6-Week Group Training Program

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Program Highlights:

• Group Class Environment
• Structured Training with Real-World Distractions
• Rotating Stations to Keep Dogs Engaged
• Focus on Reliability, Focus, and Obedience

Class Rules:

• Leash or long line required
• Minimum 6 ft between dogs
• No dog-to-dog greetings
• Bring high-value treats
• Advocate for your dog and create space when needed

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Weekly Training Progression:

Week 1 – Foundations

• Handler mechanics and timing
• Proper leash handling and reward delivery
• Marker training (clicker or verbal)
• Luring for movement and engagement
• Build name recognition and focus
  
  Goal: Clear communication and strong engagement.

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Week 2 – Implied Stay

• Place, Sit, and Down include duration
• No separate “stay” command
• Dog holds position until released
• Release word: “okay” + head tap
  
  Goal: Calm position holding with duration and light distractions.

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Weeks 3–4 – Heel

• Dog walks beside handler
• Shoulders at your leg, paws never pass shoes
• Dog stops when you stop
• No sniffing or wandering during heel
  Training Includes:
  • Auto-sit when stopping
  • Square and figure-eight patterns
  • Leash pressure response
    
    Goal: Calm, attentive walking.

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Week 5 – Recall (Come)

• Sequence:
  • Name → Come → Sit in Front → Release
    
    Training Includes:
  • Eye contact before recall
  • Straight, fast approach
  • Practice on leash progressing to long line
    
    Goal: Fast, reliable recall.

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Week 6 – AKC Canine Good Citizen Prep

• Prepare for the AKC CGC evaluation including:
  • Accept friendly stranger
  • Sit politely for petting
  • Walk on loose leash
  • Walk through a crowd
  • Sit, down, implied stay
  • Reliable recall
  • Calm around another dog
  • Stable with distractions
  • Calm supervised separation
    
    Goal: Reliable obedience in real-world environments.

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Prong Collar Use in Balanced Training

In balanced dog training, tools are used thoughtfully, fairly, and with clear communication in mind—and the prong collar is no exception. When introduced properly, a prong collar is not about punishment, but about clarity. It allows for precise, low-level pressure that mimics the natural corrections dogs use with one another, helping them better understand boundaries and expectations.

At Camden Canine Coaching, we prioritize education and proper fit before any tool is used. The prong collar is introduced at the right stage of training, paired with leash guidance, timing, and reward-based reinforcement. Dogs are not simply corrected—they are shown the right behavior and reinforced for making good choices.

Our goal is always to create a dog that is confident, responsive, and calm—not dependent on equipment. The prong collar is a communication tool, not a crutch, and as training progresses, we work toward reliability with minimal reliance on any tools.

When used correctly, the prong collar can be one of the most effective and humane ways to create clear communication between dog and handler, leading to safer, more enjoyable experiences for both.

Attendance & Scheduling

To get the most out of your training experience, we highly encourage attending each class. Every session is designed to build on the last, helping you and your dog progress smoothly and confidently.

Since this is a group class, we’ll be following the planned schedule and training progression for each date. If you happen to miss a class, no worries—you’re always welcome to schedule a private lesson during the week so we can help you catch up and keep things moving forward.

humane ways to create clear communication between dog and handler, leading to safer, more enjoyable experiences for both.

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