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NEW? There is much information here, to navigate in a concise way please scroll down to Entry Level and Returning Group Classes.
I offer small group classes through Brighton Community Ed (BCE) and the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority (HAPRA).
This page is best viewed on a larger screen if possible!
2019 - Celebrating 38 years!
Next: Winter 2020, please check back for dates! A great fix for cabin fever!
Results - Pawformance Sports! trainers, if prerequisites are met, consider doing a drop in offering for extra help or fun!
Hilton Elementary Gym - Door #2, 9600 Hilton Road - Park on east side lot.
These specials were long time offerings for years. I'm pleased that the gym available to us on a Saturday - thanks to Jodie Valenti/BCE Enrichment!
Fee: $28 per offering. Bring correct cash or check payable to: BCE to the offering.
Interested? Sign the sheet at class, call or send an email. When minimum interest is met, the gym will be reserved.
Attending? Call my Bark Line at (517) 548-4536, email or sign sheet at class so I may plan for handouts.
Pre-Agility! Prerequisite: Results Puppy or Obedience & Manners trainers with
Retrieve! For backyard fun or field pups and dogs! Channel your retriever's instinct and drives in a positive way!
Manners Rule!
Reactive? Relax...
Kids & K9s Obedience, Grooming, Agility Jump and Mini Tunnel Intro.
Grooming Basics & Extra Tips Brushing, nails, ears, trimming, bathing, etc. Not meant to teach clipping or hand stripping.
Meet the Instructor If you are wondering if your pet may be a good fit for my 'hands on training', consider a meet with me. OR if your pet has had recent training and is comfortable in a group class, consider an evaluation. Other pets may present in the area of the gym. Note as my training program is based on hands on, not clickers, treats and/or electronics - do not bring these or pretend to use them at your evaluation.
Bring your training equipment, a non-skid mat or rug for your pet and the completed (link:) Trainer Information Form & Rules along with a copy of your pet's health record.
Note - you may attend Brighton or Howell regardless of your regular/past class location.
Fee: $28* - per class. Bring correct cash OR a check.
Attending? Please Advise at class, send an email or call my "Bark Line" office 517 - 548 - 4536 if coming before 3p the day of class.
Confirm offering is available at class posting below before coming!
I hope to see you and your pup! Thanks, Mary T.
Welcome and thank you for your interest!
Signing Up? While most classes fill early, sometimes an offering will not meet minimum in time for staff scheduling.
Remember to use the class name and class ID # if known when registering and confirm dates and times.
Registering Late? If it is late the day of offering be sure to bring your class payment receipt with you.
Curious about attendance? See my small class size rosters at my Trainer's Bark News - on line newsletter! Click HERE and scroll down.
#1 New? Read Program Information .
#2 Read Trainer Information Form & Rules.
Pets must have two distemper, parainfluenza and parvo vaccines, a clear fecal check (ideally within' thirty days prior to class for puppies and a rabies vaccine is s/he is six months or older per MI law.
Please bring a copy of the latest health record for your pet for my file. Note, if you don't have a copier, I can make a copy and return your original at the following class.
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.
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!
Note a traffic signal is at the Old US-23 & Hilton Road intersection.
Hilton Elementary Google directions
If using GPS, enter the address above!! HAPRA has several facilities, including the pool at the HS complex.
Howell Recreation Bennett Center Google directions
For a well trained companion, please consider the following classes.
REGISTER with BCE or HAPRA to hold a spot for your pet!
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).
If "Wait" list appears for your selection because an offering has filled, consider getting wait listed. Last minute openings occasionally occur.
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.
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 must contact HAPRA direct. The instructor (Mary T.) has no authority to grant refunds or credit vouchers. There will be no vouchers for no-show attendance or for going to a wrong location.
Walk in - the BCE Office is at 850 Spencer Road, Brighton in the Miller building.
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.
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.
Note! There is a resident and non-resident fee structure for Howell Puppy and Obedience & Manners Level One classes due to tax support.
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.
Brighton Community Ed: If Brighton Area Schools are closed, our evening classes are cancelled and every attempt will be made to rescedule. Major cancellations will be broadcast on WHMI (93.5 FM), WJR (760AM and/or WDIV (Channel 4).
Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority: "We try our best to follow Howell Public Schools for our Enrichment Class cancellation." Attempts will be made to reschedule. "If a decision is not made by 3p, assume class is running." Class cancellation may be posted at the "Howell Recreation" Facebook page. WHMI.com lists school closures. The HAPRA office number after 3p for recording is: 517 - 546 - 0693.
Classes following are terrific for those that are enjoying training!
To register: Sign the sheet at class, send an email or call my office 'Bark Line' at 517 - 548 - 4536 and provide your name, pet's name, last class attended and the class/start date you will be attending Be sure to leave contact information. Email will be sent to confirm class prior to the start date. Payment in full (cash or check payable to Mary T. Ratelle) is due at the first class. Checks not clearing, $30 fee per refusal.
Advanced classes require either the base Puppy class on Monday eves or Obedience & Manners Level One on Tuesday eves to fly. Thus they are advertised as pending until minimum registration for each base class is met. Referrals are appreciated!
See info posted at each advanced offering. Pets that are in the system (Brighton or Howell) are eligible for advanced classes if prerequisites are met. Pending is noted at class listing until Puppy or O&M One class meets minimums per HAPRA #. Note that every effort is made to maintain class schedules as advertised, class date(s) may be subject to change. If a class is missed, a makeup in Brighton is not available as contracts are different. Drop in classes for a fee may be available, inquire.
Regarding registration, contact information and/or payment contact the correct office above per class location.
Regarding instruction and my classes only, please email me, Mary T. Ratelle:
NO PETS at the first class!
Location: Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
Classes #2 - #6 with pets: 6:30-7:15p
Howell Fees: Residents $124/Non Resident $134
No class: 10/31 and 11/28
BCE Fee: $124
No class: 1/30
BCE Fee: $128
Location: Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
No class: 2/17
Classes #2 - #6 with pets: 6:30-7:15p
Howell Fees: Residents $124/Non Resident $134
Pre-requisite: Results Brighton OR Howell Puppy Class Graduate up to seven months and/or instructor permission with the same Puppy Class trainer. You may attend either location!
Attending? Let me know, thanks! Mary T.
Bring: Payment. Health record updates if any & all supplies and equipment from your last class.
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (See top of page for parking and more information).
Dates: Thursdays 11/14 is Class #3 Canc. due to musical program, moved to Friday 11/15; 11/21 is Class #4; 12/5 is Class #5; Friday 12/13 is Class #6
Dates: Thursdays 2/6 is Class #3; 2/13 is Class #4; 2/20 is Class #5; Friday 2/27 is Class #6
Time: Check in and pay at 6:15. Class time: 6:20 - 7:10p
Bring $28 Correct cash or check per class. Sorry, no CCs. Check payable to: BCE (Brighton Comm. Ed.)
Location: Bennett Center, 925 W. Grand River (See top of page for parking and more information).
Dates: Mondays: 11/18 is Class #3; 11/25 is Class #4; 12/2 is Class #5: 12/9 is Class #6.
Dates: Pending Mondays: 2/10 is Class #3; 2/24 is Class #4; 3/2 is Class #5: 3/9 is Class #6.
Time: Check in and pay at 6:20. Wait outdoors (not in lobby) until invited in, as there is a class prior. Class 6:30 - 7:20p.
Bring $28 Correct cash or check per class. Sorry, no CCs. Check payable to: Mary T. Ratelle
Prerequisite: Recent Results Puppy or Obedience & Manners - Level One Class trainer and
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (west of US-23)
Register early to avoid disappointment, this class usually fills!
NO PETS at the first class!
Classes #2 - #6 with pets are 6:20 - 7:20p
BCE Fee: $154
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 #4 and/or #5 and #6 of a currently running O&M One session.
Please plan to attend the fourth and/or fifth if you wish to attend week six. It is simply too distracting to others you attend the last/class #6 only when O&M Level Two evaluations take place.
Attending? Inform the instructor, Mary T. that you are coming.
Bring: Payment. Health record updates if any & all supplies and equipment from your last class.
Fee: $28 per class.
Location: Hilton Elementary, 9600 Hilton Road (See top of page for parking and more information).
Time: Check in & pay at 6:10p. Class time: 6:20 - 7:20p.
Dates: 11/20 - Class #4; 12/4 - Class #5*; 12/11 - Class #6*
Fee: $28 per class. Bring correct cash or check payable to: "BCE".
Prerequisite: Recent Results trainer and pet that have successfully completed O&M Level One and instructor permission.
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.
Fee: $134 - Cash or check payable to: Mary T. Ratelle. Sorry, no CCs are accepted for this class.
BCE Fee: $134
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.
O&M Level Two Returns with an AKC Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog Interest:
The trend of 'fake' therapy, emotional and service dog endorsements do not take the place of good training and testing.
Bring to the first class:
Your pet! Also health updates (if any), supplies from the last class and your RDT & PDS blue folder
BCE Fee: $114
Fee: $114 - Cash or check payable to: Mary T. Ratelle. Sorry, no CCs are accepted for this class.
Read the class description and prerequisites before registering, click on the above header link that interests you.
This class is shared. Welcome are recreational or show AKÇ Rally-O and serious (while having fun!) show trainers wishing to title in formal obedience (BN, CD) and conformation (championships). (Recreational adanced obedience trainers are asked to join the O&M Two Plus or Rally classes.)
The main core here is for AKC title competition. If you have an interest in showing and titling in United Kennel Club (UKC) or Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) events, advise. I can help you. Show trainers are expected to learn the rules and socialize their dogs at dog events to compliment the training received at class. There are many shows within reasonable driving distance of Livingston County. More information is available at class.
Prerequisites for AKC Beginner Novice (BN) or 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!
Prerequisites for AKC Conformation Champion (Ch): Results - Pawformance Puppy Class! and instructor permission, inquire!
*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.
Questions? E-mail or call Mary T. Bark Line: 517 - 548 - 4536.
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
BCE Fee: $114
Agility One: Pre-requisite: Results O&M Level Two or Two Plus! or Rally-O (preferred) and Instructor Permission
Agility Two: Pre-requisite: Pawformance Sports! Agility One and Instructor Permission
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
Time: 5:30 - 6:15p (Arrive at 5:20 if your schedule allows).
Five classes - same trainer and pet.
Fee: $114 - Cash or check payable to: Mary T. Ratelle. Sorry, no CCs are accepted for this class.
Group Class Registration Information and Schedule
Then follow steps #1 through #5 to help ensure a great class fit for your pet!
Thank you, Mary T., Training Director - Instructor
RESULTS CLASSES & PAWFORMANCE SPORTS!
Saturday Specials! Drop In & Pay Opportunites for Results - Pawformance! Trainers - at Brighton Hilton Elementary
Exercise pups on grassy 'islands' in between parking lot and side drive.
Enter directly into gym through solid door. Entrance #2,
Scroll down for further directions and Google link.
I will have singles available for change if needed. Sorry - no CCs for these offerings.
Note: Payment in full is due at the start of the first class, pay instructor upon arrival.
NSF Checks not clearing subject to BCE policy.
When a date is shown by a topic, the minimum interest has been met.
Be sure to share your interest(s) from the choices below. Thank you, Mary T.
Topics offered per interest:
current or past participating pets that are well mannered.
Pets that have attended this offering before are welcome to return!
Terrific for socializing, exercise and confidence building.
I will have an assortment of low and safe agility jumps, hoop and a mini-tunnel.
Pups will be walking over (with respect to growth plates still closing) Much fun!
A terrific special for pure bred and mixed breed pups that love to pick items up.
Training tools and tips to promote retrieving with manners to hand, singles and doubles.
Bring a long line, a quiet non-roll chew toy(s) for your pet and it's non-skid rug. Keep toy(s) hidden until needed.
Do you have a pet that is stubborn (at times), sassy and determined? Are you in need of extra help?
Consider attending this instead of a private lesson. Many past participants have sent thank you notes!
Tips and drills to help your pet feel more relaxed around other pets and people.
Bring your pet's favorite non-squeak and non-roll toys along with it's non-skid mat or rug.
Prerequisite: Results O&M Level One pet graduate or well behaved Puppy Class graduate and junior handler age seven to twelve years old.
Junior handler must be able to physcially hold the pet. Parent to be in attendance for class.
Bring: Results blue folder for hand outs, equipment from last class and grooming equipment i.e. comb and/or brush and pet's non-skid rug or mat.
Advanced class consideration? Note there are no guarantees of move ups, but the instructor will give respectful consideration if base training is in alignment with training here. Bring proof of past class attendance (certificates or ?) if you wish to be considered for move ups.
Drop In & Pay Extra Training Opportunity for In House Results - Pawformance Sports! Trainers
Your trainer information form is on file. Bring health updates - if any. Inquire if you have Q's.
Brighton location, check payable to: "BCE".
Howell location check to: "Mary T. Ratelle".
Checks not clearing/$30 per refusal.
Both locations, I will have singles for change if needed.
NO CC's are accepted for DI&P at either location.
Check in and pay upon arrival before training, thanks!
Do not contact the BCE or HAPRA office.
Inclement weather guidelines apply! Scroll down FMI
2019 Entry Level and Returning Group Class Information and Schedule
Please register at least one week early to avoid disappointment!
NEW - Howell Parks & Rec is closing Puppy and Obedience & Manners One early! See dates posted by each offering below.
Registering early helps to ensure that building staff can be scheduled before deadlines arise.
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.
Before registering, please follow Steps #1 - #5:
Here you will also FAQs at the bottom of the page, then return to this Schedule page.
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:
(The combo vaccine is not required to be given at once, if your vet administers separate vaccines, that is fine providing coverage is provded.)
Titers documented on veterinary letterhead are accepted!
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.
#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.
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!
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).
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.
#5 Read the Class Descriptions and Schedule below.
Scroll down to find your class - note color coded classes! Note dates and check your calendar.
#6 Want to join a class?Follow registration instructions noted at each offering below.
NOTE: Classes are organized by color coded paw prints:
Scroll down and look for matching paw color to find offering dates, fees and how to register.
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.
Pawformance Sports! Pre-Agility / Retrieve!
A special for Results Puppy or O&M One Class well mannered pets. Older pups are welcome!
Have fun while waiting 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 #4 and/or #5 and #6 for pets that are in need of a little more practice at this level.
If you missed class #6 and wish to do O&M Two, please do minimum of #5 and #6 of this offering before attending O&M Two.
Class #6 has new exercises to introduce and practice with your pet before attending O&M Two.
Obedience & Manners (O&M) Two
Offers Canine Good Citizen practice. Please take this offering soon after your O&M One finish.
If much time has passed since your O&M One class, do the O&M One Extra prior to attending O&M Two.
Q's? Call or email instructor. Bark Line: (517) 548-4536
Enjoying training? See more classes available for returning Results trainers below for recreation or show!
Incoming Six Week Puppy Class and Obedience & Manners Level One Group Trainers
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.
Be sure to list a phone number you can be reached at on short notice if an opening occurs.
The instructor (Mary T.) has no authority to grant refunds or credit vouchers. There will be no refunds 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.
(Behind the BECC building which is on the hill.)
Howell Parks & Rec Office
Register by phone with credit card: (517) 546-0693, ext. 0 during regular M-F business hours.
Resident Fee: City of Howell, Howell Township, Oceola, Genoa and Marion Township Residents /Non-residents are all others.
Fees by each class below are listed resident / non-resident.
Inclement weather?
Returning Trainers - Having fun?! There's more available for you and your pup!
Wonderful for pets that 'need a job' or confidence building.
Meet new friends and keep your pet's manners and training progressing.
Pawformance Sports! Retrieve! - One Saturday - Special for fun or field, sporting dogs and mixed breeds welcome. See top of this page FMI.
Pawformance Sports! Pre-Agility / Retrieve! A special for Results Puppy or O&M One Class well mannered pets. Older pups are welcome!
Pawformance Sports! Kids & K9s - One Saturday - Obedience, Grooming, Agility Jump and Mini Tunnel Intro. See top of this page FMI.
Obedience & Manners (O&M) Two
Offers Canine Good Citizen practice. Please take this offering soon after your O&M One finish.
If much time has passed since your O&M One class, do the O&M One Extra prior to attending O&M Two.
Q's? Call or email instructor. Bark Line: (517) 548-4536
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! AKC Rally-Novice Obedience - Recreational or Show; AKC Beginner Novice (BN) Show, AKC Companion Dog (CD) or Conformation Show.
Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility - Level One - Intro & Sequences
Assorted jumps (boards, bars, spreads) and Rally style weaves.
Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility Level Two
Sequences & Courses of obstacles in Rec. Agility One.
Pawformance Sports! AKC Conformation Structered Five Week Class
Brighton Advanced Classes at Brighton Hilton Elementary, register with Brighton Comm. Ed. or follow instructions listed if a pay at class. Classes have minimums & maximums. Register early to avoid disappointment. If a class is missed, a makeup in Howell is not available as contracts are different. Drop in classes for a fee may be available, inquire.
Howell Advanced Classes (Adv-H): at Howell Rec/Bennett Center at 925 W. Grand River, register directly with the instructor/Mary T. Classes have minimums & maximums. Register early to avoid disappointment.
QUESTIONS?
Warning! Training with us may be habit forming - pets and people have fun!
RDT & PDS Puppy Class Description Link
Puppy Start: First class only is Tuesday, October 29, then Mondays - Howell
End: Monday, December 9 (As class on 11/11 was cancelled.)
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p, no pets.
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.
HAPRA Class ID #395020
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0" or on line.
Puppy Start: First class only Wednesday, October 30, then Thursdays starting November 7. Last class only Fri. December 13 - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p, no pets.
Class #3 on 11/14 moved to Friday, 11/15 (Musical planned Tues., 11/12 is rescheduled to Thurs. due to the snow storm on Tues. 11/12. )
Last class only is a Friday, Dec. 13
Classes #2 - #6 with pets 6:20 - 7:10p
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.
BCE Class ID: #454-f19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: Call BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
Puppy Start: First class only Wednesday, January 15 then Thursdays starting January 23. - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p, no pets.
Last class: February 20
Classes #2 - #6 with pets 6:20 - 7:10p
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.
BCE Class ID: #454-f20a
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: Call BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
PENDING: Puppy Start: Monday, January 27 - Howell
End: Monday, December 9 (As class on 11/11 was cancelled.)
First class only is 6:20 (check in) 6:30 - 8:45p, no pets.
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.
HAPRA Class ID #TBD
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: HAPRA w/credit card: 517 - 546 - 0693 ext. "0" or on line.
RDT & PDS Puppy Plus! Description Link
Please click on the description link header above for more detailed information.
DO NOT call or try to preregister with BCE or HAPRA.
Email me or call the Bark Line 517 - 548 - 4536 (my phone) anytime before 3p on the day of class 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.
Puppy Plus! Drop In & Pay - Brighton
Note: I only have singles available for change.
Puppy Plus! Drop In & Pay - Howell
Note: I only have singles available for change.
RDT & PDS Puppy PreAgility Description Link
pup under one year Grad and/or instructor permission.
Puppy PreAgility! - Saturday Special - Winter 2020 - Brighton
End: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 2:30p - 3:30p.
One class - same trainer and pet.
This was much fun!
Obedience & Manners (O&M) - Level One Description Link
Next: O&M One Start: Wednesdays, October 30 - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary Gym
No Class: November 27
End: December 11
First class only is 6:20p (check in), 6:30 - 8:45p, no pets.
Six classes - same trainer and pet.
Household member(s)? See Program Information.
BCE Class ID: #455-f19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
O&M Level One Extra! - Drop In & Pay
Terrific prior to joining O&M Two if your pet has been on break or needs extra practice!
Class #4 is the end of 'boot camp'. 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.
DO NOT call or try to preregister with BCE or HAPRA.
Email me or call the Bark Line 517 - 548 - 4536 (my phone) before 3p on the day of class 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.
O&M One Extra! - Brighton - Wednesday
*You must attend #5 to attend #6.
Note: I only have singles available for change.
Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level Two - Description Link
Graduates of this class are welcome to return for extra practice or a Brush-Up with the same trainer.
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: November 4 - Mondays - Howell
Confirming this class will fly, thanks!
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: December 9 (As class on 11/11 was canc. due to snow.)
Time: 7:30 - 8:15p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.
Note: Payment in full is due by the start of the first class, pay instructor directly at class.
NSF Checks not clearing subject to $30 fee each time a check does not clear.
Joining? Call my Bark Line at (517) 548-4536 so I may plan for handouts. Thank you, Mary T.
O&M Two Start: November 6 - Wednesdays - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
No Class: November 27
End: December 11
Time: 7:30 - 8:15p
Five classes - same trainer and pet
BCE Class ID: #456-f19b
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
With optional AKC BN or Therapy Dog practice
O&M Level Two Plus! Description Link
This class shares class time with O&M Level Two.
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.
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.
and your dog's park-it non-skid rug or mat.
O&M Two Plus! Start: November 6 - Wednesdays - Brighton
Location: Hilton Elementary
No Class: November 27
End: December 11
Time: 7:30 - 8:15p
Five classes - same trainer and pet
BCE Class ID: #486-f19a
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
O&M Two Plus! Start: November 4 - Mondays - Howell
Confirming this class will fly, thanks!
Location: Howell Bennett Rec Center, 925 W. Grand River
End: December 9 (As class 11/11 was cancelled due to snow.)
Time: 7:30 - 8:15p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.
Note: Payment in full is due by the start of the first class, pay instructor directly at class.
Joining? Call my Bark Line at (517) 548-4536 so I may plan for handouts. Thank you, Mary T.
NSF Checks not clearing subject to $30 fee each time a check does not clear.
Pawformance Sports! Recreational Rally-O and Obedience and Conformation Show Classes
Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience Class Description Link
Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Show Obedience Companion Dog (CD) Class Description Link
Conformation - Structured Show Classes
Please join the first available session offered following your graduation. Past obedience participants in this class that are on break more than two sessions please attend an O&M - Level Two Plus! 'brush up' or inquire if you are a conformation trainer before returning*.
Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience (w/CD) CANCELLED Start: November 7 - Thursdays & last class only Friday, Dec. 13 - Brighton
No Class: November 28
End: Last class only is Friday, December 13 (was Dec. 12, moved due to a Hilton Ele. conflict).
Time: 7:30 - 8:20p
Five classes - same trainer and pet.
CANCELLED Sorry, mnimum not met.
Confirm start & end dates when registering.
Register: BCE w/credit card: 810 - 299 - 4130 or on line.
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 and Two Description Link
Rec. Agility Two Start: November 4 - Mondays - Howell
Confirming this class will fly, thanks!
End: December 9 (As class 11/11 was cancelled due to snow.)
Note: Payment in full is due by the start of the first class, pay instructor directly at class.
NSF Checks not clearing subject to $30 fee each time a check does not clear.
Joining? Call my Bark Line at (517) 548-4536 so I may plan for handouts. Thank you, Mary T.