GTHS Dog School - Georgian Triangle Humane Society

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society Dog School is run by our Certified Behaviour Specialist Erika.

We offer affordable opportunities and all proceeds go to supporting GTHS programs and services.

GTHS Dog School dog group classes take place outdoors, at the GTHS Animal Centre: 549 Tenth Line in Collingwood.

Descriptions of classes and services are below.

PUPPY MANNERS

Here, your puppy will learn positive social behaviours, develop confidence, and build a solid foundation of basic skills such as: sit, down, stay, recall, body handling and so much more.

Cost:
$140.00 + tax for 4 weeks

Duration:
45 minutes

Session	Date	Time
One April 4^thto April 25^th	1. April 4^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. April 11^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. April 18^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. April 25^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Two April 4^th to April 25^th	1. April 4^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. April 11^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. April 18^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. April 24^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Three May 2^nd to May 23^rd	1. May 2^nd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. May 9^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. May 16^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. May 23^rd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Four May 2^nd to May 23^rd	1. May 2^nd 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. May 9^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. May 16^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. May 23^rd 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Five May 30^th to June 20^th	1. May 30^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. June 6^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. June 13^th2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. June 20^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Six May 30^th to June 30^th	1. May 30^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. June 6^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. June 13^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. June 20^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Seven June 27^th to June 18^th	1. June 27^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. July 4^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. July 11^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. July 18^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Eight June 27^th to July 18^th	1. June 27^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. July 4^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. July 11^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. July 18^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Nine July 25^th to August 15^th	1. July 25^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. August 1^st 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. August 8^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. August 15^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Ten July 25^th to August 15^th	1. July 25^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. August 1^st 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. August 8^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. August 15^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Eleven August 22^nd to September 12^th	1. August 22^nd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. August 29^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. September 5^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. September 12^th, 2023,	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Twelve August 22^nd to September 12^th	1. August 22^nd 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. August 29^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. September 5^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. September 12^th, 2023,	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Thirteen Sept 19^th to October 10^th	1. September 19^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. September 26^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. October 3^rd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. October 10^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Fourteen Sept 19^th to October 10^th	1. September 19^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2. September 26^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3. October 3^rd 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4. October 10^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm

ADULT BASIC

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This class is geared towards teaching older puppies and adult dogs their basic cues such as: Leave it, go to place, touch, loose leash walking and recall with mild to moderate distractions.

Cost:
$140.00 + tax for 4 weeks

Duration:
45 minutes

Session	Date	Time
One April 17^th to May 8^th	1. April 17^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. April 24^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. May 1^st 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. May 8^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Two May 29^th to June 19^th	1. May 29^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. June 5^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. June 12^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. June 19^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Three June 26^th to July 17^th	1. June 26^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. July 3^rd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. July 10^th, 2023,	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. July 17^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Four July 24^th to August 21^st (Skipping August 7^th-Civic Holiday)	1. July 24^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. July 31^st 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. August 14^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. August 21^st 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Five August 28^th to September 25^th (Skipping September 4^th– Labour Day)	1. August 28^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. September 11^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. September 18^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. September 25^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
Six October 16^th to November 6^th	1 October 16^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	2. October 23^rd 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	3. October 30^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm
	4. November 6^th 2023	5:00pm – 5:45pm

ADULT INTERMEDIATE

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This class builds on foundations learned in Adult Basic. Dogs should already know basic cues to accomplish the best results. This weekly class involves proofing sit, down stays and recall with distance, duration, and distractions.

Cost:
$140.00 + tax for 4 weeks

Duration:
45 minutes

One May 29^th to June 19^th	1.May 29^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2.June 5^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3.June 12^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4.June 19^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Two June 26^th to July 17^th	1.June 26^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2.July 3^rd 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3.July 10^th, 2023,	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4.July 17^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
Three July 24^th to August 21^st (Skipping August 7^th-Civic Holiday)	1.July 24^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	2.July 31^st 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	3.August 14^th 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm
	4.August 21^st 2023	6:00pm – 6:45pm

TRAIN AND WALK

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Free virtual initial consultation to determine if this program is right for you and to discuss behaviours and pricing.

With this service your dog will learn the basis of on-leash walking and work on some poor leash manners your dog has acquired over time. With the train and walk program your dog will learn to walk politely on leash without tension (loose leash), keep their focus while walking and respond to known cues with different levels of distractions.

Depending on behaviour first session may be led with guardian and trainer.

Cost:
Training Walks 4x 40-minute sessions $120-$200

PRIVATE TRAINING SESSION: IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL

INCLUDES TRAINING VIDEOS & TRAINING HANDOUTS
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Private training sessions are great when you are unable to commit to group classes or if you have already taken our group classes but need some one-on-one training.

Some of the training we will work on are the following:
Loose Leash walking and leash manners
Recall
Look for Focus
Polite Leash Greetings
Jumping up
Biting on leash

Cost:
2 half hour sessions $125 + tax.
4 half hour sessions $250+ tax

To Register: Call (705) 445-5204 ext. 223

CANINE BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION TRAINING: IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL

INCLUDES TRAINING VIDEOS & TRAINING HANDOUTS
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Behaviour modification training takes an approach of replacing undesirable behaviours with desirable behaviours with the help of implementing positive reinforcement techniques. Our Behaviour Specialist is certified through the Counsel of Professional Dog Trainers CCPDT and has worked with varies behaviours such as reactivity, fearfulness, resource guarding, loose leash walking and much more.

During your consultation, we will evaluate present behavioural issues, examine behavioural history and discuss potential problem-solving methods. You will also be provided a personalized training and management plan with suggested touch points.

Cost: 1 hour includes training plan and follow-up email $150 + tax

FELINE BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION TRAINING: VIRTUAL

INCLUDES TRAINING VIDEOS & TRAINING HANDOUTS
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These sessions are held over zoom and run for 1 hour in length. This program is for cat guardians who need guidance on how to solve their cat’s behaviour concerns while understanding your cat’s unique quirks. We strive in helping you rebuild your relationship with your cat through behaviour modification techniques, clicker training, and enrichment. Some of the behaviours that we can help with are:

Aggression
Fearful/nervous
Improper urination/defecation
Inter-cat aggression
High energy
How to introduce a new animal to your cat the right way

During your consultation, we will evaluate present behavioural issues, examine behavioural history and discuss potential problem-solving methods. You will also be provided a personalized training and management plan with suggested touchpoints.

Cost: 1 hour includes training plan and follow-up email $150 + tax

CANINE AND FELINE BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION TRAINING FOLLOW UPS

Every pet is different and unique, which means some pets may learn faster than others and some pets take a bit more time. It is also important to remember that behaviour modification training is an on-going commitment and may require additional follow-up appointments for support and guidance.

Follow-up sessions are for clients that have already completed the initial consultation with a detailed training plan. Follow-up sessions will be geared towards working on exercises in the training plan.

Please note that sign-up for this course only happens after an initial consultation.

To Register: contact erika@gths.ca OR call 705-445-5204, ext. 217

MEET THE TRAINER

Erika’s love for animals started at a young age, where you could often find her riding her bike around town with a pack of neighbourhood dogs in tow or just at home with her abundance of animals. Erika is a Certified Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and has served in various animal care positions. Her most recent work was also in a shelter environment where she focused on canine and feline training using positive reinforcement. Erika has experience training a variety of dogs, with her primary focus and expertise on those that display behaviour issues. Erika is a Fear-Free Shelter graduate and a strong advocate for the humane care and protection of all animals.