Field of Dreams - Pet Dog Levels Training and AKC Canine Good Citizen Training in Roanoke, VA
Levels Training
Descriptions of Each Level
SHELTER DOG DISCOUNT
We offer a 10% discount for shelter dogs. Documentation is required. May not be combined with other discounts.
MULTIPLE DOG DISCOUNT
We offer a 10% discount for multiple dogs in the same family in training at the same time. First dog is full price, additional dogs are discounted. May not be combined with other discounts.
- Orientation (see calendar for options)
- Begin Levels Training
- Dog Training ApplicationLevels Application for Dogs
- AKC S.T.A.R. Program (dogs under 1 yr.)
- AKC Canine Good Citizen (Level 4)
Level 1 begins with the basics. You will start teaching your dog to learn how to pay attention to you. You will also start teaching your dog to sit, down and come when called. Level 1 also starts teaching your dog to greet people politely.
Level 2 takes the exercises you learned in Level 1 and begins to build upon those skills. You will also start your loose leash training. You will also begin to teach your dog to ignore other dogs.
Level 3 begins to add distractions to the exercise you have learned in Levels 1 & 2. You will begin working on Stays. You will also begin to increase the distance for your recall exercise.
Level 4 culminates with the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. This is a series of 10 exercises that are put together in a skills test for you and your dog.
For dogs under 1 year we also offer the AKC S.T.A.R. Program.
At each level of training, not only will you be teaching your dog the obedience exercises we also include problem-solving behavior issues, like jumping, playbiting, chewing, digging, etc.
Levels Training FAQ
What is Levels Training?
Field of Dreams offers a 4-level pet manners/obedience training program. Each level will introduce new skills to you and your dog. In order to move from one level to the next, you and your dog must meet the criteria outlined in your Orientation package. During the Orientation class we will introduce you to the basics of training and how dogs learn. Each level has specific skill requirements that must be met before advancing to the next level. You progress through the levels at your own pace! As you progress through the levels, your dog will learn basic obedience and manners. The Levels Program trains using positive reinforcement and clicker training. The Levels Program are ongoing classes that offer you the flexibility to attend multiple classes during the week, attend on different days or even skip a week and not be left behind.
What are the Benefits of Levels Training versus traditional classes?
We offer Orientation class twice each month, the second Saturday and the forth Wednesday (see schedule) which means there is no start day, you have the opportunity to enroll in class sooner and not have to wait for a traditional 7 week course to start. How many times have you called about a class only to find out that it just started and another class won't be starting again for another 7-8 weeks? With the Levels Training, this won't happen.
Since all dogs will be working at the same level this will allow our instructors to better assist you and your dog.
You can stay in a Level as long as you like or rapidly meet the criteria in each level and progress quickly, the choice is yours!
Once you have moved to a higher level, you can revisit lower levels to brush up on previous learned skills.
Since dogs move in and out of the Levels at different times, your dog now has the opportunity to work around different dogs which provides new distractions.
If you need to take a week off, when you come back to class, you can pick up where you left off. You are not left behind.
You have the flexibility to attend class multiple times each week.
I have a new puppy, where does my puppy fit in the Levels Training?
If your puppy is 5 months or younger, you would begin attending our puppy classes. As soon as your puppy reaches 5 months of age, you and your puppy can sign up for attending Level 1.
- Orientation (see calendar for options)
- Dog Training Application
Orientation
Each student is required to attend a two-hour, one time only Orientation class. Orientation class is a people only class, no dogs in class. There is no charge to attend Orientation. The length of time you signed up for begins the first class you attend with your dog (see schedule).
What is the Cost of Levels Training?
You have the option of choosing from three different memberships: | Bronze (2 months) - $120 |
 | Silver (4 months) - $200 |
 | Gold (6 months) - $275 |
