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Merrimac Dog Training Club



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AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Members Only)

$120

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar May 15, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites: Dog should have a reasonable heel. Teams should be familiar with all signs for the class they are working on. 

Full Course
AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Non-Member)
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AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Run-Through (JSh) (Non-Member)

$122

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar May 15, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites: Dog should have a reasonable heel. Teams should be familiar with all signs for the class they are working on. 

AKC Competitive Obedience - Introduction to Beginner Novice Instructional (TO) (Members Only)
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AKC Competitive Obedience - Introduction to Beginner Novice Instructional (TO) (Members Only)

$120

with Tami O'Connell

This class is for dogs new to Competitive Obedience that have completed  Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Obedience (for companion dogs). Instructional class covering rules and regulations, ring procedures, and a critiqued run thru of each dog. Dogs must have a reliable recall and heel.

Prerequisites: Dogs should be working on off lead heeling and recall. Dogs MUST have completed Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Obedience, or by permission of the instructor or Training Director before you sign up for class.

AKC Competitive Obedience - Introduction to Beginner Novice Instructional (TO) (Non-Member)
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AKC Competitive Obedience - Introduction to Beginner Novice Instructional (TO) (Non-Member)

$122

with Tami O'Connell

This class is for dogs new to Competitive Obedience that have completed  Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Obedience (for companion dogs). Instructional class covering rules and regulations, ring procedures, and a critiqued run thru of each dog. Dogs must have a reliable recall and heel.

Prerequisites: Dogs should be working on off lead heeling and recall. Dogs MUST have completed Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Obedience, or by permission of the instructor or Training Director before you sign up for class.

Puppy Obedience (TO) (Members Only)
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Puppy Obedience (TO) (Members Only)

$120

with Tami O'Connell

Calendar May 15, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is for puppies 3-11 months old. This class will focus on the foundations of dog training for puppies as well as providing proper socialization for your young pups. We'll also cover teaching handlers the best methods and practices for communicating with your puppy.

Note: Handlers are required to bring the puppy's current vaccination records to the first class. All puppies MUST have received at least the 2nd round of DHPP (distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) before attending the 1st class. Rabies vaccination is MANDATORY for all puppies 16 weeks or older per Virginia State Law. Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Giardia vaccinations are not required to attend class. Please consult your licensed Veterinarian for additional questions or concerns.

 

Puppy Obedience (TO) (Non-Member)

$122

with Tami O'Connell

Calendar May 15, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is for puppies 3-11 months old. This class will focus on the foundations of dog training for puppies as well as providing proper socialization for your young pups. We'll also cover teaching handlers the best methods and practices for communicating with your puppy.

Note: Handlers are required to bring the puppy's current vaccination records to the first class. All puppies MUST have received at least the 2nd round of DHPP (distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) before attending the 1st class. Rabies vaccination is MANDATORY for all puppies 16 weeks or older per Virginia State Law. Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Giardia vaccinations are not required to attend class. Please consult your licensed Veterinarian for additional questions or concerns.

 

Full Course

AKC Rally - Getting Ready for AKC Rally Competition - Adv/Int/Exc (SP) (Members Only)

$120

with Sandra Platt

Calendar May 19, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Practice Advanced/Intermediate/Excellent courses  Performances will be critiqued to aid in practice. Directed practice with individual signs available. Note: Students expected to help in course setup and take down. 

Prerequisites: Handler and dog must be familiar with Advanced (this includes Intermediate) exercises AND have earned at least a Rally Novice title. Exceptions only with permission of Instructor. 

Full Course
AKC Rally - Getting Ready for AKC Rally Competition - Adv/Int/Exc (SP) (Non-Member)
Online Registration Unavailable

AKC Rally - Getting Ready for AKC Rally Competition - Adv/Int/Exc (SP) (Non-Member)

$122

with Sandra Platt

Calendar May 19, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Practice Advanced/Intermediate/Excellent courses  Performances will be critiqued to aid in practice. Directed practice with individual signs available. Note: Students expected to help in course setup and take down. 

Prerequisites: Handler and dog must be familiar with Advanced (this includes Intermediate) exercises AND have earned at least a Rally Novice title. Exceptions only with permission of Instructor. 





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