SOUTHERN TAILS DOG SCHOOL DOG TRAINING Puppy Training Obedience
OBEDIENCE AND MANNERS
POSITIVE DOG TRAINING
Serving our community over 25 years
160 N Park St, Asheboro, NC
336 953-7632
Train Your Dog with Southern Tails Dog School
Welcome !!! To Southern Tails Dog School
We understand that your dog is an important part of your family, and that's why we offer top-notch dog training classes that are tailored to teach you how to train your unique dog to learn new behaviors and commands. We work with you to ensure that your dog is happy and well-behaved. Our instructors are caring, highly experienced and passionate about your success.
From puppy training to advanced obedience, we offer a range of classes to meet your needs. Join us today and watch your dog thrive and your relationship grow stronger.
all group CLASSes Meet once a week for 6 weeks Cost: $239
Click on the picture of your class to leave your $25 deposit
NEW PUPPY Training BEGINNER OB 101 ADVANCED PUP
Best Puppy Class for Pups ages 10 wks-16wks
Thurs Dec 12 7:30-8:30 2 wk Holiday break Thurs Jan 16 6:00-7:00
Pups must have at least their 1st DHP+P and Bordetella vaccine and remain current . This is the best time to start puppy training. You can jump start their brains to learn how to communicate with their new human family. The basic behavior words will be covered in order to begin the new journey of communication. House-training, Crate training, Mouthing, Socialization, Body Posture, Voice tone, Grooming, Greetings & Interacting with various obstacles will be covered. It is a family friendly.
OB 101 Beginner OBEDIENCE class for ALL dogs over 4 months to Adult
Starts: Mon Jan 6 6:00-7:00
This is a beginner OB class. The class meets once a week for 6 weeks.
It includes the basic behavior dog training commands along with two focus ones to give you more control when you need it. You will learn how to redirect the behavior you don't want to the newly learned behavior. It also includes the bonus of how to teach your dog to properly greet humans along with some must know canine behavior facts. This class is not suitable for extremely reactive dogs. Please call us for info
Advanced PUP for the Best puppy grads
Starts: Tues Dec 3rd 6:00-7:00 Class will be OFF for a 2 week break for Xmas
ADVANCED PUP CLASS
Congratulations on graduating from The Best Puppy Class and laying down the groundwork for your pup's training. Now it's time to take your skills to the next level in order to open up a world of deeper connection and understanding between you and your furry companion. You will learn to teach your pup focus skills, new behavior words and work with distraction in order to get reliable command responses. Dog training only get better and better.
OB 102
Tues Jan 7th 7:30-8:30
Everyone's FAVORITE class!!! OB 102 is for either Advanced pup grads or OB 101 grads. 102 is the beginning of Advanced Dog Training. This course teaches you how to train your dog to respond to commands with distraction and distance. Your instructor will help you sharpen the must have dog trainer skills: timing, voice tone, body posture, and leash skills. You will learn the 'place' command, new words, canine behavior discussions and intro to the 'clicker' motivational tool.
Loose leash walking
Mon Jan 6th 7:30-8:30
"Master the Art of Loose Leash Walking. Join Our Loose Leash Walking Class! Must have had taken at least one OB clasto to attend. Transform your walks with your furry friend as you learn to lead without the tug-of-war. Our comprehensive class focuses on teaching your dog to walk with you, attentively following your lead. From indoor exercises to real-life challenges, we guide your dog step by step to become the ultimate walking companion. Say goodbye to pulling and hello to peaceful strolls!"
Masters class
TBA
This class is for OB 102 Grads or those with similar skills who found out that they LOVE-dog training. It sharpens your skills with heel, stay, off, come etc and challenges you to practice working with distractions and distance.
It is usually a small group of students who throughly enjoy working closely with others who also enjoy being in the company of those that LOVE to train their dogs.
Have you ever considered having Ally & Gary bring your furry companion on a film set to be in a commercial or modeling ad? Our workshops are designed to prepare your dog for the lights, camera, and action, You will learn the essential skills that are most commonly asked for: sit, down/stand/come with distraction. Head down, lay flat, stop on a mark, hold an item, and more. The better we understand your dog's abilities, the greater the chances of your dog joining us on a film set. Enroll now.
NOSEWORK Level I
TBA--After Holidays please send us a contact that you are interested
K9 Nose work
Nosework I for Beginners
No Prerequisite dog training needed. No OB required
is a game and sport in which a dog is using it's nose to locate a target odor for the handler. This class will teach you to harness innate hunting and scenting abilities, to provide mental enrichment, physical exercise, and build confidence while working independently. Whether your goal is to compete or just learn a new game to play with your dog,
Caroline Currie CPDT-ANWI is certified to teach this class.
Canine good citizen prep & test 5 Week course
Wed Jan 8 7:30-8:30
We suggest OB 102 or 103 grads or any dog with similar skills for this course. Canine Good Citizen is an AKC certification. Your dog must pass a 10 step test to receive it. The test basically includes properly meeting and greeting a stranger, another dog, walking calmly on a leash, staying in place, coming when called, remaining calm and completely controllable around a wheel chair, sudden noises, letting a stranger lightly groom them, and being left with a stranger for a brief amount of time
Coming to Dog School?
GREAT----Here is What You Need to Know:
Vaccines required
TAKE A PICTURE OF YOUR DOG'S CURRENT VACCINES AND TEXT IT TO ME AT 336-953-7632 BEFORE YOUR CLASS STARTS.
If you are taking the puppy class let your Vet know that you are coming to puppy training school so they can give the Bordetella at the appropriate time in your pup's schedule.
BEST PUPPY
DHP+P
Bordetella
ALL OTHER CLASSES
DHLP+P
Bordetella
Rabies
Entering the class
Look for your dog's name that will be written on a bone shaped tag taped to the wall above your set of chairs.. Go directly there, sit down, relax and get your treats out to be ready to reward your dog's good behavior. Enjoy your class and the special night out with your canine companion.
We want everyone taking the BEST PUPPY CLASS to read the book called "After You Get Your Puppy" by Dr. Ian Dunbar. You can read it here FREE by clicking on the picture above or you can purchase it in our store for $10. You will love this book! It brings all the prior proper knowledge you have about raising a super pup to the front or your brain. Or if you have never raised a pup before it is extremely necessary that your read this book asap.
Bring Dog Treats To Class
Bring tiny tasty healthy treats to dog training class. We use a lot of food rewards for the first 3 weeks. There is a lot going on at dog school, so having extra tasty treats will make it easier for your dog to pay attention to YOU . Make a trail mix of treats and include cheese and cooked chicken just in case. We also sell Bocce's Bakery training treats at the dog school for $7. If you need some or forget to bring yours. There are also treat bags for sale.
Any 5-6 foot leash is fine. We do not use retractable leashes for dog training. They might be OK for beach walks but certainly not for dogs out in public. We feel they teach the dog exactly the opposite of what we want them to learn. They are a hazard and an accident waiting to happen when used on large dogs. Harness are fine for toy breeds. If you need a harness to control your dog you may walk them into the training room on the harness and then switch over to the collar during the class.
Be a leader
When you walk into the building try and act like you own the place. If you appear confident that will greatly help your dog to feel safe. Walk to your seat without hesitation and get settled. Get your treats out and reward good/calm behavior. Do not let your dog drag you over in another dog's space. Not all dogs will feel fine with another dog invading their space, especially if he or she is on a leash.
If your dog is not feeling well
Do not bring your dog to school if he or she is not feeling well. If your dog is not contagious you can come without your dog and sit on the couch to observe the class. This is not uncommon.
My dog had spay/neuter surgery
We suggest you make their surgery appt the day after your class night. That gives them time to recover. Also of course let your instructor know about the surgery. If that is impossible, come to school without your dog and sit on the couch and observe the class.
How many people can come to class?
The people who are going to take turns working the dog during the class should come. We would appreciate everyone staying together in their family group as opposed to walking around the building during the class. There is a restroom in the training room.
What if I miss a class?
This is not unusual...between kids, parents, & unexpected appts, there is always someone that cannot make class. We regret we cannot offer make up sessions due to the numerous times this happens. Our instructors only come to the dog school to teach their classes or to do scheduled private lesson appts. We have found that most students do fine with catching up during class. If you feel that you need significant extra instruction you can schedule a one hour private lesson for the cost of $86
My dog is in season
Call, email or text us so your instructor will know ahead of time to set the room up for safety. You will enter and be seated next to back door in the training room. You will also leave through that door. Put some type of panties on your dog for the class time. We have never had any issues using this method but your judgement is the most important.
Try not to come to class too early...We love having you at dog school but..
We do not mean 10 mins early, we mean 20 mins-1/2 hour early. If you are taking a 7:30 class, the parking lot will be full until the 6:00 class has departed. Your instructor will be setting the training room up for your class. She will be organizing the homework woof words, sanitizing the chairs, sweeping the floor. or maybe eating a quick bite before the classes start since she will be there late. You are welcome to walk around outside. The front door is opened 10 mins before class starts.
MiniLesson...extra help for all dog school students:
We offer a special mini lesson only to the students who are taking courses at school. $45 for the 1/2 hour Mini Lesson
1. Off leash come
2. Biting & pulling pant legs, bathrobes etc....
3. Counter surfing
4. Jumping on humans, guests or family & similar undesired behaviors.
We suggest OB 102 or 103 grads or any dog with similar skills for this course. Canine Good Citizen is an AKC certification. Your dog must pass a 10 step test to receive it. The test basically includes properly meeting and greeting a stranger, another dog, walking calmly on a leash, staying in place, coming when called, remaining calm and completely controllable around a wheel chair, sudden noises, letting a stranger lightly groom them, and being left with a stranger for a brief amount of time
Private Lessons at school ------ or in your home
Private Lessons at the Dog School are for those:
- who cannot commit to a 6 week evening course
- for humans who have major difficultly controlling their dogs
- dogs who are reactive to other dogs
- dogs who are severely shy
- who have aggressive dogs
- for newly acquired rescue dogs
- for all dogs and their humans who just prefer one on one
- for dogs with behavior issues
$259 for 3 Private Lessons at the Dog School. You and your instructor can decide the day and time of your dog training lesson appointments. Please give us a 24 hr notice if you have to cancel as our instructors only come into the dog school to teach classes and give private lessons.
THE 3 LESSON PRIVATE OR IN-YOUR-HOME PACKAGE MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF YOUR 1ST LESSON.
$300 For 3 ' IN YOUR HOME' LESSONS
- those who have specific training issues
- for people who just prefer that we come to you
- for people who have family members that cannot come to the dog school
An extra travel charge will be added if it is required.
Please give us a 24 hr notice if you have to cancel so our instructors can plan their day. The instructors are coming to the dog school just to work with you and your canine companion.
About Us
Experienced, Professional, Caring and Obsessed with our DOGS.
southern tails humans
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Ally teaches some private lessons but after 30 years has turned the group classes over to our amazing instructors. Gary is our office manager and repair all guy. We also both work at our other business " Canine Players-Dogs for Film" which keeps us very busy. We live with 6 canines: Jack, Cote, Bill, Molly. Mick , and Dylan and 2 felines, Morgan, Pete the cat and 5 chickens.
Caroline Currie CPDT-KA
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Caroline Is our Best Puppy Class, CGC, and Nosework instructor. She also teaches both private obedience and In Your Home lessons. In her down time she does nose work, agility and lure coursing with her dogs, Roland, Pippin. and Chopper.
She lives with Ronnie her husband along with her canine and feline family.
Kate Waltman
Ally & Gary Hall Dog School Owners
Kate Waltman
Kate teaches our Advanced Pup, OB 101, OB 102, OB 103, Heel class and Trick Dog. During the other part of her life, you will find her creating and selling her amazing pottery at her "Triangle Studio" in Seagrove. You can learn more about her on FB. She lives with Zurry the wonder dog and her cat,
Corey Jones
Ellen Coltrane
Kate Waltman
. Corey teaches our Beginner OB 101 , OB 102 and Advanced Pup classes. She also gives private lessons. In her down time besides being an artist. Besides her human partner, Gus, she lives with her Havanese, Josie, her Great Dane, Dolly, her rooster Murray, and Charlie the Parrot. Charlie who is a talker used to say 'Good Boy' all day long until Josie the pup came along and now he says: "OFF" and 'DROP IT" all day long. She also has 2 cats in her life:
Ellen Coltrane
Ellen Coltrane
Ellen Coltrane
Ellen teaches Best Puppy and Advanced Pup dog training classes. She also does our private lessons. You will have the pleasure of meeting her in your classes. In her down time she does agility, nose work, and lure coursing and freestyle with her dogs. She lives with three canines: Teddy, Traveler, and Fozzie.
Keri Green
Ellen Coltrane
Ellen Coltrane
Keri is an associate for Southern Tails.
You will find her there every Saturday making sure that everything at the dog school is in good order, clean, and ready for the students and the instructors to do their work. She also gets the woof words ready for all the instructor's classes. She lives with Liam her GSD/Border Collie boy.
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Gift certificates
Please call us and we will take the payment over the phone and then email or mail your gift certificate for any amount to you.
Class Waiver
Southern Tails CLASS WAIVER
I understand that attendance of any dog training classes or dog event at the Southern Tails Dog School location or if the class takes place outside of the dog school is not without risk to myself, members of my family or guests who may attend, or my dog, because some of the dogs to which I will be exposed may be difficult to control and may be the cause of injury even when handled with the greatest amount of care. I hereby waive and release, Southern Tails, it’s instructors, officers, members and agents from any and all liability of any nature, for injury or damage which I or my dog may suffer, including specifically, but without limitation, any injury or damage resulting from the action of any dog, and I expressly assume risk of such damage or injury while attending any training session, or while on the training grounds or the surrounding area thereto.
I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless, Southern Tails, it’s instructors, officers, members and agents from any and all claims, or claims by any member of any family or any other person accompanying me to any training session or function of Southern Tails, or while on the grounds or the surrounding area thereto as a result of any action by any dog, including my own.
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