Dog Training Classes - Improver Course
The 5 week Improver course at Smart Dog Academy, held at our venues in Tilehurst in Reading and Pinewood in Wokingham is perfect for dogs and owners who’ve completed basic training and are ready to take their skills to the next level. This course builds upon foundational training, introducing advanced commands and strengthening reliability in various settings. Using our reward-based training methods, we focus on enhancing communication and solidifying key behaviours in more challenging environments, ensuring you and your dog continue progressing with confidence and enthusiasm.
Why sign up to this course?
• Strengthen Existing Skills: Reinforce commands learned in foundational training, building reliability and consistency.
• Advanced Commands: Introduce new commands and behaviours, expanding your dog’s repertoire and focus.
• Adapt to New Environments: Practise in varied settings to ensure your dog’s skills hold up in real-world situations
• Improve Communication: Deepen your understanding of reward-based techniques, enhancing your dog’s responsiveness and trust.
• Boost Confidence: Help your dog gain confidence through gradual, positive reinforcement, even in distracting environments.
• Continue Reward-Based Success: Reinforce positive behaviours through effective, praise-based methods, strengthening your bond and your dog’s enthusiasm for learning.
Common Questions:
• Is this class suitable for all dogs, or who is this class suitable for?
The Improver course is best for dogs who have completed a foundational training course or have basic command knowledge. It’s suitable for dogs of any age ready to build upon their current skills.
• Do I need any previous skills or experience?
Some basic training experience or knowledge of foundational commands is recommended to get the most out of this course.
• Can I bring my whole family, or is it just one handler per dog?
Yes, the whole family is welcome! Having all household members involved helps maintain consistency at home, which supports your dog’s progress.
• Do you offer one-to-one sessions for this course?
Absolutely. If you’d like personalised attention or want to work on specific skills, we offer tailored one-to-one sessions.
• How do I book?
You can easily book through our website or contact us directly to reserve a spot in the Improver course.