Snoopy21 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Hi All We are looking for a training course/socialisation opportunity for our older pup (5 months) in Hobart. Does anyone have any recommendations or otherwise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairo1 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Hi There! Yes!! There are puppy classes at the Domain Crossroads at 12.30 on Sunday afternoons. They started a couple of weeks ago. That is followed by agility classes which are always fun to watch. Official classes don't start for another week or two (I think). It only costs about $7 to join and then $2 per class. Bring a bag of doggy treats with you when you come because the class is run on strictly positive training methods. Also, you will find that a flat collar and lead is essential. They are a nice friendly group of people and you will enjoy the classes - we have a very good instructor!! I have a blue sheltie of five months old so I may see you there!! Cheerio Cairo1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairo1 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Whooops! Just heard from my instructor that puppy classes have reverted to the normal time of 1.30 on Sundays from onw on. Hope you catch this email before you go! Cheerio Cairo1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy21 Posted February 2, 2008 Author Share Posted February 2, 2008 Thank you!! That sounds ideal. I will definitely be there (if I can figure out where it is). I didn't have any idea what to bring either so that is great. I will be the newbie struggling behind the oversized great dane cross pup who is trying to molest everyone with her tongue so smile encouragingly if you see me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairo1 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 The Domain Cross Roads are near the Sports grounds (not the Aquatic Center) but if you go past the Aquatic Center and up the hill you will pass the Tennis Center and then Sport Grounds and it is on the right. It is a lovely green oval with lots of car parking space. Maybe we will see you there? Cheerio Cairo1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy21 Posted February 3, 2008 Author Share Posted February 3, 2008 It was lovely to meet you yesterday! Thank you for the tip....I think the classes will be really worthwhile. Dang nabbit your puppy is good. Willow was by far the naughtiest puppy in the class She really isn't all that bad at home, she just REALLY wanted to play with all the other puppies. The whole time. And she wasn't the least bit interested in food as long as there were playmates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairo1 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Hi Snoopy!! I was sorry to have to leave the class early but I had a late lunch to go to at Richmond. They are a nice group of people and the one who spoke to you about being a member must be one of the grumpiest old stalwarts there. Take no notice they are now in the minority - believe me, I have been going to that club off and on for nigh on 20 years and it has taken some enormous leaps of faith (inspite of the old school)!! I think our instructor is terrific, very much in line with my thinking and she has been an asset to all the new puppy folk that come. I am only there for now to do a bit of socialising myself. I have done a lot of work with Shady at home and because we live on the farm we don't get out and about as much as I like. To be honest, last week was only the second time I had taken him and I was amazed at how social he was! Willow was amazingly social too!! Some dogs are naturally outgoing and some struggle when not given the right exposure early on. I wouldn't worry about Willow - she was there to make friends and have a good time. At the moment that is more important than outright obedience. Also, you have a bit of knowlege to go home and work on. You will find she gets better and better. I think you will find her a joy to work with if you can maintain and direct the enthusiasm. Anyway, all being well - I should be there again next week. I like to go a bit earlier so that I can watch the agility. If you want any help or have any questions, feel free to email me at [email protected] and yes, I used to have four borzoi but I only have two oldies now! Cheerio Cairo1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy21 Posted February 4, 2008 Author Share Posted February 4, 2008 I will aim for earlier next week. I was fully aware that I needed to be a member but I was really late and didn't know where to go so thought i would just join in and sort it at the end. My fault but she was a bit grouchy eh? The trainer seemed lovely. I will definately come again. We will be working a lot at home between classes, so anything I can learn I will try to apply. I feel the pressure to get her well behaved as fast as I can because she is growing all the time and will soon be able to out pull me, but I guess its just a matter of consistency and frequency with training. Rushing her isn't helping any. Thanks you so much for your kind words of support. Borzois are so beautiful!! Is Shady your first Sheltie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairo1 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Hi There, No, I had a Sheltie some years back but my primary obedience dog has always been a german shepherd. He passed away last year and I decided he was irreplacable and so chose a smaller breeder. Mind you, I have been working with Shady since he was 8 weeks old. He knows a lot of behaviours but I now need to add the verbal cues. . . . He is a great fun little dog to work with!! You can email me privately if you like on [email protected] Cheerio Cairo1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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