Spring 2021 session
Nosework classes
Location: Varies
**** None are scheduled for this session ****
If none are offered, for private classes, you can check out Nancy Almann (http://thebrainycanine.com, or e-mail info@thebrainycanine.com), Lisa Williams & Kathy Mosher (http://www.facebook.com/RedtailFarmK9), or Terry Brown (http://www.nordicmyst.com).
Obedience classes
Location (note change from past): 4-H Acres, Lower Creek Rd., Ithaca, except as noted below
Register with Marian Szebenyi, 176 Jackson Hollow, Newfield, NY 14867, for all classes.
Applications (see Forms) will be accepted until 3 days before the start of classes, or until a class is full; include the fee ($85 as a first class, $70 as the second class with this dog, $20 for active members, $70 for inactive members), vaccination information, and the liability waiver. For this session, there is a special form with information about COVID-19 procedures - please read it, sign it, and send it in also. If you want to check whether classes are full, or have other questions about the application process, please contact Marian.
Wednesdays - Beginner classes - April 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2 (Graduation)
6:00 P.M. Beginner I Instructed by Abby Christman, assisted by Marty Gold Limited to 8 students.
For dogs 6 months and up with no previous formal training. Covers problem solving, attention, and basic obedience (sit, down, come, stay, walk on a leash).
6:00 P.M. Beginner II Instructed by Lynne Anguish, assistant TBA Limited to 8 students.
Builds on training begun in Beginners I or Puppy Beginners to widen your dog's experience and improve reliability.
7:15 P.M. Beginner II Instructed by Lynne Anguish and Lynne Wilks Limited to 8 students.
Builds on training begun in Beginners I or Puppy Beginners to widen your dog's experience and improve reliability.
Thursdays - additional Obedience classes - April 22, 29; May 6,, 13, 20, 27; June 3 (Graduation)
6:00 P.M. Puppy Beginner Instructed by Kathy Wolf, assisted by Jean Bonasera Limited to 8 students.
This is a first class for puppies 3-6 months old. It covers manners, introduction to basic obedience, also some socialization and fun activities. Successful completion of this course will enable your puppy to get the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy certificate.
7:15 P.M. Beginner I Instructed by Marian Szebenyi, assisted by Pauline Helfenstein Limited to 8 students
For dogs 6 months and up with no previous formal training. Covers problem solving, attention, and basic obedience (sit, down, come, stay, walk on a leash).
Agility class
Location: Susan Morse's house, 10 Sunset West Circle, Ithaca
Mondays - May 10, 17, 24; June 7, 14, 21 (no class on Memorial Day)
3:00 P.M. - Beginning Agility Tammy Osmeloski Limited to 8 students
A first course in the sport of Agility, introducing the various obstacles and basic handling techniques. Dogs must have had sufficient obedience training to be well-behaved in a group and be under reasonable control. Completion of the Beginner II class is recommended.
Register with Tammy Osmeloski, 2180 Dryden Rd., Freeville NY 13068.
Applications must be mailed (or hand-delivered) by 10 days before the starting date. Include a check with your application. These classes are for Club members, and the fee is $20 for active, $70 for inactive members.
Please note that IDTC is unable to accept aggressive or reactive dogs in our classes. If you are concerned that your dog is aggressive or reactive to people or other dogs, please ask for your vet for a referral to a certified animal behaviorist.