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This course is specifically designed to teach handlers how to manage and treat dogs that are aggressive to other dogs while on-leash. This class is not appropriate for dogs who only exhibit aggression toward other dogs while off-leash, or who exhibit aggression toward people. Handlers will practice and be coached on strategies to manage their reactive dogs. All family members are encouraged to attend.
Frequency & Duration: 1 hour per week for 5 weeks (Note: The first class is a humans-only orientation. Please leave your dog at home, but bring proof of his/her rabies vaccination.)
Class includes: Handbook and Certificate of Completion
Fees: $250 for a 5 week series
Class capacity: 6
Location: 243 Alabama Street
Instructors: Kim & Erika
Course prerequisites: Pre-screening is necessary before acceptance to this class. In order to help us determine whether you and your canine companion will benefit from this class, please fill out and submit the "Reactive Rover Questionnaire," which will then be reviewed by the course trainer. If you have not heard from us within one week of submitting your questionnaire, please call 415-522-3509 to ensure that we have received it. Download our "Reactive Rover Questionnaire" and fax to (415) 554-3017.
Upcoming classes:
If you wish to register for class, please fill out and send us your Reactive Rover Questionnaire (PDF, 22 KB).