Puppy Class:

NOTE: These classes are on a “First come, First serve basis.”

Once the 6:30pm class is full, applications will be placed on a wait list and contacted if a spot opens prior to orientation.

 

Puppy Class: 6:30-7:30pm on Mondays.

 

Pups must be between 8-16 weeks of age at the start of class (SOC) to be eligible to enroll. There are 10 working spots per class. Teams cannot be added after orientation.  

 

Puppy Orientation (First Class 6:30-8:30pm)

The first class is a Mandatory Attendance Required class for the handlers that have been confirmed a spot. Due to the large amount of information that is covered, we require that the puppies stay at home until class 2. If you are confirmed a spot and do not show up for orientation, you forfeit your spot. 

 

Cost of class:

$200 for the 8-week session.

Payment in full at Orientation is required.

Cash or check/money order only (made payable to MDTC).

 

**PAYMENTS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE** Should you decide not to participate in our class, your payment will be considered a donation to MDTC – a 501(c)3 organization – and you may request a donation letter for tax purposes. 

 

Attendance Policy

Two handlers per puppy are allowed. No switching of handlers can be allowed and no additional people will be allowed in the building to observe. There are no make- up classes. 

 

Vaccinations:

Shot records must be supplied at Orientation. Proof of first vaccinations/booster shots from Breeder or Vet are required for Bordetella (kennel cough), Distemper, Infectious hepatitis, parainfluenza and Parvo (DHPP). Rabies is NOT required for Puppy Class – most pups are too young.  

 

Mask Requirements

Masks are optional at this time – this may change based upon everchanging CDC guidelines – be prepared, bring a mask. Please be respectful of each other and personal space. Try to social distance when you can.  

 

Glove Requirements

Not mandatory but recommended during puppy play to protect from sharp teeth. Leather or gardening gloves work best. 

 

Illness Policy

Handlers and Instructors should not come to class if they are feeling ill or fear that they may have come in contact with someone ill. If you consider yourself to be immune compromised, you must make a decision for your own safety based on the parameters set for this class.

 

Class Cancellation

It is rare that we have to cancel a class, but it could happen – especially due to cold weather. If we must cancel class, notification will be made as soon as the decision is made. We will work the material for that class into the remaining classes.