Weeks: 6

Length: 60 minutes per session

Prerequisites:  FCOOL and MAN+/FCOOL 7-12 or equivalent skills.

Hybrid Heeling is a competition obedience course that combines online instructional videos and downloadable handouts with a once-a-week in-person class. We continue to build on the skills that I introduce in FCOOL and Man+/FCOOL 7-12. We introduce all of the components of a heeling pattern as individual skills, gradually combining them into full heeling patterns. These include:

• Footwork for heeling
• Left, right, and about turns
• Pace changes (slow and fast)
• Halts
• Right and Left Circles —> Figure 8s
• Various heeling drills for improving heeling skills

Questions? Email Adele here.

Weeks: 6

Length: 60 minutes per session

Prerequisites:  FCOOL or equivalent skills

Hybrid Maneuvers +/FCOOL 7-12 is a competition obedience course that combines online instructional videos and downloadable handouts with a once-a-week in-person class. The course continues to expand on the skills started in FCOOL and adds heel position maneuvers (going forward, backward, side step left and right, left quarter turns, and tight turns to the right). Advance your heeling foundation, your dog’s stays and retrieving skills. Introduce jumping and go-outs. All the video lessons are hosted on the Thinkific platform. You have full access to all of the handouts and course video lessons for a full 6 months from when you start the lessons.

Interested in signing up? Email Adele here to find out if there is space.

Weeks: 6

Length: 60 minutes per session

Prerequisites:  Skills from Adele's foundation classes (Fcool, Maneuvers+ and Heeling) and knowledge of the AKC Novice signs.

Rally 2 - Advanced – learn about all of the AKC Advanced Rally signs and how to perform each with your dog, applying skills learned in the prerequisite classes. There will be course work each week with coaching from the instructor. 

Equipment 

• You will need to bring along a crate for your dog to be in while you walk the course each week, or someone who is able to hold your dog for you.
• I recommend a 3 – 4 foot leash – a 6 foot leash can get really cumbersome.
• Use whatever collar you are currently training with that keeps your dog under control.
• Treats and toys are encouraged.

If you are interested in taking this class, please put yourself on the waiting list by clicking on the "Add to Wait List" button. Once there are at least 4 people on the list, we will send out a link for sign up.

Class dates: 1/8/25 - 2/12/25

Weeks: 6

Length: 60 minutes per session

Prerequisites:  Knowledge of all of the AKC Rally Novice, Intermediate/Advanced, and Excellent signs.

Rally 4 - Master – learn about all of the AKC Master Rally signs and how to perform each with your dog, applying skills learned in the prerequisite classes. There will be course work each week with coaching from the instructor. 

Equipment – you will need to bring along a crate for your dog to be in while you walk the course each week, or someone who is able to hold your dog for you. I recommend a 3 – 4 foot leash – a 6 foot leash can get really cumbersome. Use whatever collar you are currently training with that keeps your dog under control. Treats and toys are encouraged.

If you are interested in taking this class, please put yourself on the waiting list by clicking on the "Add to Wait List" button. Once there are at least 4 people on the list, we will send out a link for sign up.

Class dates: 1/8/25 - 2/12/25

Course Description

We introduce the dogs to all of the different obstacles seen on an agility course, at safely lowered heights. Your dog needs to be comfortable being held by the instructor or assistant, and to have enough self-control to work around other dogs without being disruptive.

Equipment

• 4-6 ft cloth or leather leash
• flat collar
• treat bag
• lots of small soft treats
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Prerequisite

Puppies need to be at least 6 months old. Dogs/puppies need to have taken a basic obedience course or have instructor approval to participate in this class. Please contact us at info@northfielddogtraining.com if you have any questions at all.

Class dates: Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 8, 2025 (skip Feb 1)

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

Struggling to walk a dog that is pulling is no fun! Learn how to reframe your walk so that you and your dog can take time to enjoy the scenery, relax, and manage distractions you might encounter as you are out and about in your neighborhood.

Prerequisites: puppy class, manners class, or reasonable equivalent 

Age group: for dogs ages 6 months and up 

Class size: 3-8 students

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates: 2/10/25 - 2/24/25

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE. 

Course Description

One of the skills your dog needs in life is a reliable recall. In this three week class we will cover how to build a recall that works, games to play and maintain that recall, as well as an emergency recall game to ensure your dog always returns.

Prerequisites: puppy class, manners class, or reasonable equivalent

Age group: for dogs ages 6 months and up

Class size: 3-6 students

Equipment

• Lots of small, easy-to-chew, high-value treats (this is from the dog’s perspective; they should love what they are getting).
• Collar (flat collar, martingale, slip collar, or non-restrictive harness. Pinch/prong collars are not allowed)
• 4-6 foot leash
• treat bag
• toy that does not roll or squeak
• sensible shoes in which handler can run

Class dates: 2/10/25 - 2/24/25

REGISTRATION IS BY DOG. DO NOT REGISTER A SECOND PERSON - YOU WILL END UP BEING CHARGED TWICE.