CURRENT CLASSES

Tuedays
On-Going
--Conformation Handling
--$5 per dog
--Time: 7:00 pm
--Pup'N'Iron
--Instructors:
Debbie Hicks (752-1581)
Meejin Pike

Wednesdays
Starting Sep 14, 2011
--Companion Dog Training (6 mos and older)
--Class limit 12 dogs 
--6 weeks $70
--Time: 6:30 pm
--Fairgrounds Gate 2
--Instructor: Nancy Walker

Starting Sep 14, 2011
--Rally Obedience
--Class limit 10 dogs
--6 weeks $70
--Time: 6:30 pm
--Fairgrounds Gate 2
--Instructor: Brandy Clymire

Starting Sep 14, 2011
--Beginner/Intermediate Agility
--Class limit 10 dogs
--6 weeks $70
--Time: 6:30 pm
--Fairgrounds Gate 2
--Instructor: Gary Herman

Starting Sep 14, 2011
--Puppy Kindergarten (under 6 mos)
--Class limit 10 puppies
-- 6 weeks $50
--Time: 6:30 pm
--Fairgrounds Gate 2
--Instructor: Judy Kyle

Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Testing
-- Fee$20
-- Limit 10 dogs
--Date and Time TBA

MAPS

Registration Help

Fill out and send to the address on the form to secure a position in the class. Classes usually fill up fast. agility and Obedience classes limited to 8-10 dogs. For additional help on registration or further information call Marge at 373-3364

CLASS OFFERINGS

GFKC offers classes in Dog Obedience, Rally, Agility, Puppy Kindergarten and Conformation Handling/Socialization. These classes are open to non-members as well as members. Members, however, can enjoy a price break for the cost of classes. Our classes are held mainly in the Spring, Summer and Fall. Some of the classes require that you pre-register. Copies of the registration form are provided at the appropriate links on this page.

Click here for individual class descriptions.

OVERVIEW

PRICES
Agility and Obedience - Class Fee is $70 for non-members, $45 for members 
Puppy Kindergarten - $25 for members, $50 for non-members
Conformation Handling - members and non-members: $5 per dog
Call Debby Hicks (540-752-1581) or Meejin Pike (571-278-4982) for Handling Class questions.

DURATION
Agility, Obedience & Puppy Kindergarten - 1 hour classes run for 6 weeks

Puppy Kindergarten Rules
Puppies must have had two vaccinations and veterinarians verbal permission. Puppies must be under 6 months of age. Bring puppy on a buckle collar and a 4 or 6 foot leather, cloth or nylon lead. You should also bring tiny food treats, i.e. string cheese sliced in to thin slices, and placed in a zip lock bag. Be sure your puppy has not eaten within two hours before class and bring water for you and your puppy as well as clean up bags. Exercise your puppy before you leave home and before coming into the building.

Agility Class Rules
Bring...a happy, healthy dog, water and bowl, a short tab lead, a 6-foot lead, lots of the doggy's favorite treats, a favorite toy, plastic baggies for picking up accidents, a buckle or snap collar (NO CHOKES OR PRONGS).
Students are responsible for:

• Having dog exercised and warmed up before class begins (this means come early)
• Keeping dog on lead and under control at all times
• Keeping dog's nails as short as possible
• Dog's attention needs to stay on handler and not on other dogs
• Dog may NOT relieve themselves on the training field or equipmen
• Dogs are not allowed on the field or equipment without instructor supervision
• Dog should know basic obedience commands, including COME, SIT, DOWN, STAY
• Dog must work well on lead
• Handler must have control when working off lead
• Handler/dog teams shall remain constant throughout the session
• Classes are held rain or shine
• Pets shall be flea and tick free (Preventive or spray is recommended
• No aggressive dogs or bitches in season
• Bathroom facilities are available
• No smoking or alcohol within the agility area

You need to bring a copy of your dog's current Rabies certificate and your dog should be up to date on other vaccinations. Puppies need to have had at least 2 vaccinations and the permission of the their veterinarian to attend Puppy Kindergarten (6 months and under).

GFKC MEMBERS ONLY

If you are a current GFKC member (i.e., your dues are up to date) you should have access to the Club Member Area. If you cannot access the Member Area, please contact the Webmaster.