Category: General Info
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Making Halloween Less Spooky for Dogs
Tis the season…the spooky season…the time when the decorations start to come out. And no sooner is Halloween over than the Christmas decorations come out (personally, one of my pet peeves…no one decorates for Thanksgiving!). It’s all in the spirit, right? Except for our poor dogs. Suddenly, walking in the neighborhood is a frightening thing.…
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Why Take Foundations
Part of being a responsible dog owner is teaching our dogs the rules of the world we live in. A well-trained dog is joy. At Great Companions we use positive, force-free methods to help you build a positive relationship with your dog. Our goal is to make training fun for both you and your dog. …
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Puppy Manners & Socialization
Course Description The objectives of this course are many: to allow puppies to socialize with other puppies and humans; to teach owners the importance of socialization of their dogs, particularly at a very young age; to impart owner information on canine care, to help puppy owners learn to effectively address common puppy challenges, and to…
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Advanced Manners
Course Description The objective for ADVANCED MANNERS is to provide further structure, motivation, and new skills for the human-canine team who enjoy working together and wish to continue to enhance their communications. It also serves as a stepping stone for entry into the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) preparedness coursework or entry into the world of…
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Puppies!
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW PUPPY! That little bundle of fur, paws and ears will be lots of fun, but he will also be sure to cause TONS of frustrations in the first few months. Here are some suggestions to help you make puppy’s transition to his new home a little easier. First, take a Puppy…
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Courses
Training and Obedience Puppy Manners & Socialization This six-week course is designed for puppies aged 9-16 weeks. It is a wonderful introduction to both puppies and their people into the world of, well, puppies and people! There are three sections to the course: owner information, early obedience, and puppy socialization. All three are equally important,…