•  Well, you've come to the right place.

 

Our Focus & Confidence Class is geared toward under-focused and over-reactive dogs. We apply techniques from several sources as we progress through the weekly training exercises.

 

We teach handlers how to view the world from a dog’s point of view and to use that knowledge to become a more focused team.

 

This is an 8-week hands-on comprehensive class. This class takes complete dedication by the student / handler to complete ALL eight weeks. It is for serious-minded handlers interested in building an amazing bond with their K9 partner.

 

We prescreen students to help ensure our classes are right for them.

 

 

They are our friend, our partner,

our defender, our dog

 

We are their life, their love,

their leader

 

They will be ours, faithful & true,

to the last beat of their heart

 

We owe it to them to be worthy

of such devotion

 

 

 

 

 

Creature Vision  -  Allows you to see exactly what your K9 partner sees. A useful training aid for all competitive

dog sports.

 

 

Why do we do that to ourselves?

 

We know they don't live as long as we do.

 

We know the heavy sadness when they pass away.

 

So why do we get dogs?

 

Because dogs teach so much, and make us better people.

 

This class requires faithful dedication by the student/handler to complete ALL 8 weeks.

 

The program is for serious-minded indibiduals with the desire and commitment to improve their relationship and handling skills with their K9 partner.

 

Each week we build extensively upon the prior week’s work. As we progress through the exercises, they become more challenging. It is extremely difficult to catch up if a student misses a class. Therefore, plan on attending ALL EIGHT WEEKS.

 

Training facility Location: JCAC The Patch • 25128 N 15th Avenue • Phoenix, AZ  85085

 

Class tuition is $100.00 for the eight-week program.

 

Your dog, duh • A place mat which will be explained to you when you register for class • A leash NO longer than 6 feet, NO flexible leashes • Water for you & your dog • Bags to clean up after your dog • Treats, low & high value which will be explained to you • A copy of the book Control Unleashed By Leslie McDevitt, MLA, CDBC, CPDT. Leslie's book is readily available online, and we also sell it directly to our students at a generous discount.

 

Aggression: Aggression is one of the most common reasons pet owners seek professional help. But what really is aggression? Aggression is typically viewed as any threat to harm an individual, whether this individual is human or another animal. There are many different forms of aggression, and it is important to determine the cause in order to appropriately deal with the issue at hand. Aggression can be due to guarding territory or protecting a family member, resource guarding, fear, frustration, prey drive, and/or pain.

 

Reactivity: Reactivity is commonly confused with aggression. Dogs that are reactive are those that overreact to certain things or situations. Genetics, lack of proper socialization, or a combination of the two can cause reactivity, and fear is typically the driving force. Reactive dogs may have certain triggers, such as men with beards or hats, small children, or situations when the dog feels trapped by being on a leash.

 

No, we do not work with aggressive dogs in this class. However, if we determine that you have an aggressive dog during a pre-class interview, we will refer you to local professionals who specialize working with these behavior issues.

 

Yes we do. Email us Here for assistance to discuss your specific needs.

 

Do Dogs Really Speak To Us: Yes, but only to those who know how to listen to them.

 

Excellent question. The answer depends on you. If your goal is to build a stronger relationship with your K9 partner, then yes, by all means this class is for you. However, just like any training we do in life, you get out of it what you put into it. If you are willing to spend a reasonable amount of time working with your K9 partner, then you can achieve some amazing results.

 

When Does The Next Class start: Email us Here for further information on class dates.

 

Waiver Of Liability: All students are required to sign a waiver of liability.