Middle School: Continuing Foundations

Service Description

Now that you and your dog have a solid connection, with markers and a clear on-and-off switch installed, it’s time to get down to the details of teaching functional obedience. In this class, we take all that motivation and focus you’ve built and use it to show your dog how to navigate the world with you. What to expect: 🟡 Loose Lead Walking: The essential skills you need for a calmer walk without the pulling. 🟡 Greetings: Learn how to pass or meet people calmly without over-arousal. 🟡 A rock-solid "Down-Stay": Build a reliable anchor for your dog when you need them to stay put. 🟡 Advanced "Calm Liberty": Taking their ability to chill out into new, real-world contexts. 🟡 Distraction management: Learn practical strategies to keep your dog's focus when the world gets busy. 🟡 Handler mechanics: Refining your own body language and leash handling so your signals are crystal clear. 🟡 Support: Receive weekly handouts and digital resources to keep your progress on track at home. Class Details Prerequisite: Primary Connections (or equivalent foundations) When: Sunday 2pm for 3 consecutive weeks Where: Brindabella Business Park (TBC) Duration: 45 minutes per session Is this class for you? This class is specifically designed for: - Graduates of Primary Connections (or equivalent) who have clear marker systems and an on/off switch started. **New students should get in touch before booking. - Handlers wanting calmer walks who want to learn clear leash communication to eliminate pulling and conflict. - Dogs ready for the real world who need to practice staying calm around distractions, passing people politely, and settling in public spaces. 🐾 Health & Accessibility: All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations, free from injury, and physically well enough to participate. I am committed to an inclusive environment; if you have specific needs, please let me know. 🐾 Big Feelings: These classes focus on neutrality. If your dog struggles significantly with "big feelings" (reactivity) around other dogs on lead, please get in touch with me before booking so we can discuss the best path forward. 🐾 Class Environment: Dog-dog interactions are strictly managed. On-leash greetings are not permitted to ensure every dog feels safe. Family members are welcome but children must not approach other dogs without permission. 🐾 Policy: Please check your calendar carefully, as missed classes cannot be refunded or rescheduled.