


Achieve Obedience Academy
Life is better with a well trained dog

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COVID-19/CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 3/14/20
Due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and Coronavirus in North Carolina and within our training areas we are suspending all operations until further notice in an effort to halt the spread of this virus throughout our community.
If you are an active, current client and require support please text your trainer to set up a teleconference lesson.
We hope to resume operations in April.
Stay safe!
Stay safe!

Training Theory 101
A beginner's guide to behavior modification
Training Theory 101 is a great dog-free course for the new trainer or one looking to better understand the different methods and tools used in behavior modification with dogs. This course is approximately 2 hours long and is in a classroom setting. Subjects include the four quadrants of reinforcement, training mechanics, tool demonstration and a quick guide to canine behavior and communication. Cost is $65 per person.
The next date for this seminar is Feb 28th at 7PM

Introduction to Service Dogs
Everything you need to know about service dogs and the ADA
Our most popular lecture! This course is a one day workshop available to anyone interested in learning more about Service Dogs. We will walk you through the training, requirements and ethical handling of service dogs, as well as local and federal laws pertaining to service dogs and their handlers. We will also include a section on business owners' rights. This course is mandatory for anyone interested in any of our service dog training courses. The cost is $35 per person, with discounts available to business owners who would like to send their employees for training.
The next date for this seminar is February 29th at 5pm in Mocksville NC

CGC/ CGC-A and AKC TRICK DOG Testing
Titling available
Several times a year we offer a large CGC/CGC-A test open to the public. You do not need to have taken any of our classes to test. Testing cost is $25 per dog. Please email us to let us know you are coming so we have an accurate head count.
The next date for our public testing February 29th at Tractor Supply in Mocksville, NC at 6:30 PM

AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class
Group puppy classes
This course follows the AKC STAR puppy guide and concludes with the AKC STAR puppy test, a precursor to the AKC CGC test. Your dog does not have to be AKC registered to enroll in this course or to take the test. Puppies must be between 12-18 weeks of age and must have a current rabies vaccines. 3 puppy series shots are recommended, two are required. Flat collars and leashes are required. Please contact us for more information or to enroll. The cost is $150 per puppy and will include a grab bag of puppy gear!
We are currently enrolling for puppy classes to occur on SATURDAY EVENINGS beginning March 14th. Classes will be held at Tractor Supply in Mocksville, NC at 6pm. Message for more information.

AKC CGC BASIC OBEDIENCE
For dogs 6 months and older
This is a group CGC oriented basic obedience course including 8 lessons. This will cover Sit, Down, Stay, Recall, Loose Leash Walking, Target, Leave it and basic learning theory/training methodology. A free CGC test is included in this class. Class is $250 per dog and includes training gear!
We are currently enrolling for Basic Obedience/CGC Classes to be held on SATURDAY evenings, 7pm at Tractor Supply in Mocksville, beginning March 14th. Send us an email for more information.