Distraction Proofing Class
(An Intermediate Level
Canine Good Citizen class)
Basic Manners Proofing This class includes a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluation or an AKC Tricks Test
Video from a Distraction Proofing Class
Class Goals:
Many owners will say that their dogs know how to obey at home, but when they are in the veterinarian’s office, the park, or out on a walk around the neighborhood, its a different story. This is the class that will help your dog understand that these commands still apply in the face of more enticing opportunities. The focus of this class is on getting dogs to obey their owners in the presence of distractions. Games and exercises focus on preparing dogs and handlers to go beyond the Canine Good Citizen objectives and to build solid sit-stays, down-stays, and recalls. The Canine Good Citizen test is given as the last class and is included in the price of the class, however, if dogs have already passed the CGC test, they can take a Tricks Title test instead.
Class Prerequisites
- Dogs must be Behaviorally Healthy and not have aggression issues with other dogs.
- Dogs must have some training (respond to “sit”, “down”, “stay”, and “come”) and are at least 7 months old. No upper age limits.
- All dogs must have Rabies and DHPP vaccinations or titers. Proof of vaccinations or titers must be brought to first class. Dogs without proof of vaccinations or titers will not be able to participate. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.
- No shock collars, e-collars, prong collars or choke chains allowed in class.
- Pre-registration with pre-payment is required.
Tuition: $230
Duration: Once a week for 7 weeks; First class is orientation, without dogs
Class Size: 6-8 Dogs Maximum
TYPICAL PROGRESSION OF CLASSES:
PUPPY CLASS | PUPPY CONFIDENCE & AGILITY CLASS | CANINE GOOD CITIZEN CLASS | DISTRACTION PROOFING CLASS | SPORTS CLASSES
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Monday Evenings
6:00-7:00pm
Instructor: Lloyd Newland
Location: The Wag Center
(2025) Nov 3 | (2026) Feb 9 | Apr 6 | Jun 15 | Aug 10 | Oct 19
Tuesday Afternoon
noon-1pm
Instructor: Jackie Wherley
Location: The Training Hall
(2026) Feb 3 | Mar 31 | Jun 4 | Jul 30 | Oct 1
Thursday Evenings
08:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Christie Canfield
Location: The Training Hall
(2026) Jan 22 | Mar 26 | May 28 | Jul 30 | Oct 1