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JCKC Training Building
2075 Jennemann Lane
Arnold, MO 63010

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Classes we are currently offering:

Class for the family dog	Classes for dogs competing for AKC Titles
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC	Beginner/Novice Conformation Class
How to Survive Your Puppy	Conformation - Ring Ready
Manners for the Family Dog	Junior Showmanship Class
AKC S.T.A.R Puppy	Rally-Obedience - Novice
	Rally-Obedience - Advance / Excellent
	Obedience Novice l
	Obedience Novice l Advanced
	Obedience Novice II
	Obedience Open
	Obedience Ring Ready

As some classes are limited to 10 students,
Please call 636-464-2324 before sending us your registration form
to make sure your class is not full.

Conformation Classes:

Showing your own dog? Learn and understand the basics. Our Conformation classes prepare both the handler and dog to compete successfully in the show ring at licensed dog shows. Handling is a process of trial and error and a lot of practice! A conformation class will allow you to work on proper stacking, gaiting and presentation of your dog in the show ring.

Our Conformation Classes are available to puppies through adults, as well as the junior handler who is interested in exhibiting their own dog in the breed ring as well as in Junior Showmanship competition.

Beginner / Novice Conformation - Then this class covers handling methods, the structure of the dog, AKC rules and regulation, how to dress for the ring, judges patterns. This class is a must for a beginner handler. Pre-registration is required. Registration is on a first come basis. Dogs must be at least 4 months of age to attend.
Required Equipment:
- Bait, choke chain or fabric choke with lead.
- Bring a copy of your breed standard to class.

Beginner / Novice Conformation Class
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Conformation Ring Ready Drop-In Class - Advanced class for experienced handlers who require a minimal amount of instruction. This class will be a faster pace and dogs will be moved through the examination and movement process more times per class.

Conformation Ring Ready- Drop-In Class
Dates	Tuesdays - Ongoing
Time	7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost	$10.00 per handler / 2 dog limit
Limits	Drop In
Instructor	Sandy Shaw
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Junior Showmanship training classes Also Called Junior Handler. Participation in Junior Showmanship is intended to encourage Juniors to learn how to care for and present different breeds. Junior Showmanship shall be judged solely on the ability and skill of the Juniors in handling their dogs as in the breed ring. The show qualities of the dogs will not be considered. Junior Handlers will not be required to exchange dogs. When choosing a dog for your Junior Handler to bring to class, remember that the judge must excuse a handler and dog from the ring if, in his opinion, the handler cannot properly control the dog. In this class the instructor will teach the juniors all the necessary skills for competing in AKC Junior Showmanship.

The regular Junior Showmanship Classes shall be:
(A) Novice: This shall be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who at the time entries close have not won three (3) first place awards, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show.
(B) Open This class shall be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show, and who have won three first place awards in a Novice Class in a licensed or member show, with competition present.
(C) Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Classes: Each of the regular classes may be divided by age into Junior, Intermediate and Senior Classes. A Junior Class shall be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show. The Intermediate Class shall be for boys and girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show. The Senior Class shall be for boys and girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show.

Notes: Children should dress appropriately to be running, kneeling on the floor etc, and to Wear Sneakers, no sandals or flip flops please. Bring the dog you will be showing or borrowing. Parents must attend the first session. Written Permission and Enrollment is due at this time. We hope to see you all there for some fun and learning experiences!

Parents need to attend first night of class.

Junior Showmanship training classes
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Obedience Classes:

NOVICE I
A beginners level Obedience Training class for those that would like to pick up where the "basic manners" left off, enhancing your dog's already advancing skills!. All exercises are done on lead. Some knowledge of heeling, sits and downs required. NO Beginner Dogs. In this class you will continue to work on:

- Attention
- Heel on lead
- Stand for examination
- Recall to front position
- Sit-stay (1 minute) and down-stay (3 minutes)

"Novice I" Obedience Class
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NOVICE I Advanced
Prerequisite-Manners or Novice l. This class is for those who have already had some exposure to basic obedience, but are not quite ready for Novice ll. Class will advance based on the progress of the students.

"Novice I Advanced" Obedience Class
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Instructor	Terri Mount
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NOVICE II
This class is geared towards those dogs, and their handlers, who are training to compete in American Kennel Club (AKC) obedience competition trials and wish to attain the first obedience title of COMPANION DOG (CD). In this class your dog will learn to:

- Heel off-lead, including the figure-8 pattern
- Stand for examination
- Recall and return to the Finish position
- Sit-stay in a group for 1 minute
- Down-stay in a group for 3 minutes

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OPEN
All open level exercises in accordance with AKC regulations will be taught. This class is for those dogs that are working in competition obedience towards their advanced titles. In this class your dog will learn to:

- Drop on recall
- Retrieving dumbbell
- High jump
- Broad jump
- Heel off-lead, including the figure-8 pattern
- Sit-stay in a group for 3 minute, with handler out of sight
- Down-stay in a group for 5 minutes, with handler out of sight

"Open" Obedience Class
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Obedience Ring Ready:

So you and your dog have gone through all the training classes, and you look pretty good. You are ready to enter your first obedience trials. But how? What do you take? What little handler errors could cost you points or even a qualification? And how do you polish your performance to get those high scores for placements? These and other question will be discussed in this class taught by a veteran obedience competitor.

This sessions will cover the Novice Level Obedience.

Obedience Ring Ready Class
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AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. Your dog does not have to be purebred or AKC registered to qualify for the AKC CGC Certificate.

CGC training will enhance the bond between you and your dog. Dogs who have a solid obedience education are a joy to live with-they respond well to household routines, have good manners in the presence of people and other dogs, and they fully enjoy the company of the owner who took the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation, and a high quality life.

Canine Good Citizen Class
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Canine Good Citizen with an emphasis on Animal Assisted Therapy

This Canine Good Citizen will be including equipment such as walkers and wheelchairs, plus additional attention to "greeting a friendly stranger" in a more controlled manner.
Anyone is welcome to take the class even if they do not intend to do therapy visits. Class requirements: dog age over 12 months under 10 years Must have successfully completed a minimum of one obedience class.
No previous history of dog or people aggression Evidence of current vaccinations must be provided (Rabies, DHPP & Bordetella plus negative fecal results)

Canine Good Citizen Class / Animal Assisted Therapy
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy

Socialization Training Activity Responsibility
The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting new program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program is an incentive program for loving dog owners who have taken the time to take their puppies through a basic training class.

This class will teach you how to best communicate with your puppy and provide an opportunity for your dog to socialize with other dogs. You will also be able to get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including housetraining, chewing, and most effective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy training is the natural lead in to the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program.

ALL dogs are welcome to participate in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program including purebreds and mixed breeds. For additional information about this program, download the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Brochure or go to the AKC's website at: http://www.akc.org/starpuppy

S.T.A.R Puppy Class
Start Date	Mondays - Class starts August 2nd, 2010
Time	6:30 PM 7:30 PM
Cost	6 weeks / $75.00 non-members $65.00 JCKC members
Limit	Limited to 10 students Please call 636-464-2324 before sending us your registration form
Instructor	JoAnn Hankemeyer & Chris Curtis
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Star Puppy Class Graduates from our last class.

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Rally-Obedience

The latest craze in dog obedience, a dog and handler team run through a "Rally-O" course made up of between ten and twenty different "stations". Signs posted at each station indicate what the team is required to do - the signs will instruct teams to go fast or slow, to halt (dog must sit at heel), to make turns and circles, to reverse direction, to do a sit-stay-recall, or other basic obedience exercises. Rally is a great way to have a different adventure with your dog each and every time, since each Rally course will be unique and exciting! Novice, Advance, and Excellent level Classes will be offered throughout the year.

Novice: For the very beginner. The person just starting out in Rally Obedience. Recommended that your dog knows the basic obedience commands such as Sit, Down, Heel, Come.

Supplies needed for class include:

- 4 or 6 ft leash (leather strongly encouraged)
- Treats
- Kennel (to keep dog in so you can walk the courses)

"Novice" Rally Obedience Class
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Advance/Excellent: For the person who has experience and/or the novice level title.

"Advance/Excellent" Rally Obedience Class
Dates	Thursdays - Class starts August 5th, 2010
Time	7:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Cost	6 weeks / $75.00 non-members $65.00 JCKC members
Limit	Limited to 6 students Please call 636-464-2324 before sending us your registration form
Instructors	Sandy Shaw
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How to Survive Your Puppy

This is a 6 week class designed for owners of puppies between 9 weeks and 5 months of age. This class will help the family survive the trials of puppyhood including nipping, chewing, mouthing digging, housetraining and jumping. Beginning manners such as sit, down, walk nicely on a leash and coming when called will be taught. There will be controlled socialization activities as well as confidence building, games and tricks. Basic canine care such as daily grooming, feeding and exercise will also be addressed.

While the entire family is encouraged to attend, one responsible person must be the puppy’s leader during the entire class. It is strongly encouraged that there be one adult per child. Disruptive children will be asked to leave.

Supplies needed for class include:

- 4 or 6 ft leash (leather strongly encouraged) NO chain leads or flexi leads
- Flat buckle or quick-clip collar
- Treats
- Toy or Ball
- Brush or Comb

How to Survive Your Puppy Class
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Manners for the Family Dog

Have fun as you help your dog to become an enjoyable member of your family! Teach your dog "manners" and basic obedience skills for a happier dog and family! Training will involve only positive methods. Positive training equals positive results.

Manners for the Family Dog Class
Dates	Tuesdays, Class starts August 10th, 2010
Time	6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Cost	6 weeks / $75.00 non-members $65.00 JCKC members
Limit	Limited to 10 students Please call 636-464-2324 before sending us your registration form
Instructor	Terri Mount
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Manners for the Family Dog Class
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Drop-In Obedience Practice

Open Practice Nights at JCKC's New Location

Come train your dog with plenty of distractions! Yes, our new home is kind of noisy. And the ring is not regulation width. But we're air conditioned(!) and someone will be there to provide distractions if desired, call some heeling, and even put out articles.

Drop In Obedience Practice
Dates	Wednesday evenings - August and September* (*No practices on August 25 & September 22, JCKC's meeting nights)
Time	Utility 6:30 - 8 pm Open 8 - 9:30 pm Novice dogs welcome any time
Cost	$5.00 per dog
Limit	No limit
Instructor	Judy Menown
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Call our club phone line for any questions on classes or club information

Club Phone Line: (636) 464-2324

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