Classes for 2018 (March-December)

All classes currently held at Canine/Feline Behavior Counseling, 11652 East Ada Place, Aurora CO 80012
**Note: Other class times and locations be scheduled upon request
Reactive Dog Leash Class-
                 This class is for dogs who are highly reactive to other dogs, either on or off leash.  Dogs will be intermixed according to size, breed, and temperament.  For this reason, class registration will close 3 days before the scheduled class.Dogs must be current clients of Canine Behavior Counseling, (if not current client, complete an appointment request below, to schedule an in-home consultation.    $25 per dog (Note: each dog must have a separate handler)
1 Sunday December 2, 2-3 pm
Other class times will be added depending on interest. 

Pet Therapy Academy:
A four week course to acclimate the sounds, reactions, and situations that pet therapy team may encounter during a pet therapy visit. $80 per animal/handler. All species are welcome.
Note: This class is not required for registration with any organization.
Dates:
4 Saturdays December 1- December 15, 11am-12pm, Saturday, December 22, 9-1030am. Makeup class Sunday, December 16, 12-1pm

Canine Socialization (for fearful/mildly aggressive dogs)
The purpose of this class is to expose fearful dogs to humans, other dogs and novel experiences. 
MUST have previous evaluation or approval by Marie or Tyson to enroll. $80.00 per dog/handler-4 week class.
Dates:
4 Sundays, December 2-23, 1-2pm

2019 Class Schedule

New class structure and schedule: Please read carefully.

NEW!     Bicycling with Your Dog

Bicycling with your dog can be fun, and a great way to exercise (both of you). This class trains you and your dog to ride together safely and enjoyably. 
Bring your dog and your bicycle! (We can not provide bicycles). A nylon or rope leash of 3-5 feet in length is required (no chain or retractable leashes), and a head collar is strongly recommended. Bicycle helmets are required. 
This is an outdoor class, and subject to weather closures and rescheduling.
Cost $25 per dog. A separate handler is required for each dog. 
To register for this class, complete and return the Bicycle Class Registration Form. 
Each class is on Sundays from 11am-12 noon (April- October)
April 7
May 5
June 2
June 30
August 4
September 8
October 6

American Kennel Club Star Puppy- -

6 week class. $120 per dog-covers basic commands, puppy training issues and socialization. Open to dogs 8 weeks to 12 months.
Fun in puppy class:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z86KVaRjzcg
New Sessions beginning every few weeks. Note: Puppy must attend 6 weeks/classes to be qualify as an AKC Star Puppy.
All Sessions on Sundays, 2-3 pm
January 6-February 10th
January 20-February 24th
February 10-March 17
March 3-April 14, no class 3/31
March 17-May 5, no class 3/31 or 4/21
April 7-May 19, no class 4/21
May 5-June 16, no class 5/26
June 2-July 14, no class 7/7
June 23-July 28, no class 7/7
July 21-August 25
August 4-September 15  no class Sept 1
September 8-October 20, no class 9/29
October 6-November 10
October 27-December 8, no class 10/1

Speaking Dog

Learn how your dog perceives the world, thinks, communicates and learns, Recommended not only for all dog "parents", but also for anyone working with dogs or just want to learn more about canine culture.  Note:  This class is for humans only. Do not being your dog. Demo dogs/Native Speakers will be present to help you learn. 
$40 per person (couple in same household)
All classes held on Sundays, 12 noon-3pm
January 13
March 10
May 12
July 14
September 8
November 10

Reactive Dog Leash Class

 This class is for dogs who are highly reactive to other dogs, either on or off leash.  Dogs will be intermixed according to size, breed, and temperament.  For this reason, class registration will close 7 days  before the scheduled class.
Dogs must be current clients of Canine Behavior Counseling, (if not current client, complete an appointment request below, to schedule an in-home consultation.   
Note: each dog must have a separate handler and a properly fitting head collar. A nylon or rope leash of 1-4 feet is also required. Chain and retractable leashes are NOT allowed. 
This is an outdoor class, and subject to weather closures and reschedulings. 
Cost $25 per dog. 
Each class is on Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm
January 6
January 20
February 3
February 17
March 3
March 13
April 7
May 5
May 19
June 2
June 30
July 21
August 4
August 18
September 15
October 6
October 20
November 3
November 17
December 15

"Scaredy" Dog Socialization Hour 

(for fearful/mildly aggressive dogs)

This class replaces the former 4 week Canine Socialization Class. The class is now a single hour, stand alone class, with new experiences (human, dog interactions, other species interaction, and "stress inducing" experiences) each week. Dogs may attend one or many classes.  
All dogs enrolled in this class must be a current client, and receive approval from Marie or Tyson. If we are not currently working with your dog , please complete a behavior questionnaire and schedule an in-home evaluation/consultation. 
$25 per dog, each dog must have a seperate handler and a properly fitted head collar.
Each class is held on Sundays, 1230-130pm
January 13
January 27
February 10
February 24
March 10
March 24
April 14
April 28
May 12
June 9
June 23
July 14
July 28
August 11
August 25
September 8
September 22
October 13
October 27
November 10
November 24
December 8

Pet Therapy Academy

A  three hour course to acclimate the sounds, reactions, and situations that pet therapy team may encounter during a pet therapy visit. A separate actual visitation in a medical facility is included, but will be scheduled at the end of class. All species are welcome.
Note: This class is not required for registration with any organization.  
$60 per animal/handler. $30 for second handler of animal. 
All classed held on Sundays 12 -3pm, with a separate facility visitation to be scheduled at the end of class.
February 10
April 14
June 9
August 11
October 13
December 8

American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluation

For more details, please visit
http://www.akc.org/dog-owners/training/canine-good...
$20 per dog. Please call to schedule

Registration Information

Class Locations: Canine Behavior Counseling 11652 E Ada Place Aurora Colorado 80012

Other class times and locations may be available upon request.
For questions, please call 303-537-5146

Unless otherwise noted, all classes close registration 48 hours before the scheduled class time. We cannot accommodate drop-ins at this time. Reactive Dog Class registration must be received at least 7 days prior to the scheduled class time , so we can properly match canine types and personalities. 

Download Registration Form
ClassRegistrationForm.docx

For more information, please contact

Canine/Feline Behavior Counseling
11652 East Ada Place
Aurora CO 80012
303-537-5146
marie@helpwithcrazypets.biz