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• Beginning Scent Work

  • Start
    July 02, 2025
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  • End
    August 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Main Lawn
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  BEGINNING SCENT WORK (also known as Nose Work).   Scent work is quickly becoming a favorite sport. Scent Work is a positive activity that allows dogs the opportunity to use their strongest natural sense in a way that is fun, engaging, and that builds and strengthens a foundation of trust between the handler and dog. In the sport of Scent Work, dogs are trained to recognize specific odors, and to alert their handlers when the odors are detected. There are no upper age limits for dogs or handlers to this engaging sport. Many owners who have tried Scent Work report that their dogs are much happier and calmer, doing what comes naturally, using their nose! 
  

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class. Beginning Scent Work 6 week sessions are $90.  Class size is limited to 10.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• Puppy Kindergarten

  • Start
    July 02, 2025
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  • End
    August 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Main Lawn
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  PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies who are 12 weeks to 5 months old and have had 2 sets of shots by the first day of the session. The goals of the class are to introduce fun basic training exercises that include: socialization, attention, sit, down, come, stay, walk on a loose leash. In addition, the class will cover bonding, tricks, introduction to some agility items and general manners.

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class.  Puppy Kindergarten 6 week sessions are $110 and include a leash & collar.  Class size limited to 10.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  PUPPIES MUST BE IMMUNIZED WITH AT LEAST TWO SETS OF SHOTS BEFORE ATTENDING CLASS.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• Beginning Obedience

  • Start
    July 02, 2025
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  • End
    August 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Main Lawn
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    6

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  BEGINNING OBEDIENCE is for dogs 5 months and up. The goals of the class will emphasize: attention, basic obedience exercises sit, down, stay, come and introduction to heeling. NEW for 2024: Will also teach Mat and Wait. Dogs must be controllable. All exercises are taught on lead.

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class.  Beginning Obedience 6 week sessions are $110 and include a leash & collar.  Class size is limited to 12.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• Leash Manners

  • Start
    July 02, 2025
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  • End
    August 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Main Lawn
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  LEASH MANNERS is for dogs over 4 months of age.  This class will cover basic leash walking/trail walking, greeting behaviors, social behavior, body language and sit/down on leash.  Come prepared to walk - no sandals!
  

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received within 48 hours to guarantee a spot in the class.  Leash Manners 6 week sessions are $90 and do not include equipment. Equipment can be purchased separately on the first night of class if needed - please bring $20 cash or check. Class size is limited to 12.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

  • Start
    July 02, 2025
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  • End
    August 06, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Main Lawn
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  CANINE GOOD CITIZEN (CGC) is a class that focuses on the ten (10) exercises required for the CGC Program.  At the final class an AKC Approved Evaluator will test each member of the class individually.  Owners whose dogs pass will be given paperwork to send to AKC to request the CGC Certificate.  

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received within 48 hours to guarantee a spot in the class.  Canine Good Citizen 6 week sessions are $90 and do not include equipment.  Equipment can be purchased separately on the first night of class if needed - please bring $20 cash or check.  Class size is limited to 10.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

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• Puppy Kindergarten

  • Start
    August 27, 2025
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  • End
    October 01, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Pavilions A, B, D
  • Spaces left
    10

  PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies who are 12 weeks to 5 months old and have had 2 sets of shots by the first day of the session. The goals of the class are to introduce fun basic training exercises that include: socialization, attention, sit, down, come, stay, walk on a loose leash. In addition, the class will cover bonding, tricks, introduction to some agility items and general manners.

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class.  Puppy Kindergarten 6 week sessions are $110 and include a leash & collar.  Class size limited to 10.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  PUPPIES MUST BE IMMUNIZED WITH AT LEAST TWO SETS OF SHOTS BEFORE ATTENDING CLASS.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• Beginning Obedience

  • Start
    August 27, 2025
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  • End
    October 01, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Pavilions A, B, D
  • Spaces left
    12

  Beginning Obedience is for dogs 5 months and up. The goals of the class will emphasize: attention, basic obedience exercises sit, down, stay, come and introduction to heeling, Mat and Wait. Dogs must be controllable. All exercises are taught on lead.

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class.  Beginning Obedience 6 week sessions are $110 and include a leash & collar.  Class size is limited to 12.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• Beginning Scent Work

  • Start
    August 27, 2025
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  • End
    October 01, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Pavilions A, B, D
  • Spaces left
    10

  BEGINNING SCENT WORK (also known as Nose Work).   Scent work is quickly becoming a favorite sport. Scent Work is a positive activity that allows dogs the opportunity to use their strongest natural sense in a way that is fun, engaging, and that builds and strengthens a foundation of trust between the handler and dog. In the sport of Scent Work, dogs are trained to recognize specific odors, and to alert their handlers when the odors are detected. There are no upper age limits for dogs or handlers to this engaging sport. Many owners who have tried Scent Work report that their dogs are much happier and calmer, doing what comes naturally, using their nose! 
  

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class. Beginning Scent Work 6 week sessions are $90.  Class size is limited to 10.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

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• AKC Fit Dog Level 1

  • Start
    August 27, 2025
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  • End
    October 01, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    El Dorado County Fairgrounds: Pavilions A, B, D
  • Spaces left
    8

  The AKC Fit Dog program (https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-family-dog-program/akc-fit-dog/), developed in collaboration with Blue-9 Pet Products, is designed to help keep your dog in shape while teaching essential fitness and body awareness skills. Through proper instruction on form and safety, you will learn exercises to enhance your dog's balance, flexibility, stamina, and overall body fitness. Many of these exercises also serve as a foundation for fun and creative tricks.  This course utilizes luring, capturing, and shaping techniques to teach new skills, ensuring a fun and engaging learning experience for both dogs and their handlers.

  Sessions run for 6 weeks and are held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM.

  Pre-registration is required and payment must be received to guarantee a spot in the class. Fit Dog Level 1 is $90.  Class size is limited to 8.

  Prerequisites:  

  • Dogs must be at least 6 months old and have no underlying orthopedic issues or veterinary restrictions. Exercises will be modified for dogs under a year.
  • Dogs must have completed a puppy or beginning obedience class.

  ​The minimum age for handling a dog or puppy in class is 12 years, and all handlers under 16 years must have a parent or guardian present during the class.

  DOGS MUST BE IMMUNIZED.  Proof of immunization will be requested upon registration or you must bring documentation to the first session.

  ​Fit Dog Level 1 skills:

  ·         Tuck Sit

  ·         Nose Touch 

  ·         Front Paw Targeting

  ·         Shake Paws

  ·         Cookie Stretches

  ·         Kick Back Stand

  ·         Spins

  ·         Fold Back Down

  ·         Cavaletti Poles

  ·         Rear Leg Pivots

  Equipment:

  Dogs should wear a well-fitted flat collar or martingale. A list of optional equipment for home practice will be provided during the class.

  Certification:

  A passing score in this class fulfills one of the requirements for earning AKC Fit Dog Titles. These non-competitive titles allow dog owners to choose from a variety of activities to qualify, and additional details will be provided during the course.

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  For questions or more information, please call Cathy Keeler at (530) 622-6909. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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