Learn more about the classes we have to offer:

December 2024 classes at ODS

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Puppy Power (Level 1)

Start Dates:
Thursday, November 14th at 7:00 PM
Monday, November 25th at 8:00 PM
Saturday, November 30th at 1:00 PM
Tuesday, December 10th at 6:00 PM
Saturday, December 28th at 11:00 AM
Monday, December 30th at 8:00 PM
Thursday, January 2nd at 8:00 PM
Tuesday, January 14th at 7:00 PM

Puppyhood is a very powerful time in your dog’s life, during this time your puppy takes in the most information in his life. Your puppy is learning every minute of every day whether you are teaching him or not. Puppy Power addresses life skills that will help your puppy grow to be a well-adjusted Canine Citizen who will be a great family member in your life.

Puppy Power will cover all the basics include attention/focus, polite leash walking & greetings, polite/safe doorway behaviour, sits and downs, boundaries and place training and coming when called.
Prerequisite – None   

Level 2 Obedience

Start Dates:
Tuesday, November 19th at 8:00 PM
Saturday, November 30th at 12:00 PM
Wednesday, December 11th at 7:00 PM
Thursday, January 2nd at 7:00 PM
Saturday, January 18th at 1:00 PM
Tuesday, February 4th at 6:00 PM

This course builds on Puppy Einstein and Level-1 Puppy. In Level-2 we are consolidating learning and taking all skills to the next level. In this course we will refine leash walking to include heeling, increase distractions, extend duration on stays, and continue to solidify the come cue.
Prerequisite – Puppy Power, Level 1 Obedience or Equivalent

Level 3 Obedience

Start Dates:
Tuesday, November 19th at 7:00 PM
Tuesday, January 14th at 8:00 PM

In Level 3 we will further develop a solid heel position, strong stays, and recall. We will incorporate exercises used in competitive obedience, skills needed for dog sports and rally obedience. Dogs and Handlers will have the opportunity to practice skills needed to pass the S.T.A.R. – Socialization Temperament Assessment Review. In level 3 we are moving WAY beyond the basics.
Prerequisite – Level 2 obedience Beyond the Basics or equivalent

Rally Obedience – Level 1

Start Date:
Tuesday, November 12th at 8:00 PM
Thursday, November 14th at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, January 7th at 8:00 PM (Level 1 & 2)

This class is an Introduction to Rally Obedience, and the first step in becoming a full-fledged Rally Dog. In this class we will be using UKC Level 1signs as well as CKC Novice signs. We will break down signs, and teach new skills needed for success at this level as well as practice courses.
Prerequisite – Previous Rally Training, Obedience level 2 or equivalent

Rally Obedience – Level 2 & 3

Start Date:
Monday, December 2nd at 8:00 PM (Level 2/3)
Tuesday, January 7th at 8:00 PM (Level 1 & 2)
Monday, January 13th at 8:00 PM (Level 2/3)

In this class we will be using UKC Level 2, 3 as well as CKC Advanced and Excellent signs. In this class we will break down signs, teach new skills needed for success at these levels and practice signs in courses.
Prerequisite – Previous Rally Training and or UKC Rally 1or 2

Evaluation Prep Class – STAR/CGN/SPOT

Start Date:
Thursday, November 14th at 8:00 PM

This class prepares you and your dog for upcoming testing such as C.G.N (Canine Good Neighbor), S.P.O.T. (Socialization Pet Obedience Test), and S.T.A.R. Socialization Temperament Assessment Review. Exercises in the previously mentioned evaluations will be broken down, reviewed, and practiced during classes. Dog Handler Teams will have the chance to complete the S.T.A.R evaluation at the end of this session. Prerequisite: Obedience Level 2 or equivalent

Urban Rat Race - Rookie

Start Dates:
Wednesday, November 13th at 8:00 PM
Tuesday, November 19th at 11:30 AM
Saturday, November 30th at 1:15 PM
Tuesday, December 10th at 6:00 PM

Urban RAT Race is a new and exciting program to determine the abilities of all breeds of dogs to indicate that they have located a rat in an “urban” environment. This sport is in a nutshell Nosework meets Rat Sport. Urban RAT Race ROOKIE is the 1st level of Rat Race classes and is well suited for dogs who have no previous Rat sport experience. So much fun for dogs and handlers.
Prerequisite – No previous Rat Sport experience needed.

Urban Rat Race – Adventurer/Explorer

Start Dates:
Wednesday, December 11th at 8:00 PM (Adventurer)
Saturday, January 4th at 1:15 PM

Urban RAT Race is a new and exciting program to determine the abilities of all breeds of dogs to indicate that they have located a rat in an “urban” environment. This sport is in a nutshell Nosework meets Rat Sport. Urban RAT Race EXPLORER is the next step after Adventurer and is the 4th level of Urban Rat Race Classes. In this class we are significantly increasing the degree of difficulty of hides and level of obstruction. You are in the big league now.
Prerequisite – Urban Rat Race Adventurer

Urban Rat Race – Mixed Skills (Explorer/Detective/Investigator)

Start Dates:
Thursday, December 5th at 11:00 AM (Detective/Investigator)

This class is best suited for dogs who are currently competing at these levels of Urban Rat Race or are getting ready to move into these levels. Dog Handler teams will have the chance to practice challenging hides to better prepare them for competing at these high levels of competition. This class will be facilitated by trainers who are currently judging these levels of Urban Rat Race Competitions.
Prerequisite – Urban rat Race Explorer

Dog Sport Sampler

Start Dates:
Tuesday, November 19that 8:00 PM
Monday, December 16th at 7:00 PM

Finished puppy and/or basic classes? Wondering what to do next? Try our Sport Sampler class. Each week you will be introduced to and have a chance to 'sample' a different sport. A great way to find out what sports you and your dog love. At the end of this 5-week class you will have a good idea of your dog’s talents and where to start on your dog sport journey.
Prerequisite - Obedience Level 2 / or equivalent

Intro to Nosework

Start Dates:
Wednesday. November 13th at 6:45 PM
Wednesday, December 11th at 8:00 PM
Thursday, December 12th at 8:00 PM
Saturday, December 14th at 11:00 AM

For dogs brand new to Nosework, no experience is required. The dogs will be introduced to scents used in UKC, CKC and SDDA competitions. Handlers will earn how to teach their dogs to find odour and indicate. Dogs and handlers in this class will be working on containers.
Prerequisite – None

Novice Nosework

Start Date:
Wednesday, December 11th at 6:45 PM
Saturday, December 21st at 12:00 PM

Building on the Nosework skills from the previous level, we will increase the challenge for the Dogs. In this class we will move towards larger search areas, and distractions. Dogs and handlers will continue to refine handling skills needed to effectively read your dog with confidence. We will work towards small area searches in this class. When weather permits we will do exterior & vehicle searches.
Prerequisite – Intro to Nosework or equivalent

Advanced/Superior Nosework

Start Date:
Tuesday, December 10th at 2:30 PM
Wednesday, December 11th at 1:00 PM
Saturday, December 14th at 1:00 PM (Superior/Master)
Tuesday, February 4th at 2:30 PM

Building on the skills from Novice/ Intermediate Nosework, we will increase the challenge for the Dogs. In this class we will move towards larger search areas, multiple finds, and multiple distractions. Dogs and handlers will continue to refine handling skills needed to effectively read your dog with confidence. When weather permits, we will do exterior &vehicle searches.
Prerequisite – Novice or Intermediate Nosework

Masters / Elite Nosework

Start Date:
Tuesday, November 12th at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 13th at 7:00 PM
Tuesday, November 19th at 1:30 PM
Wednesday, December 11th at 2:00 PM (Elite Only)
Saturday, December 14th at 1:00 PM (Superior/Master)
Tuesday, January 14th at 1:30 PM

This class is best suited for dogs working at or looking forward to working at the master’s level and getting ready for the Elite level of Nosework. This class has been designed to challenge dogs and prepare them for high levels of Nosework.
Prerequisite: Advanced / Superior Nosework or equivalent

Vehicles/Exterior Nosework

Start Date:
Tuesday, November 12th at 6:00 PM

Exteriors and Vehicles are often the most challenging of the elements for many dogs and handlers. This class is well suited for dogs who are trialing in Vehicles and exteriors or are getting ready to do so. Our focus will be on skill building and refining handling skills needed to be successful in these elements. This class will be suitable for dogs working Novice - Elite.
Prerequisite – Novice Nosework

Intro to HD – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Wednesday, December 11th at 6:30 PM

A fun and great challenge for you and your dog. Handler Discrimination is a separate stream of Nosework. Dogs are tested to see if they can recognize and indicate that they have found a glove scented by YOU. In this class we will start at the Novice level and work our way up to get you trial ready
Prerequisite: Advanced / Superior Nosework or equivalent

Masters HD

Start Date:
Wednesday, December 18th at 7:30 PM

A fun and great challenge for you and your dog. Handler Discrimination is a separate stream of Nosework. Dogs are tested to see if they can recognize and indicate that they have found a glove scented by YOU. In this class we will start at the Novice level and work our way up to get you trial ready.
Prerequisite: Intro to HD

Intro to Lost & Found

Start Date:
Thursday, December 5th at 6:00 PM

We are very excited to be offering this NEW Nosework sport at ODS. Lost and Found is taking Handler Discrimination to the next level, Dogs and handlers will use HD and Nosework skills to search, locate and indicate that they have found a previously scented items in an area.

Lost and Found is under development by All Breed International Performance Events as a new sport scheduled to launch late 2023 or early 2024
Prerequisite: Intro to HD

Supporting the Anxious Stressed-Out Dog

Start Date:
Monday, November 25th at 6:45 PM
Monday, January 6th at 6:45 PM

Just like us, dogs experience stress and anxiety. Just like us that anxiety can be disabling, making their lives difficult, prevent them from being able Todo activities of daily living and impede the dog’s ability to participate in fun activities and sports. In a dog's world anxiety means a constant expectation of the worst happening, an impending sense of doggy doom and gloom. In this class we will help owners through observe and identify what stress looks like for their dogs. Owners will then be taught techniques individualized to their dog. T-Touch strategies will be used to help dogs and owners reduce anxiety and stress.
Prerequisite – None

Intro to Show Handling w/Sean P. Kent

Start Date:
Thursday, December 12th at 7:00 PM

Participants will be instructed on how to prepare and present their dog for conformation competition as an owner-handler. In addition to practicing ring procedure with your dog, classes will include some instructional content with topics geared to the needs of participants (handling basics, what to expect, what equipment to have, how to find/enter shows, showmanship, etc.). ALL levels of experience are welcome to join this class to practice with young dogs or to get some ring time in preparation for shows. We will get you ring ready.
Prerequisite – None

Intro to Tricks/Tricks Mixed Skills

Start Date:
Monday, December 30th at 6:00 PM (Mixed Skills)

Trick training is a fun, playful way to bond with your dog. Trick training provides many benefits: cognitive work which provides mental exercise, help build muscle tone and stamina, increased flexibility, balance, and concentration, as well as a boost in your dog's confidence in him or herself and you.
Prerequisite – Basic Obedience