CLASS INFORMATION & CANCELLATION POLICY
Because class size is limited and sufficient time is necessary to contact alternate students, class tuition may only be refunded if notice, in writing or by email, is received seven (7) business days prior to the start date of a class by the instructor or Training Director.
Class registration closes 24 hours in advance of the class start date. Classes are subject to cancellation or date changes at the discretion of the Jupiter Tequesta Dog Club (JTDC).
JTDC does not offer partial refunds, transfers of monies from one class to another or private instruction in lieu of group classes. There shall be no refunds for bitches in season.
Unless specifically indicated, (i.e. Conformation Dog Handling Class) classes must be paid in full via PayPal or Zelle to jtdczelle@gmail.com. The online Registration Form to must be completed to confirm registration. If you are unsure that a class is the right class for you and your dog, please contact Kathie Kryla BEFORE signing up via the Registration Form. In the event that a refund is requested and approved, PayPal processing fees will not be refunded.
Kathie Kryla, JTDC Training Director
Phone/Text: (248) 417-1850
Email: KrylaKathie@gmail.com
Participants should follow their veterinarians' recommendation to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations. Proof of rabies inoculation may be required. Guests are always welcome to visit our classes! Classes are FREE for CCI or other recognized service dog organizations.
Confirmation: Pat Boyd: (561) 775-1806
Performance: Kathie Kryla: (248) 417-1850
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Payments may be made by Paypal, Zelle or Check
Zelle payment:
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If paying by PayPal, please add $3.00 to cover the fee.
Check made payable to Jupiter Tequesta Dog Club and given to your instructor.
Spring 2025 classes
ALL CLASSES ARE $80.00 for non-members and $50.00 for JTDC members unless otherwise stated. Please use the Registration Button above to register for the class of your choice.
Monday
Conformation 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM DROP IN CLASS
Instructor: Pat Boyd
No registration required, but you must sign in at door. Members: $5.00, Non-Members: $8.00
Tuesday
Rally II.
Instructor: Scott T Adams Sr
Class starts Tuesday April 29th at 7 PM
For information call Scott at (561) 386-0630.
Scott rotates thru all Rally levels starting with Novice and intro to signs. This class is a continuation of Rally I.
You will be entering and exiting the ring as well as warming up, so please be vigilant at all times. this is a novice class so it is done on lead. please remember to clean up after your dogs at all times.
Cost. $50 members and $80 non members
Wednesday
(afternoon and evening)
Advanced Competition Obedience.
Instructor: Jean DuMont. (828) 215-1913
Pre-requisite for class—-obedience titles or working at the level of the class.
Beginner novice thru Utility
Therapy and Basic
Classes starting in May
Instructor Karin Vermeegen will be teaching classes in the late afternoon. Contact Karen at (561) 301-6991 for availability or check on the web site for class descriptions.
Thursday
Utility class 10:00 AM
Instructor: Kathie Kryla. Call for availability (248) 417-1850
Conformation 1:00 PM DROP IN CLASS
Instructor: Barb Didjurgis
No registration required, but you must sign in at door. Members: $5.00, Non-Members: $8.00
Scent Work Afternoon and Evening.
Instructor: Lauren Walsh. Please contact instructor for class availability (561)203-5664. There will be 3 different classes covering different levels
Friday
New Fetch class.
Instructor: Tricia Boychuck.
May 2 and May 9, 2025 8:30 am -10:00 am
Cost: Member= $25.00. Non-Member=$30.00
You must sign up online and pay by zelle or paypal. Use Red Registration Button above.
This fun two-week class will focus on teaching the fundamentals of AKC Fetch, a non-competitive sport designed to teach a dog to reliably chase and return an acceptable item to the handler. This class will cover the fundamentals of Novice Fetch on Day 1 and Intermediate Fetch on Day 2 and will help develop the dog’s ability to retrieve an item in motion, recall while possessing the item, and deliver the item to the handler. This class will help prepare
your team to participate in the upcoming Fetch Trials held in June.
Acceptable items (Notice and Intermediate): tennis ball (or equivalent), ball on a rope, retrieving bumper (plastic or cloth), or toy (such as a Kong
Wubba). Bring your retrieve item each week.
Prerequisite: Some desire to chase and retrieve an item. For questions contact Tricia at tbEsquire1@gmail.com
Saturday
Fun Agility
Class full, call Instructor for more information
Instructor: Karin Vermeegen (561) 301-6991
Sunday
Fun Agility
Class full, call Instructor for more information
Instructor: Karin Vermeegen (561) 301-6991
Nose Games
Sunday April 27, 2025, 2:30PM - 4:30 PM.
This is a two-hour workshop.
Participating: $25.00, Auditing: $10.00
Instructor: Karin Vermeegen call for information and to sign up (561) 301-6991
For every dog with a nose! Teach your dog to find things in the house and set up a treasure hunt in the yard. Enrich your dog’s nose will enrich your dog’s life! Easy, exciting games that need little preparation. A true gift to your dog!
Down/Stay/Leave It
Sunday, May 4, 2025, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
This is a 90-minute workshop.
Participating: $20.00, Auditing: $10.00
Instructor: Karin Vermeegen call for information and to sign up (561) 301-6991
Have fun teaching your dog some basic simple impulse control. No pressure. Training method will make your dog willing to perform and will make you smile.
NOSE WORK CLASSES
Basic Nose Work
Sunday, May 18, 2025, 1:30 – 2:30 PM. This is a 6-week class.
REGISTRATION and PAYMENT by zelle or paypal REQUIRED (use RED Button above)
INSTRUCTOR: Judy McPartland, CNWI nwdogmom@icloud.com
What: Learn more about canine olfactory abilities. Allow your dog to take the lead in solving puzzles using their natural scenting abilities. How: Initially dogs will search independently for food or a toy while handlers focus on their observational skills. Teams will work at their own pace. Handlers will learn from observing all dogs in the class. Exercises will use the environment to provide learning experiences for the dogs. We will use self-reward to build dogs' independent hunting and problem-solving skills. Timing for the introduction to target odor in searches will depend on the level of the dog’s independence and the level of the handler’s observational skills. At any one time, there may be a mix of some dogs searching for primary (food/toys) and some for-target odor. In this class dogs work one at a time, so dogs must be able to rest quietly in a crate when not working.
Continuing Nose Work Foundations
Starts Sunday, May 18, 2025, 2:45-3:45 PM. This is a 6-week class.
REGISTRATION and PAYMENT by zelle or paypal REQUIRED (use RED Button above)
INSTRUCTOR: Judy McPartland, CNWI nwdogmom@icloud.com
Continuing foundation work for dogs early in nose work career. Exercises will focus on strengthening the dog’s odor obedience and the handler’s ability to read the dog. Birch, anise and clove will be used in hides. Searches may include the various odor elements used in competition nose work. Elements emphasized will be adapted to the needs of the class participants, upcoming event opportunities and weather. Hide puzzles will include multiple hides, elevations, thresholds, corners, blocked hides and non-productive areas. In this class dogs work one at a time, so dogs must be able to rest quietly in a crate when not working.
Nose Work Advanced Skill Development
Starts Sunday, May18, 2025 from 3:30-4:45 PM.
REGISTRATION and PAYMENT by zelle or paypal REQUIREDREQUIRED (use RED Button above)
INSTRUCTOR: Judy McPartland, CNWI nwdogmom@icloud.com
Continuing work to strengthen team skills for dogs that are competing in nose work. Teams will be presented with exercises that encourage independence, drive to source and problem-solving. Handler challenge will be to support the dog and to understand the scent picture that the dog is communicating. Birch, anise and clove will be used in hides. Search exercises will be designed to build a foundation for further growth as teams get ready to progress to higher levels.In this class dogs work one at a time, so dogs must be able to rest quietly in a crate when not working.