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The store is a fundraiser for SpokAnimal CARE. We love that your purchases are helping less fortunate animals. The training studio is not open during non-class hours. If you'd like to pop in to shop, check the online schedule and plan to drop by just before class is scheduled to start or at the end of the scheduled class time. You may tip-toe in to make purchases without your dog during class. Just add up your purchases and slip your $ to the assistant, just be careful not to disrupt the class in session. Checks or cash only - makes checks payable to SpokAnimal CARE.
CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Instructor list...This page includes a short bio and email addresses of each instructor.
In your first week orientation handbook we have included an orange sheet with the instructors' contact information on it - this sheet also includes information on who to contact to schedule a make-up.
BEHAVIOR QUESTIONS?Visit the BEHAVIOR FAQ section of our website for answers to just about any behavior question.
Concerned about whether your dog is appropriate for a class situation? Call Carol - 328-6959 or
schedule an evaluation with Cathy Fox - 993-3622.
PRIVATE CONSULTS:At our training studio or in your home.
Click here for questions about behavior consults or private lessons
SCHEDULE:
Beginning - No previous class experience
Puppies under 6 months of age attend Preschool or Kindergarten (same class divided by age)
Older pups and adults over 6 months of age attend Headstart.
On the cusp? You may attend either PK or Headstart.
Intermediate - completed a beginning class at DITR or somewhere else, using reward based training.
Prep - clicker class - second level after a beginning class
Advanced - Clicker savvy, completed a Prep class
Many classes to choose from - choose the class that best suit your personal goals.
Behavior 101 Lectures
Held monthly on Friday evenings. There are three in the series. $30 discount if you purchase all three and a training class as a Complete Training Package.
REGISTER ON-LINE:Online Registration Form
Already registered and can't remember what to bring or didn't print your forms? Click HERE!
PAY:Pay by check made out to DITR, mail to:
......... 1029 W. Dalton Ave., Spokane, WA 99205 (not where classes are held)
Bring cash to class week one.
Or pay by credit card with PayPal.
Please note: we cannot take credit cards at class or over the phone.Our PayPal email is ditr_training@hotmail.com - PayPal troubleshooting
TUITION FEES:
Entry level: $85 / 4 week session
Second level Prep class: $75
Advanced Levels classes: $65
Complete Understanding & Training Your Dog Pkg: $160
Behavior Lectures: $35 --- ($30 discount if you register for the lecture series with a class!)
Specialty classes priced as marked.
DISCOUNTS:
Discounts: (one discount per registration.) First class for shelter/rescue dogs (include a copy of your adoption paperwork) $5 off. Multiple dogs, same household registering for a beginning class,- you may deduct $10 from second dog's tuition if you only need one student handbook. Multiple session/same dog (beginning & intermediate/advanced class tuition paid with same check) 10% discount.
ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS:
DO DOGS ATTEND WEEK ONE?Beginning level, No.
The first week orientation of Puppy class and Headstart is training the human end of the leash, dogs stay home. We do like to have one or two social, food-motivated dogs to use as "demo dogs" week one. If you think your dog would be comfortable working with the instructor and has good demo potential, or if your dog is shy and would benefit from the extra exposure of attending week one, please email.Intermediate and Advanced level, Yes.
Dogs DO attend the first week of intermediate and advanced level classes.
ARE THERE MAKE-UPS?If you are unable to attend your scheduled class due to emergency or illness, you may attend another class in the corresponding week. Please contact your instructor as early as possible to make arrangements for a make-up or email or call Carol at 328-6959. Do you have a crazy work schedule which makes attendance the same night each week difficult or impossible? Call or email Carol to discuss flexible attendance possibilities prior to registering.
CANCELLATIONS/TRANSFERS:
Because our classes are limited to 8-10 students per class, classes frequently fill weeks in advance. Last minute cancellations and transfers can wreak havoc with the balance of the class registrations. We hate it when we mark a class "full" and turn people away, and then find out too late to offer them the spot. Please check your calendar carefully and plan to attend the class you sign up for. Should you find that you are unable to attend as planned, please email or call Carol at 328-6959 as early as possible to make arrangements to transfer to a future class.
Transfers must be taken within 60 days. No refunds.
ANIMAL-ASSISTED ACTIVITIES/THERAPY (PET THERAPY)
Dogs who visit hospitals and nursing homes with their able-bodied handlers as a volunteer service. They do not have full public access, only access to the facilities where they are "on staff" as visiting therapy animals. Contact the Delta Society for more information about evaluations and requirements.
Basic manners and obedience are the cornerstone of Assistance and Therapy dog training. The Canine Good Citizen test is a good starting goal for anyone pursuing either of these goals. CGC classes and evaluations are held several times per year.
