ADDITIONAL TRAINING INFORMATION

When & Where To Train at Home:
Choose a quiet area to work with your dog so that YOU can be the center of attention. Don't train your dog directly after feeding. Two short training sessions are better than one long one.

In addition to setting aside specific times to train your dog, you will want to start making him/her obey you using the training techniques you are learning in class. Try to use these techniques whenever you want your dog to behave with or without a training collar and leash. Never give your dog a formal command that you can not enforce! That's what training is all about. All level 1 is done on lead to ensure you have the capability to reinforce your commands.

Dogs learn by repetition. In order to be successful you have to practice with your dog 5 days a week - 15 to 20 minutes each session. It is practice at home that will bring success. Class time is to teach YOU what and how to teach your dog at home, as well as provide lots of distraction so your dog learns to listen/obey you no matter what is happening around him/her.

Taking your dog for a walk is not the same thing as doing your training homework!
The instructors will cover this during the 1st class.

Safety Rules:
Many dogs react unfavorably to alcohol and some medications. Therefore, no one is permitted to train in class if there is evidence of using alcohol. Smoking is prohibited when on the training floor during sessions. However, there will be a short break during each class to air & water your dog. You can smoke in the smoking lounge or outside during this time.

Books & Advice:
Well meaning friends can give you the wrong advice about training. Because we are working with you and your dog, please use the techniques & procedures you have been shown in class. If you have any difficulty, please call us right away.

Attendance in Class:
To get the most from our program, class attendance is VERY IMPORTANT. If you must miss your regular class, please try to attend one of the other classes at your level during that week. If this is impossible, please call and for a nominal fee of $15.00 we will do a make up class with you. Bitches in season/heat are allowed into class.

Starting Time:
All classes begin promptly. We would appreciate you arriving approximately 10 minutes prior to each class so you can warm your dog up before the formal class begins. Our classes run from 1 ½ to 2 hours.

Exercise & Feeding:
Be sure to exercise/air your dog before class. If an accident happens, you will be given the tools to clean it up. Do not train your dog until at least 1 hour after feeding. This applies to your classes as well. You may give him a treat/snack before training so he/she is not working on an empty stomach.

Clothing:
As our classes are held indoors and outdoors (weather permitting) please dress accordingly.

Who Should Train:
We allow up to 2 adults per dog to participate in the classes. Each person can work half the class; however, we will want you both on the training floor when instructions are being given. Only in special circumstances do we allow students to attempt training who are under the age of 15 years of age. If you have any questions on this please call us. This is due to the fact that children and even some teenagers do not have the self discipline, initiative, and in some cases, the strength to train a dog.

Equipment:
You will require a properly sized training collar and a 6 foot nylon or leather leash. Chain leashes are not allowed nor are flexi's. If you are not sure of the proper training collar your dog will require please note that we have an excellent variety of training collars and leashes (at a reasonable price) for you to choose from with our guidance. Your equipment will be checked at the beginning of each class to ensure it is on the dog correctly and is not faulty or too small or large for the dog.


Spectators:
Visitors are welcome but must remain quiet and seated during class. Children must be well behaved and capable of sitting quietly on the seating provided. They will not be allowed to play outside or remain in cars, as we cannot provide the necessary supervision to ensure they don't get injured or become a nuisance to fellow students or to our guests in our boarding facility. Children must be accompanied by an adult when going to the washrooms. When classes are held outdoors, children will have to sit quietly on the grass. We always welcome spectators and we hope you will tell your friends and relatives about our classes.

Cancellations Due To Weather:
In case of inclement weather that will affect driving conditions, you will be notified 2 hours prior to class if we feel your classes should be canceled.

Parkland Kennels Refund Policy:
A FULL REFUND will be issued if you call and cancel your class 5 days prior to the start of your class. If you cancel after that time you will be refunded half the tuition. If you attend the 1st class and decide for whatever reason you do not wish to continue you will be refunded half the tuition.

You must advise us of this decision immediately after the first class!
If you attend 2 classes or more NO REFUND will be issued. However, you are given the option of signing up for another training session at no cost (within 6 months of the original classes). Our classes are held Spring, Summer, Fall, & Winter.

Directions:
We are located 15 minutes from West Edmonton and St. Albert. Please proceed West on Yellowhead Trail, which turns into Highway 16 (used to be Highway 16X). Continue West until you reach the exit for the Town of Stony Plain. Exit here, turn south (left) proceed over the bridge and turn left almost immediately again at Golf Course Road South. Follow service road approximately 1 ½ km and you will see our sign on the left.

If you are using Stony Plain Road (now Highway 16A) proceed West through Spruce Grove ( 6 sets of lights) and continue towards the Town of Stony Plain. There is 1 set of lights on the Highway - turn North (right) at the lights and go left at the "T" intersection at Boston Pizza and right at the Co-op Card Lock onto Golf Course Road. Proceed 2 km north and we are on the right.