
AKC STAR Puppy Classes
The AKC STAR puppy class is a 6wk group class designed to teach you how to best communicate with your puppy. Organized training classes also provide an opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs.
In classes aimed at earning the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy distinction, you’ll be able to get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including crate training, house-training, chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training is a natural lead in to the AKC® Canine GoodCitizen® Program.
Covers the following:
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Stages of development
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50 ideas for Socializing Your Puppy
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Basics of Behavior
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Behavioral Procedures and Concepts
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Exercise for Puppies
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How to be a Responsible Owner
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Choosing the Right Dog for You
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Advice from Experts
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Housetraining & crate training
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Preventing aggression
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Training Equipment-Leashes, Collars
Pre-Canine Good Citizen Behaviors:
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Allows petting
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Grooming
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Walking on a Leash
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Sit
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Down
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Stay
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Come
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Reactions to Distractions
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Stay with Another Person on Leash
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After S.T.A.R.-What Comes Next
At the end of the training course, your trainer will administer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test. Upon passing, owners and their puppies will be enrolled in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program and will receive an AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy package which includes:
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A frameable certificate
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy medal
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AKC Puppy Handbook
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Discount enrollment in AKC Companion Animal Recovery
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Subscription to monthly e-mail newsletter that includes training tips
All graduates will also be encouraged to continue training and work towards CGC
Class Start Dates
Starts Aug 16
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