dog will learn how to get the most out of any dog class you attend, or even life "out-and-about", by giving you both the tools to focus, feel confident, and set up for success. This class is a great starting-point for any dog who may someday compete in agility, freestyle, rally, or other dog sport, or for the dog who wants to be “on-the go!”

You will learn how to read your dog's behavior, help your dog relax and stay calm by giving him new ways to respond  in exciting or stressful situations, and build self-control and focus while forging a stronger, deeper connection personal to you and your dog.

Control Unleashed classes are small in size, with plenty of safe space for each dog and handler team to work and learn. The classes emphasize working at the level each team is ready for, with lots of individual attention.

This course is based on the book Control Unleashed, Creating a Focused and Confident Dog by Leslie McDevitt. A copy of the book is required for attendance in this course.

Control Unleashed classes are 90 minutes, and run for 7 weeks; check our calendar for start date.

$150 for the 7 week course.