Training Classes
What are dog training classes?
Dog training classes or dog training clubs are establishments usually run by teams of dedicated people who should be knowledgeable in dog training methods. Each dog is an individual and needs to be trained as such. There should be no more than 8 dogs in a class to one instructor otherwise you may not receive the attention that is required. When viewing a club for the first time, it is recommended that you go without your dog and watch the classes. Do the dogs seem relaxed in the environment? Do the instructors seem knowledgeable and approachable? Would your dog be happy in the classes?
Recommended Training Classes
The following clubs have been visited by Foal Farm and are perceived as reward based method classes. However, should you have any comments on any of the clubs listed below, we would be grateful to receive them. If we receive a good response, we may even set up a 'comments box'!
Sevenoaks and District Dog Training Club
| Club History: | Formed in 1963. Registered with the Kennel Club and The British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers and the instructors (all volunteers), have many years experience in both competitive and non-competitive obedience and agility. Handlers of all ages from beginner through to advanced are welcome as are all types of dogs. Instructors have experience with rescue dogs, behavioural problems and puppy socalisation/training. |
| Location: | Brasted Village Hall, Brasted, Kent |
| Class Details: |
Mondays: 11:00am - 11:45am - Puppy Socialisation Course Mondays: 12:00noon - 12:45pm - Basic Obedience Training Course Thursdays: 7.30pm - 8.10pm - Basic Obedience Training Course All courses must be booked in advance. |
| Also Offer: | Agility at Chafford Farm, Fordcombe |
| Contacts: |
Kaye Scott (Chairman/Instructor), Afiliate Member BIPDT, Member APDT
00607 Christine Boylan (Basic Obedience Course Co-ordinator) Website: http://www.sddts.f9.co.uk |
Right Start Dog Training
| Club History: | (Awaiting details) |
| Location: | Tatsfield Village Hall, Tatsfield, Nr Biggin Hill |
| Class Details: | Thursdays: 2:10pm - 2:50pm - Basic Obedience Training Course All courses must be booked in advance. |
| Also Offer: | |
| Contacts: | Kaye Scott (Chairman/Instructor), Afiliate Member BIPDT,
Member APDT 00607 |
Barry Headon's K9 Training
Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
Please note revised details for times and contact
| Club History: | The aim of the club is to promote a better understanding amongst dog owners to the needs of their dog, increase their responsibility towards other dog owners and members of the public and to help them to conform to local by-laws concerning dogs and ownership. The club is a non-profit making concern and instructors give their time voluntarily and all proceeds, less expenses, will be donated to an Animal Rescue shelter or other canine causes. The club also assists with those seeking advice with their dog and gives advice on training, behaviour, feeding and general care. One to One visit can be arranged. We run the Kennel Clubs Good Citizen Dog Scheme (hope to start at Foal Farm soon) Bronze, Silver and Gold as part of our classes. |
| Location: | Monday evenings at St Marks Hall, Oldmill Road, Plumstead, from 1900hrs Wednesday evening at the Freemantle Hall, Bexley High Street, Bexley, Kent |
| Class Details: |
Monday evenings - 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm Wednesday evenings - 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm |
| Also Offer: | One to one home visits (if owner has particular needs or unsuitable to join a class) |
| Contacts: |
Barry Headon |
Animal Promotions
| Club History: | (Awaiting details) |
| Location: |
White Rocks Farm, Underriver, Sevenoaks, Kent |
| Class Details: |
Saturdays 10.30 am - 12.00pm - Film School Class. For dogs that know basic obedience. 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm - Puppy and problem dog classes |
| Also Offer: | Film classes - a light hearted look at the film industry with regards to dogs and what is required of them. |
| Contacts: |
Sue Boorman-Woods, tel: 01732 762913 |
Hextable Dog Training Club
Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
| Club History: | Club started in 1996. |
| Location: | Hextable, Kent |
| Class Details: |
Tuesday evenings 7.00 pm - Puppy/Beginners class 8.00 pm - Intermediate classes etc Wednesday daytime Classes from 10.30 am onwards |
| Also Offer: |
Fun Agility Home visits within 10 mile radius Puppy Classes |
| Contacts: |
Trish Weatherley, tel: 01322 664301 Midge Walster, tel: 01322 667058 |
Beckenham Dog Training Club
| Club History: | (Awaiting details) |
| Location: | St Barnabus Church Hall, Perth Road (off Oakwood Avenue), Beckenham, Kent |
| Class Details: |
Thursday evenings 7.30 pm - 8.15 pm - Puppy/Beginners class 8.15 pm - 10.15 pm - Beginner to Advanced classes |
Also Offer: |
Agility - Bickley, Kent |
| Contacts: | Joan Slater, tel: 020 8778 5710 |
Joval Dog Training Club
| Club History: | (Awaiting details) |
| Location: | St Luke Church Hall (on the crossroads of Northover/Shroffold Road, Downham, Kent |
| Class Details: | Friday evenings 7.30 pm |
| Also Offer: | |
| Contacts: | John and Val Watts, tel: 0208 460 4461 |
WAGGING TAILS Dog Training
| Club History: | I am an APDT trainer. One of my assistants is in the process of applying to be an APDT member too. I and one of my assistants are in our first year studying for a degree in
Canine Behaviour and Training. We are also in the process of applying for KC status
so we can offer the KC Good Citizen Awards later this year.
We use positive training methods only. I have three rescue dogs, a Pyrenean Mountain Dog and two Saluki Lurchers, so have a special interest in training rescue dogs. One of my class assistants also has a rescue GSD. Between us, we have many different breeds (Pyrenean Mountain Dog, Lurchers, German Sheperds, Boxer, American Bulldog) so we are used to adapting our training methods to each individual breed/dog and are able to take the different breed traits into consideration. |
| Location: | St. Luke's Church Hall / St. Luke's Scout Hall, Spring Lane, South Norwood, London SE25 4SP |
| Class Details: | Puppies: Monday evenings and Saturday mornings Further information at http://www.wtdt.co.uk |
| Also Offer: | Home visits for rescue centres |
| Contacts: | Tel: 020 8655 0668 or enquire by email |
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