Melanie Harriman

United States, Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

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About this trainer

Scent work classes, basic and advanced obedience, agility, tricks, rally, Scaredy, Hyper and Reactive Rover, and CGC classes/testing are offered. Group classes and private lessons are available. The primary focus is on scent work classes, beginner through advanced, for fun or for competition prep in AKC, NACSW, or PSD.

Classes are instructed in the following areas:

  1. Basic obedience: classes for puppies and adults teaching basic obedience commands and addressing problem behaviors such as barking, nipping, and jumping up, with monitored socialization time with other dogs.
  2. Advanced obedience: a continuation of the beginner obedience classes with increased duration and distraction in practicing all basic obedience commands.
  3. CGC prep classes: working towards fluency on all ten components of the AKC Canine Good Citizen exam, with testing at the conclusion of the class.
  4. Agility for fun: an introduction to the fun sport of dog agility, introducing all AKC obstacles and introductory handling techniques.
  5. Beginner and advanced rally obedience: an introduction to rally obedience and preparation for competition.
  6. Trick training: a fun class where dogs can learn a variety of tricks from basic to advanced, promoting enjoyment and engagement.

Private lessons are offered for groups or individuals. Email [email protected] for more information. Services are available in the Greater Knoxville Area, with English as the primary language.

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