Dogs in the REAL WORLD Class: This class is for dogs who have completed a Basic Life Skills class to practice in public places. This is an outdoor class, which meets at a different location each time. There is a minimum of four dogs required to hold class, call to make sure class will run if you plan to register on-site. 2012 class fee, in advance is $30 per class, or $100 for a package of four classes. Drop-in price is $40 per dog, per class. All prices are tax-included. We accept cash, check (to The Refined Canine), and major credit cards.
SPRING 2012 dates
Sundays 1:30-2:30 PM:
Apr 01 ~ Pagels Elementary School, 26 Benham Hill Rd, West Haven CT
Apr 15 ~ Pequonnock Valley Greenway, Tait Rd at SR 127, Trumbull CT
May 06 ~ Racebrook Tract Trails, 905 Racebrook Road, Orange CT
May 20 ~ Long Brook Park, parking on Glendale St near Charlton St, Stratford CT
Thursdays 6:30-7:30 PM:
May 17 ~ West
Haven Beach, 300 Captain Thomas Blvd (St. John Vianney Church)
May 24 ~ Best Buy, 53 Boston Post Road, Orange CT
May 31 ~ Stratford PetCo, 955 Ferry Blvd, Stratford CT (The Dock)
Jun 14 ~ Milford Green, Broad Street Milford (Gazebo)
Summer 2012 REAL WORLD Series
**Pre-register for all summer classes, get 2 weeks free, $300**
Thursdays 6:30-7:30 PM:
Jun 28 ~ Pet Supplies Plus, 471 Boston Post Road, Orange CT
July 05 ~ Paradise Green, Main St at Huntington Rd, Stratford CT **CGC PRACTICE**
July 12 ~ Milford PetCo, 1401 Boston Post Road, Milford CT
**CGC PRACTICE**
July 19 ~ West Haven Green, Main Street at Cambell Ave, West Haven CT
Aug 09 ~ Pequonnock Valley Greenway, Tait Rd at SR 127, Trumbull CT
Aug 16 ~ Guitar Center, 50 Boston Post Road, Orange CT
Aug 23 ~ Milford Green, Broad Street Milford (Gazebo) **CGC PRACTICE**
Aug 30 ~ West Haven Beach, 300 Captain Thomas Blvd (St. John Vianney Church)
Saturdays 9:30-10:30 AM:
Jun 23 ~ Racebrook Tract Trails, 905 Racebrook Road, Orange CT
Jun 30 ~ West Haven Beach, 300 Captain Thomas Blvd (St. John Vianney Church)
July 07 ~ Pequonnock Valley Greenway, Tait Rd at SR 127, Trumbull CT
Aug 04 ~ Long Brook Park, parking on Glendale St near Charlton St, Stratford CT
Aug 18 ~ Milford PetCo, 1401 Boston Post Road, Milford CT
**CGC PRACTICE**
Aug 25 ~ Paradise Green, Main St at Huntington Rd, Stratford CT **CGC PRACTICE**
*Real World classes are weather-dependent. In case of cancellation, the scheduled location will be rescheduled for the next available opening at the same day & time.
**CGC practice runs are available at these sessions for those preparing to take the CGC exam. The Stratford Animal Rescue Society will be holding CGC exams at the Fall Festival on Paradise Green on October 6, 2012. Trap Falls Kennel Club will also be holding CGC exams for Responsible Dog Ownership Day on September 10, 2012 at the River Walk in Shelton.
AKC Canine Good Citizen Preparatory Course: This class is an advanced obedience class for dogs who have completed at least a basics class. Our Intermediate Refined Canine Class is often held as a CGC Preparatory Course. The focus of the class is on the ten stations of the CGC exam. We practice the skills needed to pass the CGC exam in a fun & motivating format, utilizing games and real-life situations. When announced, the CGC Exam is held on the final week of class. We also have built CGC Practice into our REAL WORLD program (see dates/locations above)!
Crash Course for Common Problems: 4-week course. This course will cover simple solutions for common problems, like jumping up (on people & furniture), crowding/rushing the door, inappropriate barking, chewing/stealing, nipping and paying better attention. Take with the Recall Refresher for a package price.
Recall Refresher: Intensive 4-week course. This course starts at the beginning and proofs the recall exercise with increasing difficulty. This course also covers attention-getting exercises and enhances your relationship with your dog. This class is ideal for dogs who do not have a reliable recall or dogs who need a refresher. Take with the Crash Course for Common Problems for a package price.