Come learn how to show your dog.
The Afternoon Handling classes are held from 4-5PM every Tuesday of each month at Just Dogs Academy located at Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital, 3515 Lawrence St., Clemmons, NC 27012. Park in the lot across the street. Classes are behind the hospital and held upstairs.
Please check our Events & Activities page in advance to be sure classes are being held, classes do not run 12 months out of the year!
Join the fun and get expert advice and training on showing your dog.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
What type of lead is best for your dog.
What type of standing position to place your dog for judging.
How to Gait your dog (Walk with your dog with a show strut).
How to travel around in the ring with your dog and approach a judge.
And many other little helpful tips when showing your dog in Conformation.
COST
Handling Classes are Pay-As-You-Go. Prices per class:
For Forsyth Kennel Club Members:
$7.00/class
Punch card for $28 for 5 classes (includes 1 free class)
Punch card for $42 for 7 classes (includes 1 free class)
Punch card for $56 for 9 classes (includes 2 free classes)
Non-Kennel club members
$12/class
Punch card for $48 for 4 classes (includes 1 free class)
Punch card for $72 for 6 classes (includes 1 free class)
Punch card for $108 for 9 classes (includes 2 free classes)
NOTES:
Closed for class: When Forsyth County school are closed or let out early because of weather we will not have Handling classes
NOTE: If inclement weather (snow, flooding, etc.) prevents Forsyth County Schools from operating, all Handling Classes scheduled for that day will be cancelled.
**Make sure you have a signed a FKC/WSDTC Waiver on file, waiver forms are available on site.
***Please have your dog’s vaccine records available for review, if needed during your visit. Rabies, Distemper/Parvo are required It is strongly recommended that you include the new two-part flu vaccine (H3N8 and H3N2 for Canine Influenza) and Bordatella (Intranasal for Kennel Cough). Vaccines must be completed 10 days before classes start. No one will be allowed into class without proof of required vaccinations. Veterinary records may be emailed to info@justdogsacademy.com or texted to 415-545-1168.
All dog bites require animal control to be notified. If proof is not available, officials can hold your dog until proof is provided.