Drop-In Canine Good Citizen Class
Mondays @ 5pm
Service Description
This 1 hour drop-in training class is designed for dog owners who want to work toward the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title or improve specific obedience skills in a structured group setting. Whether you're preparing for the CGC test or simply want to improve your dog’s manners, this class provides focused, practical training you can apply in everyday life. Each class focuses on 1–3 CGC test elements, giving you and your dog the opportunity to build skills step by step. Training may include: • Loose leash walking • Polite greetings with people • Calm behavior around other dogs • Sit, down, and stay with distractions • Coming when called • Focus and engagement in a group setting All training uses positive reinforcement methods to build confidence, reliability, and real-world behavior. Please bring the following to each class: • Current vaccination records • Flat collar or harness • 6-ft leash (no retractable leashes) • Plenty of high-value treats
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: If Client fails to give at least 24 hours cancellation notice, or is not present at time of scheduled appointment, session fees are still due. Liability: If Dog causes property damage, or bites or injures any dog, animal or person (including but not limited to Trainer and Trainer’s agents), during or after the term of this Agreement, then Client agrees to pay all resulting losses and damages suffered or incurred, and to defend and indemnify Trainer and Trainer’s agents from any resulting claims, demands, lawsuits, losses, costs or expenses, including attorney fees. If Dog is injured in a fight or in any other manner during or after the term of the Agreement, Client assumes the risk and agrees that Trainer should not be held responsible for any resulting injuries, losses, damages, costs or expenses. At Trainer's sole election, Trainer's duties hereunder shall terminate if (a) in Trainer's sole judgment Dog is dangerous or vicious to Trainer or any other person or animal, or interferes with the training of other dogs, or (b) Client breaches any term or condition of this Agreement. Upon termination in accordance with the foregoing, Trainer's duties shall terminate but all other provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. Montana-Specific Legal Provisions 1. In accordance with Montana Code Annotated (MCA) § 27-1-715, client assumes full responsibility for damages or injury caused by their dog while under the care of Shadow Paws Training. 2. In compliance with Montana dog bite and liability laws, client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Shadow Paws Training from any claims arising from the dog’s behavior unless due to gross negligence. 3. Client affirms the dog is properly vaccinated and licensed in accordance with local Montana municipal regulations. 4. In the event of severe weather conditions common to Montana (extreme cold, ice, wildfire smoke, excessive heat), Shadow Paws Training reserves the right to modify services for safety. 5. Any disputes arising under this agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Montana and venue shall lie in the county where services are provided. Client releases and waives liability against Shadow Paws Training for injury, illness, loss, or damage except in cases of proven gross negligence or willful misconduct. Client accepts full financial responsibility for injuries or damages caused by their dog.