We are an AKC licensed
Conformation & Obedience Club
Associate Member
since 1979
Welcome
to VeniceDogClub.org
We're delighted that you've found our website!
The
Greater Venice Florida Dog Club is a diverse group of dog fanciers with
members from Venice, Sarasota, North Port, Nokomis, Osprey, Englewood,
Port Charlotte, Fort Myers and points in between.
Guests are most welcome at our club
meetings. The only requirement is love of
dogs.
Meetings
are held at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth TUESDAY of each month at
The South Venice Civic Association,
720 Alligator Drive.
Reservations for each class must be made and
paid for in advance. Class sizes are limited.
Contact Anita ArnoldDoubleAAcres1@aol.com
or call 941-429-1004
Classes
fill up early! Please contact
us about availability.
Not
all classes offered at each session.
We schedule future classes based on YOUR expressed interest.
Afternoon Obedience Classes are limited to 5 dogs per class for
those people who prefer more individual attention.
EVENING CLASSES
PUPPY
KINDERGARTEN
5:30 to 6:00 p.m.
6 week session
starting March 2, 2010
For
puppies 8-16 weeks. Introduction of basic obedience
skills and vocabulary including "Sit, Come, Down, Stay" and
controlled walking on leash. Class is very informal
with a focus on positive motivation and socialization.
You MUST
present current shot records to start of classes. The most
recent inoculation must have been given by a licensed
veterinarian.
BASIC
OBEDIENCE LEVEL 1
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Cost:
$90 per 6 wk session
starting March 2, 2010
BASIC
OBEDIENCE LEVEL 2
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Cost:
$90 per 6 wk session
starting March 2, 2010
Dogs
must be at least 5 months old for obedience classes. Class
emphasizes getting and keeping your dog's attention so
that it can be trained effectively. In this class we
will work on the commands: "Sit, Come, Down, Stay" on
leash.
RALLY
OBEDIENCE
7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
Cost: $90 per 6 wk session
starting March 2, 2010
Heeling is basic to all dog training sports but Rally Obedience goes beyond this by interspersing over forty obedience movements with the sits, turns and paces of traditional heeling. It also requires a brisk pace, positive and happy demeanor. Rally is not for those who desire an effortless activity that is fun and games. It is not simple or easy but if you enjoy working with your dog in a challenging partnership that will improve heeling and teamwork, and which develops great control over the dog, and then Rally is for you.
One great beauty of Rally is the courses can be designed so that dogs in all levels of training may participate. Our beginner’s course includes heel positioning, sits aided by the handler, turning paces, a sit stay and elements of the recall. As the dog gains skill, more difficult courses are designed which will improve advanced obedience or agility performances.
CONFORMATION
7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
Cost: $90 per 6 week session
starting March 2, 2010
Do
you have the next champion? Come learn how to show your dog!
Your
and your dog both learn the poise and the skills you'll need to be comfortable
in the show ring!
CANINE
GOOD CITIZEN
not currently offered
Designed
to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the
community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a
program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners
and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step
CGC test may receive a certificate from the American
Kennel Club.
Dogs
must already have completed the CGC certification.
Classes are devoted to preparing the students (human and
canine) for conditions they may encounter in a nursing home,
school or hospital setting.
Not all classes offered at each session.
We schedule future classes based on YOUR expressed interest.
To
participate in these classes with your dog, you MUST
present current shot records prior to start of classes. The most
recent inoculation must have been given by a licensed
veterinarian.
Reservations for each class must be made and paid for in advance.
Class sizes are limited.
Membership
We
are a diverse group of individuals with one thing in common: love of our canine companions. We are dog
owners, handlers, judges, trainers, breeders, those interested in conformation, obedience,
search & rescue, breed rescue, and dog sport in general. We welcome new members with new interests and
look forward to laughing, growing & learning together.
Greater
Venice Florida
Dog Club
is AKC Licensed
A
"Frequently Asked Questions" webpage is currently under
construction but please feel free to contact
us with any questions.
Home
2010 GVFDC Dog Show! Oct 9-10, 2010
WHERE:
Turner Agricultural- Civic Center
For
puppies 8-16 weeks. Introduction of basic obedience
skills and vocabulary including "Sit, Come, Down, Stay" and
controlled walking on leash. Class is very informal
with a focus on positive motivation and socialization.
Dogs
must be at least 5 months old for obedience classes. Class
emphasizes getting and keeping your dog's attention so
that it can be trained effectively. In this class we
will work on the commands: "Sit, Come, Down, Stay" on
leash. 
Heeling is basic to all dog training sports but Rally Obedience goes beyond this by interspersing over forty obedience movements with the sits, turns and paces of traditional heeling. It also requires a brisk pace, positive and happy demeanor. Rally is not for those who desire an effortless activity that is fun and games. It is not simple or easy but if you enjoy working with your dog in a challenging partnership that will improve heeling and teamwork, and which develops great control over the dog, and then Rally is for you.
Do
you have the next champion? Come learn how to show your dog!
Dogs
must already have completed the CGC certification.
Classes are devoted to preparing the students (human and
canine) for conditions they may encounter in a nursing home,
school or hospital setting.