Training
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BORDERHAUSS KENNELS
Located 30 min. NW of Ann Arbor, MI

Borderhauss Kennels teaches positive reinforcment training. We use lots of treats, toys, praise, and fun but, still have consistantly high expectations. Since these are small classes you will have one-on-one guidance to give you a new approach to common behavior problems and agility. Typical group classes are too large and put your dog on the obstacles just to complete them but, there are many small details that help your dog learn to be more efficient and consistent., like contacts, weaves, and handling techniques.  If you are unsure which class is right for you, please feel free to call, email, or come out for an evaluation.  These classes are designed to help you and your dog with whatever you need. We are flexible and tend to cater the classes toward your dog.

Agility Yard

Walk-in's always acceptable


Private Lessons are always available
$20 per hour
split with a friend for $10 each

 

Agility Fun Runs $5 for 2 runs

updated: July 27, 2008

no lessons 6pm and later on Tuesday July 29

Tuesday

9-10 Guiness, Mandy

10-11 available

11-12 available

12-1 Storm, Cloud

1-2 available

2-3 available

3-4 Lola, Chloe

4-5 available

5-6 Beginner Agility Class (see below)

6-7 Cy, CT, Skamp

7-8 Advanced Beginner Agility Class (see below)

8-9 Nell

 

Wednesday

6-7:30 Weave Class

Please call before attending this class

 

Sunday

5 - 6 pm Puppy Basic Manners and Social Skills

This is a first time class for puppies between 10 weeks and 6 months

Beginner Agility class:

Tuesdays 5-6pm 4 weeks, July 8, 15, 22, 29

cost: $45 (you can join late)

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This class focuses on obedience skills, household manners and fundamental work on agility obstacles to work your puppy's brain. Each week your homework will be to practice what we learned in class and teach your pup a new trick.

 

Advanced Beginner Agility with obedience review

Tuesdays 6-7pm

COST: $10.00 per class

open to anyone interested pay as you come

This class focuses on agility obstacles, how to perform them safely and accurately for life. We will begin putting multiple obstacles together while teaching you handling skills. We will also introduce the difference between handler focus and obstacle focus. There is an obedience warm-up and review each session. This class is best taken by dogs/puppies that have an off leash recall and an understanding of basic obedience.

Please feel free to come once or everytime.

 

Weave Class:


This class will just focus on the weave poles. No gadgets, no wires, no channels. Learn how to teach your pup to weave fast and consistent in a few weeks.

See You Tube links for an examples:

Tweed weaving after 8 days

Weaving class after three weeks


What to bring to class:

  • Flat, buckle collar
  • 4-6 foot lead (no flexi or retractable leads)
  • Soft, small yummy treats (cheese, hotdogs, ham, cat food, etc.)
  • Tuggy toy optional (no squeakies please)
  • upbeat praise
  • water and poop clean-up provided

Note: It can be better to not feed your pup before class.  Some classes are late, so do your best. Please do not allow your pup to play with other pups before class.



Congratulations Cy and Spencer on a great job at the CPE Nationals!!

 








Agility Equipment for Sale:

Jumps: $35 each 1" PVC two bars adjustable with heights 8",12",16",20",24"

Sledding/Carting/Scootering
This activity has recently become my new obsession! A great way to exercise all the dogs at once, work on more training, and have a great time!

  • Inquire for an introduction to the sport or to have some company on the trail with your sled or cart!
    If you are looking for a place to buy a very well made sled, scooter, or cart, go to Black Star Sleds.
    This is where I purchase all my sled dog equipment.