Dog Obedience Training at the Parks
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Dog Training - Quiet Waters & T.Y. Parks |
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Dog Training - Central Broward Regional Park |
Oh Behave Dog Training
Training Hounds with Music Sounds will be offered by 
Oh Behave Dog Training. Please check the Oh Behave website for times. Imagine teaching your dog basic commands sit, down, come, stay, and heel to the beat of your favorite tunes from the 80’s and theme songs from your favorite movies and TV shows. We will address problem behaviors like jumping up, leash pulling, and play biting. Our positive, reward based program is a great bonding experience for you and your dog in the lovely shady setting at Plantation Heritage Park. Join us on Saturday mornings for more fun than humans should be allowed! Class times, required registration forms, and more information are available at Oh Behave.
Oh Behave Group Lessons (PDF–225 KB) cost $110 per dog and there must be at least one adult handler per dog. The $110 fee does not include the park entrance fee of $1.50 per person per lesson. The dog student must be at least 5 months of age and have a current Broward County Rabies tag. No aggressive dogs please.
What to bring on the first day of class: the dog student, a nylon buckle collar, a six foot leash (no retractable leashes), and a bag of favorite treats cut or broken into small pieces. We will meet in the parking lot by the park management office. Registration is required. Registration form (PDF -80KB).
About Dawn Hanna: Dawn is the President of Oh Behave, offering dog obedience and behavior modification for dogs of all ages and breeds. She has successfully trained many breeds of dogs ranging from an 8 pound Rat Terrier to a 120 pound Great Dane. She is a graduate of Tar Heel Canine Training School in North Carolina. Well versed in dog behavior, Dawn has implemented programs to treat aggression, shyness, and hyperactivity in dogs. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and a Certified Pet Dog Trainer. Dawn's training methods are based on motivational principles. Her goal is to motivate the dog to learn and perform, to build confidence in both the dog and the handler through success with humane consistent interactive training. Her knowledge in dog behavior allows her to shape the dog's behavior and enlist their willing participation in the training process.
Dawn posts a monthly Oh Behave Newsletter on her website. Check it out!
If you have any questions you may call 954-587-2711 or email Dawn.
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Tradewinds Park (Coconut Creek) offers Dog Training Classes on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. (New program starts every 7th week). The cost is $150 for the full program. In addition, there is now an Advanced Canine Obedience Class on Tuesday nights from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. (location in the park may vary depending on the weather).
Preregistration is required. Call 954-791-2717 prior to registration to ensure that a group class is appropriate and will meet your expectations. Registration and class information may be faxed or mailed to you or information regarding the class and downloadable forms can also be found at adogsbestfriend.com. Dogs must be 4 months old and young handlers should be accompanied by adult.
A Tim Mullally: CPDT Tim Mullally has been training dogs and owners for 25 years and is the president of A Dog's Best Friend, Inc., a full service dog training company in South Florida. He has been a past Instructor for the Animal Fancier's Club in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, and Training Director at the Animal Refuge Center in Ft. Myers, FL. There he designed a program and protocol for safety, puppy development, aggressive dogs, training and socialization. He has also been the Training Director of the Good Dog Training Program for the Collier County Humane Society. He is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT), Certification Counsel of Pet Dog Trainers and Certified Behaviorist, Purdue University; Member, Association of Pet Dog Trainers; Director of Education at Bark Park at Snyder Park, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Planning Committee, Bark Park at Snyder Park, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Happy Tails Park, Plantation, FL; and Innopet Park, Coral Springs, FL (Dog Parks).
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Wouldn’t it be great to have a well-mannered dog you can take anywhere?
Learn the basic doggie manners and obedience commands your dog needs to be a welcomed companion. He will learn to be calm and focused around people and other dogs. You will learn how to apply the basics, such as sit, down, stay, leave it, and wait to replace unwanted behavior with desirable behavior.
Does your dog drag you down the street and not come when you call him?
Basic training class teaches him to walk nicely on a leash and come quickly to you when called. (The goal is to come and sit in three seconds by graduation).
Positive training methods focus on what your dog is doing right. Your dog is taught and rewarded for desirable behavior, increasing his likelihood to repeat it. Positive training is not punishment-based. No choke chains, prong collars, shock collars or leash corrections are ever used. The result is a dog who obeys with enthusiasm, not fear.
PlayTrain offers the following classes at Markham Park:
Basic Positive Training: Saturdays 9 a.m.
The cost for the six-week class is $150. Dogs should be 5 months and older, handlers 16 and older. Proof of vaccination is required. Call 954-349-5969 to pre-register.
Canine Good Citizen: Saturdays 10 a.m.
The ten items necessary to pass the Canine Good Citizen test will be taught, and the test administered on the last class. See www.akc.org for more information on the test. The cost for the six-week class is $150. Call 954-349-5969 to pre-register.
Rally Obedience: Saturdays 8 a.m.
Rally is a team sport that focuses on fun and positive interaction between dog and handler. You and your dog navigate a numbered course performing obedience exercises. A great way to bond with your dog! The cost for the six-week class is $95. (This is an advanced class- basic and CGC are recommended first) Call 
Christine at 954-326-0796 to pre-register.
Susan Claire is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Susan began her training career 16 years ago in traditional choke-chain training. She switched to positive training 10 years ago and hasn’t looked back. She is a Senior Trainer at the Humane Society of Broward County and Curriculum Writer and Developer for their Doggie B Good and Puppy Pre-School programs. In 2003, she received the Premier/ASPCA Shelter Work Award. Susan is a Therapy Dog Evaluator and a CGC evaluator. For more information go to http://www.playtraindog.com/
All Breed Dog Training, aka Command Dog Training, Inc., offers a 6-week Basic Obedience Beginner Class for $90 starting the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Advanced Obedience (Drill) and Conformation (Show Training) classes are $7 per dog per class, also at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the classes please call Sunview Park at 954-791-1040 or Marge at 954-587-7016. Visit the website for additional information and pictures of all the classes in action.
Training classes are held indoors, rain or shine. Please bring your dog on the first night and arrive about 20 minutes early to complete the application form. Cash or checks (made out to the Board of County Commissioners) are accepted. Children are welcome to participate in the training if they are age 12 or older. Other members of the family are also encouraged to participate. The dogs are to be at least 5 months of age and must be current on all vaccinations. Prospective students are welcome to observe a class before signing up for the training course.
Equipment needed is one of the following: a proper fitting chain or nylon correction collar or pinch collar. Also a 6-foot leather, cotton, or nylon leash. No retractable leashes, clickers or treats are used during class.
Our team consists of five dedicated instructors that have been offering the group classes since 1976, joining Broward County Parks in 1986. Here's a brief introduction to the four instructors at Sunview Park:
Debbie Bates has participated in the world of dog training since childhood, showing and training in Junior Showmanship at the age of 8 years. Having worked with several thousand dogs since 1980, she is comfortable with all breeds. Her goal in teaching the last few lessons of every beginner class is to get both dogs and handlers ready for the advanced classes.
Gretchen Brown has been teaching our Conformation handling class since 1990 and handles professionally. She was the training director for the Ft. Lauderdale Dog Club and is also a member of the American Belgian Tervuren Club and the Gold Coast United Dog Club. She believes dogs of all breeds benefit from early socialization and training and also welcomes young mixed breed puppies into her class.
Linda Day conducts the Advanced Obedience classes. She trained her first dog at the age of 10 under a trainer who trained dogs for the Army. She held many positions for more than 20 years with the Ft. Lauderdale Dog Club and the German Shepherd Dog Club of Ft. Lauderdale. Linda has a vast knowledge of the differences in breed temperaments. She is a firm believer that a pet is a till-death-do-we-part endeavor and will work tirelessly to make the owner and dog a happy-with-each-other team.
Marge Miller has been teaching group classes since 1970 with both the Ft. Lauderdale Dog Club and the German Shepherd Dog Club of Ft. Lauderdale. At the same time she was conducting private in-home training as President of Command Dog Training, Inc. Marge's approach in teaching the first half of every Beginner Obedience class is based on communicating a natural method of training and behavior modification, with methods that have been used for generations.
Also at Sunview Park...
American I Dogs www.americanidogs.com
Phone: 954-829-3274
Fax: 954-322-8764
e-mail: info@americanidogs.com
Classes are held on Monday and Tuesdays (except holidays).
Monday classes -- Times 7 to 9 p.m.
- Canine Musical Freestyle Level One (8 week program). Cost $99.
- Canine Musical Freestyle Level Two (8 week program). Cost $109.
- Canine Musical Freestyle Level Three (8 week program). Cost $109.
Tuesday classes -- Times 7 to 9 p.m.
- Clicker Training (5 week program). Cost $79.
- Trick Classes (6 week program). Cost $89.
All Breed Dog Training, aka Command Dog Training, Inc., offers a 6-week Basic Obedience Beginner Class for $90 starting the first Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Advanced Obedience classes are $7 per dog per class at 8:15 p.m. For more information on the classes please call Tree Tops Park at 954-370-3750 or Marge at 954-587-7016. We invite you to visit the website for additional information and pictures of all the classes in action.
Training classes are held indoors, rain or shine. Please bring your dog on the first night and arrive about 20 minutes early to complete the application form. Cash or checks (made out to the Board of County Commissioners) are accepted. Children are welcome to participate in the training if they are age 12 or older. Other members of the family are also encouraged to participate. The dogs are to be at least 5 months of age and must be current on all vaccinations. Prospective students are welcome to observe a class before signing up for the training course.
Equipment needed is one of the following: a proper fitting chain or nylon correction collar or pinch collar. Also a 6-foot leather, cotton, or nylon leash. No retractable leashes, clickers or treats are used during class.
Our team consists of five dedicated instructors that have been offering the group classes since 1976, joining Broward County Parks in 1986. Here's a brief introduction to the three instructors at Tree Tops:
Debbie Bates (also teaches at Sunview) has participated in the world of dog training since childhood, showing and training in Junior Showmanship at the age of 8 years. Having worked with several thousand dogs since 1980, she is comfortable with all breeds. Her goal in teaching the last few lessons of every beginner class is to get both dogs and handlers ready for the advanced classes.
Maria Brooks-Biddle has instructed the advanced obedience group class at Tree Tops Park for the past 20 years. She is also President of Abraxus Dog Training which she incorporated over 20 years ago, specializing in private beginner and advanced training. With a long history in obedience competition she has owned and trained many titled dogs. Maria has produced numerous videos on obedience training and other dog related subjects as well as publishing articles in many canine magazines. She earned a B.A. degree in Behavioral Science and Education from the University of Massachusetts.
Marge Miller (also teaches at Sunview) has been teaching group classes since 1970 with both the Ft. Lauderdale Dog Club and the German Shepherd Dog Club of Ft. Lauderdale. At the same time she was conducting private in-home training as President of Command Dog Training, Inc. Marge's approach in teaching the first half of every Beginner Obedience class is based on communicating a natural method of training and behavior modification, with methods that have been used for generations.
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Teach Your K-9 To Turn On The Charm!
New classes every five weeks!
New Basic Obedience 5 week class at Quiet Waters Park Starts Saturday December 5
Time: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cost: $125
For more information and to register contact Clare at email: info@k9charmschool.com or phone 954-292-6894.
Classes now offered at T.Y. Park!
Ages 5 months and older - Saturdays at Quiet Waters. Sundays at T.Y. Park. Call 954-292-6894 to ask when the next class starts.
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Improve attention
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Practice K-9 manners
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Learn the basics: (Sit, Down, Come, Stay & Leash Walking)
Limited space. Registration required. Information at info@k9charmschool.com
About the instructor:
American I Dogs www.americanidogs.com
Phone: 954-829-3274
Fax: 954-322-8764
e-mail: info@americanidogs.com
Classes are held on Wednesdays (except holidays) at Central Broward Regional Park.
American I Dogs Academy Obedience Classes - Level One & Two (8 week programs) are held from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost is $109 for the 8-week program.
American I Dogs also has classes on Monday and Tuesday nights at Sunview Park.
Contact Us
For more information, call the Parks Animal Care Specialist at 954-938-0617,
or e-mail parkpaws@broward.org.
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