Obedience Training

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• See the Rolling Meadows Park District Registration site for more information on group Dog Obedience classes. Class location may vary.
• For further information and scheduling inquiries regarding Private classes, please contact mast.programdirector@gmail.com.

COMMUNICATION: Dogs learn to understand commands which helps to build a better relationship with their owners that is built on trust and respect.

SAFETY: Dogs that are well trained are less likely to run off or react impulsively in unsafe situations which enhances their safety around different people and pets.

STIMULATION: Dogs that are engaged are less likely to have destructive behaviors caused by boredom.

SOCIALIZATION: Dogs that are exposed to different dogs, environments and people which help them develop social skills.

STRESS: Dogs are less likely to show signs of anxiousness or frustration and tend to be calmer within the household environment when they are well trained.

Over these 13 weeks you and your dog will:

Evening 1: Handler/Dog Paperwork and Introductions

Evening 2-12: Obedience Training

• Dogs will practice working with various handlers and master essential commands such as Heel, Sit, Down, and Stay.
• Your dog will learn to operate both independently and as part of a group, interacting with different people, environments, and objects.

Evening 13: Final Obedience Exam

• 5–6 ft leash (leather preferred)
• Training collar (available for purchase)
• Up to date handler Flu vaccination
• Up to date dog vaccinations and recent fecal exam
• A “Pup Go-Bag” containing dog waste bags, paper towels, cleaner, and a hand-size bottle of sanitizer