Obedience Show-N-Gos and Agility Run Thrus
We look forward to seeing you at our next Show-N-Gos:
Open and Utility Obedience 9 AM followed by Rally and Novice Obedience - February 13, March 13, April 10
Agility Run Thrus (ALL LEVELS) - February 20, March 20, April 17
Come out and practice with your dog as you enjoy the camaraderie at the Academy!
Upcoming New Class
Nose Work Classes
Saturdays, January 8 – February 9, 1 1/2 hours each class
Come try out the exciting new sport of Nose Work. Nose work gives your dog an opportunity to use his excellent ability to detect and hunt down scents. It is great fun for your dog and helps build confidence and problem solving abilities while burning lots of physical and mental energy. At the Sniff-In each dog will be given the opportunity to try nose work by hunting for their favorite treat. Let your dog show you how it is done! Bring your dog on a 6 foot leash (no flexis) and treats. Click here to learn more!
Special Training for Deaf Boxers
Unique Training for Cute Boxer Puppies
November 16, 2010
John and Maria Harrington called with a request to aid them in the basic obedience of their new boxer puppies. That in itself was not too surprising, but the puppies were. Kayla and Seamus turned out to be two beautiful white boxer puppies.
Click Here to read the whole story and
see how much the puppies enjoy the training!
Current News:
The Swimming Paws is Getting Dogs Wet
Taking Reservations
The Swimming Paws Canine Swim Club is getting many breeds into the water, helping the dogs with cardiovascular conditioning and even conditioning their coat and skin. Call or fill out our online Sigh Up Form to schedule a swim evaluation, and Carrie will help teach your dog how much fun swimming can be! Click Here to see all the action, with some videos and photos!
About the Academy
Delaware Today Magazine Spotlights the Academy
February 2010
Read about the Academy and other pet-related businesses in Delaware Today's March 2010 issue, with the article, "Spoil Your Pet"
Delaware Today magazine is a great resource for all things Delaware, and if you visit the Academy on a regular basis, we encourage you to subscribe to Delaware Today.
What's New
Special Training for Deaf Boxers
John
and Maria Harrington called with a request to aid them in the basic
obedience of their new boxer puppies. That in itself was not too
surprising, but the puppies were. Kayla and Seamus turned out to be two
beautiful white boxer puppies.
The
litter mother came from a breeder in the Lancaster, PA area. White boxers
have a propensity for deafness and both of the beautiful babies were deaf.
Traditional clicker training was out of the question, they could not hear
it. John and Maria, very caring people, wanted to get these puppies started
and as normally as possible. Sign language was tough to replace the clicker
(knock, knock, knock type motion of right hand) and knock and feed was
started. Sit, down, watch, and other commands were taught easily and
quickly and the boxers are now working on a loose lead. Both pups are
typical 16-week olds and are learning easily. They will be back in January
for Canine Good Citizen and Gateway classes.
Canine Sports Massage Therapy By Sue Schneider, Certified Massage Therapist
The Academy of Dog Training and Agility is pleased to now offer the benefits
of Sports Massage Therapy to our canine athletes and partners. (You do not need to be a club member to take advantage of this service.)
Sports massage therapy is used universally as a pre-event, post-event, and
maintenance therapy for animal athletes involved in all types of
competition. Because this therapy has been found useful in relieving and
modifying the symptoms of a variety of ailments and conditions, its benefits
also extend to healing, aging, arthritic, and obese dogs.
Click here to learn about canine message therapy sessions and how to make an appointment.
In Delaware Today
Delaware Today Magazine Spotlights the Academy
February 2010
Read about the Academy and other pet-related businesses in Delaware Today's March 2010 issue, with the article, "Spoil Your Pet"
http://www.delawaretoday.com/Delaware-Today/March-2010/Spoil-Your-Pet/
Photographed by Jared Castaidi
Delaware Today magazine
is a great resource for all things Delaware, and if you visit the Academy on a
regular basis, we encourage you to subscribe to Delaware Today.
Building Rentals are Available
Our Facility is Available for Canine-Related Events and Organizations
Our Facility is available for canine-related events and organizations, so please check our Calendar of Classes and Events to see when it's available. Please contact Don Brown by phone at (302) 588-4636 or by email at don@academyofdogtraining.com to discuss rental rates and to schedule a tour of our Academy.
