K9 Manners
The K9 Manners program allows kids ages 11 to 15 to work with the shelter dogs in each class and learn about animal behavior and positive reinforcement training techniques. Students will train adoptable dogs for a variety of different activities such as, agility trials, and nose-work & preparing dogs for the requirements of the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification.
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Students will feel accomplished by enriching a shelter animal’s life through targeted training as well as human-animal bonding. Children will be able to utilize the skills they develop with any animal they work with in the future.
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Please note: This program is not appropriate for children with fear or anxiety towards animals.
INFORMATION
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Designed for children ages 11-15
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Classes meet at the Naperville Area Humane Society for five weeks. Three sessions are available: Spring, summer, and fall
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Registration fee is $75 per student - A $10 fee will apply for any cancellations.
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Policies and dates are subject to change. Please note: the class will be canceled if we do not have at least three kids sign up.
DATES FOR 2025
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Spring Session 1: February 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
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Spring Session 2: April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
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Summer Session: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 1:00-2:00 p.m.
“It was a great experience because I got to learn how to train dogs - some will respond to treats, and others will learn from toys and clicker training. I liked that I got to meet and work with a new dog each week. It made me want to volunteer with my parents at NAHS.”
— Andy, age 11