DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING
The Basics
Puppy Kindergarten
Owners must be at least 10 years old and
accompanied by an adult for class.
Dogs must successfully pass the previous
level before advancing.
Do not buy any equipment prior to the first
class.
Proper equipment will be discussed and
available at the first meeting. cy 8 weeks to 5 months
Help your puppy get a good start with Puppy
Kindergarten! This class helps prevent
problems by teaching your puppy basic
manners and obedience. We will also
discuss housebreaking problems, the
importance of crate training, and basic
commands while walking on a leash.
Please bring to the first class:
• Health information, rabies number,
health certificate, and date of last vet visit.
• P aper towels and plastic bags.
• Paper and pen.
• Your dog. Beginning Obedience
Registration
When registering, please use the owner’s
information for the participant’s name
and birth date. Include the dog’s name, in
parenthesis.
When you come to class
Park in the Leisure Center north parking lot.
Only use the Service Door entrance.
Dog Obedience Class
Spring Session:
Monday’s, April 16–June 11
Min/Max: 8/14
Sheryl Phelps, Instructor
Leisure Center, Gym
7 weeks
Puppy Kindergarten
Mondays, 6:00–7:00p 4/16–6/11*
R: $63/NR: $70
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*No class May 21 & 28
Beginning Obedience
Mondays, 7:00–8:00p 4/16–6/11*
R: $63/NR: $70
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*No class May 21 & 28
Advanced Obedience
Mondays, 8:00–9:00p 4/16–6/11*
R: $63/NR: $70
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*No class May 21 & 28
Rally/Intermediate Obedience
Must be at least 5 months old.
Are you tired of your dog dragging you
down the street? Is he or she destructive?
Learn to enjoy your dog and get control!
Basic obedience is taught. Your dog will
learn to walk nicely at your side, stay when
told, and come when called. Problem
solving is also covered.
Looking For a Great Dog Park?
The Forest Preserve District of Cook
County provides the Beck Lake Dog
Friendly Area, on N.E. River Road, north
of Central Road.
For forms, permit fees, directions, and
related information, please visit the Forest
Preserve website: becklakedogs.org, or
call them at 708-771-1036.
Beck Lake Registration Rebate
We are pleased to provide a registration
rebate to Des Plaines Park District
residents who sign their dog up for the
Beck Lake Dog Friendly Area. This is a
safe, friendly environment where owners
can legally unleash their dogs in a
controlled, fenced-in area.
Advanced Dog Obedience Current Registration Cycle:
Start off-leash work, as well as learning
the American Kennel Club’s newest title
for fun and competition: Beginners Novice.
Both purebred and mixed bred dogs can
earn titles. All dogs must have successfully
completed the Beginners’ Obedience class
or have approval from the instructor prior to
registration. October 2017–September 2018
Rally/Intermediate
Learn Rally, the newest sport for your dog,
following a set course of signs. This novice
level is all on-leash, and very positive for
the dog. All participants must already be
able to do basic levels of obedience to
attend this class.
To obtain a Des Plaines Park District
Registration Rebate, simply complete
the proper registration of your dog(s)
through the Forest Preserve District of
Cook County and provide proof of the paid
registration to the park district Business
Office, at 2222 Birch Street.
This rebate program is designed to
introduce residents to the Beck Lake Dog
Friendly Area and will be honored for only
one registration cycle.
The rebate is a Household Credit, applied
to your park district account. The credit
can then be used for paying a program
fee, facility fee, or facility rental fee.
Rebates:
$25 for one dog registration.
$10 for second dog registration.
$10 for third dog registration.
Dog and Animal Ordinance Code
Section 8.04 (b)
Dogs on leash* and under control are
permitted in Park District owned parks,
including general open space, non-
athletic areas, pathways, and parking
lots. Some restrictions do apply. The
complete policy is on our website.
*Leash not to exceed 6 feet in length.
Mondays, 9:00–10:00p 4/16–6/11*
R: $63/NR: $70
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*No class May 21 & 28
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