Canine Hoopers Beginner Classes

Run by an Accredited Canine Hoopers UK Instructor.

Canine hoopers, is a low impact, fun sport for dogs of all shapes and sizes. It is similar to agility in some ways, but does not include jumps or tight angles, so it can be suitable for dogs of all ages from young puppies up to their senior years.

The equipment involves floor level hoops to pass through, straight 80cm wide tunnels, and barrels to go around.

Generally it involves off lead work, but the initial techniques can be built up on lead with a harness if you dog is not able to run off lead just yet. The pace of progression can be adapted for your dog if it has special requirements, but to run a course of obstacles, your dog will need to be off lead. We can arrange for the rest of the group to be out of the way when it is your dog's turn if needed.

Handlers have the option of running with their dogs if they prefer a more active approach, or they can work on distance handling so that the dog can run ahead and the handler can stay in one place. This makes the sport suitable for handlers with lower activity levels or mobility restrictions.

Here is a YouTube video to demonstrate:

2018 dates currently full, please get in touch to be added to the 2019 waiting list.

‘Reactive’ Dog Classes

These classes are for dogs who can find walks difficult due to their feelings about other dogs - Your dog may bark, growl, lunge, or pull when it sees another dog, which can make walking difficult for both of you.

Over the 6 week course you and your dog will learn skills to improve your walks, and change the way you both feel about seeing these ‘triggers’. You will also get to know other dog owners who are facing similar problems and be able to discuss them with an understanding group of people and support one another.

Through the course you will:

• Learn how to avoid difficult situations
• Learn how to manage unexpected encounters
• Be able to recognise early signs that your dog is becoming uncomfortable
• Learn techniques to help your dog stay calm around other dogs
• Strengthen your relationship with each other

Classes are held outside to allow a lot of space between the dogs and keep them below threshold (you will learn about this on the course). The venue is:

South Hykeham Memorial Hall
Boundary Lane
South Hykeham
Lincoln
LN6 9NQ

The classes are limited to only 4 dogs to allow for individual attention and progress.

Course starting Sunday 4th November - 2 places left : 

Sunday 4th November 10.30am - 12noon (introductory workshop - no dogs)
Sunday 11th November 10.30 - 11.30am
Sunday 18th November 1 - 2pm
Sunday 25th November 10.30 - 11.30am
Sunday 2nd December 10.30 - 11.30am
Saturday 9th December 10.30 - 11.30am

If you cannot make these dates, please get in touch as I am looking into extra courses, and can offer private help.  

To book, please read and complete the booking form below and return it to: info@juvo-ab.co.uk Once I have read through the form and feel that the classes would be suitable for your dog, I will reserve your place and send payment details to you. The course costs £80 per dog, and places are only confirmed once full payment has been made.

Download the Reactive Dog Class Booking Form as a PDF or Word Document

Life Skills for Puppies Classes

For puppies aged 8 - 20 weeks old. Classes are based on the ‘Life Skills’ concepts outlined in the book ‘Life Skills for Puppies’ (purchased on Amazon).

The course lasts for 7 weeks including an initial behaviour and learning workshop. Throughout the course you will not only learn to teach your puppy important behaviours and cues, but will develop a greater understanding of your puppy and how they see the world around them while having lots of fun.

Along with basic cues and manners, you will teach your puppy important skills such as self control, coming when called, walking nicely on a loose lead, and appropriate social interactions.

The first week is owners only, and takes the form of a workshop to teach you how your puppy learns and sees the world. It will run between 10.15 - 11.45am the first week, but the following 6 weeks will last one hour.

COURSES CURRENTLY FULL - Please get in touch to be added to the late 2019 waiting list, or to arrange private sessions.

Reactive Dog Group

Any past or current clients working on 'reactivity' are welcome to join us for our monthly group sessions, and joing the online support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/243912979693847/about/

The venue is always outdoors and allows the space to carefully manage everyone and allow for using other dogs at a distance to practice with distractions.

If you are interested in coming along, please let me know so I have an idea of numbers, and can plan the session accordingly.

The aim is to offer you an opportunity once a month to have a catch up and continue to work on any training with my support.

It is £10 per dog.

Please get in touch for dates, or check the Facebook page for regular updates.

Life Skills for Beginners

This beginners course is suitable for any dog aged 5 months to senior age, who has not attended classes or training sessions before and would benefit from learning in a group environment.

These kind, reward based classes are tailored to each individual group, so along with basic training, manners, and expanding on things they already know in a different and more challenging environment, we will be adding in some brand new skills taking into account what everyone would like to achieve with the course.

Dogs attending these classes must be comfortable around other dogs. If your dog would not be comfortable in this environment but would still benefit from the content of the course, please get in touch to find out other ways I can help.

Rescue dogs are very welcome to join these classes, and children are also encouraged to come along and get involved provided they can be sensible around other people's dogs.