NEWS!  The AKC Canine Good Citizen test was administered in Edgefield, SC on Saturday, July 10, 2010.  Four dogs passed all 10 requirements and are new Canine Good Citizens.  Congratulations to all! 

Take The Lead, Inc. offers
PRIVATE LESSONS!

Whether you are just beginning, or have been working with your dog for years, we offer one-on-one training and coaching for you and your canine friend.
Contact Pat for details.

Take The Lead, Inc. offers group classes for puppies (10-20 weeks of age) and dogs over 20 weeks old, at 2 convenient locations.
Contact Pat for details

Aiken Classes
Pre-Registration for these classes is required through the City of Aiken, Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department at 803-642-7631.
All classes are held indoors at the Odell Weeks Center on Whiskey Road.

Puppy Class
Held on Tuesday evenings, July 27 - August 31, 2010;  5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Held on Wednesday evenings, September 1 - October 13, 2010 (no class on September 15);  5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Held on Tuesday evenings, November 2 - December 7, 2010;  5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Puppies should be ten weeks to twenty weeks of age as of the first class date. This class runs for six weeks. The AKC S.T.A.R. (Socialization, Training, Activity, Responsibility) test will be offered during the last class to those puppies and owners who qualify.  Classes are designed to provide owners with information on how to handle a new puppy. Puppies must have record of two sets of shots.

Basic Dog Training
Held on Tuesday evenings, July 27 - August 31, 2010;  7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Held on Wednesday evenings, September 1 - October 13, 2010 (no class on September 15);  7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Held on Tuesday evenings, November 2 - December 7, 2010;  7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
 

Dogs should be at least five months old for this class. This class runs for six weeks. Your dog will learn the basic commands of come, sit, down, stay, wait, stand, etc. We will cover basic care of dogs and what to expect as the training progresses. You must provide a copy of your dog's rabies certificate.

Edgefield Classes
Classes are held Indoors at St. Mary's Catholic Church Parish Center, located next to the Village Blacksmith Shop on Jeter Street in Downtown Edgefield.  Use the parking lot behind the church.  Pre-registration is required.

The next class sessions in Edgefield are currently planned for Fall 2010.  Pre-registration is REQUIRED.  PLEASE Contact Pat if you are interested in an Edgefield class.  Pre-registration is necessary for us to determine if there is enough interest to hold the class.  In order for your dog to receive the benefits of socialization and interaction, the class must have a minimum of four (4) dogs.  To insure that each student has the opportunity for individual attention, class size is limited to a maximum of eight (8) dogs.
If you missed the last sessions, don't miss out on signing up for this session!

Puppy Training Class
Held on 7 consecutive days or evenings, dates and times to be determined for Fall 2010 class.
For Puppies ten weeks to twenty weeks of age
Proof of two sets of shots is needed
This class runs for six weeks and the AKC S.T.A.R. test will be offered on the 7th week.
Designed to provide owners with information on how to handle a new puppy.
Puppies will learn a variety of skills and commands.
Class fee is $80.00 which covers the full 7 week session.
The AKC S.T.A.R. (Socialization, Training, Activity, Responsibility) test will be offered during the last class to those puppies and owners who qualify.
 

Good Manners Dog Training Class
Held on 7 consecutive days or evenings, dates and times to be determined for Fall 2010 class.
Dogs should be at least five months old for this class.
This class runs for six weeks and the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test will be offered on the 7th week.
Your dog will learn the basic commands of come, sit, down, stay, wait, stand, etc.
We will cover basic care of dogs and what to expect as the training progresses.
Proof of rabies vaccination is needed.
Class fee is $80.00 which covers the full 7 week session.
EXTRA!  The AKC Canine Good Citizen Test will be offered after the class is completed.

Contact Pat for details.