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K-9 SPORTS TRAINING
Current Schedule Of Courses, September/October
*K-9 Sports are located on Page Two of the documents*
- Please scroll to the bottom of this page to review a summary of our mandatory Wellness Policy -
- Classes are held once a week and new classes begin at intervals of four (4) to five (5) weeks -
- We also offer Private Lessons for Sport Disciplines -
- Classes are held once a week and new classes begin at intervals of four (4) to five (5) weeks -
- We also offer Private Lessons for Sport Disciplines -
| Fall Schedule of Courses (Nov/Dec 2024) |
K-9 Dock Diving & Swimming
Intro to Swim/Water Safety
Many people assume that dogs are natural swimmers, but that just isn't the case. Some breeds really do take to the water, but even specific ‘water’ breeds can drown accidentally, especially when the summer sun finds dogs of all shapes and sizes in contact with backyard pools, beaches, lakes, stock ponds, and neighborhood retention ponds and dog park swimming holes. It’s estimated that thousands of family pets die in drowning incidents each year - most dogs enjoy cooling off in a pool or pond when it’s hot – but many could benefit from swimming or safety lessons. Good for your canine companion and great fun too! Our instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you will get wet so appropriate attire (including non-slip shoes) is recommended.
The "Long Jump" for Dogs. Goals of this course is designed to teach a dog and the handler to work together as a team, teaching the dog to jump the greatest distance into a pool. The handler throws a retrievable object into a 40' pool as the dog runs down a 40' dock, and leaps out as far as he/she can to have fun in this dog sport. No worries if your dog has never swam before we will help with swimming lessons. Our swim instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you may get wet so appropriate attire (non-slip shoes) is recommended.
Swimming & Intro to Dog Dock-Diving ("Big Air")
The goals of this class are to teach basic Dock-Diving skills, introducing your dog to the water and the dock, how to select a retrievable object, how to control your dog while on the dock, retrievable object throwing techniques, dock diving rules, etc.
Dog Dock-Diving (Multi-Level)
The goals of this class is to help you improve upon "Big Air" techniques including handler skills, increasing drive, improving lift and distance, etc.
Many people assume that dogs are natural swimmers, but that just isn't the case. Some breeds really do take to the water, but even specific ‘water’ breeds can drown accidentally, especially when the summer sun finds dogs of all shapes and sizes in contact with backyard pools, beaches, lakes, stock ponds, and neighborhood retention ponds and dog park swimming holes. It’s estimated that thousands of family pets die in drowning incidents each year - most dogs enjoy cooling off in a pool or pond when it’s hot – but many could benefit from swimming or safety lessons. Good for your canine companion and great fun too! Our instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you will get wet so appropriate attire (including non-slip shoes) is recommended.
- Prerequisite: Up-to-date Vaccinations Negative Fecal & Negative Giardia Test - No previous training required
The "Long Jump" for Dogs. Goals of this course is designed to teach a dog and the handler to work together as a team, teaching the dog to jump the greatest distance into a pool. The handler throws a retrievable object into a 40' pool as the dog runs down a 40' dock, and leaps out as far as he/she can to have fun in this dog sport. No worries if your dog has never swam before we will help with swimming lessons. Our swim instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you may get wet so appropriate attire (non-slip shoes) is recommended.
Swimming & Intro to Dog Dock-Diving ("Big Air")
The goals of this class are to teach basic Dock-Diving skills, introducing your dog to the water and the dock, how to select a retrievable object, how to control your dog while on the dock, retrievable object throwing techniques, dock diving rules, etc.
- Prerequisite: Up-to-date vaccinations - Negative Fecal and Negative Giardia Test - Dog should be at least six (6) months of age - No previous training required
Dog Dock-Diving (Multi-Level)
The goals of this class is to help you improve upon "Big Air" techniques including handler skills, increasing drive, improving lift and distance, etc.
- Prerequisite: Up-to-date Vaccinations Negative Fecal & Negative Giardia Test - Dog should be at least six (6) months of age
- Skill Level: Dog must be able to currently jump off of the competition dock
Private Dog Dock-Diving Lessons or Swim Lessons
No experience necessary! All Skill Levels Welcome!
Our swim instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you will get wet so appropriate attire (non-slip shoes) is recommended.
$75/half hour - One Dog/One Handler
Independent Swim Session
$55/half hour - One Dog/One Handler
*Please Note: It is at the discretion of Alpha K9 U as to when you will be moved from a trainer-assisted session to an independent session; all dogs that have not worked with us previously are REQUIRED to do at least one trainer-assisted session for evaluation purposes.
Our swim instructors use positive techniques to ensure your dog enjoys the experience. Life jackets and treats are included and you will get wet so appropriate attire (non-slip shoes) is recommended.
- Prerequisite: Up-to-date vaccinations - Negative Fecal and Negative Giardia Test results - Dog should be at least six (6) months of age
$75/half hour - One Dog/One Handler
Independent Swim Session
$55/half hour - One Dog/One Handler
*Please Note: It is at the discretion of Alpha K9 U as to when you will be moved from a trainer-assisted session to an independent session; all dogs that have not worked with us previously are REQUIRED to do at least one trainer-assisted session for evaluation purposes.
K-9 Agility
Agility Introduction/Foundation I
Class consists of doing flat-work, using limited agility equipment and/or more simplified versions of the obstacles to teach handlers the proper way to handle the dog. There are several common obstacles that your dog will learn to navigate such a travel dog walk, jumps, tunnel or chute, ladder, see-saw (or teeter-totter), etc. We believe that a foundation sets the stage for a solid relationship with the dog that is critical to enjoying and succeeding in agility.
Agility Foundation II
Class consists of doing flat-work, using limited agility equipment and/or more simplified versions of the obstacles to teach handlers the proper way to handle the dog. There are several common obstacles that your dog will learn to navigate such a travel dog walk, jumps, tunnel or chute, ladder, see-saw (or teeter-totter), etc. We believe that a foundation sets the stage for a solid relationship with the dog that is critical to enjoying and succeeding in agility.
- Prerequisite: Up-to-date Vaccinations - Negative Fecal Float - Dog should be at least 10 months of age - No previous training required
Agility Foundation II
Registration
To request private sport training, private dock-diving sessions or to preregister for a sport group class, please get in touch with us at 317.284.1299 Extension 301.
It is vital to note that your registration is NOT complete, and a working/training spot is NOT RESERVED until Alpha K9 U has received the following:
It is vital to note that your registration is NOT complete, and a working/training spot is NOT RESERVED until Alpha K9 U has received the following:
- Documentation of Current Vaccinations
- Negative Fecal/Negative Giardia Test
What To Bring:
Swimming/Dock Diving Sports: 6-foot leash, a toy that floats, treats, and a towel.
Agility: 6-foot leash, crate, and treats.
No Retractable Leads (i.e. Flexi Leads)!
There are NO make-up classes available.
Swimming/Dock Diving Sports: 6-foot leash, a toy that floats, treats, and a towel.
Agility: 6-foot leash, crate, and treats.
No Retractable Leads (i.e. Flexi Leads)!
There are NO make-up classes available.
Friendly Reminder!
Our K-9 sports courses sizes are extremely limited so classes fill up quickly - Make sure to register ASAP to secure your spot!
Our K-9 sports courses sizes are extremely limited so classes fill up quickly - Make sure to register ASAP to secure your spot!
CONTACT INFORMATION
10201 Hague Road
Fishers, Indiana 46038
Direct: 317.284.1299
Fax: 317.284.1354
10201 Hague Road
Fishers, Indiana 46038
Direct: 317.284.1299
Fax: 317.284.1354
