Hamilton Dog Obedience Club

02/10/2024

Enrolments for term 4 are now OPEN.

COSTS
Course fee $100.
2024 club membership $20.

Term dates
23rd October - 11th December.

As part of this course, you will be required to bring along a bed that can be used outside for your dog, treats and a training pouch. Bumbags from Kmart or second-hand shops can be used as treat pouches. Dog roll can also be cut up into cost effective and highly motivating dog treats. Please see our pinned post for futher information before enroling.

To enrol in this class, you must also become a club member for 2024, please do this at this link once you finish enroling in the class.

If you have already completed our CD1 class, you will be sent an email to enrol in our CD2 or Parkour classes. If you do not recieve an email, but wish to join one of these classes, please message us to register your interest and we will send you the link to enrol.

We do not hold a wait list, so places in our classes are on a first come first served basis.

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

18/09/2024

Three of our CD1 graduates from last night with their certificates. Well done to all of our CD1 and CD2 dogs and handlers for completing the course, we look forward to seeing you again next term :)

08/08/2024

Last night was the start of our term 3 level 1 class with dogs. All pups and handlers did really well and we can't wait to see the progress they make over the duration of the course!

Many thanks to Metro Paws Doggy Daycare & Grooming Frankton for letting us use your amazing facilities this term so we can shelter from this wet and windy weather!

11/07/2024

MUST READ BEFORE ENROLLING.

There are a few things that we require you to provide to be able to participate in our classes. It is important to note that whilst all of these items can be acquired at low cost, there will be further costs beyond the initial enrolment fee.

- A dog bed is required. While we strongly recommend using a raised dog bed, you can use something as simple as a towel, a mat, or a regular dog bed on the floor. Please note that if it is on the floor it may get wet.

- Food rewards are also essential. These do not have to be expensive packaged treats. A good low cost option is Chunky or Possyum dog roll cut into small pieces. Regular kibble is usually not a good option as it is often not tasty enough to compete with the distractions we experience at class.

- A training pouch to store your food rewards. This needs to be easily accessible and hands free. Cheap bags with a waist belt are a good low cost option that can be found at Kmart or Op shops.

- Long lines up to 10m in length to use for certain activities. Horse lunge lines are cheaper than dog specific long lines and can be purchased from equestrian shops. Another low cost option is to make one with a length of rope attached securely to a clip.

- No choke/check chains or slip leads are permitted. Regular flat collars or harnesses, and standard leads are acceptable. Retractable/flexi leads are also not advised for classes due to numerous safety reasons.

The below is also required by either club policy or by council bylaw.

- If you have a female dog and she comes on heat, policy is that you leave your dog at home. You are welcome to attend without your dog so that you don't miss out on information.

- Under the Dog Control Act 1996, it is legally required for all dogs over 4 months to be registered and microchipped, with up to date registration tags clearly displayed.

If you have any further questions around these items and policies, please reach out to us via message or email.

Kind regards,
Hamilton Dog Obedience Club

10/07/2024

Enrolments for our level one class are now open. Level one classes will be held at Metro Paws Doggy Daycare & Grooming Frankton from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

Please follow the link below to enrol

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

29/05/2024

All classes cancelled 29.5.24.

Due to the adverse weather conditions and power outages across Hamilton, we have made the choice to cancel all of tonight's classes.

Stay safe if you are travelling!

Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Classes will resume as normal next week.

17/04/2024

Enrolments for our companion dog level one course are open!

to enrol in our term 2 course please follow this link,

https://www.trybooking.com/nz/RXR

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings at Melville Dog Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm. The course will run for 8 weeks.

Enrolments will close on the 3rd of May.

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills....

27/03/2024

Some of our students receiving their well-earned certificates for completing their level 1 and level 2 classes 🌟
Well done everybody, we look forward to welcoming you and your dogs back for the next level 🐾

20/03/2024

The two amazing students in our CD2 class experiencing lots of novelty items this week. Building their confidence, resilience and getting to have lots of new and fun experiences. Well done guys 👏🏼

One more week of classes before the end of term 1. If you're interesred in enrolling in either our CD1 or CD2 classes for term 2, keep an eye on our page over the coming weeks for when enrollments open.

28/02/2024

Some of our Companion Dog level 1 dogs and their handlers, learning how to walk nicely on the lead and how to be calm and relaxed on their beds 🤩🐾 well done everyone!

21/02/2024

Term 1 Companion Dog Class level 1 is now in full swing. We have lots of lovely dogs and their commited guardians learning how to be calm, focused and confident 🐾

If you are interested in taking your dog through our courses and want to see what we do, come down to the club grounds on a Wednesday at 6:30pm for a look and a chat :) if you do come down for a chat, please be mindful of bringing your own dog, as we don't want to disturb all of the dog's that are trying so very hard to learn.

17/01/2024

Enrolments for our level 1 course are now open. Please follow the link below to enrol. All attendees will need to enrol as club members for 2024. If you are a previous student wanting to enrol in one of our level 2 or masters classes please message us on facebook for enrolment instructions.

Level one class enrolment
https://www.trybooking.com/nz/QUH

Annual Club Membership 2024 (this does not secure you a place in our classes but is required to attend classes)
https://www.trybooking.com/nz/QUF

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings at Melville Dog Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm. The course will run for 8 weeks. To enrol in this class you must also...

05/01/2024

Term 1 course for 2024

Starts on Wednesday 7 February until Wednesday 27 March 2024
Enrolments open three weeks before the start of each term. The link to our online registration will be posted on this page when enrolments open (Term 1 is open from the evening of Wednesday 17 January) Please note that we do not run a wait list. Enrolments fill quickly. We are a volunteer organization and so have limited numbers of instructors.
Puppies can be enrolled once they are fully vaccinated.
Classes are on Wednesdays from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.

02/11/2023

How to help your pet during fireworks time.

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴... and while it is too late right now to desensitize our cats and dogs to the noises, here are a few safety tips for getting you through this time of year!

1. Stick to their normal routine. Make sure dogs have been walked and cats have their usual play time.

2. Bring them inside. Close cat/dog doors and if taking your dog out to toilet, do so early, and on lead. DO NOT take them out to watch...

3. Set up a hidey-hole/den and sound proof it if possible.

4. Close the curtains and turn on some background noise. It will reduce the suddenness and drown it out.

5. Some animals like thundershirts, so if yours is used to one, pop it on early. Don't try it for the first time tonight though! Calming caps or ear covers may also help.

6. Give them something delicious to eat or keep them occupied with food puzzles (e.g. a kong with meat in it)

7. Stay with them, and yes you can reassure them! If they want to be stroked, do so. If not, just stay nearby. Stay calm.

8. Feed high value food (if they can eat...) while it's happening. e.g. a peice of schmacko or a temptation for each bang.

9. Use Adaptil or Feliway (Calming pheremones) - The diffuser or sprays.

If your dog or cat really struggles, there ARE things we can do to help. Medications can help this year, and we can look at behaviour modification (desensitising) techniques for next season.
Noise sensitivity is something I can help you all with, so please- reach out and we can prepare for New Years or next fireworks season!

p.s. If you have horses- See our other post which covers management for them too!

26/09/2023

There are still some spaces in our Term 4 2023 classes starting 11 October. We train our dogs using only force free methods thereby building that all important relationship with the dog. Click on the link below to enrol.

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings at Melville Dog Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm. The course will run for 8 weeks. To enrol in this class you must also...

20/09/2023

Enrolments for our Term 4, 2023 Level one companion dog course are now open.
Please follow the link below the photo to enrol.
Enrolments are allocated on a first in first served basis. Please keep in mind that our class capacity is limited by the number of volunteer instructors available each term.
You will also need to become a club member to enrol in our classes, please follow this link to join. https://www.trybooking.co.nz/MPS

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings at Melville Dog Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm. The course will run for 8 weeks. To enrol in this class you must also...

10/09/2023

“My dog is so naughty. Every time he sees a dog, he barks and lunges. It's so embarrassing!” “He knows he's being naughty, but he does it anyway.” “When I tell him off, I can see his guilt but it doesn't stop him from doing it again.” Have you said or felt something similar? Reactivity i...

12/07/2023

We only have three spots left for our term three class!

Term three will be hosted at a new indoor venue (metro paws in Frankton) but will be the same games based training designed to build your relationship with your dog and promote concepts like confidence, focus and calmness 🐶

This course is suitable for any dog, and their handler looking to improve their dogs confidence, calmness, focus and general communication skills. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings at Metro Paws Doggie Day Care from 6.30 - 7.30pm. The course will run for 8 weeks. To enrol in this class you....