What's New at the Academy

Learn about what's new at the Academy including upcoming events

 

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, 2010Deaf Boxer Puppy On Lead

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 ReservationsSwimming Paws

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"

Hans at the Academy - Swimming Paws Canine Swim Club, 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.

 

 

What's New

Special Training for Deaf Boxers

Deaf Boxer Puppy enjoying trainingJohn 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.  Deaf Boxer Puppy on Lead, CUTE!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. 

 Deaf Boxer Training

Deaf Boxer Puppy Enjoying the Attention

The cute Deaf Boxer Puppies are showing off!

Yes, you have our attention! 


 A Winning Rosette!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/

Hans at the Academy - Swimming Paws Canine Swim Club, photographed by Jared Castaidi

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.

 

 
 
 

 

 

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