Handler Policy
We allow 2 household members per dog as follows:
Main Handler
- Must be 18+ and the dog’s owner.
- MUST be the same person every class. NO changing of the main handler is allowed.
Secondary Handler
- Must be a household member to the main handler.
- This handler can change throughout the course.
- Secondary handlers can handle their dog in class, with the main handler.
- Age requirements:
- Puppy classes = 6+ years old.
- Core Manners = 16+ years old.
- Upper level and workshops vary.
Classes currently in session
Puppy Starlet
Objective:
Obedience, Confidence Building, Socialization of young puppies.
Ages:
2-5months at start of the session.
Prerequisites:
None.
Schedule:
Tuesdays for 1-hour at 6pm for 7-weeks.
S.T.A.R. Puppy
Objective:
Obedience, Confidence Building, Socialization of older puppies.
Ages:
4-6months at start of the session.
Prerequisites:
None.
Schedule:
Tuesdays for 45-60min at 7:15pm for 7-weeks.
Core Manners
Objective:
Obedience & Confidence Building for adult dogs.
Ages:
6months+ at start of the session.
Prerequisites:
None.
Schedule:
7 week class meets for one hour.
Mondays at 6p & 7:15p.
Private 1:1 Training
Objective:
Additional private 1:1 lessons to supplement your time at TTK9.
Ages:
All.
Prerequisites:
You must be a current class participant.
Schedule:
Varies depending on your instructor.
Private Group Session
Objective:
Parties ranging from Birthdays to Just-because!
Ages:
All.
Prerequisites:
All dogs must be current class participants
Schedule:
Varies depending on your instructor.
Trick Dog (AKC & DMWYD)
Objective:
Tricks, conditioning, & confidence building. Taught by a Triple Crown Trainer, DMWYD CTDI, & AKC Evaluator.
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Core Manners graduate or CGC title*
Schedule:
6-8 weeks sessions.
Advanced Obedience
Objective:
Advanced obedience skills & concepts.
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Core Manners graduate or CGC title*
Schedule:
6 week sessions.
K9 Detection
Objective:
Many aspects of nosework, including interior, exterior, Barn Hunt, and more!
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Dogs with serious behavior issues must contact Barbara, so we can establish the best plan to get your dog in the building.
Schedule:
The first class is a NEW Handler Workshop at a special date & time, for 2-3 hours. The following 6 classes are 1 hour long. Classes offered on multiple dates & times. Contact Barbara for details.
Rally-O Courses
Objective:
Rally-Obedience fun-run, with instructor help. Off-leash opportunity.
Ages:
7months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
-Core Manners graduate or CGC title*.
-Handlers must have a basic understanding of the Novice signs.
Schedule:
6-8 week sessions.
Classes offered, but not in session.
Registration will open to VIP members FIRST.
The remaining spots may be available to the public.
Learn more about VIP Membership HERE.
WildCard
Objective:
Join if you dare-- you never know what kind of adventures are in store for a Wild Card session!
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Must be VIP.
Dogs over 6months
Core Manners graduate or CGC title
Schedule:
6 to 8 week sessions.
Ninja Doggo
Objective:
Obstacles, fitness, & handling. Taught by a Canine Conditioning Coach & Triple Crown Trainer.
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Core Manners graduate or CGC title*
Schedule:
4- 6 week sessions.
Precision Rally-O
Objective:
Learn ALL rally signs, nocive through expert!
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Core Manners graduate or CGC title*
Schedule:
8 week sessions.
Rally FrEe-Style
Objective:
Advanced obedience skills & advanced tricks!
Ages:
6months+ dogs.
Prerequisites:
Core Manners graduate or CGC title*
Schedule:
6 week sessions.