Class Orientation 

Online registration will end on the first Monday of each month at 12 noon or when a class is full. All registration is now being done online and Orientation /Class information will be emailed to those who register.

Please register early. If you are unable to register online or have questions, please email us at: redriverobedience@gmail.com  or call/text at 318-655-7381, and we will gladly assist you in registering for a class.

Payments at first class may be made by exact cash, check payable to RROTC, or by Paypal.  We do not accept credit cards or debit cards.

A copy of vaccination records and a rabies certificate should be brought to the first class for our records. All puppies under 4 mo. need at least 2 rounds of puppy vaccinations and all puppies 4 months and older must also have a rabies certificate.
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PUPPY CLASSES

Puppy Kindergarten

$100, 4 weeks
Fridays at 6:00pm
First class is November 11th
Instructor: Leigh
For beginner dogs (puppies must have had their first two rounds of puppy shots AND be at least three months old). The course is designed to answer questions you may have regarding such topics as grooming, housebreaking, problem behaviors, etc. We teach socialization of the puppy with people and dogs, and introduce some of the basic obedience principles such as walking the dog on a leash, sit, lay down and come when called. No special equipment is needed; you may use your own collar and leash.​ Puppies must have at least 2 rounds of puppy shots to attend class and a rabies certificate if 4 months or older.
If you want to pre-register and prepay, use the buttons below. First click the pre-register button and fill out the form. Then come back to this page and use the PayPal button to pre-pay. Print both the registration and the PayPal receipt and bring them to the first class.

Puppy Kindergarten

AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class

 $150, 6 weeks
No Current Class
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An enhanced puppy class for dog up to 12 months old. The syllabus is set by the American Kennel Club, who offers a completion certificate at the end of class. This class teaches you how to best communicate with your puppy. Your dog will have an opportunity to socialize with other dogs. You will get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including house-training, chewing, and the most effective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called.
If you want to pre-register and prepay, use the buttons below. First click the pre-register button and fill out the form. Then come back to this page and use the PayPal button to pre-pay. Print both the registration and the PayPal receipt and bring them to the first class.
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BASIC OBEDIENCE CLASS SERIES

“Good Dog!” Class

$100, 4 weeks
​​No Current Class
For dogs over six months old.
This class is designed to teach your dog the basic skills needed to be a good house dog. We’ll teach you how to train your dog to meet fundamental expectations around the house. Topics will include but are not limited to:

  • basic training principles
  • greeting visitors
  • door protocols
  • walking on leash
  • crate training
  • handling the dog for veterinary and grooming visits
  • car training
  • place training (also known as “Go to your bed!”)
If you want to pre-register and prepay, use the buttons below. First click the pre-register button and fill out the form. Then come back to this page and use the PayPal button to pre-pay. Print both the registration and the PayPal receipt and bring them to the first class.

Beginner I Class

$150, 6 weeks
Sundays at 2:00pm (Second 3:30pm class if 1st class fills up)
First Class is November 13th
Instructor: Paula
Please arrive 30 minutes early for training collar fitting; training collar included in class price.​
This class covers the basics of obedience training for the home and for the competition ring. It teaches the foundation for all obedience training: Heel on leash with pace changes and turns; automatic sits; stays for sit, down and stand; and come when called, and leave it.
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The dog will be fitted for the correct size training collar at the beginning of the first class.
The Paypal button is not working on the website, you may pay at the first class by cash, check, or Paypal.

Beginner I

Beginner II Class

$100; 4 weeks including graduation
For dogs who have successfully completed Beginner I class.
No Current Classes
In Beginner II class, you will polish the skills learned thus far, using more advanced techniques for training basic obedience. The goal of Beginner II is to prepare you for AKC’s Canine Good Citizen test. At the completion of Beginner II, you will have the opportunity to take the Canine Good Citizen test (and earn an AKC title!)​
If you want to pre-register and prepay, use the buttons below. First click the pre-register button and fill out the form. Then come back to this page and use the PayPal button to pre-pay. Print both the registration and the PayPal receipt and bring them to the first class.
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AKC Canine Good Citizen

$100, 4 weeks
No Current Class
The syllabus for this class is set by the American Kennel Club, who offers a completion certificate at the end of class. The class teaches ten essential skills for a friendly, well-behaved dog.
If you want to pre-register and prepay, use the buttons below. First click the pre-register button and fill out the form. Then come back to this page and use the PayPal button to pre-pay. Print both the registration and the PayPal receipt and bring them to the first class.

Extra Classes

Focus and Engagement
No Current Class
A fun way to use games to get your dog to focus and pay attention, while building confidence in your dog, thru positive training and game play.
Pre-requisite of completed Beginner 1 or with instructor approval

November Scent Work Class

$40(Member)/$100(Non-Member with instructor approval)  
4 weeks
Saturdays at 12:30pm
First Class is November 12th
Instructor: Kathleen
This is a great class to help provide mental and physical exercise for your dog while developing their instinctive behaviors and abilities.  Dogs will work on detecting a scent and alert to it when scent is found.  A fun way to make you and your dog a working team.

Class size is limited to 10 so please complete online registration before it fills up.
Registration ends when class is full or at 12:00pm on November 7th

MEMBERS ONLY CLASS (May accept non-members with instructor approval if class is not full)
November Beginner Novice Class
$40(Member)/$100(Non-Member with instructor approval)
4 weeks
Mondays at 6:00pm
First Class is November 14th
Instructor: Paula Barras
Beginner Novice is a great “next step” for dogs who have taken basic obedience classes and want to advance to the next level.  It is a very beneficial class for those considering competitions as well as those who do not intend to compete but want to further their training.  All exercises are completed on-leash with the exception of the re-call.  A heel on leash pattern is established with rally signs.  This class is not offered every month so take advantage of this special opportunity to take this one with Paula Barras.
 
Class size is limited to 10. Please complete online registration before it fills up.
Registration ends when class is full or at 12pm November 7th.

MEMBERS ONLY CLASS (May accept non-members with instructor approval if class is not full)

FUN CLASSES
Advanced classes require successful completion of the Basic Obedience Series or instructor approval. Advanced classes are offered a few times a year, based on instructor availability.

Classes offered may include:​
Tricks Class
Teach your dog fun tricks like spin, roll over, shake, etc.

AKC Obedience Classes

Introduction to Obedience Competition Seminar
Offered every spring. Learn what to expect (and what’s expected of you) for an AKC obedience trial, including how to register.
Beginner Novice Class
4 weeks
For the dog and handler working toward the AKC’s Beginner Novice title.
Novice Class
​4 weeks
This course is designed to “polish” the dog and owner to compete in American Kennel Club licensed obedience trials. The dog and handler will learn to master the lessons learned in the Beginner class with a goal of ultimately being able to perform such exercises on and off lead. The AKC rules and proper ring procedure are also a part of this course.
Beginner Rally   (Club members only)
4 Weeks
These classes also are offered less frequently, and are taught for the purpose of preparing the dog and handler to compete in the American Kennel Club’s Rally events. There are four one-hour classes in each of the three title categories.

Advanced Obedience Classes (Open, Utility)
These classes are offered less frequently, as need arises. Again these classes are taught for the purpose of preparing the dog and handler to compete in the American Kennel Club licensed trials. Exercises include teaching the dog to retrieve and jump, pick up articles scented by their owners, directional retrieves and jumps and working with hand signals only.
Conformation
Refining your dog training skills to apply to the conformation ring.​

Discounts
  • Military and First Responders: Receive 10% off all classes with a valid military ID
  • Rescue: Receive 25% off any ONE class if your dog is a rescue with adoption papers from one of our local rescue organizations
  • Repeat a Class: Receive 50% off any class repeated within three months
  • Family: Receive 10% off of multiple handlers from the same family enroll in the same class
  • Active Club Members: Receive 50% off all classes
  • DISCOUNTS CANNOT BE COMBINED
Every dog should have basic obedience training. All of the exercises taught have practical value in everyday life. Almost anyone who is willing to spend about fifteen minutes a day everyday with his dog, attend the weekly classes and observe the three P’s of obedience training (Patience, Practice, Persistence) can train a dog. 

​Obedience training doesn’t solve all behavioral problems but it is the foundation on which to work. Training your dog to be a good neighbor, a good family member and a best friend is the best thing besides love that you can provide for your dog. It opens up a line of communication between you and your canine friend that will enrich, and last throughout, the relationship . It will establish the social hierarchy between you and your pet as well as make him more confident.

Our classes provide the training necessary to earn obedience titles such as Companion Dog (CD), Companion Dog Excellent (CDX), Utility Dog (UD) and Utility Dog Excellent (UDX). In addition to traditional obedience training we sometimes offer “specialty” classes as interest arises. Specialty classes include those such as “Attention Games”, “Tricks Workshop” and “Polishing” classes (to prepare for competition).

Our instructors are members dedicated to the obedience training of dogs. They donate their time and are qualified with obedience titles on their own dogs. They are required to attend obedience seminars in order to gain new and different training skills.
All classes are held at our training facility at 108 Battle St.
*Class fees subject to change as equipment prices vary. 
ABOUT US
​RROTC is a non-profit 501(c)4, AKC sanctioned club, founded in 1959, dedicated to encourage obedience training not only of purebred, but of all dogs. 
​OUR INSTRUCTORS
Our instructors are volunteers who believe that every person should have a well-trained dog and every dog should have a well-trained person. 
PHONE
(318) 655-7381; Leave a message

EMAIL
redriverobedience@gmail.com