Thursday evenings for 7 weeks including enrolment night.  This course is the mandatory pre requisite for all courses Gisborne Dog Training Club runs.  You will learn to train in basic obedience, socialisation for your dog and learning to listen around other dogs and people.  This is a self paced course and a foundation for all other courses that we run.  Classes start at either 6pm or 6.45pm.  $80 for the course. 

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Rally-O is a fun and engaging continuation of our Basic Obedience Course, combining traditional obedience exercises with a course of signs for you and your dog to work through together. It focuses on teamwork, communication, focus, and building a strong connection between you and your dog in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Each course is different, with a variety of exercises and challenges that encourage you and your dog to work together while learning new skills. Rally-O is a great way to continue your obedience journey, have fun with your dog, and potentially progress towards competing in the sport. Maximum 10 dogs; $60 for the course

Work with your dog through a course, build your bond stronger and give confidence to your dog.  This course teaches you how to have fun with your dog and readies you to compete in Agility Shows around New Zealand.  You must have completed the Basic Obedience Course; your dog is over 1 year of age and be able to be controlled off leash and focused on you.  If you are not quite ready for this course, attendance at the Good Dog Basics or Rally-O is encouraged.  Wednesday evenings for seven weeks including enrolment night. Minimum 4 dogs required to run. $80 for the course. 

Teach your dog to become obedient to odour.  This course is designed to imprint your dog with an odour so he/she can locate it for you.  Learn to be patient with your dog, build a stronger relationship and start the journey towards a new and very popular dog sport in New Zealand.  Once your dog has “imprinted” the odour, a more advanced class is available.  7 weeks. Maximum of 6 dogs.  $80 for the course.

Continuation of Scentwork Imprinting Course.  Working our way towards trialling in the September Scent Sports Association of NZ Gisborne Trial.  Runs Monday nights at 6pm for eight weeks.  After this course, there is room to progress on to a more advanced Scentwork group to continue to develop yours and your dogs skills. $40 per non club member per term, $30 per club member per term

We offer several levels of Agility Courses to fit with your aspirations and skill.  Build confidence in your dog and compete at our Kings Birthday Weekend Show! $40 per non club member, $30 per club member and $25 per trainer/instructor per term