Dog obedience classes by Schuyler County 4-H

Move into winter with a well-behaved canine! Schuyler County 4-H is offering Dog Training classes for youth ages 8 and older for Beginner Dog Obedience, Advanced Grooming and Handling, and Graduate Beginner Dog Obedience. All classes will be held Tuesday evenings from October 5 through November 9, 2010, at the Schuyler County Youth Site on Meads Hill Rd., Watkins Glen. Dogs must be at least 4 months old and have proof of current rabies, distemper, and parvo vaccinations. Each class is limited to the first 12 youth to register. The fee is $20 for 4-H members; $30 for non 4-H members. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children. For information or to register, contact Cate Sirek at 607-535-7161. Pre-registration is REQUIRED by October 1. Cornell Cooperative Extension offers equal program and employment opportunity.WHO: Youth ages 8-19 (and their dogs age 4 months and older!)WHAT: Dog Training Classes for YouthWHEN: Nine class sessions total — All classes are Tuesday evenings October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9. Beginner Dog Obedience and Advanced Grooming and Handling classes will be from 6:30-7:15 p.m., and Graduate Beginner Dog Obedience classes from 7:15-8 p.m. WHERE: Classes will be held at the Schuyler County Youth Site, Meads Hill Rd. and CR 16, Watkins Glen.FEE: $20 for 4-H members; $30 for non-4-H members – Pre-Registration is REQUIRED by October 1.CONTACT: Cate Sirek at 607-535-7161; email schuyler4h@cornell.edu