Group Class Registration Information and Schedule

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Registering Late? If registering for a class late/day of offering be sure to bring your class payment receipt with you. If you are not on the instructor's roster, without a receipt with the class name, date and paid, the instructor is not allowed to have you participate. Thank you! Mary T. Curious about attendance? See class rosters at my Trainer's Bark Newsletter - Click HERE and scroll down.

Before registering, please follow Steps #1 - #5:

#1 New? Read Program Information .
Here you will also FAQs at the bottom of the page, then return to this Schedule page.

#2 Read Trainer Information Form & Rules.
If you agree with the terms, print this two page form.
Bring this completed form to your first class so I may review before your class #2.

#3 Health Record Requirements:

Pets must have two distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza and parvo (DHPP) vaccines, a clear fecal check ideally dated within thirty days prior to class and a rabies vaccine if s/he is six months or older per MI law.
Titers documented on veterinary letterhead are accepted!
Other vaccines may be recommended by your veterinarian. Bordetella is recommended if your pet will be boarded, at a groomer salon, in public parks or at day care facilities due to the higher percentage of possible infection.
Note vaccinations are not 100% effective. If your pet displays any health concerns, please do not bring it to class and risk passing infection to other pets. You may attend and see the new lessons to practice at home as your pet is able.

New Pet? To help avoid possible parvo or kennel cough at class, pets that are acquired within two weeks prior to class start should not attend class until the two week incubation period is over. If this applies to you and you do not want to wait for a future session, do register and attend the second class if necessary without your pet. You can observe the lessons and practice at home, your pet will be missed, but will do alright starting at class #3 if you have practiced at home. Thank you!

#4 Class Locations with Google Map Links:
Consider travel time for your class location before registering.
Note parking, exercise and entrance areas. Pets are not allowed on other areas of the grounds.

Brighton - Hilton Elementary School - Gym
9600 Hilton Road, west of Old-US 23 on the south side.

Note a traffic signal is at the Old US-23 & Hilton Road intersection.
Or
From the I-96 exit #145 - Grand River, go north on Grand River to Hilton Rd. (first road traffic signal).
Go east on Hilton Rd. about 1-1/2 miles.
Park in the east lot, not in front of the school.
Exercise area for pets is on the southernmost east side 'islands' of grass inbetween the parking lot and side drive.
My navy blue Jeep will be parked near our gym entrance.
Enter directly into the east GYM entrance through the solid door - not the east side glass doors!

Hilton Elementary Google directions

Howell - Bennett Recreation Center - Large Room
925 W. Grand River, Howell MI 48843. (Only .6 mile west of down town four corners - Howell, south side).

If using GPS, enter the address above!! HAPRA has several facilities, including the pool at the HS complex.
The glass window front building is on the south side, east of the High School and Fire Department complexes.
Exercise area for pets is on the west side of the building only - next to the parking lot.
Enter through the main glass doors in front of the building. Enter directly into the central room.
Note pets are not allowed in the rest rooms. If needed, leave your pet in your vehicle for use before/after class.

Howell Recreation Bennett Center Google directions

#5 Read the Class Descriptions and Schedule below.
Scroll down to find your class dates and check your calendar.

NOTE: Classes are organized by color coded paw prints:

For a well trained companion:

Results Puppy Class!
For pups 8 weeks - six months. Older pups may be accepted for confidence building, inquire!

Results Puppy Plus! A Drop In & Pay per class offering.
For Results Puppy Class graduates that are too young for Obedience & Manners Level One.

Obedience & Manners Level One
For pets six months (if ready-see class info) to eight years (older if comfortable).

Obedience & Manners Level One Extra!
A repeat of O&M One classes #5 and #6 for pets that are in need of a little more practice at this level.
Great as a brush up if on break waiting for O&M Two to start.

Obedience & Manners (O&M) Two
offers Canine Good Citizen practice.

Having fun?! Classes following are terrific for those that are enjoying training!
Especially great for pups that 'need a job' or confidence building.
Meet new friends and keep your pup's manners and training progressing.

O&M Two Plus!
Each session offers different dynamics and exercises to keep training interesting!
Optional AKC Beginner Novice (BN) practice or an Intro. to Rally-Obedience at the last class, inquire!

Pawformance Sports! O&M Three - Rally-Novice Obedience - Recreational or Show
Pawformance Sports! O&M Four Rally Advanced - AKC Companion Dog (CD) Show

Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility - Level One - Intro & Sequences - Jumps, Rally style weaves and Mini Tunnel
Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility Level Two - Sequences & Courses - Jumps, Rally style weaves and a Tunnel.

Group Classes Below: REGISTER to hold a spot for your pet!

Note that every effort is made to maintain class schedules as advertised, class date(s) may be subject to change.
If a Brighton class is missed, a makeup in Howell is not available and vice versa.
Offerings may require minimums and have maximums, do register and pay early to avoid disappointment.

Offices are closed on some holidays and school breaks. On line registration is usually available during those times.

Brighton Community Ed (BCE) OR Howell Recreation Parks & Recreation Authority (HAPRA).
Fee must be paid in full to hold a spot in a class.
NOTE - we make every effort to offer classes as advertised. Due to possible unforseen circumstances, class offerings may be subject to change.

If "Wait" list appears for your selection because an offering has filled, consider getting wait listed. Last minute openings occasionally occur.
Be sure to list a phone number you can be reached at on short notice if an opening occurs.

Refunds: There are no full refunds unless a class is cancelled by BCE or HAPRA. Refunds may take several weeks to process.

Brighton Policy: Each student-requested class cancellation is charged a $10 service fee per class. No refund will be issued unless you provide a two business day notice. If you desire to cancel, you must contact BCE direct.
The instructor (Mary T.) has no authority to grant refunds. There will be no refunds for no-show attendance or for going to a wrong location.

Howell Policy: Vouchers for credit only (no cash back) are given prior to the second date a program meets minus a $10 administrative fee. If you desire to cancel, you much contact HAPRA direct. The instructor (Mary T.) has no authority to grant vouchers. There will be no vouchers for no-show attendance or for going to a wrong location.

Brighton Comm Ed Office
Register by phone with credit card: (810) 299-4130 during regular business hours.

Walk in - the BCE Office is at 850 Spencer Road, Brighton in the Miller building.
(Behind the BECC building which is on the hill.)

Register on line at: Brighton Results & Pawformance Classes

Disclaimer: I am not endorsing the other pet related class(es) not taught by myself that you may find with my class listings on BCE's web page(s) and/or on their advertising.

Howell Parks & Rec Office
Register by phone with credit card: (517) 546-0693, ext. 0 during regular M-F business hours.

Walk in: Office and class location: 925 W. Grand River, Howell, 48843. Only .6 mile west of Grand River and Michigan Ave., the downtown main four.

Resident and Non-resident fee structure for Howell classes due to support from the city and some townships.
Fees by each class below are listed in this order.
Resident Fee: City of Howell, Howell Township, Oceola, Genoa and Marion Township Residents /Non-residents are all others.

Disclaimer: I am not endorsing the other pet related class(es) not taught by myself that you may find with my class listings on HAPRA's web page(s) and/or on their advertising.

INCLEMENT WEATHER!!

Brighton Location: If Brighton Schools are closed, evening classes are cancelled.*

Howell Area Parks & Recreation: "When after school activities are canceled for Howell Public Schools all enrichment classes are canceled. In the event of a snow day we will make a decision around 1pm whether to cancel classes or not."

Call Howell Parks & Rec if needed at 517 - 546 - 0693 to inquire.

*If time allows, I will send an email and/or update my web page! Check my Results home page, or the top of this Schedule page or by your class listing.

QUESTIONS?

Regarding registration and/or payment contact the correct office above per class location.

Regarding instruction and classes only, please email me, Mary T. Ratelle:

Training Director-Instructor

Warning! Training with us may be habit forming - pets and people have fun!

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RDT & PDS Puppy Class Description Link

NO PETS at the first class!

Puppy Start: April 15 - Mondays - Howell

Update Tue., April 16: This class has a few openings. If interested in joining late,
call the instructor (Mary T.) at 517 - 548 - 4536.
Pups will attend for the first time Monday, April 22.
Thank you, Mary T.

Location: Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 20
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p

Classes #2 - #6 with pets: 6:30-7:20p
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.

Howell Fees: Residents $124/Non Resident $134
HAPRA Class ID #195082
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0" or on line.

New Puppy Start: June 3 - Mondays - Howell

Tentative New Puppy Start: September 11 - One Wednesday, Following Thursdays - Brighton

RDT & PDS Puppy Plus! Description Link

Pre-requisite: Results Puppy Class Graduate up to seven months and/or instructor permission with the same Puppy Class trainer.
Please click on the description link header above for more detailed information.

Attending? Simply Inform the instructor, Mary T. that you are coming.
DO NOT call or try to preregister with BCE or HAPRA.
Email me or call the Bark Line 517 - 548 - 4536 (my phone) before 1p on the day of class #5 that you are attending.
If I cannot answer the phone leave a message and a contact number. Or email, include your name (if not on email address),
your pup's name and last class location and session attended.

Bring: Payment. Health record updates if any & all supplies and equipment from your last class.

Puppy Plus! Drop In & Pay - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (See top of page for parking and more information).

Dates: Fall 2019

Puppy Plus! Drop In & Pay - Howell
Location: Bennett Center, 925 W. Grand River (See top of page for parking and more information).

Dates: Monday: May 13/class #5; May 20/class #6; July 1/class #5; July 8/class #6.

Time: Check in and pay at 6:20 (Do not enter sooner- Rec. Agility or Rally-O Class may be running). Class 6:30 - 7:20p.

Fee: $28 check or correct cash per drop in class (Sorry, no CCs for drop ins) payable to: HAPRA (Howell Area Parks & Rec. Authority)
Note: I only have singles available for change.

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Obedience & Manners (O&M) - Level One Description Link

Register early to avoid disappointment, this class usually fills!

NO PETS at the first class!

O&M One Start: Tuesday, March 12 - Classes #2 - #6 - Wednesdays - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
No class: March 13 & March 27
End: April 24
First class only is 6:20p (check in), 6:30 - 8:45p No Pets!

Classes #2 - #6 are 6:30 - 7:30p
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.

BCE Fee: $154
BCE Class ID: #455-w19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

O&M One Start: April 15 - Mondays - Howell

Update Tue., April 16: One opening for a Results Puppy class
return that attended the first Puppy class, 'the talk'.
If interested, call Mary T. 517 - 548 - 4536.
Paws will attend class #2 Monday, April 22 for the first time.

Location: Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 20
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p

Classes #2 - #6 with pets: Time: 7:30p - 8:30p.
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.

Howell Fees: Residents $154/Non Resident $164
HAPRA Class ID #195086
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0" or on line.

O&M One Start: Wednesday, May 8 - Days Vary, See Below - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
End: June 5
First class only is 6:20p (check in), 6:30 - 8:45p No Pets!
There are a few errors in the BAS/BCE brochure. Please note correct dates are listed here.
In addition: Do not:bring pets, a park it mat or your Results folder (you will receive a folder at the first class).

DO bring: The completed Trainer Information Form from my web site noted above and a copy of your pet's health
record showing two sets of shots and a fecal check (clear).
Sorry for the inconvenience and confusion, thank you!

Following Classes: (TH) 5/9, (W) 5/15, (TH) 5/23, (W) 5/29, (W) 6/5
Classes #2 - #6 are 6:30 - 7:30p
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.

BCE Fee: $154
BCE Class ID: #455-w19c
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

New O&M One Start: June 3 - Mondays - Howell

New O&M One Start: June 25 - Tuesdays - No class July 16 - Howell

Tentative New Start: September 11 - Wednesdays - Howell

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O&M Level One - Drop In & Pay - Extra!

Pre-requisite: Results Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level One Participant or Graduate and/or instructor permission with the same O&M One Class trainer.

Check in and pay upon arrival.

Get extra practice and/or a brush up by attending Classes #5 and #6 of a currently running O&M One session.
Terrific prior to joining O&M Two if your pet has been on break or needs extra practice!

Please plan to attend both fifth and sixth classes. It is distracting to others and difficult for your pet if you attend the last/class #6 only.
Class #5 is a review and intro to advanced class format. Class #6 will introduce several new exercises to start before attending O&M Two.
Note the $56 class fee is for two classes in the same session as advertised. Thank you!

Attending? Simply Inform the instructor, Mary T. that you are coming.
DO NOT call or try to preregister with BCE or HAPRA.
Email me or call the Bark Line 517 - 548 - 4536 (my phone) before 1p on the day of class #5 that you are attending.
If I cannot answer the phone leave a message and a contact number. Or email, include your name (if not on email address),
your pup's name and last class location and session attended.

Bring: Payment. Health record updates if any & all supplies and equipment from your last class.

Fee: $56 for two classes, same session per dates below.

O&M One Extra! - Brighton - Wednesday
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (See top of page for parking and more information).

Dates: Wednesdays: April 17/class #5 and April 24/class #6.

Time: Check in & pay att 6:20p. Class time: 6:30 - 7:30p.

Fee: $56 check or correct cash. (No CCs) Check payable to: BCE (Brighton Comm. Ed. Fee includes BAS fee)
Note: I only have singles available for change. No refund for class #6 if not attended.

O&M One Extra! - Howell - Monday
Location: Bennett Center, 925 W. Grand River (See top of page for parking and more information).

Dates: Mondays: May 13/class #5 and May 20/class #6. July 1/class #5 and July 8/class #6.

Time: Check in & pay at 7:35p. Do not enter early/class in session prior. Class Time: 7:40 - 8:40p.

Fee: $56 check or correct cash. (No CCs) Check payable to: HAPRA (Howell Area Parks & Rec. Authority)
Note: I only have singles available for change. No refund for class #6 if not attended.

O&M One Extra! - Brighton - Wednesday
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (See top of page for parking and more information).

Dates: Wednesdays: May 29/class #5 and June 5/class #6.

Time: Check in & pay att 6:20p. Class time: 6:30 - 7:30p.

Fee: $56 check or correct cash. (No CCs) Check payable to: BCE (Brighton Comm. Ed. Fee includes BAS fee)
Note: I only have singles available for change. No refund for class #6 if not attended.

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Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level Two - Description Link

Prerequisite: Recent Results trainer and pet that have successfully completed O&M Level One and instructor permission.
Graduates of this class are welcome to return for extra practice or a Brush-Up with the same trainer.

Bring to the first class: Your pet! Also health updates (if any), supplies from the last class and your RDT & PDS blue folder for handouts.
Items for future classes will be discussed at the first class: A 10 - 20' long line and a non-skid rug or mat.

O&M Two Start: March 20 - Wednesdays - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
No class: March 27
End: April 24
Time: 7:40 - 8:40p
Five classes - same trainer and pet

BCE Fee: $134
BCE Class ID: #456-w19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

O&M Two Start: Thursday, May 9 - Remaining classes Wednesdays and Thursdays, see below - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
Following classes: (W) 5/15, (TH) 5/23, (W) 5/29, (W) 6/5
End: June 5
Time: 7:40 - 8:40p
Five classes - same trainer and pet

BCE Fee: $134
BCE Class ID: #456-w19c
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

New O&M Two Start: July 2 - Tuesdays - No class July 16 - Howell
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 7
Time: 6:00 - 7:00p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.

Howell Tier Fees: Residents $134/Non Resident $144
HAPRA Class ID # TBD
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0".

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O&M Level Two Plus! Description Link

Prerequisites: RDT PDS O&M Two - Same pet and trainer and instructor permission.

Graduates of O&M Two class are welcome to return to this class for a Brush-Up with the same trainer.
This class shares class time with O&M Level Two.

O&M Level Two Returns with an AKC Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog Interest:
Bring a note or send an email stating what venue you wish to pursue (hospital, nursing home, school, library reading, etc.). I
nforming me of the organization you wish to volunteer with and it's requirements will help me to help you meet your goals.

The trend of 'fake' therapy, emotional and service dog endorsements do not take the place of good training and testing.
Please do not undermine the decades of work to provide people with a genuine interest in volunteering to make the world a better place for those truly in need.
I will not participate or support the purchasing of 'fake' certifications which exploit the system.

Bring to the first class: Your pet! Also health updates (if any), supplies from the last class and your RDT & PDS blue folder
and your dog's park-it non-skid rug or mat.

O&M Two Plus! Start: March 20 - Wednesdays - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
No class: March 27
End: April 24
Time: 7:40 - 8:40p
Five classes - same trainer and pet

BCE Fee: $114
BCE Class ID: #486-w19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

O&M Two Plus! Start: Thursday, May 9 - Remaining classes vary, see below - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
Following classes: (W) 5/15, (TH) 5/23, (W) 5/29, (W) 6/5
End: June 5
Time: 7:40 - 8:40p
Five classes - same trainer and pet

BCE Fee: $114
BCE Class ID: #486-w19c
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.

New O&M Two Plus! Start: July 2 - Tuesdays - No class July 16 - Howell
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 7
Time: 6:00 - 7:00p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.

Howell Tier Fees: Residents $134/Non Resident $144
HAPRA Class ID # TBD
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0".

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Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience Class Description Link

Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Show Obedience Companion Dog (CD) Class Description Link

Prerequisites for AKC Rally-O: Results O&M Two or Two Plus! and instructor permission, inquire!

Prerequisites for AKC Show Obedience (CD): Results - Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-O and instructor permission, inquire!

Join the first available session offered following your O&M Two or Two Plus! graduation.

Past participants in this class that are on break more than two sessions please attend an O&M - Level Two Plus! 'brush up' or inquire before returning*.
Questions? Call Mary T. 517 548 - 4536.

*Instructor reserves the right to transfer any pet that interferes with class flow to the remaining classes left in the current session of same location O&M Level Two Plus! class if it is currently running, see schedule above. No refunds will be given if a pet is transfered to O&M Two and is not able to attend O&M Two Plus! for any reason.

Bring to the first class: Your pet! Also health updates (if any), supplies from the last class and your RDT & PDS blue folder for handouts.

Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience New Start: July 2 - Tuesdays - Howell
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 7
Time: 5:00 - 5:45p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.

Howell Fees: Residents $114/Non Resident $124
HAPRA Class ID #TBD
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0".

Tentative - Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience Start: September 19 - Thursdays - Brighton

What Comes Next? You may continue to train in this class towards a Rally-O title or return for recreation.
Trainers at this level are always welcome to return to O&M Two Plus! which is offered year round.
Or consider Recreational Agility One which is offered late spring, summer and fall.

Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility - Level One Description Link

Rec. Agility One Start: Summer - Mondays - Howell
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
Please check back soon, thank you!

Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility - Level Two - Description Link

Rec. Agility Two Off Leash Start: April 22 - Mondays - Howell
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: May 20
Pre-requisite: Results - Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-O preferred,
or Results Obedience & Manners Two Plus! and Instructor Permission

Time Change! Updated April 17: 5:30 - 6:15p

Five classes - same trainer and pet.

Howell Fees: Residents $114/Non Resident $124
HAPRA Class ID #195094
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0".

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