General Class Information
         
Group classes consist of 6 lessons on the same day of 6 successive weeks (holiday weeks excepted).  Generally, four class types are held each six-week session although this may vary due to facility limitations.  The four class types are:
  - Puppy Kindergarten (7-16 weeks of age)
  - Teen Puppy (5-11 months of age) 
  - Good Dog  (one year and older)
  - Petite Pooch (20 lb. and under & one year and older)

Click here to see the location, dates and cost for upcoming group classes..

Puppy Kindergarten Agenda          
- Basic Manners (sit, down, stay, stand, greet people politely, pay attention, drop it, recall)           
- Socialization         
- Leash Training         
- Problem Solving (house training, barking, digging, jumping, mouthing, chewing, pulling on leash)         
- Special Technique to calm your puppy         
- Crate Training         
- Handling         
- Impulse Control

Teen Puppy Agenda
- Basic Manners-sit, down, stay, stand, greet people politely, pay attention, drop it, recall
- Mouthing and Chewing
- Socialization
- Establishing a bond with your puppy as they go through adolescence
- Problem solving (counter-surfing, barking, digging, jumping, chewing)
- Importance of Exercise       
- Impulse Control  
- Leash Training (stop the pulling)
   
Good Dog & Petite Pooch Agendas     
- Basic Manners (sit, down, stay, stand, greet people politely, pay attention, drop it, recall)       
- Understanding your dog's body language and how to effectively communicate with your dog       
- Problem Solving (counter-surfing, furniture climbing, resource guarding, digging, jumping)       
- Leash Training (stop the pulling)       
- Socialization       
- Importance of Exercise       
- Impulse Control       


For directions to group classes, click on Mapquest or Google.  For weather conditions click on Local Weather.

Private lessons in your home are also available.  To schedule a private lesson and/or to get information about any of our classes contact Fran by one of the following:

Home: (585)388-7482
Cell:    (585)752-9398       
                            e-mail: pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com
Upcoming Spring 2012 Classes


Pittsford Group Class Information

Classes will be held at:Town of Pittsford
  Department of Recreation
  35 Lincoln Avenue
  Pittsford, NY
  (585) 248-6280

Class Fee For All Classes:$90 (Pittsford residents); $95  (non-residents)


Class Schedules:  Saturday mornings, April 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2, 9 and 16 (no classes May 26)

Class Duration:      60 minutes

Times:       9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Puppy Kindergarten (7 - 16 weeks of age) 
  11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Teen Puppy (5 - 11 months of age)             

Place:Spiegel Center, Room 101

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Class Schedule:  Sunday afternoons, April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3, 10 and 17 (no classes May 27)

Class Duration:  60 minutes

Time:     1:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Good Dog (one year and older)

Place:  Spiegel Center, Room 101

For Registration Information, call (585) 248-6280

Dogs must be dog and people friendly.  Proof of vaccinations is required at the first class.  Do NOT bring your dog to the first class! 

For class questions, contact Fran at pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com, or  585-388-7482.

REGISTRATION BEGINS TBD Pittsford residents, and TBD for non-residents.

To register online, click here and choose the "Get It Done Online" option on the LEFT side of the Town of Brighton web page.  Click "Recreation Registration." 

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Fairport/Perinton Group Class Information


Classes will be held at:    Perinton Parks and Recreation                                              
      1350 Turk Hill Road                                              
      Fairport, NY
     (585) 223-5050                                               

Class Fee:    $90 (Fairport/Perinton residents); $96 (non--residents)

Class Schedule:  Sunday mornings, April 22, 29, May 6, 13, June 3, and 10 (no classes May 20 & 27)

Class Duration:   60 minutes

Times:        9:15 AM - 10:00 AM       Puppy Kindergarten (7-16 weeks of age) 
         10:15 AM - 11:00 AM      Teen Puppy (5-11 months old)     
                 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM       Good Dog (one year and older)   
  
Place:  Room 208B
         
For registration information, call Perinton Recreation at (585) 223-5050. 

Dogs must be dog and people friendly.  Proof of vaccinations is required at the first class. 

For class information, contact Fran at pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com, or 585-388-7482.

REGISTRATION BEGINS  TBD for Fairport/Perinton residents, and TBD for non-residents.

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Brighton Recreation Group Class Information


Classes will be held at:Town of Brighton
  Recreation Center
  220 Idlewood Rd
         Rochester, NY
  (585) 784-5260

Class Fee:$85

Class Schedule:  Thursday evenings, April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

Class Duration:  45-60 minutes

Times:5:45 PM - 6:45 PM      Puppy Kindergarten (7-16 weeks of age)
   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM     Teen Puppy (5-11 months old)
  

Place:  Small Gym at Brookside

For registration information, call Brighton Recreation at (585) 784-5260

Dogs must be dog and people friendly.  Proof of vaccinations is required at the first class. 

For class information:  contact Fran at pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com, or 585-388-7482.

REGISTRATION BEGINS January 3, for residents, and January 10, for non-residents.



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Wayne County Group Class Information

Classes will be held at:Palmyra Macedon Middle School
  163 Hyde Parkway, LGI Room
  Palmyra, NY

Class Fee:   $90 ($65 for HSWC adoptees) for 7-weeks

Class Schedule:   Wednesday evenings starting TBD

Class Duration:    60 minutes

Times:       5:45 - 6:45 PM      Good Dog (one year and older) 
  7:00 - 8:00 PM      Puppy Kindergarten (7-16 weeks of age)
  8:15 - 9:15 PM      Teen Puppy (5-11 months of age)

Dogs must be dog and people friendly.  Proof of vaccinations is required at the first class.  Do NOT bring your dog to the first class! 

To register for Wayne County group classes, click here. 


For questions, contact Fran at pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com, or 585-388-7482 or check this website.


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Jewish Community Center Group Class Information


Classes will be held at:Jewish Community Center
  1200 Edgewood Avenue
  Rochester, NY
  585-461-2000

Class Fee:$90

Class Schedule:Tuesday evenings:  May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and June 5

Class Duration:60 minutes

Time:7:00 PM - 8:00 PMPuppy Kindergarten (7-16 weeks of age)

Registration Information:  TBD

Dogs must be dog and people friendly.  Proof of vaccinations is required at the first class. 

For questions, contact Fran at pawsitivebehavior@frontier.com, or 585-388-7482 or check this website.


WHAT TO BRING TO ALL CLASSES:

1. Updated vaccination records.  Dogs must be current on Rabies (over 4 months), Distemper,
Parvo, Bordatella (kennel cough) vaccinations.

2.Six-foot-long leather or nylon leash (thickness should correspond to size of the dog). 
Retractable leashes are not recommended for training, no prong or choke collars.

3.Approximately 150 pea-sized soft treats that your dog really likes (chicken, cheese, liver, hot
dogs).  You will need a training pouch to house the treats.  Make sure your dog has a
good appetite for class.  Food should be withheld for approximately three to four hours
prior to class depending on the age of your puppy or dog.

4.Clicker, available at any pet store.  We will be using the clicker for Loose Leash Walking training.  You
can then decide whether you want to continue using the clicker for all training.  Not necessary
to bring clicker to first class, EXCEPT for Wayne County and Pittsford participants.

5.Proper shoes prevent injury.  No open-toed shoes or sandals please.

6.Children must be supervised by an adult not participating in the class.

7.Bring puppy/dog's favorite mat/rug/pillow and favorite toy.  Treat filled Kongs are great to keep dog  
      focused.




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