#12 Pooch PETIQUETTE

Here's a terrific way to further bond with your new or existing pet/s! PETIQUETTE - training classes that involve both physical and mental exercise.  You and your pet will receive one-on-one interaction with a teacher who provides appropriate guidance and a supervisor who ensures safety.

There are two classes in PETIQUETTE:
Petiquette 1 offers basic training tips and dog socialization techniques. Your dog will learn how to "heel", "stay", "sit", "watch me" and "settle". Also, in the class, your dog will learn how to "wait", "take it" and "down".

Petiquette 2 will prepare you and your dog for AKC, (American Kennel Club) and CGC (Canine Good Citizen) evaluations. Your dog will also learn "come", "leave it" and brush up on "stay" and further advance skills learned in Petiquette 1.

All classes are held in the training room at the Helping Hands Humane Shelter at 21st and Belle. The classes have become so popular that 8 classes are now offered each week both weeknights and weekends. To choose the class that best suits your schedule, just call the shelter at 785-233-7325 or log on to www.hhhstopeka.org.

Amy Ogleby is in charge of PETIQUETTE and works alongside Becky Wessel in Agility Training. For a brief interview with HHHS Director of Training and Eduction, Amy Ogleby (pictured here), please listen to the podcast on this blog.