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1835 Oak Haven Plantation RD, Osteen, Central Florida 32764-8872
Events
Osteen fresh-air small sessions continue
No group classes in DeLand for now
Work study options & barter opportunities, always available at Osteen site, continue during this time of social distancing , as they have been since Best Paw Forward Inc. began decades ago.
Most of your small-group tuition fee can be paid through your time and skills. Join our inclusive program, using reasonable safe measures.
https://bestpaw.com/discount-opportunities
Missed a number classes due to Covid-19 restrictions? Full, flexible future class credit for sessions missed.
Rainy day when you are scheduled for classes in Osteen?
When possible under covered pavilion, or with smaller classes inside with humans wearing masks
(Training barn with a/c will reopen when Covid-19 restrictions are lifted)
More Best Paw Forward Inc. details on other programs continue below
EXCITING & FUN AGILITY (LIGHTED AGILITY FIELD), RALLY, OBEDIENCE, TRICKS, FITNESS, PLAY TIMES, RING/FENCED PROPERTY RENTAL, SAFE PONDS FOR SWIMS
ALL HELP DOGS STAY HEALTHY & HAPPY.
WORKSHOPS & PERIODIC SERIES ON SCENT WORK, CONFORMATION, TRACKING, COMMON BEHAVIOR ISSUES, PHYSICAL CONDITIONING, RETRIEVER FIELD WORK & MUCH MORE!
ORIENTATION
FOR BASIC MANNERS OR PUPPYLOVE
Different time/day than the rest of your series
Very active learning start for dog & family
Makes it possible for you to start right now!
Read how to get ready for orientation at https://bestpaw.com/sign-up where you'll find your class form for registration
Set up & confirm orientation appointment now
Orientation is your Week 1 class, with your dog jumping into to training right away, at a different time and or day from the rest of your regular class sessions.
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE:
For registration discount codes:
https://bestpaw.com/discount-opportunities
Complete & return your class form, grab your discount code and claim your discount by paying ahead at https://bestpaw.com/shop?olsPage=products
Let us know if you have any trouble getting your completed payment & forms so we can help and make sure you get your discounts.
How to get ready for your first class
- Bring friendly hungry pup or dog --it's no fun working on a full stomach! ( Detour Doggie Delinquents programs offered for excessively shy, nervous, territorial, possessive, protective or aggressive dogs https://bestpaw.com/detour-doggie-delinquents )
- Bring great human-grade protein-based soft treats, things your dog does not usually get at home (boneless chicken, hot dogs, ground beef, cheese, lunch meat etc.)
- Dress for comfort & safety, down to lace-up or Velcro-style sneakers or running shoes
For more details: https://bestpaw.com/sign-up
GET AN AKC AGILITY OR RALLY OBEDIENCE VIDEO TITLE
For a limited time, $15 gets 90 minutes of open mowed grassy field space, one course of your choice and video help.
If you prefer, get together with friends and help each other record, $5 for each additional team if we provide courses and video help.
OR bring your own course and holders, a recording partner and just pay $10 per hour for field rental.
Bring your own device and be prepared to show a helper how to operate it
We can alternately use one of our electronic devices to record and send it to you
Ready for a quick doggie attitude boost?
If your dog is annoying you in many ways:
For one week or more prior to your first class, or if you find his good behavior slipping for any reason (busy schedule, sabotage from indulgent friends or family, stressful time) it is helpful to hand feed your dog for doing simple obedience tricks or new fun skills like fetch or roll over.
Dole out a few pieces at a time of high-quality dry or specialty dog food for paying attention to you in a polite way, or for learning or practicing his tricks, throughout the day & evening.
Give him his full ration of food without using the dog food bowl.
If you are limited in time at home due to your work hours or other responsibilities, do this just for the evening meal or whenever works for you.
This also helps a new dog bond to you faster. Dole it out a piece at a time or a handful at a time for doing useful tricks and demonstrating better manners.