Classes & Training
Our canine companions deserve to live a stress free, stimulating life that we can enjoy with them. Smarty Paws can provide the map to put you and your dog on the correct path! My goal for all training — whether agility, behavior or obedience — is to provide training tools in a fun environment so both dog and owner bond through a positive training experience.
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Competition Obedience
All levels of competition obedience training from Novice through Utility are offered at Smarty Paws for AKC and UKC trials.
Training techniques involve the use of positive reinforcement to build confidence in the dog. All exercises are taught in small increments so that if something goes wrong, the handler has a level to go back to and start again.
Handling is a major issue covered in lessons as well as rules for AKC and UKC. Written homework is available to take home and practice between lessons.
Private lessons enable the dog/handler team to learn at a faster rate and to focus on problem solving for their own needs.
Whether or not you plan to compete, a well-behaved dog is a joy for you and your friends to be around allowing the dog to be more involved in your activities.