Training is a very important part of dog ownership, for dog and owner alike, and the Animal Protective Foundation is proud to offer a bounty of classes through our Canine Academy program. The program offers classes such as Puppy and Adolescent Basics, Basic Manners 101 and 102, Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog International and much more!
The Canine Academy is staffed by professionally certified and seasoned trainers who help owners better understand their beloved companions by teaching them to think like dogs, and by helping dog and owner to cultivate trust and respect for one another, thereby strengthening their relationship.
About Canine Academy
Training is a very important part of dog ownership, for dog and owner alike, and the Animal Protective Foundation is proud to offer a bounty of classes through our Canine Academy program. The program offers classes such as Puppy and Adolescent Basics, Basic Manners 101 and 102, Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog International and much more!
The Canine Academy is staffed by professionally certified and seasoned trainers who help owners better understand their beloved companions by teaching them to think like dogs, and by helping dog and owner to cultivate trust and respect for one another, thereby strengthening their relationship.
Our approach to training is a motivational one, always using positive reinforcement to achieve success. Training with the APF also helps homeless pets, as 50% of your tuition benefits the shelter.
VACCINE REQUIREMENTS
Proof of rabies and distemper vaccinations are required.
Bordetella (for kennel cough) is highly recommended, but is not a requirement.
Flea and tick prevention is recommended but is not required
Please bring a copy of your pets vaccine records to your first class.
SPAY/NEUTER REQUIREMENTS
With the exception of Puppy classes, all dogs enrolled in Canine Academy training classes must be spayed or neutered.
Please note: The minimum age for handling is 16 years old if accompanied by an adult.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY -We often have waiting lists for our classes. In fairness to all, refunds minus a $10 processing fee will be provided only if the cancellation is made prior to 48-hours before the first class. (Example: If class begins on Monday, cancellation must be received by the previous Friday.) This policy also applies to class changes. Please make sure you are signing up for the correct class prior to registering. (Example: If you take Basic Manners 101, please do not sign up again. The next class in that series would be Basic Manners 102.) Please contact canineacademy@animalprotective.org if you have any questions regarding what class to sign up for next.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT
APF dog adopters receive a one-time $25 discount off their first training course. Offer good for one year from adoption date.
Location
Animal Protective Foundation
53 Maple Ave
Glenville, 12302
United States
Kathy Snowden ABCDT has been involved with dog training and the APF for over 20 years. Her commitment to training evolved from seeing first hand so many dogs given up because of behavioral issues that the owners did not know how to address. Kathy develops and continues to update the training program to meet the needs of the dogs and the dog owners. Her goal is to keep the dogs in their homes and to help bridge the communication gap between human and canine. Kathy is a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Kathy is certified by the Animal Behavior College as a Dog Trainer and a Shelter Dog Trainer. She also serves as a mentor to future dog trainers with the Animal Behavioral College.
Sheila Leguire ABCDT has been affiliated with the APF since 2015 as a Canine Academy instructor as well as working with staff and volunteers in training shelter dogs. Sheila specializes in behavior modification training and canine body language. Sheila believes the more owners learn about how to understand their dog’s behavior as well as putting them in appropriate social situations will set them up for success. Sheila’s goal with the addition of the Adolescent Basics course is to continue a transition from puppy class through the behavioral changes as dogs mature and how to meet those needs through proper socialization. Sheila is certified by the Animal Behavior College.
