PREP (Positive Reinforcement Experience & Practice) Class

Cost: $20

1 two-hour class session This introductory class is a prerequisite for most TCCA courses. Go to list of all courses to view prerequisites for classes.

In one class session, learn the secrets of positive reinforcement training and begin to develop your own skills using this powerful tool. Positive Reinforcement is the training method of choice for zoos, aquariums, and animal behavior specialists.  WHY?  Because 30 years of research has proven that it works without harming the relationship between trainer and animal.  At TCCA, we train with positive reinforcement as our first and foremost method in every class.  We want all of our clients to be empowered by this method as well.  PREP Class allows everyone to start with the same base knowledge in every class they take.  Your dog will THANK YOU for taking this class.

Special Notes:  This course is for humans only, so you can learn to be clear when training your dog.  Clarity is kindness and will get you much faster results.  Please do not bring your dog to this class.

This course is best suited for:  everyone who wants to learn how to use dog-friendly training techniques to effectively train their dog while building a great relationship.  This class is a prerequisite for most TCCA courses.

Min/Max Enrollment: 4/8

Bring the Following to Class: TCCA will provide everything you need for this class.  You might want to bring something to take notes.

You will learn:
-  how to use current, dog-friendly training methods to help your dog learn quickly
-  to avoid common training pitfalls which can harm the relationship you have with your dog
-  how to use marker signals to communicate with your dog to encourage desirable behaviors
-  to train behaviors using different techniques
-  to practice timing for greater clarity
-  to understand training from your dog’s perspective