Dog Obedience classes

Our extremely popular and affordable dog training classes help strengthen the bond between dog and owner and help prevent people from giving up their dogs because of poor behavior.

Check out instructor Matthew Posnick with his class on newsday.com.

ALL CLASSES RESUMES SPRING 2012

 

 

 

 

dog obedience 101 (basic) & Intermediate

Clases resume SPRING 2012
Dogs and their handlers will learn basic obedience using positive reinforcement techniques. Curriculum includes Leash Handling, Let's Go, Turning Techniques, Stay/Stand, Sit/Stay, Down/Stay, Leave It, Come, No Jumping and Leash Pulling Prevention Exercises.

When: BASIC, Saturday or Sunday Mornings 9-10am, 
           INTERMEDIATE, Saturday or Sunday Mornings 10-11am

Where: ARF Adoption Center, 90 Daniels Hole Road, Wainscott

Tuition: $125 for Five Classes ($100 for ARF dogs adopted within the last 12 months)

Instructor: Gail Murphy on Saturdays, Matthew Posnick on Sundays
 

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN

Classes resume SPRING 2012
Train your puppy early! It will pay off over a lifetime. 

When: Wednesdays 5-6pm.

Where: ARF Adoption Center, 90 Daniels Hole Road, Wainscott

Tuition: $100 for Four Classes ($75 for ARF puppies adopted within the last month)

Instructor: Matthew Posnick


recreational dog Agility

Classes resume SPRING 2012
Build the bond of trust between you and your dog while getting great exercise! Dogs and their handlers will work their way through the A Frame, weave polls and jumps plus tire jumping.

When: Saturdays (Beginner) 4-5pm (Intermediate) 5-6pm.

Where: ARF Adoption Center, 90 Daniels Hole Road, Wainscott

Tuition: $150 for Five Classes

Instructor: Matthew Posnick

WHAT TO BRING

  • 6 foot long leash, not wider than one inch. No Flexi Leads allowed!
  • Collar that fits the dog securely.
  • Appropriate footwear. No sandals please!

Note: Group Classes are not usually suitable for dogs that have serious behavior problems, such as aggression toward people and/or other dogs. ARF reserves the right to dismiss any dog that is disruptive and/or cannot be handled during class. Sorry, no refunds. If you have any questions please contact Michele Forrester at michele@arfhamptons.org.