Boulder Ridge Kennels
Classes
Around Town Class
This class is for the owner that wants to learn how to control their dogs in real world situations. Every week we meet in a different location around the Naples,Bridgton,Casco,and Windham areas. Learn how to have your dog listen and behave appropriately with all the distractions going on in public. Some common meeting areas include Naples Causeway, Bridgton Hannaford, Ice Cream stand, and Bridgton Boat launch. This is a fun class that will keep you and your dog on your toes and is great for all levels of obedience.
Cost: $95.00 for 6 weeks or $20 per class on a drop in basis
Start Date: Tuesday August 17, 2010
Time: 6-7pm
Location: 8/17 Naples Causeway 8/24 Walmart Parking lot in Windham 8/31 No Class
Register at: This class is be offered on a drop in basis so please feel free to join us anytime! brkgsd@yahoo.com email your name, address, phone, dogs name, age, breed and I will email you a conformation.
Cancellation Policy: If it is raining, class will be canceled for that week and continue on the following week. Email notifications will be posted by 4pm if class is canceled. If you require a phone call for cancellations please let me know.
This class is for the owner that wants to learn how to control their dogs in real world situations. Every week we meet in a different location around the Naples,Bridgton,Casco,and Windham areas. Learn how to have your dog listen and behave appropriately with all the distractions going on in public. Some common meeting areas include Naples Causeway, Bridgton Hannaford, Ice Cream stand, and Bridgton Boat launch. This is a fun class that will keep you and your dog on your toes and is great for all levels of obedience.
Cost: $95.00 for 6 weeks or $20 per class on a drop in basis
Start Date: Tuesday August 17, 2010
Time: 6-7pm
Location: 8/17 Naples Causeway 8/24 Walmart Parking lot in Windham 8/31 No Class
9/7 Sebago Lake State Park entrance 9/14 Bridgton Park, parking lot across street from town beach
9/21 No Class 9/28 Shaw's parking lot, meet out front of Kennel Shop in Windham.Bring money for a dog biscut as we will be doing an in store visit 10/5 Bridgton Park, parking lot across street from town beach
Register at: This class is be offered on a drop in basis so please feel free to join us anytime! brkgsd@yahoo.com email your name, address, phone, dogs name, age, breed and I will email you a conformation.
Cancellation Policy: If it is raining, class will be canceled for that week and continue on the following week. Email notifications will be posted by 4pm if class is canceled. If you require a phone call for cancellations please let me know.
Rally Obedience
Rally is a fun and exciting sport for dogs and their handlers! Whether you compete or do it just for fun, it's a fun way to work with your dog while learning new skills. Dog and handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform. Handlers talk to their dogs as they go through the course to keep them focused. Class runs every Wednesday night from 7-8pm.
Start Date: October, 2010
Location: Class will be held at Crooked River Adult Ed. in Casco, ME
Limited to 12 dogs so please sign up early!
Register at: http://crookedriver.maineadulted.org/
Rally is a fun and exciting sport for dogs and their handlers! Whether you compete or do it just for fun, it's a fun way to work with your dog while learning new skills. Dog and handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform. Handlers talk to their dogs as they go through the course to keep them focused. Class runs every Wednesday night from 7-8pm.
Start Date: October, 2010
Location: Class will be held at Crooked River Adult Ed. in Casco, ME
Limited to 12 dogs so please sign up early!
Register at: http://crookedriver.maineadulted.org/
Puppy Kindergarten
This class is geared towards puppies between 12 weeks to 6 months old. Puppies will learn proper social skills, basic obedience, and manners. Owners will learn how to properly groom and handle their puppy. Housebreaking and chewing will be addressed also. Toy breeds of any age needing basic manners are also welcome in this class. Class runs every Wednesday night from 6-7pm.
Start Date: October, 2010
Location: Class will be held at Crooked River Adult Ed. in Casco, ME
Limited to 12 dogs so please sign up early!
Register at: http://crookedriver.maineadulted.org/
This class is geared towards puppies between 12 weeks to 6 months old. Puppies will learn proper social skills, basic obedience, and manners. Owners will learn how to properly groom and handle their puppy. Housebreaking and chewing will be addressed also. Toy breeds of any age needing basic manners are also welcome in this class. Class runs every Wednesday night from 6-7pm.
Start Date: October, 2010
Location: Class will be held at Crooked River Adult Ed. in Casco, ME
Limited to 12 dogs so please sign up early!
Register at: http://crookedriver.maineadulted.org/
Around Town Class Agility Class
Handling Class
This class is for the owner wanting to show their dog in conformation. It's geared towards all levels, from beginners to people who have been showing for years. A great way to prepare your dog and yourself for the show ring. Come learn tricks of the trade and have fun with your dog!
Cost: $20.00 per class
Dates & Time: Class is from 7-8pm on Thursdays
8/19 9/9 9/30 10/14
Location: Telling Tails Training Center in Fryburg, ME
Register: Please email me if you plan on attending a class, so that I have a head count. brkgsd@yahoo.com email your name and the breed and age of your dog.
Cancellation Policy: There is a min. of 5 people required to run this class. If the min. is not met for a specific week, I will email you by Wednesday night. If you are ever in doubt whether class is running or not, please email or call me. 207-415-3071
Location: Telling Tails Training Center in Fryburg, ME
Register: Please email me if you plan on attending a class, so that I have a head count. brkgsd@yahoo.com email your name and the breed and age of your dog.
Cancellation Policy: There is a min. of 5 people required to run this class. If the min. is not met for a specific week, I will email you by Wednesday night. If you are ever in doubt whether class is running or not, please email or call me. 207-415-3071
Other Training Options
Private Training Sessions
Private lessons are for people who prefer 1 on 1 or have specific problems they would like to work on. This option is also a good start for reactive or aggressive dogs. Depending on the issues needing to be addressed, the training can be done at your home, at Boulder Ridge Kennels, or at a public location. These training sessions are personalized to fit your needs and goals. Sessions usually last about 1 hour and include a full typed lesson plan covering the topics discussed.
Cost: $50.00 per hour at Boulder Ridge Kennels
$75.00 and up per hour at other locations (Cost depends on travel time.)
Please contact us for questions or to schedule a training session.
In-House Training Packages
This option is for the owner that just doesn't have the time available to properly train their dog. Dog's come and stay at Boulder Ridge Kennels for 20 days of intense training. Skills taught but not limited to include basic obedience, proper socializing with other dogs, house manners, and boundaries.
This also includes 2 training sessions with the owner so that he/she becomes familiar with training methods and how to properly handle their dog.
Cost: $650.00 (1/2 paid at drop off and 1/2 paid at the end)
Things To Bring: Dog's bedding, collar, food, and vaccination records with completed boarding contract.
If you don't see any training that fits your needs, please contact us and we can customize a training plan for you and your dog.
