What to bring.

What to know.

Outdoor classes are run on a drop-in basis, there’s no need to pre-book just turn up. Please don't be late arriving, it unsettles the other dogs.
Places on all the indoor classes & courses need to be reserved in advance.
Only dogs with sound temperaments are allowed to attend indoor venues.
By law, all dogs must wear an ID disc and handlers must carry poo bags.
In line with current legislation dogs are required to have a microchip, which is registered on a Defra approved database, in the UK (unless exempt).
Please use a normal collar or a well-fitted harness plus a 5’ lead (no extendables). If your dog normally wears a muzzle, or uses a ‘Gentle Leader’ or ‘Halti’ type head collar then please use it when you arrive for the start of the training session .
Bring training treats in a dog treat bag and/or a non-squeaky toy to keep your dog’s attention. For safety’s sake please don’t use a plastic bag for treats – if they swallow the bag you’ll be off the vets next!
Training takes place in all weather so please wear suitable clothing and footwear – you can’t teach the recall wearing flip-flops.
Please make your trainer aware of any issues, conditions or problems that you or your dog may have that could affect your training or ability to follow instructions.

Partners and children can attend the classes with you but we can only have one person per dog in the training area at any one time. Others can watch from the benches at the side.
It is your responsibility to ensure that your dog’s vaccinations, boosters and insurance are up to date and that your dog has been wormed recently.
If you suspect that your dog has kennel cough or an infectious illness then please don’t come to training until you have been given the all clear from your vet.
Bitches in season should not attend training classes – if you’re in doubt about when she can return then check with your vet.
You are responsible for your dog and the safety of others at all times; if you would normally muzzle your dog when out in public then please make us aware of this before you come to training.
Children under 18 are welcome at training classes but a parent or guardian must accompany them at all times.
Any young person attending the indoor KCGCDS Scheme and working towards their Duke of Edinburgh Award, who intends to record dog training as a new skill must inform the Club Trainer at the start of the course.
Most of all be prepared to have fun - encourage your dog to enjoy training!