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Time to Renew Your Membership!

For everyone who needs to renew their membership for 2012 - now is the time!  For just $75, you will receive 20% off of classes and ring rentals - and you will start to recoup the cost of the membership by the time you are taking your third class!  Don't miss out on the savings - check out our flier!  Download a membership application and send it in today (or drop it off the next time you are here).
Weekly - Tuesday mornings

 

 

Competition Obedience Novice, Open & Utility level Run-Thrus!  Join us every Tuesday morning to refresh your skill set and prepare your dog for the upcoming trials!  Novice, Open & Utility run-thrus take place at 10:00 AM and go until Noon!  For these run-thrus, you will need to sign up that morning between 9:30 and 10:30 AM; you must be here no later than 10:30 AM.  Pre-registrations are not being taken at this time.   Two run-thrus cost just $10, so make plans to join us!
Weekly -
Thursday
mornings!		 Pre-Novice/Novice Obedience Class with Fran Masters!  Thursdays @ 10 AM!  Come work on perfecting your heeling, along with fronts and finishes, group sits and downs and more - all for just $10!  Get ready for the upcoming obedience and Rally trials by working on the fundamentals.  No need to pre-register, just drop in.  FMI, call the school at 508-553-9300.
Ongoing
 		 Breed Handling with Kerry Boyd!  Kerry Boyd, all-breed handler, is our  instructor for the Wednesday 7 PM Breed Handling class.  Cost for this drop-in class is just $10.00; there is no need to pre-register! 
1/6/12
 		 Competition Agility Handling Skills!  Join Alana Kelly as she presents a set of classes for the agility competitor!  Class will meet on Fridays at 7:30 PM.  Finesse your handling skills in this exciting class!  Cost for this 6 week course is $150.  Pre-registration is required.  Get ready for the upcoming trials!  Call 508-553-9300 to register.
1/14/12 Reactive Dog I! Does your dog "react" to other dogs? Does he bark and lunge at the end of the leash when you pass other dogs? Is he reactive or aggressive with people?  Learn how to desensitize your dog to approaching strange dogs, grab your dog's collar without getting bitten, teach your dog to perform canine calming signals and more!  Class will meet on Saturdays at 1:00 PM; classes run for 6 weeks (first class is without dogs). Dates of class are:  January 14, 21 and Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25, with a make up class on Feb. 5 for the missed class due to snow.  Call 508-553-9300 to register.
1/14/12 Reactive Dog II!  Continue to practice and reinforce what you and your dog learned in Reactive I and take your training to the next level in this advanced class!  This 6 week class will meet on Saturdays at 2:15 PM, and dogs will attend all 6 classes. Dates of class are:  January 14, 21 and Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25, with a make up class on Feb. 5 for the missed class due to snow.  Call 508-553-9300 to register.
2/2/12
Evening class!		 Intro to Nosework with Michele Ellertson, ANWI!  Get started with your dog in the fastest growing sport on the East Coast - Nosework!  This class, which meets on Thursdays at 7 PM, will challenge your dog to use his nose while you learn to observe his body language to determine when he has found the hidden treat.  This class runs for 6 weeks.  Pre-registration is required, since class size must be limited to allow for dogs to have multiple turns.  If possible, you may want to bring a crate (if you have one) for your dog so that he may rest comfortably while awaiting his turn.  If you do not have a crate, we do have some here for your use.  Also, bring some highly aromatic treats, as he will be searching for those first.  FMI or to register, please call 508-553-9300.  You and your dog will love this class!
2/2/12 Introduction to Competition Obedience with Jane Young!  Join Jane as she presents an exciting and informative clicker-based class for those who want to get started in Competition Obedience!  This class will help you develop solid foundation behaviors needed for the Novice level of obedience as well as the beginnings of Open and Utility skills. You will learn how to teach your dog to heel, do figure 8's, come front, finish right and left and stay.  We will also begin jumping, scent work, and dumbbell skills.  All is taught so that 'both ends of the leash' have fun.  Class meets on Thursdays at 7 PM and runs for 6 weeks.
Completion of a basic obedience course is required; since class size will be limited, pre-registration is necessary.  Cost for this class is $145.  Come have fun with your dog while you both learn about the exciting sport of Competition Obedience!  FMI or to register, call 508-553-9300.
And once you and your dog are comfortable with the basics, move on (with instructor's permission) to the Novice level Competition Obedience class on Thursdays at 8 PM!
2/16/12 NW2 class with Michele Ellertson ANWI!  You have your NW1 title - start your NW2 training in this new class with Michele!  Class will meet on Thursdays at 6 PM and run for 6 weeks.  Class size will be limited and pre-registration is required.  This sport is growing, your dog is loving it, so get started on the next level of training!  Call 508-553-9300 to register or to get more info.
2/10/12
Weekday class!		 Intro to Nosework with Michele Ellertson ANWI!  Get started with your dog in the fastest growing sport on the East Coast - Nosework!  This daytime class, which meets at 1:20 PM, will challenge your dog to use his nose while you learn to observe his body language to determine when he has found the hidden treat.  This class runs for 6 weeks.  Pre-registration is required, since class size must be limited to allow for dogs to have multiple turns.  If possible, you may want to bring a crate (if you have one) for your dog so that he may rest comfortably while awaiting his turn.  If you do not have a crate, we do have some here for your use.  Also, bring some highly aromatic treats, as he will be searching for those first.  FMI or to register, please call 508-553-9300.  You and your dog will love this class!
2/11/12 Geriatric Dogs:  Keeping them Comfortable and Mobile!  Join Dr. Marjorie McMillan and Cathy Symons from Windhover Veterinary Center on Saturday, Feb. 11th from 2-4 PM, as they give a lecture and hands-on demonstration at MasterPeace regarding your geriatric dog!  Lecture topics will include: therapeutic exercises, nutraceuticals, arthritis, pain management; hands-on demos will include massage, range of motion, proper heating and icing, and stretching.  Cost for this very informative workshop is $25 per person or $40 per couple.  Refunds minus $5 will be given up to one week before the event; no refunds after Feb. 4th.  Please leave your dogs at home, demo dogs will be provided.  Spots are limited, so call us today at 508-553-9300 to reserve your spot!  To see the flier, click here.  To see bios for the presenters, click here.
2/11/12 Rally Workshops!  Join Karen Squier as she presents 2 workshops regarding the new Rally signs and regulations!  The first will be held on Sat., Feb. 11th from 3:30 - 5:30 PM and will cover the Novice and Advanced levels; the second, to be held on Sat., Feb. 18th from 3:30 - 5:30 PM will cover the Advanced and Excellent levels.  Come learn how to perform the new signs, learn about the new regulations, and get to practice the signs on a Rally course!  Cost:  $20 for one workshop, or $35 if you sign up and pay for both!  To see our flier, click here.  Don't delay, sign up today!  Call us at 508-553-9300.
2/12/12 Obedience Show & Go!  Sunday, Feb. 12th starting at 9 AM; 3 fully matted rings (Novice/Beg. Novice, Open/Grad. Novice, and Utility/Grad. Open).  Pre-registration taken until 1 week prior to the event (limited entries); no refunds after that date.  All breeds, including mixed breeds welcome.  First run costs $9, and each additional run of the same dog costs $7.  Download a registration form and mail it with your payment.  Click on the links below for your run orders: 
Novice
Open
Utility
2/20/12
New class!		 Introduction to Competition Obedience with Laurie Merritt!  Join Laurie as she presents an exciting and informative class for those who want to get started in Competition Obedience!  This class will help you develop solid foundation behaviors, including building the value of heel position, how to find "front," and teaching remaining in place..."Stay!"  The human half of the team will learn footwork, how to give clear signals, and even a little psychology!  Add new tools to your training toolkit - learn about reinforcers!  Find out what a target is and learn how to teach your dog to target!  Begin building skills needed for advanced work: jumping, retrieving, nose work and more!  Class will meet on Mondays at 10 AM and will run for 6 weeks.  Completion of a basic obedience course is required; since class size will be limited, pre-registration is required.  Cost for this class is $120.  Come have fun with your dog while you both learn about the exciting sport of Competition Obedience!  FMI or to register, call 508-553-9300.
2/20/12 Canine Freestyle with Laurie Merritt!  You've finished a basic obedience course - now what?  Are you and your dog ready to embark on new training adventures?  Give this class a try!  Laurie is offering a Canine Freestyle class where you will learn to combine obedience and Rally moves, tricks and music and even choreograph a short routine!  Class will meet on Mondays at 11 AM for 6 weeks.  Completion of a beginner obedience course is a pre-requisite. Cost for this class is $120; pre-registration is required.  Come have fun with your dog!  FMI call 508-553-9300.
2/25/12 Off-site Intermediate Nosework Classes with Michele Ellertson!  Geared for those who are ready to take start taking their Nosework training on the road, this class will begin introducing you and your dog to new search venues.  These classes last for 2 hours, and the next will be held on Sat., Feb.25th from 9 AM - 11 AM.  Pre-registration is required, as class size is limited to allow for ample working time.  Cost for this class is $50 (membership discount does apply).  The location of the class will be emailed to you prior to the class.  FMI or to register, call 508-553-9300.
2/25/12 APDT Rally Training Party!  Levels 2 & 3 only.  You must be familiar with APDT Rally to attend this training party, which will take place on Sat., Feb. 25th from 3:30 - 5:30 PM.  You don't have to know all the level 3 signs - we will work on the ones you may not be familiar with.  Get ready for the upcoming trials!  Cost: $15 for the first dog (2 runs) and $7.50 for each additional dog (2 runs).   Download a registration form and mail it with your payment today!  Spots are limited, don't delay!  FMI call us at 508-553-9300.
2/26/12 Off-site Advanced Nosework Classes for NW 1 and NW2 with Gail McCarthy, CNWI!  Once again, we are offering a set of off-site Advanced Nosework classes with Gail McCarthy CNWI!  Take your Nosework training on the road!  Two levels of classes are  being offered: one for those who have trialed, or are about to trial at the NW1 level, and the second for those who have trialed or are about to trial at the NW2 level.  These classes will take place on the following Sundays:  Feb. 26th and March 25th.  The NW1 classes will meet from 9-11 AM (time may need to be adjusted, depending on the location) and the NW2 classes meet beginning at 11 AM (time may need to be adjusted, depending on the location). Class size will be limited to allow training time for everyone.  Cost for each of these classes is $60 each (membership discount does apply, so members pay $48).  The locations of the class will be emailed to you prior to the class.  You must be in an advanced class to register and payment to secure your spot must be made at the time you register.  FMI or to register, call us at 508-553-9300.
3/24/12 Therapy Dog Evaluation!  Want to do therapy work with your dog? Then get certified with TDI! Test will be scheduled between 12 Noon and 5:00 PM, Saturday, March 24th.  Open to all dogs over 1 year of age.  $25 per dog (includes CGC test). Print a mail-in registration form and mail it in with your check; please note on the form approximately what appointment time you would like. We will do our best to accommodate your request.  For skills covered in the test, as well as vaccination requirements, visit: http://www.tdi-dog.org.  FMI call us at 508-553-9300.
4/10/12 Control Unleashed with Emma Parsons!  This 6 week course will help to create a focused and confident dog that can work around lots of other distractions, especially other dogs.  Class will be held Tuesdays at 8:30 PM. This class is not for the "aggressive" dog, but for the "reactive" dog that loses his concentration in a "doggy" type environment (no biting dogs, please) - in other words, they lack self-control when they encounter another dog.  Games and exercises will take place during class to help the dog practice attention and teach him to think through his arousal.  This class comes directly from Leslie McDevitt's "Control Unleashed" book.  Dogs and handlers who sign up for this course should have taken a basic obedience training class using clickers; if it has been awhile, or you have never used a clicker to train, you will need to take a couple of private lessons to learn about clicker training.  Dates of class are:  April 10, 17 and 24 and May 1, 8, and 15.  Call us at 508-553-9300 today to register for your spot, as class size is limited!
4/14/12
4/15/12		 Denise Fenzi is coming to MasterPeace!  Save the dates:  April 14 & 15, 2012!  We are proud to announce that Denise is coming to present a competition obedience seminar!  A twenty-five year veteran of training, competing and titling in obedience, schutzhund, tracking, agility, conformation and herding, this OTCH trainer who has earned multiple HITs, will do more than teach you to train your dog in specific exercises - she will teach you to understand the work from your dog's point of view and show you ways to make it more motivating for your dog!.  Details are now set, click on the registration form for more information and to register.  Pre-selected demo dogs will be used to illustrate Denise's points; you are welcome to bring your dog and work him during breaks, but the demo dogs have been pre-selected for this seminar.  The first day will cover Drives and Motivation for Obedience; the second day will cover Problem Solving for Obedience, using the demo dogs to illustrate a range of obedience problems.  A light breakfast is included in the cost of the seminar; lunch will be available on site for purchase.  Cost for the seminar:  $150 for 2 days; $90 for 1 day.  If you only attend one seminar next year, this is one you won't want to miss!  FMI, call 508-553-9300.
4/29/12 Nosework Mock Trial!  Save the date!!  Sunday, April 29th!  Get ready for the Nosework Trials in May!  We will have both NW1 (odor alone and odor paired with food) and NW2 (odor alone) for these mock trials.  More details and a registration form to follow!
5/26/12
5/27/12		 CDSP Obedience Trials!  Two obedience trials are planned for each day for this exciting new obedience venue!  More details, including a premium, will follow soon!
Bi-Monthly
Sunday		 Agility Run-Thru's - First and Third Sunday of Each Month – For dogs who can run a course of at least 10-12 obstacles. Nested courses at Novice, Open and Excellent levels. Beginning at 6:30, $10. Guaranteed at least two runs.
Bi-Monthly
Sunday
(Note any time changes)

Obedience Run-Thru's -  Second and Fourth Sundays of each month.  Pre-novice, novice, open, utility. Run-thrus now begin at 4:30 PM, $10 for two run-thru's. 
Bi-Monthly
Sunday  (Note any time changes)		 Rally Run-Thru's - begin at 4:30 PM.  Plus, don't forget - Rally run-thru's are also held every Wednesday at 10 AM!  Cost: $10 for two run-thru's. 
 
Weekly
Friday Morning
Note changes!		 Canine Coffee Club Playgroup - Get out of the weather, and chat with a fun bunch while your dog romps and plays with some pals. Friday mornings, 8:30 - 9:15 AM. $5. (BYOC) Note: Dogs must be able to play nicely with others to participate. Dogs will not be separated by size. No registration required, but the group is limited to the first 15 dogs. The playgroups which have been meeting Mon. - Thurs. mornings will end on Thurs., Oct. 20th. 
Weekly
Friday Evening
 		 FRIDAY NIGHT PLAYGROUPS!!  6:00 - 7:00 PM . Cost is $8 for one hour.  The dogs play with each other under supervision while you watch and chat, letting them burn off some energy while you relax!  No registration required, but the group is limited to the first 15 dogs in each of 2 rings.   One ring will be for larger, rougher playing dogs; the other will be for puppies, small dogs and gentle play dogs. 

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"Elphaba" the Schipperke puppy - look at that focus!