Other Classes
Other Classes:
- CARE Seminars An in-depth look at common behavior problems and/or items of interest to pet lovers.
Classes are approximately 1-2 hours long and occur every other month. - PeeWee Play Small dog play group and socialization.
Supervised play time for dogs 20 lbs and under. - Dog Walking Class Some basic tips for walking safely with your dog.
Lecture and demo takes approximately 1 hour and occurs about once a month.
CARE Seminars
An in-depth look at common behavior problems and/or items of interest to pet lovers. CARE Seminars occur every other month and are free of charge.
Coming up In June:
Exploring Alternatives: Animal Communication, Reiki Healing and Flower Essences for your pet.
Date: Sunday, June 22nd - 6:00-8:00pm
Location: MVHS
Curious about some of the alternative and holistic approaches available today? Do you ever wonder what your animal is thinking or feeling? Dawn Huebnew is a professional animal communicator and will explain what animal communication is all about, how it works and its benefits. JoAnn Swedock, an Animal Reiki Master, will be presenting on Animal Reiki and Flower Essences, holistic energy healing for your pet. Join us for a discussion on ways to improve and strengthen your relationship with your companion animals.
NOTE CARE Seminars last approximately 1-2 hours. Seminars are for people only - bring your questions, not your pet. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Reservations are necessary. Please email KateA@MVHSpets.org or call (952) 894-5000 ex.30 to register.
PeeWee Play
Dogs are very social animal and PeeWee Play makes it possible for your small breed dog to romp and wrestle with someone his/her own size. PeeWee Play is an off leash, supervised play session for small and mini breed dogs 20 lbs and under. This is not a training class, but a play group with our Canine U trainers on site to supervise and insure appropriate interactions. No reservations or enrollment required - just bring your vet records the first time you come.
RULES:
- Dogs and puppies must be 20lbs and under.
- Shy and semi fearful dogs are welcome – please do not bring dogs that are aggressive towards other dogs.
- Dogs must be current on all vaccinations. On your first visit we’ll need to see proof of Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella and sterilization (see below).
- Unspayed/unneutered puppies are welcome up to 10 months of age, older puppies and dogs must show written proof of spay or neuter from your Veterinarian. Females in heat CANNOT participate.
- One dog per adult, no children under 6 years old. For both the children’s safety as well as the safety of the dogs children must remain seated with the parent or legal guardian at all times. There is no screaming, playing, or running during the PeeWee Play session. It is advisable and in some instances required to have one adult to watch the dog during play and one adult to watch the child during the play session. If children are unable to comply, for the quality of the experience of the group as a whole, they will not be able to attend future sessions.
- Sign a Canine U liability waiver when you attend for the first time.
- Owners are responsible for their dogs actions at all times, please keep an eye on your dog during the play session. The Trainer may ask you to interrupt your dog's play temporarily at any time for play that is deemed too rough by the Trainer, mounting, or not behaving nicely.
NEW TIME: Sundays from 6:30-7:15pm
Location: MVHS
Cost: $5
Dog Walking Class
Does your arm hurt after a walk? Worried about your puppy tripping you up as you try to get around the block? Join us for an introduction to safely and effectively walking your pooch. This free class is open to anyone - but it is a seminar for people only, so please leave your pets at home. A short lecture provides insights into understanding how dogs learn and a very basic guide to changing behavior. Then a demonstration will help you understand how to make the techniques really work. Although there will be time for questions and answers, please be aware this class is not designed to deal with all your training needs – rather to give you some pointers on making walks safe and fun.
Upcoming classes:
Tuesday, June 3rd - 6:30pm. Location: MVHS
Thursday, July 3rd - 7:45pm. Location: MVHS
This class lasts about an hour and donations are encouraged but not required. If you would like to attend, please email or call Kate Anders at KateA@MVHSpets.org or call (952) 894-5000 ex.30.
