All group classes are small, (3- 6 dogs) with emphasis on the individual dog/handler team. Attention is paid to each individual from the time of Bronze registration where each dog new to Cassandra’s Canines is assessed prior to entry into class. All courses have been expertly designed to provide successful and logical progressions in a solid training foundation of learning and fun. Emphasis is on the canine/human bond and relationship building throughout each level of training using motivational exercises and training games. Clicker training is a highly successful method of reward –based training that is not only an effective training aid but when coupled with motivational and shaping techniques, teaches our dogs to think and problem solve. The result is wonderful confidence and a love of learning for your dog! All classes have access to a private Facebook group to access written material and discuss training for the duration of the course.

Puppy Clinic for owners ( please leave pups at home ).

Info and Q & A on puppy raising basics. Receive Cassandra's top 3 puppy training tips!

8 weeks/One hour per week   

Interested in the very latest in dog education?  Do you want a well rounded confident companion?  Interested in bringing out the very best in your dog?

Start your relationship building and bonding with this UNIQUE  training experience for you and your dog.  Focus, attention and fun is the mainstay of this training foundation! Learn how to build great behaviors and skills without correction or punishment. Learn how to prevent problems as well as solve them! Bronze level is EDUCATION for you AND your dog. This  professionally laid out course is unlike any other.  Expert, certified instruction in a variety of integral areas:

• Attention building training games
• Body awareness skills
• Leash handling, walking games.
• Self-control challenges
• Recall fun with distractions
• Proprioception and confidence building exercises,
• Co-ordination and muscle development
• Mental acuity and response  to cues
• Calm and settling exercises
• Co-operative care routines and skills (nail clipping and grooming and vet care)
• Handler orientation class at beginning of course
• Clean, safe indoor facility with cushioned non-slip flooring
• Small personal groups for individual attention

Bonus Items Include:

• A training leash, clicker
• Many training props!
• Online support via a private Facebook group with videos, written material!

*First class is an orientation class – handler only.  Dogs do not attend this class. Due to Covid-19, spectators are not allowed in classes at this time. To register for this special course you will need to have your dog assessed by Cassandra. This is a separate fee from the course. Fee is 75.00.  During this you will meet Cassandra,  and your puppy will be evaluated for temperament and training needs. You will receive important feedback regarding your puppy and it ensures placement into the appropriate class. This is also a wonderful opportunity for your dog to gain experience and confidence in the training facility before attending a group session.  Contact Cassandra for further information on this special learning opportunity for you and your dog.

7 Weeks/One hour per week

Are you hooked on having fun and learning with your dog?

The learning and growing continues! Silver level builds further bonding and development of the human/dog partnership. Focus is intensified with more distraction work, hand signals and distance work. Dogs are also introduced to  fun retrieving! Silver challenges the dogs physically and mentally while building skills like formal recalls, finishes, heelwork games, balancing the value of toy and food rewards, targeting and entertaining tricks and skills like spins and leg weaves.

Price includes:  Target Stick and Retrieving frizzer

6 Weeks/One hour per week

Interested in showing your dog how much fun teamwork can be?

This level your dog becomes a well-rounded canine partner with an abundance of knowledge. Learn how to take your skills to the next level with tons of fun teamwork using a variety of exercises that set the stage for fun and excitement in a variety of dog sports and activities. Challenge your dog’s brain and body!