Puppy & Dog Training Classes & Seminars
 Kim Schiro
Kim is a Certified Dog Trainer and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). She is president of the Chicago Dachshund Lovers Club, a senior agility trainer for Hawk City K9 and enjoys competing in agility with her dachshunds, Tommy, Sampson and Gina.
Kim has studied under the guidance of many respected professional trainers learning a wide range of philosophies from each one. She regularly supplements her education by attending training seminars and workshops. Kim also has professional experience with various other animal species and is certified in animal nutrition.
Kim helps dog owners teach their canine companions to be well-behaved, happy members of the family. Her approach to training emphasizes positive and humane methods. She specializes in not only basic obedience training but also more serious issues including fearfulness, anxiety, nuisance barking and aggression.
Kim lives in Chicago with her husband, son, three dachshunds and Speedy the turtle.
Email Kim to arrange a private meeting at: kimschiro@sbcglobal.net
www.kimsdogcoaching.com
Group Classes
Basic Obedience
• 7pm-8pm
• Limited to 8 dogs per class, 6 one-hour, once-a-week sessions
• $150 per group class
Class will focus on basic obedience, problem solving, breed tendencies and good manners. You will learn how to incorporate basic manners into your dog's day-to-day lifestyle. Learn the proper use of voice commands and hand signals. How to use timing, motivation and consistency to strengthen the bond between you and your dog.
New Classes Forming:
• Thursday, March 4, 2010
• Thursday, March 18, 2010 *8:15-9:15pm
• Monday, April 12, 2010
• Monday, May 24, 2010
Puppy Social Club
Puppies need to learn how to socialize while they are young. Bark Bark Club trainer,Kim Schiro, will be hosting 45 minutes of fun and guidance for puppies. Puppies must be under 12 months to participate and show current vaccination history. Puppy Social Club is limited to 12 puppies. Register today to reserve your spot.
• Thursday, March 4
• Monday, March 15
8:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
NO CHARGE - Free play time!
Registration:
Pre-payment is required for all training classes.
Contact Pet Services for more information.
Requirements
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All dogs must have current rabies vaccinations (required by law in the state of Illinois).
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Handlers must be at least 16 years old. An adult NOT working a dog in class must accompany any children attending the class. |
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Bring several kinds of food treats to each class. Feed your dog after you get home from class. Never work your dog on a full stomach. |
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Exercise your dog before entering the building. If your dog eliminates inside or outside it is your responsibility to clean up, and deposit in an outside container. |
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Training collars are used only when you are present and supervising the dog. They are never used as a regular collar. Flexi-Leads are never to be used in class. |
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Be on time for class. If you are early, use the time to practice and warm up outside the building. Some classes may be preceded by a puppy class – wait until the puppies leave before entering the room. |
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Try to have perfect attendance. If you must miss a class, please let us know. If you miss two classes and fail to inform us, you will be removed from class for failure to participate. If your dog is sick, please come to class without your dog so you can see the exercises demonstrated and prepare your dog during the week for the next session. If you cannot come one week, do not send the dog with someone who does not know how to work the dog in class; send someone without the dog to take notes and pick up any handouts for you. |
Refunds:
Due to limited space, no refunds will be given after the first night of class.
Contact Pet Services for more information.
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