S.T.A.R. Puppy Class April 23rd
Due to the popularity of our S.T.A.R. Puppy Classes, another class will be starting on Saturday April, 23, 2016. Registrations for this and The Next Step Class are already coming in. Don't miss out!
You'll save when signing up for BOTH at the same time. Click on the underlined names of each class for more information about them.
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A few of our many adorable puppies . . . .
Testimonials from some of our students
The Next Step Class-April 2, 2016
Did you take one session of Puppy Classes and stop? Maybe now you are just beginning to realize there is more to training! We have the class for you. The Next Step Class goes beyond that stage, now when your puppy can concentrate a little longer. Now, when your puppy is becoming a bit more of an independent thinker and isn't quite so eager to follow along with you.
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Or, do you have an older but small breed dog that may be a little shy? Does he know some of the basic obedience commands but lacks some confidence? This is a great class for him or her.
Check out The Next Step Class and CALL NOW: 716 254-6762
Our class sizes are always limited.
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S.T.A.R. Puppy Class-April 19th
Don't let your puppy miss out! Our class sizes are limited and fill early.
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This is an evening class. Sign up before March 29th and SAVE. There is an even bigger savings when signing up for BOTH our Puppy Class and The Next Step Class at once. Call now: 716 254-6762
(Click on the underlined links for more information about the classes)
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He is looking very much the part of "graduate"
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Next Level Obedience I: Mar. 2nd
This is an evening class with only 2 openings remaining. Call now: 716 254 5652 or use the 'contact' button at the top of the page. Do you want to enjoy life WITH your dog? Have you started with some basic commands but find that he’s having trouble following through? Are you embarrassed when people visit because your dog is jumping on them? Does your dog only come when nothing else is around?
COME!
We can help!
***Imagine your dog lying calmly on his mat while your family or company is eating.
***Picture giving a command only once, not 3…4…5 times. And, he’ll listen!
***Imagine your dog sitting quietly as people pet him.
***Can you see yourself walking in town and you actually enjoy having your dog with you?
***Imagine your dog being calm as friends pet him.
These can all be realities for you!
To add even more to this class, we add some agility obstacles (hoops, wobbles, jumps and more). This adds interest to the basic obedience commands, while at the same time builds confidence and gives a variety of things to work on.
The guaranteed small size of our classes assures that you and your dog will get the most attention possible. You will NEVER find 8 - 10 and more dogs in any of our classes, ever!
CALL NOW: Get started with a happy family life that includes your dog in your life 716 254 6762
Next Level Obedience I - January 30, 2016
Do you want to enjoy life WITH your dog? Have you started with some basic commands but find that he’s having trouble following through? Are you embarrassed when people visit because your dog is jumping on them?
We can help!
***Imagine your dog lying calmly on his mat while your family or company is eating.
***Picture giving a command only once, not 3…4…5 times. And, he’ll listen!
***Imagine your dog sitting quietly as people pet him.
***Can you see yourself walking in town and you actually enjoy having your dog with you?
***Imagine your dog being calm as friends pet him.
These can all be realities for you!
To add even more to this class, we add in some agility obstacles (hoops, wobbles, jumps and more). This adds interest to the basic obedience commands, while at the same time builds confidence and gives a variety of things to work on.
The guaranteed small size of our classes assures that you and your dog will get the most attention possible. You will NEVER find 8 - 10 and more dogs in any of our classes, ever!
CALL NOW: Get started with a happy family life that includes your dog in that life 716 254 6762
Puppy Class - October 14, 2015
Start now with your puppy so you will enjoy him as part of your family. Puppies have a lot of energy which can be overwhelming at times. We can help you (even at this young age) to teach him how to be calm when needed. Is your puppy ignoring you? Does he only 'sort of' listen to you, or not at all? We can help you.
Maybe you've got a good start at home but want your pup in a class situation so he learns to listen to you when there are other people and puppies around. You may have the perfect puppy "now". Some times as they get a little older and more independent that can change. Don't wait until there are problems before you begin working with him.
This is an evening class. Sign up before October 4th and SAVE (Early Bird Discount). More information about our S.T.A.R. Puppy Class <<<<<<
Sign up for BOTH the Puppy Class and The Next Step Class at the same time to save even more! Get in touch with us now for more details. Class sizes are always limited. Sign up early to reserve your place in the class.
Great Weekend Trial: Sept. 5-6, 2015
Photos of some of our students from the weekend Dog Show: New Titles; Placings; First time legs; Lots of fun and more. Congratulations to everyone that entered!
What happens after Puppy Class? July 30th
Have you taken a puppy class and now you're wondering . . . "What comes NEXT?" Your puppy class was just the beginning. There is so much more to do, so much more for you and your puppy to learn! We have the class for you.
The Next Step Class: July 30th (evening class)
This is the perfect followup for what you've started. Don't stop working with your young dog now. Maybe you have been teaching your young dog on your own and he only listens at home. A class is great for teaching him to listen to you when there are other people and dogs next to them. Your dog will learn to be calm when there are other exciting activities going on. This is a must if you want to take him places (to outdoor soccer games, picnics, homes or friends of relatives), or if you plan to have people visit at your home. Wouldn't it be nice to have a home where your friends and relatives want to visit because your dog behaves?
Find out more about this class HERE
If you do the work, you'll get the results. BUT, "Don't be upset by the results you didn't get with the work you didn't do"
Early Bird Discount - Sign up before July 20th and SAVE
We also have an Advanced Next Step Class:
This is not listed on our website, but was created due to the request and demand from the people taking previous sessions of The Next Step Class. Sign up for BOTH The Next Step AND The Advanced Next Class at the same time and SAVE EVEN MORE.
Our class sizes are always limited to give you and your dog the attention we feel you each deserve. Once the class is full, registrations will be closed. A second class will be added if needed.
Calling All Puppies! STAR Puppy Class-July 29th
Details will be posted soon, but you can find out more about what is covered in this class HERE. This is an evening class. All our class sizes are limited and generally fill quickly. Reserve your place in the class now! Sign up before July 15th and SAVE with our Early Bird Discount.
Competition Obedience- Novice Beginner Level June 25th
Have you always wanted to have Focused Attention heeling from your dog? Once you've taught your dog to heel this way, you'll never want anything less from your dog. If he is focusing on you, he won't be looking at the judge, the spectators, or fluffs of hair on the floor! This kind of attention and focus carries over into all of the other exercises that you'll be doing with your dog.
Have you been to obedience classes where you work on 'attention' for the first couple weeks, then by the third or forth week you're "heeling" all the way around the room with little or no emphasis on that all important FOCUS from your dog? Not in these classes!
In the Novice Classes we also start the dogs on the more advanced exercises needed for Open and Utility. The jumping, retrieving and more, make it so much more interesting for both you and your dog! Why not be ready for higher levels before competing in the early levels? You'll feel more confident. Plus, you are well on your way for the Open (CDX) Class before stepping into the Novice ring.
NOT INTERESTED IN COMPETING? These classes are still a great option for you and your dog!! Over the years many students have continued through the levels of the Competition classes while never setting foot in the ring. They enjoy working with their dogs and progressing into more advanced exercises while in the company of other dogs and handlers doing the same. It’s FUN for the dog! It’s FUN for the dog owner! Keeping your dog’s mind stimulated and his body active will enhance his quality of life. Students have continued for years in the classes with multiple dogs as new puppies are added into the family.
To be sure that each team receives the attention we feel they deserve, the class size is kept small for YOUR benefit. Once the class is full, registrations will close. Let us know now if you want to join.
You can find out more about our Competition Classes HERE
The Next Step Class-June 10th
Have you taken a puppy class and now you're not sure what comes next? Maybe you didn't take your puppy to a class. Maybe you did some training with him at home and find that you need more help. Does your young dog listen to you at home, but not when you're out in public? Does he "not know" the basics if company comes over? Then this is the class for you!
Are you ready to enjoy your young dog? Do you want your dog to listen the FIRST TIME, so you won't need to repeat commands over and over to him? Then sign up for "The Next Step Class".
We always limit class sizes to give you and your dog the attention you both deserve.
Find out more details about this class HERE, then contact us to reserve your place in the class.
Early Bird Discount if you sign up before June 3rd. Don't miss out!
Will "Jeter" see you in this class?
NEW Canine Good Citizens
Congratulations to our newest Canine Good Citizens, passing and earning their Titles today!
Thank you, Aaron Timberlake and Ole-E for being our friendly stranger and well-behaved friendly dog! Thanks also to Ben and Bugsy, along with Aaron for being part of our crowd. A few dogs were missing from today's test. Hopefully we'll see them next time!
House Dog Obedience with Aaron Timberlake May 9, 2015
NEW SESSION - STARTS NOVEMBER 7, 2015
House Dog Obedience: Series 1, 2 + 3
Manners are very important, especially for your House Dog! This class will cover all the basics, but will be focusing on some unorthodox tricks and methods that will have your dog consistently, reliably and happily working with you.
What will you and your dog learn? ~ Watch Me, Sit, Down, Stay, Recall, Go To…, Walk Nice, Leave It and Manners. Plus a whole lot more!
Session One will start with Confidence Building, Impulse Control and Relationship Development. This will be a great foundation for the development of a thinking dog who loves to learn, work and cooperate with you. At the same time it will set your dog up for success with basic, traditional obedience.
Session Two then moves into the basics of obedience.
Session Three ups the ante, polishing your dog around new distractions and environments. We may take this Third Session outside or on the road to different locations.
Use the 'contact us' in the menu bar for more information. Aaron will return your email.
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We just finished another "The Next Step Class". I'm so pleased that family members joined in with the training at class and at home. It's important that everyone is working together and keeping things consistent. Your dog can become confused if his rules change from day to day or from person to person.
Your dog is happier when he knows what is expected!
S.T.A.R. Puppy Class - April 22
Start your puppy early. Don't wait until he is older and problems begin! Sign up NOW for BOTH the Puppy Class AND The Next Step Class to SAVE EVEN MORE!
In this class we will get you and your pup started off on the right step (the right paw) and prepare you both for the beginning of the happy life you'll want with your puppy.
This is an evening class. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Sign up before April 14th and save. There is an even greater discount when you sign up for BOTH the Puppy Class AND The Next Step Class at the same time. The Puppy Class will get you started, but it is only the beginning. Then what? The Next Step Class keeps you going for when your pup begins to enter the stage of his life when he'll become more independent. Plan ahead to keep him on track.
Class sizes are ALWAYS LIMITED. Contact us now to reserve your spot in the classes. Use the 'contact us' link in the menu bar at the top of the page.
"The Next Step" Class - April 16
Are you ready to enjoy your young dog? Do you want your dog to listen the FIRST TIME, so you won't need to repeat commands over and over to him? Then "The Next Step Class" is for you. We always limit class sizes to give you and your dog the attention you both deserve.
Find out more details about this class HERE, then contact us to reserve your place in the class.
Early Bird Discount if you sign up before April 9th. Don't miss out!
House Dog Obedience with Aaron Timberlake April 25, 2015
The First Session starts off with Confidence Building, Impulse Control and Relationship Development. This will be a great foundation for the development of a thinking dog who loves to learn, work and cooperate with you. At the same time it will set your dog up for success with basic, traditional obedience.
The Second Session moves into the basics of obedience.
The Third Session ups the ante, polishing your dog around new distractions and environments. We may take the Third Session outside or on the road to different locations.
Use the 'contact us' in the menu bar for more information. Aaron will return your email.
Canine Good Citizen Class and Test
A new Canine Good Citizen Prep Class will be starting on April 4, 2015. This is a morning class. Each week you and your dog will be practicing and preparing for the test, which will be on the last week of the session.
DATES for the CLASS: April 4th, 18th, 25th, and May 2nd. The test will be on May 16th. The weeks in between will give you extra time to prepare your dog. CLASS SIZE LIMITED
What is the Canine Good Citizen Test?
The CGC Program welcomes both purebred and mixed breed dogs. The Test is noncompetitive and dogs are not required to perform with the same precision required in formal obedience. There are 10 individual tests (listed below).
"Responsible Owners, Well-Mannered Dogs. The AKC's Canine Good Citizen program is recognized as the gold standard for dog behavior. In CGC, dogs who pass the 10 step CGC test can earn a certificate and/or the official AKC CGC title. Dogs with the CGC title have the suffix, "CGC" after their names." - From American Kennel Club Website
The CGC test includes:
# 1: Accepting a friendly stranger
# 2: Sitting politely for petting
# 3: Appearance and grooming
# 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
# 5: Walking through a crowd
# 6: Sit and down on command and Staying in place
# 7: Coming when called
# 8: Reaction to another dog
# 9: Reaction to distraction
# 10: Supervised separation
New Trainer at C & P
We are happy to announce that Aaron Timberlake is now teaching classes at Communicate & Play Dog Training. A full listing and details of his classes will soon be up on the website so check back soon. He will be teaching Puppy and Household Obedience Classes and Much More!
Aaron has been around dogs his whole life. There was always a family dog while growing up. As a teen, walking, training and boarding neighbors’ dogs became a part time job. In 2006 he became addicted to dogs!
Reading, studying, attending seminars and trials, as well as taking several classes per week has become a large part of his life. Aaron has trained under and with the best in Western New York, as well as internationally acclaimed dog trainers.
In the past 8 years he has gained experience in every genre of training. Aaron believes in the importance of teaching, learning and communication with both humans and dogs. He believes that consistence, structure and relationship building is the key to bring out the best in your dog. By studying the dog in front of him, Aaron assesses and then develops a plan to best suit that dog and owner. Every dog is an individual. There is no categorical classification of breed or behavior.
Experienced with fostering; adoptions; raising puppies; grooming; transporting; pet sitting; walking and jogging; boarding; board and train; socialization; group classes and private lessons, Aaron is ready to help you with all your canine needs.
Aaron is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and is currently working toward his CDT Certification.
