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All Breeds Welcome!
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
Puppies from about 2 to 6 Months
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program is the AKC program designed to get puppies and their owners off to a great start. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy requires that owners attend a basic training course with their puppies. All dogs need the necessary components of the program including Socialization, Training, Activity, and a Responsible owner pledge.
Required Vaccinations:
2 DHPP, Bordatella
GOFI Pre-Canine Good Citizen (Pre-CGC)
6 months to 1 Year+
Is your dog under a year, and you are looking for a class that will provide him with a solid foundation for the AKC CGC test? This is the class for you! All dogs can be good dogs with a litte help from their owners. We help you become a good owner with a little bit of training and education
AKC Community Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Dogs over 1 Year
Looking to acheive your Therapy Dog Title? This class is required for completion and will fulfill 6 credits toward your goal of 60 credits to complete the track. Click here for more information.
GOFI Therapy Dog Track
1 Year and Above
Therapy Dog Course Description
How to meet and greet new people with calm enthusiasm in a variety of settings
Leash control and walking-no pulling, change of pace turning, polite behavior
Encountering potential real-life obstacles on a therapy visit
How to remain calm and handle distractions-maneuvering around medical equipment, crowds, loud noise, unexpected human and dog encounters, chaotic activity
Positional work for the optimal volunteer visit
Ignoring food and other enticing items on the floor or offered to the dog
Run through mock therapy test evaluation
Classes Conducted by GOFIDOG Trainers...
People You Can Trust!
Our guarantee to you:
We use positive motivational methods to train our dogs and encourage these methods in our classes. The views of instructional methods of each of the individual trainers are at the sole discretion of that trainer.
Refund Policy
Full refund MINUS a $40 processing fee up to 1 week before the start of class.
50% refund within 72 hours of the start of class.
No refunds after class has begun, CREDIT ONLY.
Returned checks incur a $25 fee.
ALL CLASSES MUST BE PAID IN FULL AT THE FIRST CLASS
We understand every circumstance is different, but if possible, please do not cancel at the last minute. This can take away spots in the class for other dogs.
These symbols will help show when the classes will be held. All other classes that are not currently running are marked as so but will resume as interest is expressed. If there's a class that we do not offer, fill out the survey with suggestions.
Required Vaccinations
DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines
All dogs are required to be up to date on the DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines. The DHPP vaccine protects against serious diseases: distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. Bordetella helps prevent kennel cough, a highly contagious respiratory illness, and is especially important for dogs in social or boarding environments. Rabies vaccination is legally required and protects against the deadly rabies virus; it is administered after the dog reaches 6 months of age. Proof of current vaccinations is necessary for participation in all dog-related activities.
In addition to the required core vaccines, several non-required but highly recommended vaccinations can help keep your dog healthy, especially depending on lifestyle, environment, and exposure risk:
Leptospirosis:
Protects against a bacterial infection spread through water, soil, and the urine of wildlife. Recommended for dogs who spend time outdoors, near standing water, or in wooded areas.
Lyme Disease:
Helps prevent infection from ticks carrying Borrelia burgdorferi. Ideal for dogs in tick-prone areas or those who hike, camp, or spend time in tall grass.
Puppy Track
S.T.A.R PUPPY
Thursday, January 15th 5:30-6:30
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks
Cost: $250; Testing on last day
Trainer: Dan
S.T.A.R PUPPY
Thursday, January 15th 6:30-7:30
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks
Cost: $250; Testing on last day
Trainer: Dan
CGC Track
Pre-CGC
Friday, January 16th -
6:00 pm -7:00 pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks
Cost: $250; No testing for class
Trainer: Dan
Pre-CGC 1
Thursday, March 12th -
5:30 pm -6:30 pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks
Cost: $250; No testing for class
Trainer: Dan
Pre-CGC 1
Thursday, March 12th - 6:30 pm - 7:30pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks Cost: $250;
No testing for class
Trainer: Dan
Pre-CGC 2
Friday, March 13th -
6:00 pm -7:00 pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
6 Weeks
Cost: $250; No testing for class
Trainer: Dan
CGC
Tuesday, March 10th -
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
5 Weeks, Exam on week 6
Cost: $250; Test + $30
Test Date: Last Class (Not mandatory)
Trainer: AB
CGC
Wednesday, Janurary 7th - February 11th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
GOFIDOG, 323 High Street, Walpole, MA
5 Weeks, Exam on week 6
Cost: $250; Test + $30
Test Date: Last Class (Not mandatory)
Trainer: Sue
Therapy Dog Class
Future Therapy Dog Teams:
This course provides an overview of what a prospective therapy dog and handler should expect to encounter during the evaluation process and real-life volunteer visits.
**Please note completion of this class class DOES NOT certify you as a therapy dog team.**
With any questions regarding the Therapy Dog program, testing or eligibility, please reach out to Deb Stamm at dstamm@gofidog.org
Max class size is 5 in therapy dog training classes due to the use of props and other training equipment. Please make sure to be in contact with Deb within 1 week of signing up.
General Track
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AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Dogs over 1 Year
The first step in passing the CGC test is actually all about you, the human! When you meet your evaluator to take the CGC test, you’ll read and sign the CGC Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge before your dog starts any of her activities. This promise shows that you’re committed to being the best dog owner you can be by always providing for your dog’s health and safety, ensuring that your dog never infringes on the rights of others, and doing everything within your power to ensure your dog is a great companion, community member, and friend. Click here for more information on the test.
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