November NEW Classes Schedule Update
PAWS UP YALL! Some new stuff right here so please READ!



FRIDAY MORNING We are having our focus class Friday Mornings at 9:30. If enough interest we will start a second class at 11:45. The 930 am is full. Please e-mail me if you would like to join us as space is opening up a little. Our focus class is just amazing. Great crew of dedicated owners powering up a loving relationship with their canine family. Must have passed the basic class to get in this class.

If you are waiting to join a class because the one you want is full, the Saturday morning class is great to do while you are waiting. Please let me know you would like to join us.


Training Hints. What to bring to class with you.
Bring lots of soft treats like chicken or hotdog cut up into bite sized pieces. Do not feed your dog before class. Bring their kibble mixed with meat and feed them while you train. Bring a variety of tempting protein for your dog. Water and bowl for your dog. Also a towel or blanket from home can help calm nervous dogs.
Closed toed shoes. Martingale collar and front closing harness to aid with pulling.
A treat pouch or nail apron loaded with their dinner and a few different types of tasty proteins. Bring more than you think they will need.
We use the marker word "YES" for everything your dog does right so bring your yeses as well.

We sell a workbook for 10.00 to follow along with the puppy class if you would like one bring 10.00
We also have t-shirts for sale for $20.00 let me know if you would like one.

We have Redbarn roll dog food for sale at 15.00 per roll (Doggie Candy :) It's a four pound roll super soft and so easy to use. Please let me know if you would like a roll.


Each class is $25 or $130 if you pay of a six week session. (Service dog class, ribbons and titles will be extra.) If you take two classes in one week, the second one is $20. There is also a multiple dog discount. Cost of titles and ribbons not included in any classes.

Payment can be made through Paypal (abbeyportraitstudio@gmail.com) or Venmo @Julie-Hughes-121 and the last four of our business phone 0160, or bring a check or exact change in an envelope the first week of class. Payment will be collected before class begins on the first night. Checks payable to Dog's Play. PLEASE DO NOT PAYPAL ME VIA DOG'S PLAY IT WILL NOT WORK.

Classes may sell out so if you want to be included, send us an email today! Scroll down to the bottom to find your perfect class. If you need a private or have a reactive dog, please contact me for help. We are here for problem behaviors and to help you and your dog cope. We have specialty classes for differently abled handler teams so please let me know how I can help you. I make house calls as well.

Service dog classes will be held next week on Wed at 1230 at the lowes at Butler Plaza and then lunch if you wish at Tajuana Flats. Planning a service dog event to Busch Gardens in January so mark your calendars. If you are wanting to make your dog into a service dog and have a medical need (includes psychiatric need as well) then please attend these classes. My service dog students participation is strongly suggested.


No Saturday Morning class for two Saturdays. Your trainer is taking a much needed break to refuel. Taking time with my dogs and family. We will be back online on 11/27. Give me suggestions for some places. Want to try the Ocala horse park in December and do a field trip to Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. There is an admission price for that and I am going to find out about a group rate.
I am looking for an office setting to train our service dogs in. (Dr. or vet office would be ideal.) If you know of someone with a clinical set up we can train dogs in that would be great.

CLASSES ARE FILLING SO PLEASE REPLY TO THIS EMAIL TO LET ME KNOW YOU ARE COMING.
Training tip:
The training tip this week is watch me. Hold a treat by your eyes and make gentle eye contact with your dog. Feed a tasty morsel. Repeat. Practice the watch me in several locations. Which location is hardest to get their attention? Does your dog stop eating. That means they are having trouble concentrating so go back to a place where they were eating and try again. Dogs do not generalize well so help your dog to build their concentration and focus on you. Be the most exciting thing in the environment. Use tasty food and rapid changes of direction to hold their interest. Don't forget your marker word of yes!
Class Schedule
Monday Night:

6:15pm Puppy star Class: 
(Now open for enrollment for Nov. 8th) ONE SPOT LEFT
Open to pups one year or less. Super fun and a great building block for your dog's young mind and learning fun obedience skills that work with your puppy. Social time for pups that like it and fun fun fun for your young growing busy body. This class has a workbook that goes along with it for an extra $10.

7:30pm Focus on foundations:
FULL
This class is the foundations for which we build on everything else. You must take this class if you are new, unless you have a puppy or have proof of a passed Canine Good Citizen (CGC). CGC will be given at the end of this class. This is also a gateway to many more titles!


Tuesday Night at 5pm skills and obstacle training.

This is the perfect class if you are waiting for other classes to open. One spot available in this class. Great if you are waiting on puppy star. This class is open enrollment right now. All dogs who are not reactive are welcome in this class.
This class is designed specifically for young dogs! This class is a great way to build confidence and get used to different surfaces and environmental stressors. It's fast paced with fun and games for all. This is a super fun class to take after you get your puppy star title! Fun for you and your little super STAR!
So happy for our recent grads! We had 100 percent graduation this time. So many success stories and teams training for greatness! Proud teacher! Puppy Stars located below. Tell me what STAR stands for in Puppy Star and win a t-shirt! First reply to my e-mail. If I owe you a shirt they are here. Jua
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ACT AGILITY TRIAL
The trial and day of fun was a wet success!

The dogs played well and ques abounded! Wally was high point Champ with all of his ACT titles and only one non qualifying run out of six! He was a super star. (Featured with his celebration Starbucks.)

Tiki was high point speed junkie with the fastest time.

Astor only been training a couple weeks a qualified!

Little June got her jumper's title.

All dogs were focused and handled well by their people! So proud to judge a fine crew.
6:15pm Foundations of Agility:
One space left!
It is important for all students in this class to have a good background in obedience. New students will need to demonstrate specific skills to move to the intermediate level. Puppies and young dogs welcome.


7:30pm Intermediate Agility:
(One spot left)
This class is open to dogs who have demonstrated all necessary skills to pass the foundations agility class.

Friday: 9:30 am Focus Work
No class on Black Friday
Take it to the next level with your beloved learning partner. We will play games and learn tricks to work together as a team. Titles in tricks and manners will be offered in this class. Rally signs will also be covered. We may take field trips in this class as well.


Saturday 9am Public Exposure: 
This class has open enrollment. Going on now.
Walk about and obedience with your pup. While practicing social distancing we will go to different locations for group practice in novel situations. A lot of fun outside while at a good distance from crowds. This is an open enrollment class and a great way to start if you are waiting for classes to open. $25 per class, or $20 if you take another class in the same week. You may also earn your CGC in this class as well. We need your email to make sure you know where we are going each week.
Saturday Morning. 10:15 Immediately after Public manners class.

Advanced Obedience along with Community Canine and Urban Canine. Service dogs and therapy dogs must test out of this class to advance to Service dog training. Dogs must have completed their CGC and have no Reactivity on leash. For serious handlers only wishing to title their dogs in different obedience sports.

Competitive Agility Sat at 7:30pm
for serious students who want to step up their game and enter the exciting world of competition. Train with Master level coach Julie as she teaches you the ins and outs of Agility. Their will be a real trial held under the lights at Dog's Play and you will learn game readiness for you and your partner. Strategy,
handling and registration into the various organizations will be covered. We will answer questions and prepare you for the agility ring as a sport.
IMPORTANT!! Please check with me if class is on or not. You can text me at 772 631 0160 if you are concerned about the weather. We will not hold class in the pouring rain or thundering and lighting or FREEZING! so be sure to check before you drive out here. Thank-you and see you soon!
DIOJI! He achieved his intermediate trick title. He is a high drive charming guy and I love training and teaching him and his mom and dad. They are a great team.
Rally class was a huge success. Thanks to Deb our guest instructor and all the people and canine partners who attended. Your support is appreciated and needed. We can't do it without you! Thank-you!
Wed 12:30 pm Public Access and Service dog Training.
Two spots left.
Come join us!
This class is designed for dogs and handlers seeking to deepen their bond and handling of their service animal. Also for therapy dogs as well. Serious non-reactive dogs only. Dogs must already have their CGC and must be solid in their basic commands.
This will be a close knit group of service dog handlers to gain knowledge and skills in public and also tasking, heeling and the legal ins and outs of owning a service dog. This course is $199 for five group sessions.
She just passed her CGCA as well!

Meet Molly superstar service dog in training. She has been training with us since eight weeks old. At seven months she has passed her puppy STAR and her CGC. She is now in the advanced community canine class and will be graduating our service dog program very soon. Could not be more proud of this super dog and her solider. SO PROUD OF THEM!
BEHAVIOR PREP SCHOOL
Our school is filled with good girls and boys who learn key behaviors to thrive in our human world. Watch out for more updates from our behavior school. If you would like to join us just give me a ring at 772 631 0160 to check our availability. We go on field trips and are great at socializing and training pet dogs and service dogs. Your neighbors and family will be impressed by your good dog.
WHAT'S NEW AT PUPPY PREP SCHOOL.
WE are now having field trip Fridays at Dog's Play. Drop your dog off between 8 and nine Friday morning and then pick up at five.We will load your dog onbard the Dog's Play school bus and go to various places around town. If you want your dog to be included in the off campus field trip the cost will be $50.00 and you need to sign a permission slip as well. ALL ABOARD THE PUPPY PREP SCHOOL BUS! (your dog can be any age to participate.)
Congrats to our Tricky Superstars! Miss Ruby obtained the highest level possible of Elite performer, Ogee got his advanced title and Oliver and Kirby got their intermediate titles. Great class and so proud of the bonds you are making with your dogs!