The Adult Dog Basics course caters for adult dogs of any age over 18 months who have had little to no formal training, or require a refresher course. Using positive reinforcement training, dogs will learn basic behaviours like sit, stay, drop, settling on a mat, coming when called, and how to focus on you.
This course includes self-control and confidence-building exercises, and will cover behaviour management techniques that are relevant to the group, to help overcome or prevent problematic behaviours.
Age limits: 18 months and older (on day of orientation)
Class numbers: Up to 6 dogs (with maximum of 2 humans per dog)
Duration: 1 hour per week for 6 weeks
Prerequisites: C5 vaccination. Boosters must be current throughout the course
Equipment: A soft, flat collar or harness and lead attached at all times
Requirements:
- Attendance at orientation is compulsory
- No dogs to attend orientation
Location: RSPCA ACT, 12 Kirkpatrick Street, Weston, ACT 2611
- Week 1 (orientation): Inside the Pet Adoption Centre
- Weeks 2-6 (practical classes): Outside in designated training yard
Price: $199
Inclusions: Client pack with a clicker, treat pouch and training guide
Important information:
- RSPCA Dog and Puppy Training School uses force-free, reward-based training. No aversive training techniques will be used or tolerated
- If your dog has shown reactive behaviour towards other dogs, has ever been involved in a dog attack, or you feel that your dog would not cope in a group training class – please call 02 6287 8100 or fill out the contact form before booking
